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- Published on: September 18 2019After a decadent chocolatey sweet treat? You won’t be able to look past this super simple avocado chocolate mousse.Read more
- Published on: September 18 2019Exercise can be challenging enough for many people but for those who suffer from asthma it can be especially difficult. Both the fear of triggering an asthma attack and not understanding or knowing what types of exercise might be suitable and beneficial can prevent many people from getting involved in regular exercise.Read more
- Published on: August 30 2019Read more
August is an exciting time for gardeners. The days are starting to get a bit longer and it’s time to plan the garden for the warm weather coming.
- Published on: September 18 2019Over the last few years you may have heard about a new skin-protecting kid on the block – Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10 for short). It may not have the catchiest name, but it is catching on for its ability to make skin act younger.Read more
- Published on: August 29 2019Read more
Keep New Zealand Beautiful is encouraging Kiwis across the country to ‘Do The Right Thing’ during G.J. Gardner Homes Clean Up Week, from 9-15 September.
- Published on: August 28 2019Cleaning does not delight me. But what does is getting a good job done in the shortest amount of time possible, without nasty chemicals and packaging waste. It might sound like I’m asking for a lot, but turns out there are simple ways to achieve it.Read more
- Published on: July 31 2019Compromising my personal hygiene, or the way I look, aren’t sacrifices I’m willing to make to decrease my environmental impact.Read more
- Published on: July 31 2019Harakeke is the Māori name for native New Zealand flax (Phormium tenax).Read more
- Published on: July 18 2019Read more
One thing that I’ve learnt over the years about trying to stay consistent with moving your body, is that motivation can be fleeting. Maintaining focus long-term comes down to dedication.
- Published on: July 01 2019If the weather turns bad during Winter school holidays it can be a challenge to keep kids entertained inside without them being in front of…Read more