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The moon’s phases and its associated gravitational pull has a significant effect on the behaviour of tidal oceans, so it’s easy to understand how the moon can have a similar effect on the moisture in our soils and plants. By planning what you sow to coincide with the phases of the moon best suited to the type of vegetable and how you’re planting, you’ll give yourself a higher chance of success as well as increase your yields.

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Handmade in Taradale, Victoria, these vitrified ceramic weights keep vegetables submerged during fermentation, ensuring optimal flavor and preservation. Available in 6, 8, 10 and 12 cm sizes, they’re non-absorbent, food-safe and dishwasher- friendly. Each weight features a central hole to allow gases to escape and facilitate easy removal.

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Portland, Oregon has long been a leader in urban agriculture – a city where food, ecology and community come together. Sherrett Food Forest (also known as Winslow Food Forest) is a shining example. Established in 2016 on underused public land, this 0.68-acre site in the city’s southeast is a thriving urban permaculture garden.

Created by students of the late permaculture teacher Toby Hemenway, the project demonstrates how community action can transform space and restore connections. A dynamic polyculture of annual vegetables, fruit trees, berries, herbs and edible flowers is grown here, with plantings chosen for resilience and biodiversity. Fruit tree guilds flourish, while techniques like pairing Jerusalem artichokes with black walnuts offer creative responses to challenging growing conditions.

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Blending tradition, care and sustainability, Koala Tea has been producing certified organic herbal blends in the Northern Rivers for more than 30 years

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Paucus carota var. sativus – daucus is Latin for carrots and karoton the Greek word for wild carrots.

ORIGINS

Native to many regions, including parts of Europe, northern Africa, Afghanistan and central Asia. First used as medicine, carrots come in many colours. Purple carrots arrived in Western Europe from the Middle East in the Middle Ages. After considerable selection, these evolved into yellow ones, and it wasn’t until much later that a mutation which had the orange pigment appeared.

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RETREAT TO RECONNECT

Vibration of the Heart Retreats offer intentional immersive journeys in sacred places, blending ceremony, presence and community to support self-discovery and deep connection. Upcoming events include a 4–8 September retreat in France, a Spring Day Retreat in NSW on 25 October, a Summer Retreat in January next year (NSW) and a Sri Lanka immersion over 18–25 April 2026.

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Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum), commonly known as holy basil, is a sacred herb in India and a powerhouse of benefits.

Tulsi is a versatile herb with many health benefits. As well as supporting digestion and relieving cramping and bloating, it can also ease the congestion of colds.

A morning cup of tulsi tea can provide calming, soothing effects and it is believed to improve mental focus. Tulsi imparts a bright, spicy flavour reminiscent of clove, cinnamon and mint. Use it in stir-fries, chutney, salads, smoothies or a seasonal pesto.

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