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This issue features Bob Brown’s Defiance on environmental activism, Melanie Stapleton’s Pretty Dirty celebrating the full life cycle of flowers, Aunty Beryl Van-Oploo’s heart-warming First Nations cookbook, plus new releases on sleep, bees and more. Plus inspiring podcasts on seeds, fermentation and mental health.

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6 clever hacks for fermenting weights to keep your veg submerged and mould-free. From river stones and op-shop glass paperweights to a jar-inside-a-jar or water-filled bag, these cheap, effective solutions help you make perfect sauerkraut, kimchi and pickles without expensive gear.

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The tears that flow when chopping onions (Allium cepa) come from beneficial sulphur compounds. These act as natural decongestants, helping clear mucus and ease cold symptoms. Onions also support digestion (especially with sage, thyme and oregano), feed beneficial gut bacteria with soluble fibre, and help regulate blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

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Tucked into regenerating bushland on Queensland’s Darling Downs, Kiambram Country Cottages offer a peaceful country escape shaped by decades of dedicated land stewardship. Adam and Michelle Purse have spent nearly 40 years restoring their property, bringing back native vegetation, vine scrub and wildlife. The cottages were added so guests can experience and enjoy the revived landscape.

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Discover thoughtfully chosen sustainable products and businesses. From Bionic Gloves designed for comfort and arthritis relief, to ethical Tasmanian wallaby meat, Australian-made raised garden beds, luxury natural yarns, beautiful homewares and zero-waste outdoor décor. Supporting conscious makers with special Pip reader discounts.

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Readers share the joy of ungloved gardening, successful home seed-saving, turning fallen leaves into mulch, and a beautiful mother-daughter homeschool sewing project inspired by Pip’s picnic rug. Plus heartwarming stories of community, creativity and connection with nature.

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Moon planting uses the moon’s phases and gravitational pull to improve gardening success. Just as it influences ocean tides, the moon affects moisture in our soils and plants. By sowing vegetables at the right lunar phase for their type and needs, you’ll boost germination, growth and overall yields.

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