As you watch water gurgle down your sink, shower or tub, you've probably thought about reusing in the garden or to flush the toilet. But beware: environmental health professionals advise caution. Words Andy Kenworthy As you watch water gurgle down the drain from your sink, shower, bathtub
Most of us spend our weekdays at work, but at what cost to our health and happiness? Here's how to make quick, cheap and effective changes to your work environment that'll help make you and your colleagues happier, healthier, greener and more productive. Photo: Jeff Brass
Can a birthday party be a memorable celebration of another year in your child’s life without turning into a wasteland of cheap plastic, rubbish food and wanton commercialism? Party veteran Sarah Heeringa offers 22 tips for hosting great green parties for kids of all ages. Sarah Heeringa. Sylists
Kiwisaver: Do you know where your money goes? Banks lend to all sorts of companies, and the range of concerns that could be included under an ‘ethical’ banner is enormous. Every fund is different from the next, so while some focus on good governance and social
Plump, fresh asparagus is one of the first signs of spring. Words Alessandra Zecchini and Natalie Cyra In many parts of the world asparagus is still perceived as a luxury, too expensive to be considered a mere vegetable, and too precious to be eaten indiscriminately. But when spring
Owner and director of design business Alto, chair of the Sustainability Trust, founder of sustainable youth network Intersect and member of the Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra Photograph by Mike Heydon Lives Brooklyn, Wellington Works Owner and director of design business Alto, chair of the Sustainability Trust, founder of sustainable youth
Make a sock monkey Here’s how to upcycle last year’s unappreciated socks (or ties) into utterly loveable gifts. You will need 1 pair of socks, the brighter the better Sharp scissors Pins Tape measure or ruler Marker pen or tailor’s chalk Needle and thread and/or sewing machine 2 matching buttons for eyes Toy stuffing Chopstick or
New year’s resolutions are great in theory, much harder in practice. We asked two experts for their top tips on how to turn your goals into reality. Plus: Five eco-friendly resolutions 1. Timing isn’t everything Antipodeans have it lucky when January 1 finally rolls around. Our spring cleaning is
Stylist Susan Elijas shows how to create a new chair covering in eight steps, using a fine-looking hemp fabric from Hemptech You will need: An old chair Approximately 1 x 2.5 metres of sturdy fabric (depending on size and style of chair) Sewing machine and thread Sharp scissors Staple gun or
Chocolate is a rich treat—often made with ingredients produced by the world’s poorest. Sarah Heeringa indulges in some fair trade recipes that deliver a chocoholic bite—without a bitter aftertaste. By Sarah Heeringa. Chocolate cake, chocolate fudge, or straight from the block … whatever way you take it, there’s nothing quite like chocolate
