Bambara, meaning “Forest” in a local Aboriginal language, is an area of great cultural and environmental significance. Home to 35 known threatened species, it also features an incredible number of Aboriginal engravings, cave paintings and artefacts. So why is the NSW Government so resistant to honouring its commitment to preserve this land? Can its failure to act be viewed in isolation of its recent record of Government corruption? Enter Jake Cassar, a bush-survival expert, community worker and activist – and now, an independent candidate for NSW State Government. 

A powerful defense against breast cancer might just be found in the daily habit of eating walnuts. Researchers at Marshall University in Virginia have discovered that breast cancer risk dropped significantly in lab animals who ate a regular diet that included a modest amount of the nut. 

By Contributing Writer Carolanne Wright

Ancient wisdom traditions of the East - such as Buddhism, Hinduism, Daoism - have put a lot of study into the human body and mind, for thousands of years, with the goal of transcending human suffering - the realm of the ego, our mistaken identity - and living in a space of freedom, peace, and bliss. The insights and techniques that I share in this article come from the Buddhist traditions, and the teachings of Sri Ramana Maharshi. 

The more we become technologically dependent, the less human contact there is. We can now literally go through large portions of our days without contact with another human being. A simple return to the traditions of ancient as well as indigenous cultures may provide us with a simple solution. For thousands of years humans have survived by being part of a tribe or community of people. Circle gathering was used for sacred rituals, decision-making, rites of passage, celebrations and healing. 

By Guest Writer Victoria Fann

This home made coconut oil, raw cacao and zeolite chocolate is my favourite treat right now. Made with a thyroid-supporting combination of coconut oil and zeolite, it's quick and easy (a must), satisfies my sweet tooth and passes the 'healthy eating' test all at the same time. Rich in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals, this is a healthy and delicious dairy-free dessert you can make in under 10 minutes. 

The media, your pediatrician, politicians and health authorities like the CDC and FDA claim that vaccines are safe and effective. So why do hundreds of peer-reviewed studies indicate the opposite is true? It is abundantly clear that if the present-day vaccine climate, namely, that everyone must comply with the CDC’s one-size-fits-all vaccination schedule or be labeled a health risk to society at large, is to succumb to open and balanced discussion, it is the peer-reviewed biomedical evidence itself that is going to pave the way towards making rational debate on the subject happen. 

We give so much thought these days to what we are eating. Is it nutritionally complete? Is it organic? Is it non-GMO? But what about for our 4-legged friends? Do we give much though to what we are feeding them? Like humans, a dog's diet can have a huge impact on their health. Thankfully, it’s easy to give your faithful friend just what he needs. 

By Guest Writer Lorraine Ereira

Have you ever met someone and just knew beyond all rational thinking that you KNOW that person? Like an indescribable recognition that plumbs the entire expanse of your body, being and soul? It goes without saying that these types of connections can be heady and exciting, and sometimes, difficult to manoeuvre. But what happens when relationships like these become a source of emotional torture? 

By Guest Writer Caroline Diana Bobart

Your kidneys provide vital service to your body — they filter waste from your blood, regulate blood pressure, manage water re-absorption, control acidity in the body and balance electrolytes. Considering their importance, eating a diet to promote kidney health could be one of the best things you can do. These 7 foods will support your kidneys and make their job easier. 

What made Hawaii especially magical in ages past was that there were shamans called kahunas that lived on its emerald islands. These individuals experienced true nature of Reality, in which they realized several critical defining aspects of reality that were later taught to others in order to guide humanity towards a full Self-realized state of existence. 

With staggering food prices and shortages looming, there's no better time to grow your own produce. Sadly, most greenhouses are expensive to build and impractical to heat during cold, wintery conditions. Thankfully, a solution is found with the Walipini.

By Contributing Writer Carolanne Wright

You know that when you’re getting chased by a tiger, you’re almost in a car accident, your “to do” list is overflowing, and you’re burning the candle at both ends, your body’s “fight-or-flight” stress responses are going to get triggered. But you might not know what else will trigger stress responses in your body, and it’s important that you do! 

By Guest Writer Lissa Rankin