How-To Articles

Going Off-Grid: A Response to the Ongoing Cost of Living Crisis in New Zealand

Going Off-Grid: A Response to the Ongoing Cost of Living Crisis in New Zealand

With power prices in New Zealand rising faster than inflation and some rural households facing connection costs typically starting from 20K and in some cases, going above 6 digits, more...

Aug 14, 2025Solano Esteche
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Powering Your Pāpākainga with Off-Grid Solar

Powering Your Pāpākainga with Off-Grid Solar

"GridFree offers off-grid solar solutions tailored to the unique needs of pāpākainga, enabling whānau to embrace renewable energy, manage costs, and reduce their environmental footprint."

Feb 10, 2025Solano Esteche
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Foraging as a Way of Life + Pickled Onionweed Recipe

Foraging as a Way of Life + Pickled Onionweed Recipe

In my early 20s, while living in the Swiss/Italian Alps I fell headfirst into the wonderful wild world of foraging and folk herbalism. I was instantly drawn to the beautiful,...

May 21, 2024Rachel Simpson
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