LiveLighter Blog

  • Samphire plant growing in sandy soil with a grassy plain and blue sky in the background.

    Embracing Bunuru: A Journey Through Noongar Seasons in Boorloo (Perth)

    • Feb 22, 2024
    • by Saira Rind

    As the summer sun begins to mellow and the coastal breeze carries a subtle hint of change, we find ourselves transitioning into Bunuru, the second season in the Noongar calendar. Let’s explore the rich tapestry of flavours that Bunuru brings, featuring the vibrant array of fruits, vegetables, and foods in season right now in Boorloo.

  • A man walking his dog under a tree in the early morning next to a body of water.

    Beat the heat: tips to stay active this summer

    • Jan 31, 2023
    • by LiveLighter

    Summer is in full swing! At this time of year, the long and warm days can make for the perfect opportunity to get outdoors and move our bodies in energising ways. Here are our top tips to help you stay active– and make sure you’re doing so safely.

  • Woman at the beach

    Summertime is salad time!

    • Jan 30, 2023
    • by Jenny Atkins

    It’s summer and it’s hot! So, now is the perfect time to eat all things cold including delicious summer salads packed full of fresh, seasonal fruit and vegies.

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    Cheap and cheerful holiday tips

    • Dec 14, 2022
    • by LiveLighter

    We’ve put together our top ideas for hosting a no-fuss and healthy celebration in your local park that’s budget-friendly and suitable for guests of all ages.

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    Season's eatings

    • Dec 05, 2022
    • by Anne Finch

    With the festive season fast approaching, we’ve done a round up of our favourite “bring a plate” dishes. Some are quick to knock up, some are a little more involved, but they’re all packed with big flavour and seasonal produce.

  • 5 Teens having a picnic in a park

    6 easy recipes to spice up your picnic game

    • Nov 04, 2021
    • by Stefanie Hodson

    As we ease into a summer full of catching up outdoors, jazz up your spread and impress your friends with some of our best healthy picnic recipes.

  • Get the feel for two wheels

    • Oct 01, 2021
    • by James Stevens-Cutler

    Has your trusty two-wheeled steed been hibernating in the shed for the last few months? Or was the last time you rode your bike back in 2002 on your way home from school? Either way, there’s never been a better time to get back in the saddle.

  • sun orange

    No-cook summer meals

    • Jan 22, 2021
    • by Jenny Atkins

    When it’s hot outside, I’m looking for ways to keep my house cool. No-cook recipes sound like the perfect solution for summer meals. So, get ready to step away from the microwave, stove and oven and try these ten meal ideas that are perfect all summer long!

  • A middle-aged man and woman prepare a meal in a kitchen.

    Ditch the diet pressure and think health this year

    • Dec 22, 2020
    • by Gael Myers

    It’s that time of the year when we frown at the string of festive feasts and resolve to lose 20 kilos. Here are three tips to refresh your New Year’s resolution thinking and feel great this new year.

  • Friends having a picnic

    Drink less and feel fresh this festive season

    • Dec 04, 2020
    • by Anne Finch

    The stream of end-of-the year celebrations and the pressure to drink alcohol at all of them can leave us struggling to get out of bed – let alone socialise. Here’s a handy guide to help you drink less and survive (and thrive) this holidays.