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Gardens part 1
As winter comes to an end, and with three weeks left until spring. I’m diving into detailed planning for our gardens. I’ll hold off on transplanting any crops until the last frost date has safely passed which is early October. This waiting period gives me ample time to start seeds, take cuttings, and meticulously plan out each section of the garden. I’ve chosen to focus on the area at the front of our property, just below the dam. This spot gives us about two acres to work with—a significant amount of space for gardening. Rather than rushing, I’m approaching the process thoughtfully, staying flexible with what we plant and where.This…
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House Build Part 4
We are up to house build part 4 if you would like to read previous updates head here . The waiting game is such a painful game. Funnily enough, you don’t need to play it for that long. This past fortnight felt like months, not weeks. We left the house with gutters on, eagerly anticipating the arrival and installation of the Colour-bond roof the following Friday. When the roof finally arrived, rain had drenched the property, bogging down the delivery driver. He drove off the driveway, and got stuck trying to get back on, and tore up part of our driveway, which now needs repairs. see stuck truck here. On…
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House Build part 3
The past few months have been busy with earth movers and house builders. If you want to catch up, check out part 2 where we left off with the foundation ready for the cement trucks scheduled to arrive the following week. On Monday, the 27th of May, the trucks arrived early in the morning. The convoy was almost perfectly timed: the first two trucks arrived at the same time, and after that, one truck left as another arrived. By the afternoon, the crew had laid the slab, marking a major milestone in the construction. While the trucks arrived and unloaded, Lanky and one of the electricians removed the fencing we…
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Beef Bone Broth
Making beef bone broth is a simple process but requires patience for a long simmering time to extract the maximum nutrients and flavor. Here’s a basic recipe: Ingredients Instructions Tips For more beef recipes see here.or to view whats happening around our homestead head here.
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IBC Worm farm
For as long as I’ve gardened, I’ve always had a worm farm, something my parents also had for their gardens. They used an old wheelie bin converted into a multi-tier worm farm. They put a tap on the bottom tier, then placed two or three milk crates wrapped in mesh inside. The process starts with the bottom crate: you add your worm colony and organic scraps (food, lawn clippings, garden waste, etc.). The worms eat the scraps and convert them into castings, which you can use on your garden. A liquid byproduct also forms, which you can use as a liquid feed for your plants. When the first crate is…
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A new butcher less delays.
We bought our cattle with the idea of insuring the meat we dish up was raised as ethically as possible, unfortunately due to so many set backs of trying for 6 months to get the Holsteins sent off to the butcher, we returned from NSW to find the paddocks dry and feed prices skyrocketing, with the quality of available feed significantly deteriorating. Hard choices in hard times. Watching the steers eat poor-quality feed and their condition steadily decline, we decided to find a different butcher. We called around and found a local butcher who could book one of the steers within a fortnight. We chose to send off the smaller…
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Beef Stroganoff
Beef Stroganoff is a classic Russian dish celebrated for its rich, creamy, and savory flavor profile, which has garnered worldwide appeal. In our family, Beef Stroganoff has always been a favorite. I fondly remember eagerly rushing to the table whenever Mum served it. This dish was simple, affordable, and hearty, making it a perfect meal for most households. Ingredients: Instructions: If you would like to see more recipes head here.
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House Cow Part 1
Mooving forward with plans After buying our acreage, I reminded myself to take things slowly until we moved onsite. Lanky, however, charged ahead. When cattle prices dropped, he started ordering cattle without considering the long-term goals. He initially planned to get steers. After overhearing a phone conversation about the lack of steers at the auction, I suggested, “Why not get heifers so we can breed them instead?” We purchased our heifers at the wonderfully low price of $250-300 each. I had always planned to get a house cow. I wanted to wait because dairy animals require significant time and effort for breeding and milking. Sometimes, the right opportunity comes unexpectedly.…
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House Build Part 2
Council approval and onsite meetings. On April 12, we finally got the final approval notice for the house build. On the 13th, we were onsite doing fencing. However, it was still a month until the earthworks started. After the fencing, we left for NSW for three weeks. GJ finished up the last paperwork during that time. James, the site manager, organized the surveyor to peg the build site. We arrived back in South Australia on May 5. On May 10, we met onsite with James. He walked us through the next steps in the process. This involved the surveyor coming onsite and the earthworks company prepping the ground. James informed…
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Falcon Freestanding Dual Fuel Oven/Stove
Often considered the heart of the home, the kitchen is where love and warmth intertwine with nutrition. These elements enrich the meals that unite families and uplift our spirits while nourishing our bodies. Mealtime transforms into cherished moments of bonding, where stories are shared and memories are made together. My passion for cooking for loved ones and understanding these moments led us to invest extravagantly. We chose to spend a significant sum on our main stove and oven for enhancing our cooking process. A skilled cook can make a meal from humble ingredients with simple appliances, yet better tools add value. Just as I can knead dough by hand, I…
