South Coast Herbal Medicine

14/11/2025

I’ve been back from Queensland for just over a week after visiting family and attending the grassroots botany for herbalists event at Mount Coot-tha botanical Gardens. It was such a nourishing experience to be surrounded by other herbal practitioners. True wortcunners- sharing herb talk, manufacturing ideas, wandering through the botanic Gardens and identifying plants together, and seeing what everyone is creating within the world of grassroots herbalism. The speakers were truly inspiring each bringing their own unique style, and a deep connection to plant intelligence and energetics. It was such a rich mix of perspectives, and as a highlight, I even got to meet one of my favourite herbal authors. I’ve returned to the South Coast feeling refreshed, inspired and full of new ideas-from creating my own herbarium, new herbs to add into my garden apothecary, different extraction Methods to consciously working on my sensory analysis technique. Thankyou Elizabeth from for weaving together such a beautiful & meaningful day 💗 🌹 🌸 🌱

08/07/2025

I am incredibly inspired to share that I won one of the Ripples of Health draws! I vaguely remember scanning a code at the NatEx seminar last year, and to my surprise, I won $1,000 worth of herbal supplements from Give Back Health. The Ripples of Health initiative focuses on giving back to those in need and creating a positive ripple effect on health in communities. These supplements will help me better serve my clients, my community, and my practice, making a real difference for a small business like mine. Let the positive work begin! Thank you so much, Give Back Health!

06/05/2025

Are you prepared for winter? No one relishes the idea of catching a cold, but equipping yourself with natural remedies just in case can make those times a little more bearable. So here is your friendly reminder to stock up your herbal cupboard for the cold season. Herbs such as thyme, sage, and garlic possess antimicrobial properties. Similarly, cinnamon, ginger, and turmeric also offer warming benefits during illness.
Also consider vitamin C with zinc, fire cider, chicken soup, or bone broth (freeze or purchase from ). Herbs like echinacea, elderberries, and yarrow in syrup or tea form can also be helpful.
If we feel unwell, it’s crucial to prioritize rest and nutrition. Being well-prepared helps you navigate recovery easier… if you're interested in arming your cupboard with some herbal teas or extract blends, please get in touch.

01/04/2025

14/02/2025

Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica) is an easy-to-grow herb often referred to as the "herb of longevity." This Ayurvedic herb is indigenous to the wetlands of Southeast Asia and can grow locally in its preferred damp areas. There are a few other plants that look similar when trying to identify it. Its little flower is the tell tale identification, the leaf is used as medicine.
Gotu Kola is known for promoting healing and treating various skin conditions like burns, psoriasis, and dermatitis. It aids wound healing by supporting the different phases of wound repair the constituents mainly the different Centellosides enhance epithelialization of cells, stimulating the extracellular matrix and supporting collagen secretion and synthesis. Its cooling properties make Gotu Kola a top choice for inflamed hot skin conditions.
Gotu Kola is a rejuvenating tonic and adaptogen with benefits for mental health and memory. Its antifibrotic properties may strengthen blood vessel walls, helping to prevent arterial hardening with age. Additionally, its healing qualities may be beneficial for the gastrointestinal system.
In my practice, I use it in juices, smoothies, teas, extracts and infused oils, and it features in my balms, creams and body butters. If you want to grow Gotu Kola, I have cuttings available—just reach out!

28/01/2025

When asked about my profession as a Herbalist, I often encounter the assumption that I simply grow herbs haha. While it is true that I possess a green thumb and grow various types of food and medicinal herbs for making herbal medicine, this aspect represents only my lifestyle and manufacturing side of my work.
Additionally I prescribe Quality Herbal Medicine. Similar to consultations with a business advisor, naturopath, or general practitioner, a thorough Herbal consultation is necessary to prescribe Herbal Medicine adequately and safely. These consultations typically last an hour and we cover a lot in that time.
This approach allows me to offer personalized treatments, support, and holistic education to my clients, thereby enhancing their overall well-being. There are many popular herbs that clients often wish to learn about, such as Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera). Please feel free to inquire about any specific Herbs you are interested in discussing.

10/01/2025

We’ve been eating peaches off our 7 year old tree for the past month it’s possibly the best year we’ve ever had. Absolutely loving the fruits of our labour & yes the birds & possums got a few but this year we netted well & got more haha. We always share our extras w the neighbours as they do w us, it’s so nice having beautiful neighbours. Have a great weekend everybody 💗

22/12/2024

My new found fermentation hobby… making Water Kefir!! A beneficial probiotic drink delicious & fizzy ( when u get it right haha took me a few go’s) now I’m flavouring mine ready for Christmas Day. Merry Christmas to all Thank you for supporting a small business, my Herbal practice will be closed until January 13th 2025.