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THE COMPOST TOILET:

a COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE SIMPLEST SOLUTION

A practical, no-nonsense guide to building and running the simplest compost toilet, written for off-grid and rural life in Aotearoa. Covers how the system works, what to build it from, where to put it on your land, and how to manage everything through to safe, finished compost. Low-cost, low-tech, and doable with basic DIY skills.
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Living Shelter Solutions

A vital tool for homesteaders, lifestyle blockers, and anyone on rural land. Build Resilience With Shelter Trees
Practical, beginner-friendly and locally relevant, this guide walks you through all you need to know to successfully establish long term wind protection. From planning, through to planting and maintenance. Digital Download37 PagesPrint / Phone Friendly Read more about the guide here
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other upcoming guides:

Solar Basics
A beginner-friendly guide to solar power for camping, vehicles and off-grid living in Aotearoa New Zealand
Planned release: September 2026
Compost Toilet Systems in Aotearoa New Zealand
A guide to options for compost toilet systems for rural and off-grid properties. All you need to know to make the best informed decision for your situation. Covering council and resource consent guidelines and regulations and resource consent, sizing and costs.
Off Grid Bathroom Basics
A straightforward guide to creating a clean, functional off-grid bathroom and practical greywater management system system.
Fencing for livestock - The Basics
A beginner-friendly guide to livestock fencing in Aotearoa, covering essential systems, setup, and practical considerations for small blocks.

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