Haven likes “The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” Dr. Seuss would wholeheartedly approve of Street Library – it is right up his whimsical alley. Sprouting up in front yards and on garden fences and verges across Australia, a Street Library […]
“Flipping” might be the new word on the block but Australians have long been part of the reno revolution. Some are looking for fast returns (the flip), while others are upgrading after being in a home for several years. Whichever your strategy, chances are the goal remains the same: to renovate for profit. Here are
Does your garden rule? Have you done a winning garden makeover at your place? Send in both a before and after photo that shows your ripper garden renovation for the chance to win $1,000. How: send your before and after photo to [email protected] placing ‘Garden Makeover’ in the subject line. Include: your name, address, email, phone number and
BBQ smarts Let some instructions fall into your lap, rather than the lamb chop fat. This dual action apron will save the sausage sizzle splattering your clothes as it dishes out every BBQ hint and tip you could possibly want for (all from an upside down perspective for easy reading by the tong wielder). From
When it comes to buying a house, the kitchen is one of the most important features home buyers take into consideration. If your kitchen is more drab than fab, it’s time for a spruce up. Too often when we talk about renovations it can seem overwhelming – too costly, too hard, too time consuming. But
Is the Great Australian Dream to own your own home over? That’s the question on the lips of Millennials around Australia… and indeed many of their parents who are still providing a roof over the head of these 20-plus somethings. Owning your own home used to be considered a rite of passage. Finally, you’ve left
Christmas is a magical time of year but it’s all too easy to get caught up in the holiday hysteria and end up spending much more than you intended on family, friends and even yourself. We’ve put together a set of tips to help you avoid breaking the bank and falling into debt, making your
Talk to wealthy people and you will find most have one thing in common – they know how to manage their money. And that means having a budget. Boring, right? It might sound tedious, but the reality is you won’t get ahead without spending less than you earn. Here’s our guide to budgeting so you
Most mortgages are spread out over 25 to 30 years, but it doesn’t have to be that way. With a few simple strategies you can take years and thousands off your loan, and it’s much easier than you might think. Everyone would love to have no home loan, but a mortgage is part of life
Greenthumb Add some mid-century aesthetic to your pad with this Australian-made pot plant stand. Fashioned from a single piece of powder coated iron wire, it’s affordable and comes in white, black and copper. www.bendo.com.au Hey bud You’ll never have to untangle earbuds again. Cableyoyo is a clever earbud cord spool with a magnetic centre. That’s
