It’s well recognised that moving house can be one of the most stressful events in a person’s life, but a quick read of the tips below can significantly ease the pain of moving. Planning You should … [Read more...]
Home & Garden: Common Problems with Gas Patio Heaters
Gas Patio heaters are one of the simplest patio heaters available for installation in outdoor spaces. They are extremely easy to maintain and it is possible to troubleshoot many of the problems that … [Read more...]
5 Tips to Spruce Up Your Living Room
Living rooms are for living but over the years they can become worn and tired looking. The living room is an integral part of any household and as such, should be regularly revamped and maintained. … [Read more...]
Understanding the Home Building Process from Conception to Reality
Building your own house means that you can actually turn the home of your dreams into reality. You can plan and build as per your exact needs. This can be a better option than buying a home, as … [Read more...]
Strategies for Protecting the Mental Health of New Parents
In Australia 10-13% of women will experience depression and/or anxiety during pregnancy or in the year after giving birth. A woman’s mental health at this time can be affected by many things including … [Read more...]
Cost Benefit Analysis of Hot Water Systems
Each home and family is different. Those differences can greatly impact on your choice of hot water system. While solar-powered systems seem to be the ubiquitous solution for every home in Australia … [Read more...]
Jean Hailes launches blogging platform for new parents
Ahead of Postnatal Depression Awareness Week (16-22 November) Jean Hailes for Women's Health has launched "What Were We Thinking", a new blogging platform where new mums and dads can discuss their … [Read more...]
Finding the Perfect Used Car
Are you thinking about purchasing a used car? Finding it a bit difficult to find the perfect one to suit your needs? There are definitely a lot of options available to you, in terms of where to buy … [Read more...]
Top Tips to Reignite the Honeymoon Spark for Couples 40+
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, there were 49,917 divorces in 2012. Interestingly, it was couples aged between 40 and 44 years of age that had the highest percentage of divorces. … [Read more...]
Three Essentials for Keeping Your Lawn in Great Condition
Do you look over at your neighbour’s lawn and see the grass is greener on the other side? Lawn care can be tedious, hot and bothering work. Sometimes, no matter what you try, it just won’t grow. … [Read more...]
What to Wear to Work: 5 Office-Friendly Must Haves for Spring
As spring officially blows its tepid temps across the outback, our closets whisper for airy, flowing clothes that embrace the season. But flirty frocks and splashy floral prints aren't necessarily … [Read more...]
How Running has Helped Me Change Women’s Lives
I decided to learn to run, literally from scratch, 12 years ago when I was 38. Previously I had been doing ocean swimming, general gym type fitness and wanted a new challenge as I was in a rut. So I … [Read more...]
How to Make Your Bathroom Appear More Spacious
Whether you’re working on a budget, or have extra money set aside, there are a number of ways to make your bathroom appear more spacious. Here are some handy hints to help create the illusion that … [Read more...]
Judging Style by the Book
Do you judge a book by its cover? We all know we’re not supposed to, but to put a new twist on that old aphorism what about a settee? The truth is, that like it or not we are innately judgemental … [Read more...]
Five Unique Date Night Ideas
How many times have you and your partner asked each other, “what do you want to do?” only to pass the usual ideas back and forth? Do you end up having dinner at the same restaurant you always go to … [Read more...]
CHOICE announces the winners (losers) of the Shonky Awards 2014
Every year we look forward to one awards ceremony more than any other - the Shonkys! Yes, it's that time of year when consumer organisation CHOICE names and shames the shonkiest of all shonky products … [Read more...]
It’s a Good time for a Relationship Check-up
Whether you've been together for a short time or a long time, you and your partner can access a $200 subsidy to put towards relationship education or counselling as part of the Australian Government's … [Read more...]
University of Wollongong launches Free Sports Bra Fitting App
Researchers at Breast Research Australia (BRA) at the University of Wollongong (UOW), have developed a free iTunes and web-based app to help women choose a well-fitting, supportive sports bra that is … [Read more...]
Where the greatest energy savings could be made around your home
Consumers may have sighed a collective sigh only two months ago when the Australian Carbon Tax was repealed and some of the top energy providers vowed to lower electricity rates and credit customers … [Read more...]
New website rates and reviews financial planners in Australia
Following several high-profile scandals involving financial planners, consumer advocate Christopher Zinn and financial services expert Angus Woods, have created a website where consumers can rate and … [Read more...]
3 DIY Jobs to Get Your Backyard Ready For Summer
Summer’s on its way again, and with it comes balmy evenings and all the associated family holidays. During the warmer months, the last thing most people want to do is be cooped up inside - especially … [Read more...]
Shade structures to complement your outdoor kitchen
Australian outdoor entertaining used to be about picnic chairs around a homemade barbeque, but technology now makes fancy outdoor kitchens more affordable and attainable than ever before. A good idea … [Read more...]
Top Tips for Cleaning and Caring for Your Suits
For men and an increasing number of women, a well made suit is an investment in their career. So you will want to keep it looking as good as the day you bought it for as long as possible. Did you know … [Read more...]
The Benefits of purchasing a property off the plan
With so many of our cities and regional centres experiencing chronic housing shortages, an increasing number of home buyers are joining investors buying property off the plan. When you buy a house, … [Read more...]
5 Things to Look for in a Car Loan
When you’ve found a car that you love, the temptation to take any car loan for which you are approved can be immense. However, great care needs to be taken when choosing a car loan so that you do not … [Read more...]
10 Up and Coming Suburbs in South East Queensland
South East Queensland is on the brink of a property renaissance in 2014. Despite other Australian capitals languishing, many pockets of Brisbane and the South East which had slower than expected … [Read more...]
10 Tips on Getting the Most Out of Your New Property
Buying a rental property is an increasingly popular way for people to create an extra stream of income for themselves. If this is something you have recently done or are thinking of doing, no doubt … [Read more...]
Australia’s Debt is Stacking Up
There is regularly discussion in the media regarding the debt levels of the Australian Government and its impact on the economy. However, with Australia’s average household debt at record levels, … [Read more...]
Awesome Birthday Gift Ideas for the Special Man in Your Life
As many of you know, thinking of the perfect birthday gift for the male species is often not the easiest feat! You will spend days or weeks, or months for some, trying to think of something that he … [Read more...]
How to throw an unforgettable BBQ this summer
Picture this: you’ve pored over the guest list for months, finally selected a date which suits everyone’s schedules, the company is sparkling…unfortunately though, your barbeques are notorious for … [Read more...]
Food Rating Stars website launched in Australia
While the Federal Government continues to drag their feet on re-launching the original Health Star Rating (HSR) website, the George Institute for Global Health in Australia, has launched an … [Read more...]
Outdoor inspiration – the perfect venues for your wedding
Don’t be fooled into thinking your wedding needs to take place in an indoor venue, with chair covers and streamers and a three-course meal charged at what feels like a million dollars per head. Step … [Read more...]
How to avoid getting ripped off when looking for love online
So far this year, Australians have reported more than $16 million in financial losses to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) from online dating sites. Fortunately for us, the … [Read more...]
5 TV characters whose style we love
With so many dime-a-dozen TV characters on our screens, it can be a challenge actually differentiating between them, let alone noticing those with ‘style’. But style isn’t just about fashion – it’s … [Read more...]
5 handy tips for women who suffer from hair loss
Some women are unfortunately stuck with a genetic predisposition to hair loss – it’s not very fair, but they have to deal with it anyway. In fact, approximately 50% of women deal with some amount of … [Read more...]
Perfect Maternity Outfits for the Spring Racing Season
Want to get into racing season but not sure what to put over that baby bump? Just because you’re expecting does not mean you need to give up your sense of style, or the fun of getting dressed up to go … [Read more...]
How Changes in Paid Parental Leave Will Affect Working Mums in Australia
There was a bad time, long ago, when a woman who was pregnant covered up, strapped in and did everything necessary to hide her blooming figure because, once discovered, she lost her job. Ask your mum, … [Read more...]
Moving back home in middle age – it really sucks
Initially I was looking forward to moving in with my elderly mother next week but after 'Googling' terms like "moving back home in middle age" I'm not so sure about this whole moving back in with your … [Read more...]
Aussies are happy and we know it
According to a recent survey by online experience retailer RedBalloon, most Australians are happy with life overall, with retirees being the happiest age group in the nation. It makes sense that the … [Read more...]
5 Signs that Your Windows Need Replacing
Windows. They keep the weather, creepies and creeps out of your house. They protect you from wind and rain. They provide your home with natural lighting, help keep your home cool in summer and warm in … [Read more...]
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