This Sunday is National Tree Day, a time to celebrate trees and our connection with nature. Following the recent release by the Australian Government of its latest ‘State of the Environment’ report showing that our natural environment is under extreme…
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Despite the increases in interest rates and the rapid increase in building costs, new home sales increased in June. The HIA New Home Sales report – a monthly survey of Australia’s largest volume home builders – shows that sales of…
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Constant rainfall for much of this year has meant that the eastern seaboard has barely had a chance to dry out before the next drenching; and it is impacting our lawns, gardens and even pot plants. Even short-term flooding has…
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Ever tried to remove an unsightly patch of oil that has leaked from the car onto the cement floor of your (otherwise spotless) garage or driveway? Cat litter might be your new best weapon, as it absorbs liquid and neutralises…
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It might only appeal to a certain type of buyer, but a sea fort built by the British during World War I to accommodate 200 soldiers defending the country, is going to auction for the first time. Known as Bull…
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A record number of Australians spent $1 million or more to secure a home in the past year, a new report has revealed. CoreLogic’s annual Million Dollar Markets report shows that over the year to March 2022, CoreLogic recorded 596,733…
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Wind and solar are the most economic source of electricity generation and storage in Australia, new research shows. CSIRO’s annual GenCost report has found that renewables generally remain the cheapest new-build electricity generation option in Australia, although inflation and supply…
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Work started on building new homes fell in the March quarter, but ongoing work remains strong, according to new data released this week by the Australian Bureau of Statistics. The latest figures show that the total number of home starts…
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The carbon monoxide poisoning of six people in a house in Sydney this week has once again highlighted the need for care when heating our homes. Fortunately, all members of the household – including two children – were released from…
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Slipping rugs or curling edges a problem, but you find that anti-slip mats are too conspicuous or bulky? Try ‘tethering’ rugs or mats to the floor with anti-slip rug grippers. There are several varieties on the market. Some work using…
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