If you’re expecting guests over the summer holidays, you might consider installing a linen ladder in the bathroom as a temporary measure. Whether you buy a new one, renovate a pre-loved one or build it from scratch, the ladder will…
Much in our lives has changed since the days prior to the arrival of the COVID-19 epidemic in 2020. One aspect has been the unprecedented resilience of the housing market, which has remained strong despite predictions to the contrary. A…
More Australian households will soon have access to a broader range of discounted loans for home energy saving upgrades, the Australian Government has announced. The government is looking to provide $75 million through the Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) to…
Do you own a property that you rent out on a short-term basis? University of Canberra researchers are keen to chat with you as part of a nation-wide survey to provide some clarity in the public debate on short-term rentals (STR)…
While the Christmas holiday season can be a hectic time generally, there are distinct advantages in marketing your property during this time. There might well be fewer homes listed in December, as many vendors choose to wait until the new…
Weather and time takes its toll on decking, so before everyone heads outside to catch the cool breezes over summer, you might want to make sure yours is in top condition. Walk the entire deck to check for rot, splitting…
If you’re looking for unusual gifts this Christmas, you might consider a beautiful table lamp that won’t cost its new owner anything to use. The light source in IKEA’s Sammanlänkad LED solar-powered table lamp is in the shape of a…
All homeowners will soon be able to assess their home’s energy efficiency, following the Australian Government’s announcement that it is expanding the Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) to include assessments for existing homes. Previously, the scheme has only offered…
Sales of new homes rose in October, continuing a trend that is increasingly evident in most markets across Australia, the Housing Industry Association (HIA) announced this week. New home sales rose by 8.8% in October, driven by increasing activity in…
A carbon-positive house that immerses its residents in nature has been named winner in the Single Dwelling (New) category of the 2024 Sustainability Awards this week. ‘Holocene House’ by CplusC Architects + Builders is canopied in plants and features water…
