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An engineer reveals his preferred home lift

As Richard and his wife Dorothy grew increasingly anxious about navigating their two-storey home, they discovered RESiLIFT®, Australia’s pioneer through-floor lift.
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10 Tell-Tale Signs You May Need to Call an Electrician

Is your house trying to warn you? Strange smells, flickering lights, buzzing sounds, or even sparks could all be signs of hidden electrical dangers. Left unchecked, they can put your home and [...]
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Eco-Friendly Parenting: Sustainable Choices for Your Baby’s First Year

Welcoming a new baby is a joyful journey—and with thoughtful, eco-friendly choices from trusted brands like Riff Raff, sustainable parenting can start from day one.
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Colours that don’t belong in a bedroom

The colour of your bedroom can contribute to a good night's sleep, so keep these colours out of sight.
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Vinegar and baking soda: a cleaning hack or just a bunch of fizz?

A mix of vinegar and baking soda is a popular DIY cleaner, but there are questions over its efficiency.
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Make your flowers last longer with these 7 pro tricks

Looking for a way to make your cut flowers bloom vibrantly and stay fresh for longer? Try these tips that use household ingredients.
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Simple, cheap remedies you’ll wish you knew sooner

Check out these $1 solutions and learn how to save the old-fashioned way.
Zero-waste tricks your grandmother has been using for years
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Live a greener life, just like your grandmother has been doing for years

Living sustainably wasn't a buzzword in our grandmothers' day, it was simply a way of life.
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How to clean your phone – and how often you should
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How to clean your phone – and how often you should

Your phone is grosser than you realise. Wondering how to clean a phone without damaging it? Follow the experts' step-by-step instructions.
7 ways you’re shortening the lifespan of your refrigerator
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7 ways you’re shortening the lifespan of your refrigerator

Believe it or not, it's easy to break your refrigerator. These seven common habits could be taking years off your very expensive appliance.
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The most ridiculous real estate listing photos

A picture says a thousand words, especially when it comes to real estate listings. Here are some photos that scream "Stay Away!"
18 kitchen organising mistakes everyone makes
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18 kitchen organising mistakes everyone makes

These common setups are a recipe for disaster. Cook up a better system for a clean, productive kitchen.
15 tips that will make running errands so much better
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15 hacks that make running errands so much better

Save time and make your trips to the supermarket or post office a breeze.
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10 dumb hiding spots burglars always find

You might think your hiding spot is clever, but burglars are smarter and know all the tricks.
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9 cooking mistakes that can make your food more toxic

Health experts reveal the cooking habits that can lead to health risks, from cooking with the wrong fats to using low-fat everything.
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