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Home and Lifestyle

Home and lifestyle tips for families, from organisation and decor to everyday routines that make life easier.

Creative Ways to Carve Out a Quiet Home Office

October 28 by Sabina Green
A home office with a wooden desk, black chair, and green walls

Creating a quiet home office in a busy family home doesn’t have to be difficult. Discover practical tips for designing a comfortable workspace, setting boundaries, staying organised and achieving a better work-life balance.

Categories Home and Lifestyle Tags home office, office space

Hidden Sources of Dust Buildup Around Your Home

October 26 by Sabina Green
Hidden Sources of Dust Buildup Around Your Home

Think your home is clean? Dust often hides in overlooked places, from soft furnishings and air vents to electronics and ceiling fixtures. Discover the hidden sources of household dust buildup and practical ways to keep your living space fresher, cleaner, and healthier.

Categories Home maintenance Tags cleaning

Air Conditioner Blowing Warm Air in Howick? 5 Likely Faults a Technician Will Check

October 24 by Sabina Green
Woman checking an air conditioner blowing warm air, with images showing common faults including dirty filters, frozen pipes and outdoor unit problems.

Is your air conditioner blowing warm air instead of cooling your home? Discover five common causes, simple checks you can carry out yourself, and warning signs that mean it’s time to call a professional.

Categories Home maintenance Tags Air Con, air conditioning

Punch Needle for Busy Mums: A Calming Hobby You Can Start This Weekend

October 23 by Sabina Green
Punch needle for busy mums

Looking for a creative hobby that fits around family life? Discover why punch needle is becoming a favourite craft for busy mums, offering a simple, affordable way to unwind, reduce stress and create beautiful handmade projects, even with limited free time.

Categories Toys, Games and Hobbies Tags Crafts, hobbies

Why Energy Independence Matters for Growing Households

October 22 by Sabina Green
Why Energy Independence Matters

As energy prices rise and household demands increase, energy independence is becoming a priority for many families. Discover how generating and managing your own energy can reduce costs, improve resilience, and support a more sustainable future for growing households.

Categories Home Tags energy

How Asbestos Removal Helps Make Older Homes Safer for Families

October 21 by Sabina Green
Professional asbestos removal worker wearing protective clothing and a respirator while removing old fibro sheeting from an Australian home.

Older Australian homes can contain hidden asbestos, posing risks during renovations. Discover how professional asbestos testing and removal can help protect your family, reduce exposure risks and make your home safer for years to come.

Categories Home Tags asbestos, old house

How to Make Halloween Enjoyable for Children with Additional Needs

October 23October 19 by Sabina Green
Children dressed in colourful Halloween costumes holding hands and carrying a pumpkin trick-or-treat bucket.

Halloween should be fun for every child, but busy celebrations can feel overwhelming for some. Discover practical ways to create a calmer, more inclusive Halloween for children with sensory sensitivities, autism, ADHD and anxiety.

Categories Celebrations Tags autism, Halloween, neurodiverse, sensory play

Key Benefits of Natural Textures in Biophilic Kitchen Design

October 18 by Sabina Green
Natural Textures in Biophilic Kitchen Design

Bring the beauty of nature indoors with natural textures in biophilic kitchen design. Discover how wood, stone, rattan and other organic materials can create a warm, inviting space that enhances comfort, wellbeing and visual appeal.

Categories Home Tags home design, Kitchen

6 Effective Ways to Keep Your Belongings Safe During a Move

October 21October 18 by Sabina Green
One big heavy box two moving service employees in a room

Moving home can be stressful, but taking a few simple precautions can help protect your possessions. Discover six practical ways to keep your belongings safe during a move, from smart packing techniques and secure transport to safeguarding valuable and fragile items throughout the relocation process.

Categories Home Tags Moving House, removalists
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