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4 plants that will instantly make your garden feel more private
Discover the 4 expert-approved plants that create natural screening, reduce overlooking and make any garden feel instantly more private.
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Keep your home fly-free all summer with this 30p trick from Nancy Birtwhistle
Nancy Birtwhistle shares a simple, cost-effective tip that will help banish flies, involving two household items you probably already have in your kitchen.
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The simple household item that can make garden weeds wilt — no digging or spraying needed
There's one simple household item that can be used to stop weeds from taking over in your garden, without the need for digging, spraying or pulling them up by hand.
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EntertainmentChannel 7's Farmer Wants A Wife move leaves Home and Away fans fuming: 'So annoying'
This isn't the first time it's happened and viewers have had enough.
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Lifestyle$19 Bunnings gardening item praised for helping older Aussies with common problem
Spending hours on your hands and knees can take a toll, but it doesn't have to be like this.
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LifestyleCleaner reveals the one item you should never have in your home: 'Problem'
While popular and stylish, the products are difficult to clean.
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LifestyleAussie's $5 Kmart, Spotlight, Big W buy to avoid issue turning millions into 'zombies'
Aussies all across the country want to avoid this common act, but few know where to start.
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The best wildlife cameras for watching garden visitors by day and night
Here are our favourite outdoor wildlife cameras to help capture footage of birds, hedgehogs and larger animals day and night.
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7 designer tricks to make a small living room feel twice as big
From smart furniture choices to light-reflecting paint, these cosy designer ideas help small living rooms feel bigger, brighter, and more inviting.
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Lifestyle$4 IKEA kitchen buy MasterChef judge Andy Hearnden swears by: 'Quality doesn't have to cost more'
It might be easily overlooked on shelves, but it appears as though this is a must-have item for bakers.
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StyleIconic Aussie fashion brand loved by women for 85 years stuns with 'gorgeous' new homewares
The retail store has been dressing Aussie women for 85 years.
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Botanical ice cubes and DIY cordial: 11 charming garden party ideas you'll want to copy this summer
With garden party season in full swing, try these 11 thoughtful garden party ideas, from floral ice cubes to flower crowns.
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LifestyleIKEA fans clear shelves after dawn queues for long-awaited new collection
IKEA had to enforce purchase limits so more shoppers had a chance.
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EntertainmentPopular Aldi kitchen Special Buy returns after sell-out success
Customers are urged to act quickly as stock is limited.
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LifestyleAussies warned over common kitchen mistake that can cause food poisoning: 'Danger zone'
Many Australians unknowingly leave food in the temperature "danger zone", where bacteria can multiply rapidly and increase the risk of food poisoning.
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The garden accessory outshining parasols this summer, offering more space, shade and privacy
Think garden brollies levelled up. The shade sail is the garden trend outshining parasols this summer, offering more space, shade and privacy.
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BusinessProduct recall for Allen's lollies sold in Coles, Woolworths and IGA nationwide
Shoppers are being urged to check their cupboards as consuming the item could cause serious injury.
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This £1 kitchen staple could be the secret to saving aphid-hit roses
Aphids love fresh rose buds and soft new shoots, but one cheap household staple could help tackle them before they spoil the show.
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BusinessFirst look inside Kmart's 'epic' new K Home store as new opportunity for Aussie shoppers revealed
It could mean a whole new era for Kmart.
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CelebrityHome and Away star Lynne McGranger suffers medical emergecy 7-metres under water: 'Lifeless'
Cast mates were terrified for her safety.
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3 paint colours making your home feel hotter in a heatwave — and 5 cooler shades to choose instead
The best paint colours to make a room feel cooler, according to interior experts. Discover the shades and finishes to use this summer.
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LifestyleBunnings buy that's saving Aussie a 'ton of cash' at the supermarket
The balcony set up is now 'flourishing'.
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LifestyleOlder Aussie's $5 Bunnings, Reject Shop winter hack to keep home warm
It's super easy to apply to your home and is also renter-friendly.
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LifestyleLittle-known 'Bunnings op shop' with items from $2 praised by Aussie: 'A lot cheaper'
An Aussie shopper said it was 'different' to other op-shops as it had ar eal focus on furinture and hardware.
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LifestyleKmart responds to disappointed shoppers as 'world's best' kitchen item pulled from shelves
Eagle-eyed shoppers realised it had vanished.
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CelebrityHome and Away star Lynne McGranger opens up about life after retiring from Channel 7 show
The Aussie actor officially farewelled her role in August 2025, after nearly 33 years of playing Irene Roberts.
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BusinessKmart reveals shopping change for millions of Aussies from today: 'Major step'
The new feature has been described as as a 'major step forward'.
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The best green paint colours for small spaces — from calming sage to deep 'Hunter boots' green
These hues – from bright to barely there – are a ideal for a hallway, boot room or guest toilet.
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CelebrityHome and Away star Lynne McGranger opens up about on-set bully that tormented her
The Gold Logie winner revealed the impact it had on her mental health.
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Could seaweed be the secret to a greener, healthier garden? How it benefits lawns, vegetables and more
For gardeners hoping to work more closely with nature, organic alternatives are becoming an increasingly appealing option – and few are as versatile or effective as seaweed.
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Rambler or climber? How to choose the right rose for your garden, according to Jo Thompson
The repeat-flowering roses, companion plants and wildlife-friendly picks bringing colour and scent to cottage gardens all summer long.
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NewsAussies ditching Europe summer for hot new destinations in Asia: 'Closer to home'
Travellers are looking much closer for a place to beat the winter blues.
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EntertainmentHome and Away's Lynne McGranger reveals 'sad' reality behind her final storyline about issue affecting older Aussies
The actor said the storyline was 'beautifully done' and handled with dignity.
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6 best pink flowers for long-lasting garden blooms, including one pollinators can't stay away from
From weigela to zinnias, these pink-flowering plants keep borders blooming from summer into autumn with months of colour and very little fuss.
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5 garden antiques that are in high demand this summer
From weathered pots and sundials to birdbaths and water features, antiques experts share the timeless garden pieces shoppers are seeking out this season.
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LifestyleAussie praises $25 IKEA kitchen essential after 'wasting' $900 on expensive alternative
Some of the pots and pans on offer 'really impressed' very important experts.
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Ward off wasps from your garden gatherings this summer with a £3 essential oil
Enjoy alfresco dining without this pesky pest. Here's how to keep them away this summer with
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NewsAmericans' Kmart comment that all Australians are sick of
Every Aussie is sick of this popular Kmart act.
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NewsProduct recall roundup: Kmart walkie talkie, IGA seafood mix, cake item that injured toddler
Some of the items can be returned for full refunds, while others can just be taken to be checked.
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These 5 heatwave mistakes are making your home feel even hotter
As the UK tries to stay cool is in the midst of a heatwave, experts share five mistakes that might be making your house warmer - without you realising.
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5 ways to help garden birds during a heatwave — including predator-free water spots
Hot weather can be tough on garden birds, especially during breeding season. Here are five simple ways to help wildlife stay cool and hydrated.
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Lifestyle$10 Kmart buy to stay warm at home warm this winter: 'Totally worth it'
Aussies have been urged to choose the right product for each space.
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HealthBest temperature to keep your bedroom in winter to avoid common sleep 'trap'
It's very tempting as temperatures plunge, but could actually backfire.
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Lifestyle10-second kitchen hack solves annoying garlic issue: 'This works'
People have called it an absolute 'game-changer'.
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This Chelsea garden is packed with 'rare, underused' plants and flowers you’ve probably never seen
Want to go against the grain? These cultivars are dangerously out of fashion but were seen at this year's Chelsea Flower Show 2026.
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5 practical small garden ideas to take home from Chelsea Flower Show, including the 70% rule
Try these practical small garden ideas to take home from RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026, including the 70% rule and vertical planting inspiration.
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