It’s a new year, which means some of us are resolving to do things like lose weight and get in shape. It’s also a good time to think about a few ways to keep your shed in great condition, so you’ll get more out of it for years to come. We’ve put together a little […]

AirBNB has changed the way people go on vacation around the world. Now ordinary people are opening their homes, rooms, cottages and even couches to travelers from around the globe and earning good money from it. There are many that provide near hotel-like accommodation for people with a bit of dosh, but what about the […]

School’s out! Holidays are here and you know what that means. If you’ve got kids, they’ll either be causing chaos around the house, or parked in front of the TV. If you have space you could give them something much more interesting to do and teach them a few life lessons along the way. We’ve […]

As Bob Dylan once said, the times they are a-changing. A large proportion of Australians are abandoning the 9-to-5 grind in favour of self-employment and better work-life balance. In fact, a study conducted by the research firm Edelman Berland found that 4.1 million Australians (32% of the workforce) had freelanced between 2014-15. The trend is […]

Like many of us, a lot of my childhood memories played out on the living room carpet. We didn’t have a dedicated play room, but nevertheless we entertained ourselves building pillow forts and conducting elaborate battles with Lego weaponry. It was terrific fun, but I also spent a fair bit of time picturing my own […]

If you’re an animal lover, you probably feel a little guilty when you leave them at home. We’d all like to spend more time with our pets. Wouldn’t it be nice if we could take them for walks, go hiking or take them for a romp on the beach every day of the week? Unfortunately, […]

Have you ever walked into your shed and just been overwhelmed by things crammed into every nook and cranny? Have you ever found yourself tripping over cords, tools or machines just making your way from one side to the other? Have you ever found yourself stretching to reach over, around or through piles of things […]

Looking for something to do in your shed? The internet is a wonderful tool that has given us a glimpse of the fascinating things people are doing with their spare time. Before the web, many tinkerers and artisans were hidden in their sheds where they cooked up amazing creations far from the eyes of the […]

Land is precious. It doesn’t take an expert to notice that the value of property keeps increasing. As the population grows and as cities expand, prices creep ever-higher and smart owners are doing more to add to the resale potential of their properties. Some even go as far as building extra floors, or dividing houses […]

  If Australia’s favourite reno show has kept you glued to the telly for the last few weeks, you’re not alone. We’ve also enjoyed watching the drama unfold as the couples try to outdo each other with paint, plaster and passion. We’ve also noticed quite a few ideas coming out of the show that would […]