ORGANISE A SITTER FOR PETS AND CHILDREN. Moving day is chaotic enough without worrying about kids and pets. Organise a sitter in advance to alleviate added stress, and reduce any anxiety sometimes experienced by pets and children.
SET UP YOUR INTERNET. Connecting the internet can take longer than other utilities. So, it’s worth contacting your provider at least two weeks in advance, especially if your home hasn’t previously been connected to the NBN.
As we move through 2025, four new interior design trends are making their way into the spotlight, Dopamine Décor; a trend of personal expression, Colour Drenching and Mocha; both trends focussed on colour application, and lastly A Nod to Nature; all about bringing natural elements into your home. Whether you're drawn to bold and playful aesthetics, immersive colour schemes, earthy warmth, or connecting to nature, there's something here to inspire your next design transformation.
Whoever said ‘money doesn’t grow on trees’ may have got it wrong, because it turns out that trees and plants can potentially add a lot of value to your property.
A 2017 study by AECOM found a increase in street tree canopy could increase property values by an average of $50,000. While this research focused on the collective green infrastructure of suburbs, trees, plants and landscaping can also impact the property values of individual blocks.
Summer opens up new opportunities in the veggie patch that didn't exist while the erratic spring weather has been doing its thing. Here are some of our favourite heat-loving varieties that are primed to plant now.
Chillies require a hot, sun-drenched space, preferably up against a heat reflecting wall that helps to collect extra rays of warmth. However, even the toughest plants need food and water to survive, so give them a regular water every few days for best results.
Improving your property’s look and feel doesn’t necessarily have to cost a small fortune.
Here’s 6 easy DIY updates you can do yourself.
Take care of easy repairs. Most small repairs are straightforward and usually don’t require a professional. Replace the mesh fly screens yourself, apply some WD-40 to squeaky door hinges, and sub-out light fittings for store-bought options. The same goes for other small fixes, including leaking taps, loose screws or handles, clogged drains and scuffs on the walls.
While demand for residential properties in Victoria remains strong, there’s a growing need for housing solutions that cater to individuals living alone, smaller families, and/or seniors looking to downsize, as well as options for more affordable living.
The Small Lot Housing Code (SLHC) is designed to encourage more affordable and diverse housing, and to give more people access to land by allowing homes to be built on smaller lots without the need for additional planning permits.
As Spring arrives, so does the excitement of new interior trends, spring cleaning projects, and outdoor inspiration. The latest interior trends include both warmer and cooler colour palettes, still remaining light and fresh for the season.
