December 10, 2018
If you have never traditionally been a ‘green thumb’ and struggle to keep plants alive than look no further than succulents. These amazing plants can survive almost anywhere – as long as you don’t try and take too much care for them!
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December 10, 2018
The world’s population is made up of various backgrounds, cultures and languages; however, most can agree on the essence of beauty and actively seek it.
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December 10, 2018
Living in an inner city suburb more often than not trees are replaced with new buildings and extensions that take up every square metre of green space. Gone are the days we actually have the room or space to have a garden let alone something as extravagant as a veggie patch or an orchard fruit trees.
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Transforming your verge – making the most of the land you have and saving water
December 10, 2018
When it comes to adding value to your property look no further than your verge. Although it’s technically not owned by you, a good-looking verge can add dollars to your real estate.
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Handy tips for your next Timber Decking DIY
December 10, 2018
When embarking on your next DIY outdoor project, you might want to consider timber decking as a hard surface option. Not only is it incredibly versatile, when navigating sloped areas, it also provides a ‘soft’ finish to your trafficable areas.
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December 10, 2018
The Australian winter can occasionally be grey, dreary and bitterly cold – much like an English summer. However, the sun does shine and we often don’t take advantage of it, shunning away from the outdoors and hibernating inside with a hot chocolate.
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The verge – how Australian is that!
December 10, 2018
The Australian verge is a typology within itself. Although they come in varying shapes and sizes a common theme exists - a large patch of lawn (or weeds) with a council tree or streetlight placed upon it.
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The verandah – Origins of the great Australian style
December 10, 2018
Just like backyard cricket, the ‘Hills Hoist’ clothesline and even the humble lamington - the verandah is an iconic feature of the Australian cultural landscape.
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December 10, 2018
For some reason, I am a large collector of chairs. We have more chairs than is necessary and for some reason, the obsession continues. We have dining chairs, vintage chairs, retro chairs and even a velvet steel framed chair.
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December 10, 2018
The D.I.Y. parent has come a long way in recent years, what with social media and new and improved hand tools, it has become a satisfying way to impress your kids and your kids friends even!
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