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Living comfortably in the shadows
Smart shading can help heatproof your home, writes Michael Green. more...
OUTDOORS
Decking the way to great entertaining
A good outside area can be a valuable lifestyle addition, writes David Adams. more...
APARTMENT LIVING
Going green together
Kath Dolan Organisation is the key to being more energy efficient in apartments, writes Kath Dolan. more...
FIRST TIME BUYING
Reality cheque
First-home buyers have been given a wake-up call with new restrictions on the government grant. more...
GREEN LIVING
How to recycle beyond the kerb
All sorts of products can have a second life, writes Michael Green. more...
COASTAL LIVING
On the beach: the pros and cons
So you want to build a house by the seaside? Nice idea, but it comes with its own set of technical problems, writes David Adams. more...
SELLING UP
Reasons to be cheery
Now's a great time to do up your dump – or take advantage of a buoyant market and offload it. more...
INTEREST RATES
To fix or not to fix?
Confused about your mortgage options? Anneli Knight sheds some light on fixed and flexible loans. more...
OUTDOORS
Whip the backyard into shape
Lavish a little love on your outdoor area now for the perfect relaxation space in summer. more...
RENOVATION
Home chefs are happy in whites
With stone benches and monochrome tones, the modern kitchen makes its own statement in style, writes Jenny Brown. more...
MAKEOVER
Understand your buyer to maximise your home sale price
In tough economic times, spending money to make money is a difficult prospect for many property sellers, who are carefully watching the purse strings. more...
RENOVATIONS
Seeking home safe home
Most renovators strive for a home beautiful, but science can also render a house healthier. more...
INTERIORS
Tricks of the trade
Recreate the luxury look of top hotels in your home. more...
ENERGY SAVINGS
Light, years ahead
Get ready for the new wave of home illumination. more...
RENOVATIONS
Restoring domestic harmony
Renovations are surging as people seek sustainable living and a haven from the kids, says Kate Robertson. more...
HOME DESIGN
Decorate on a budget
The world economy is going down the gurgler but there's no need to let your decor go the same way. more...
SETTLEMENT TIPS
Open the door to smooth settlements
The big day has arrived. It's time to move into your new home. However, all is not what it was when you first inspected it. more...
BUSHFIRE SEASON
Preparation is a burning issue
Planning for the worst will ensure you and your home have a better chance of survival. more...
News
Rents rise across the country
Rents climbed nationwide throughout the year, despite low interest rates and First Home Buyers Grant, says report. more...
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