Newcastle’s ladybird swarm explained: why thousands have appeared across the city
"We had moths, now ladybugs!"
Pool owners can save hundreds on Aldi’s first-ever robotic pool cleaner
Designed to clean floors, walls and waterlines.
39 easy dinner recipes when you’re stuck for ideas
These are quick, easy and delicious.
The $10 Woolworths buy hot-chook fans can’t stop talking about
We tracked down Woolworths' new $10 Bachelor's Handbag to see if it's worth the hype.
Kmart’s Christmas range is here: What we’d buy (and what we’d skip)
Kmart's Christmas range has landed, with a trendy pink and fig colour scheme. Here's how to style it and what we're adding to our trolley first.
The vintage kitchen item you should never pass up at the op shop
Keep your eyes peeled.
The best robotic pool cleaners to keep your pool sparkling all year round
Sit back and relax.
The surprise ingredient behind Jane and Shane’s best MKR dish
How a tomato dessert became the rising star of the show.
Bogong moths still getting in? Check the tiny gap most people miss
Is this how they're getting inside?
Aldi’s popular $199 Walking Pad is back to boost your step count
This Special Buy won't last long.
Aphids are back: how to stop them taking over your lemon tree this spring
There are simple ways to stop these pests from damaging your lemon and other citrus trees.
We tested a $59 Big W coffee machine against a $2,299 Breville. The results surprised us
Anyone who’s tried to make cafe-quality coffee at home knows it’s harder than it looks. Walk into any appliance store, and the machines that promise barista-level results start at around $1,000 and climb quickly from there. So do you really need to spend a fortune to make a great cup at home? To find out, […]
Clever buy solves one of the most common Dyson problems
Your Dyson probably isn't dying, it just needs one of these simple fixes.
29 easy Christmas finger food recipes that look fancier than they are
Your next party, sorted.
$14 Kmart buy solves a very common kitchen storage problem
Shoppers say this product makes kitchen cabinets finally usable.
Charlie Albone says this popular weed-killing tool is actually destroying your garden
"It's a useless product."
MKR’s Jane and Shane: Is leaving food on your dinner plate rude? Australia weighs in
"I'm more of a taster than an eater."
Kmart’s 2026 Christmas range is here, and prices start at just $2
It mixes this season's freshest trends with the classics you love.
Magpie swooping season: The innocent mistake making you a target
Plus, how to convince a magpie you're not a threat.
The sneaky washing detergent ingredient causing grime to build up in your machine
Does your washing detergent do this?
The $11 Bunnings cleaner for stubborn marks on a glass cooktop
Turn back time on your glass stovetop.
Damaged lemon leaves? You may have a citrus leaf miner infestation
Here's how to prevent and remove it from your garden.
The common cooking mistake making your mince taste bland
It's all about the sizzle!
Haven’t cleaned your kettle for a month? Do this easy 5 minute hack
It will look brand new by the time you're done with it.
ALDI’s new $9.99 cookware Special Buys is perfect for small kitchens
These won't last long.
The beautiful climber that could be destroying your garden
Magnificent or a monster?
I tried making my own butter, then Facebook readers called out my big mistake
Where it all went wrong.
This is why your clothes still smell after you wash them
And how to stop it from happening.
Before and after: how to clean vertical blinds in 30 minutes
It's easier than you think.
$1.50 Bunnings buy solves common bathroom cleaning problem
Better still, it takes only a few seconds.
The oven rack cleaning trick people swear by when nothing else works
Clean your oven without breaking a sweat.
This hydrangea climbs 15 metres up walls without a trellis
Not everyone realises that some hydrangeas are actually climbers.
7 beginner crochet kits you wont be able to put down
Crocheting might look tricky at first, but it’s actually pretty simple once you get started. I’ve found that beginner kits make things much easier because they include everything you need: yarn, a hook, and instructions you can actually follow. Whether you want to try a classic granny square, a cute animal, or a little plant, […]
29 best spring recipes to give your tastebuds a zing
Spring has sprung!
$16 Kmart buy solves a very common Ooshie problem
It’s a simple way to keep your collection organised and actually on display.
I’m obsessed with how easy this robot lawn mower is to use – it actually worked first try
If you have any kind of backyard, I’m willing to bet you’ve typed ‘robot lawn mower’ into Google just to see if it’s actually worth it. I know I did. I wanted to know which ones are affordable, which ones actually work, and if any of them are really as good as they sound. After […]
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Is Woolworths’ Fissler container promo worth the points? Here’s my honest review
Woolworths is back with a new collectables range that isn’t Ooshies or Bricks. Now, you can swap container credits for Fissler glass and stainless steel containers, including the stainless steel bento box that everyone seems to be talking about. I picked one up, put it to the test, and here’s what I really think. KEY […]
BCF launches exclusive Bluey camping range, and we want the lot
This is so cute!
5 clever new IKEA storage buys that make clutter easier to control
We'll take one of everything, please.
Bar Keepers Friend transformed my grimy sink in under 10 minutes
It took less than 10 minutes.
12 plants Australian gardeners recommend for a hot, flower-filled summer
The toughest plants for Aussie gardens.
This backyard visitor could fix your struggling native trees
Here’s what you need to know.
The #1 mistake that gets Australians bitten by backyard snakes (and it’s illegal)
A snake catcher explains a common mistake people make with snakes.
Burnt dinner? 8 ways to rescue almost any dish
You may not need to throw it all away.
Should you wash raw chicken before cooking it?
We have the answer.
Kmart’s $4.50 buy solves one of the most common grout-cleaning problems
Cleaning grout in your bathroom and kitchen isn’t always easy, especially when the narrow lines make it almost impossible to scrub properly with a regular brush. That’s where Kmart’s grout cleaning set comes in handy. For $4.50, this little set will help you clean grout in those hard-to-reach places, without the need for professional equipment. […]
The best places to see cherry blossoms in Australia
See the beautiful blooms in all their glory!
Mow less: here’s how to swap your grass for a low-effort clover lawn
Why gardeners are turning this common ‘weed’ into a lawn.
Two foods that you should never feed a kookaburra
Feeding kookaburras can sometimes do more harm than good.
When is it rude to mow your lawn?
To mow or not to mow?
This $12 kitchen buy has sparked an age-old Aussie debate
Is it ever safe to leave butter out?
30 mouth-watering strawberry recipes to make this spring
Naturally sweet and refreshing, strawberries will elevate your dessert game this spring!
Garden expert reveals 7 easy ways to create a magpie-friendly garden
Simple ways to make your garden more attractive to magpies.
$4 Kmart buy solves annoying cleaning job, but I’m not convinced
Keeping a home clean is hard enough without obsessing over the bits you can barely reach. So when a product comes along claiming to make things a little easier, we’re all for it. Kmart’s Window Sill Cleaning Set has been making the rounds as a must-have $4 hack for one of the most annoying household […]
We asked 6 experts which supermarket stock is actually worth buying? Only 2 agreed
Which supermarket stock is best?
Mum’s time-saving laundry hack means never ironing again
“I’ve been doing this for years."
I tested the $16 Bunnings toilet cleaner everyone is using on shower glass, here’s my verdict
It's changing the way people tackle bathroom grime.
6 of our favourite Australian native vines that attract bees, birds and butterflies
Fill your outside walls with Aussie natives.
Bower vine: The Aussie native that will cover your fence in flowers
It’s one of the most versatile vines you can add to your garden.
15 pork mince recipes you’ll want to make again and again
Delight your taste buds with these pork mince recipes.
The BBQ cooking mistake an award-winning pitmaster wants you to stop making
Are you guilty of this?
The $100 garden makeover: here’s what 2 experts would buy
Garden experts reveal the smartest ways to spend your money.
Big W’s new homewares collection is here, and we want the lot
These are the pieces a stylist would buy.
6 things your oven does better than your air fryer
Plus, tips on how to actually use your air fryer properly.
Buying a potted citrus tree? Check for this one hidden detail before taking it home
How to spot a root-bound citrus tree before it's too late.
Charlie Albone’s 5 favourite plants for solving tricky garden problems
These plants solve some common garden problems.
How to grow and care for your very own Wollemi pine
Plant a dinosaur-era tree in your backyard.
Nagi Maehashi explains why your slow-cooked meat keeps turning out dry
It's not your slow cooker.
Kmart responds as $20 lamp sells out, confirms when it will be back
Better be quick!
Woolworths Disney OOSHIES are back – here’s the full list plus the rare character to collect
With pictures of each character!
New Bunnings buy solves this very common home security problem
No wiring needed.
Charlie Albone’s easy DIY planter fixes a bare fence (and blocks nosy neighbours)
A bare fence is a simple solution to block out your neighbours, but it’s not always nice to look at, especially when metal panels radiate heat right back into your yard during hot summer months. Landscape designer Charlie Albone has a solution that not only hides an ugly fence and boosts privacy, but also helps […]
ALDI reveals their top 9 products, and 8 of them are under $5
The $1.29 Aldi staple taking top spot in the 2026 People's Picks Awards.
Bathroom always messy? Try this old-school cleaning method
This makes sense.
Snake expert debunks popular blue-tongue lizard myth
From ultrasonic repellents to essential oils and certain plants, there’s plenty of debate over what keeps snakes out of your yard. One popular belief? Having a blue-tongue lizard living in your garden will keep snakes away. But is it true? KEY TAKEAWAYS Do blue-tongue lizards keep snakes away? Stewy the Snake Catcher, who runs an […]
Mum shares ‘stunning’ crochet blanket pattern using Kmart’s chunky yarn
Get your free crochet pattern!
Why this Aussie mum ignores Coles’ Flybuys spend targets (and still gets free groceries)
Her strategy hinges on doing the opposite of what Coles wants.
This simple storage solution solves a common laundry problem
Wish we'd discovered this sooner.
RecipeTin Eats’ Nagi Maehashi explains why your slow cooker meals taste bland
If your slow cooker casseroles taste flat, this might be why.
ALDI responds to Steph de Sousa’s sold-out kitchen range
Did you miss out?
7 ways to safely deter possums from your garden
Block their route with these simple tricks.
Creative submissions: we want to hear from you
Our readers are at the heart of everything we do. From homes and gardens to recipes and everyday moments, we love sharing stories that inspire and connect our community. So we’re creating a page just for you. If you want to share your own creative work, like a story, poem, or artwork, we’d love to […]
These products are the secret to staying warm this winter
As the temperature drops, it’s time to wrap yourself and your home in comforting layers. We’ve rounded up and tested the best products to keep the cold at bay all winter long. Heated throws, soft rugs, and inviting cushions transform your living room into a haven. These smart touches help you save on heating as […]
This is the most accurate way to get rid of unwanted plants
“Even if you can only manage 10 minutes per day."
How to wash towels so they stay soft and fluffy
How to keep your towels feeling hotel-like forever.
Can you really put foil in an air fryer?
It depends.
Kmart’s new August living range is here: What we’d buy (and what we’d skip)
Kmart’s August Living range has arrived, and as usual it’s chock-full of stylish pieces for your home at affordable prices. But with so many new Kmart homewares pieces landing in stores, it can be tricky to know which ones are actually worth adding to your home and which are better left on the shelf. BHG’s […]
28 comforting curry recipes that will warm you up on a cold and rainy day
Plus, the secret to a good curry recipe.
Coles is releasing a Bluey-themed range, and we want the lot
Granny chair or the duck cake mould?
The $10 Kmart storage solution taking over Aussie bathrooms
Would this work in your house?
The stain-removal myth that’s costing you money (and ruining your clothes)
Think hot water is the only way to shift a tough stain?
Cleaner’s clever tip solves a common skirting board problem
A simple tip that makes a big difference.
This $7 Coles buy is helping raise money for Aussie disaster recovery
Grabbing a bottle of Pine O Cleen on your next Coles run will not only help keep your house squeaky clean, but also raise money for Aussie disaster recovery. For the whole of July, 20 cents from every Pine O Cleen product purchased at Coles will contribute towards a $100,000 donation to the Australian Red […]
DIY dehumidifier: 6 simple ways to reduce moisture in your home
Mould, mould - it's everywhere!
Mum creates genius DIY solution to avoid cleaning her bath
"Great idea. I hate cleaning the bath.”
This $3.50 Coles buy is a lifesaver for school holiday boredom
Our editors handpick everything we recommend. We may receive revenue for sharing this content or when you shop through our links. Read more here If you’re staring down another week of school holidays wondering how to keep the kids entertained, Coles has a cheap, easy win. For a limited time, customers can grab one of four Glow-in-the-Dark […]
Why magpies sing to people and how to tell if one likes you
Why do magpies sing?
