Livia Gamble

Senior Digital Content Producer

With a Bachelor’s degree in communications and over a decade of industry experience, Livia is a seasoned content producer and editor who has a knack for crafting articles brimming with helpful information you never knew you needed (but you do). She has covered various topics, from home decor and gardening to health and wellness, showcasing her versatility and expertise. Livia's writing has been featured in publications such as the lifestyle section of the Sydney Morning Herald. Additionally, she has worked as a content editor for various parenting and lifestyle brands, including Babyology and Essential Kids. When she isn’t reporting on ways to improve your home and garden, she can be found crocheting ponchos and attempting to master the perfect homemade pizza dough.

Homes

12-step reno checklist: Things homeowners forget (and pay for later)

Deciding to renovate rather than sell up and move on is becoming more common among homeowners. And while it’s exciting, it can be a lot to get your head around. To help, we’ve put together a renovation checklist to ensure nothing gets missed, and your renovation runs as smoothly as possible. It’s also worth checking your home insurance before you start, as […]

Quick and Easy

17 retro cakes that taste better than you remember

Back to basics.

Homes

Cheap Bunnings buy solves one of winter’s most annoying problems

Winter’s on the way, and if you’re anything like me, you haven’t tackled those sneaky gaps letting cold air into your house yet. The good news? Fixing one of winter’s most annoying household problems doesn’t have to cost much, and you don’t even need to leave the couch. Now you can get everything you need […]

Cleaning

$5 supermarket buy easily cleans black toilet bowl stains

It doesn't get much easier than this.

Gardening

This tiny bug might be the reason your plants are covered in black mould

It can be hard to control if left unchecked.

Cleaning

$2.99 ALDI spray makes cleaning every surface in your home easier

The $2.99 cleaner you’ve got to buy.

Food & Recipes

I tested Kmart’s $69 window air fryer, here’s my honest review

More than one customer is calling it the best air fryer they've ever owned.

Food & Recipes

The $16 Amazon buy saving Australians money on groceries

It's the little changes that can make a big difference on your grocery bill.

Garden

Sir David Attenborough: 8 extraordinary plants and animals named after him

If you’ve ever watched a nature documentary, chances are you’ve heard Sir David Attenborough’s voice. For nearly eighty years, he’s been showing us the wildest corners of the planet. Ahead of his 100th birthday tomorrow, it’s hard not to think about how much he’s helped us appreciate the world around us. As a nod of […]

Cleaning

$1.40 Bunnings buy solves common bathroom cleaning problem

Nothing beats a good hot shower. The only drawback is the time required to keep it clean and free of mould. That’s where the Bunnings squeegee comes in handy. For $1.40, this old-school cleaning tool removes the thing mould needs to grow: moisture. KEY TAKEAWAYS In a recent post shared on the BHG Facebook page […]

Lifestyle

The common heater mistake many Aussies don’t know is a fire risk

"Do not think because you buy a quality power board it will be OK!"

Lifestyle

$15 cleaning buy solves one of the most common grout problems

It restores your grout to its original colour.

Garden

Volcano mulching: this well-meaning garden mistake could damage your trees

Don't do this.

Lifestyle

How to fix a smelly toilet (the step most people miss)

You missed a step.

Desserts

$4 supermarket brownie mix tastes like it’s homemade

Homemade flavour with minimal effort.

growing strawberries in a washing basket

Gardening

Clever $7 washing basket hack for growing strawberries

Your go-to guide.

Quick and Easy

12 easy chicken tray bake recipes for a hassle-free dinner

There are so many reasons to love a chicken tray bake.

White room styled with a brass pot and an indoor plant

Indoor Plants

Fungus gnats in your houseplants? This is the fastest way to get rid of them

Fungus gnats are mosquito-like flies that love moist potting soil.

Gardening

The ‘kitchen scrap’ mistake ruining Aussie vegie patches

Don't make this mistake.

Quick and Easy

19 deliciously creamy risotto recipes made simple

Creamy, rich, and easy!

Garden

The plant everyone keeps killing, and why we can’t stop buying it

Don't give up on this plant, just yet.

Tips & How-to

Spring onion vs green onion vs scallion: what’s the difference?

It’s a little confusing, but they each have small differences that can really affect a meal.

Lifestyle

Never put shoes in the dryer: this $19 Bunnings buy is better

Think twice before throwing those wet footy boots in the dryer tonight. Not only can it ruin your shoes, but your dryer will also be worse off as well. That’s where the Mistral Shoe Dryer comes in handy. Available at Bunnings for just $19, it dries two pairs of shoes at a time faster, and […]

Gardening

13 cacti that actually flower, and the winter trick that makes it happen

Not your typical bloom!

Garden

The outdoor upgrade that gives homes an extra room without renovating

Once it's up, you'll wonder how you ever lived without it.

Garden

The real reason Australian honey is about to get more expensive

And what you can do about it.

getting yellow stains out of white sheets

Cleaning

The 2-ingredient soak that turns yellow sheets white again

It's easier than you think!

Cleaning

The $5 supermarket product that gets clothes brighter than bicarb or vinegar

Plus, it can be used a stain remover.

Homes

The clever Kmart bin hack solves a common kitchen problem

This is so simple.

Lifestyle

The one rule every Aussie needs to know to identify a funnel-web spider

Keep this in mind.

Food & Recipes

Arnott’s new Tim Tam flavour sounds iconic, but there’s one big problem

We love a good food mashup as much as the next person. But when two iconic biscuits come together to form one, our ears prick up. When Arnott’s reached out to inform us of its Iced VoVo Tim Tam, currently available at Coles for $6, we had to give it a try. While there’s no […]

Garden

Mulch on a budget: what works, what doesn’t, and what’s free

Plus, the best mulch for weeds.

Homes

This self-taught dad saved thousands on renos, and says you can too

"You’re more capable than you think"

Craft

How to knit Harry Styles’ famous colour block cardigan, and the pattern is free

The designer has released the official pattern.

must-try viral food at the easter show 2026

Food & Recipes

10 must-try foods made specifically for the Sydney Royal Easter Show

You can't get these anywhere else.

Food & Recipes

The cheapest food at the Royal Easter Show is not what you think

Snags for a good cause.

Garden

The Easter Show’s best-kept secret is a man with a crocodile

Do not miss this show.

Homes

IKEA’s $6 buy solves one of the most common lighting problems

And it goes anywhere.

Lifestyle

Spotlight’s new jumbo yarn makes a blanket in one sitting

No knitting needles required.

Cleaning

$50 Kmart and Bunnings grout hack restores tiles in minutes

A simple grout-cleaning solution delivering professional results.

kmart digital calendar sold out in minutes

Shopping

These digital calendars rival Kmart’s sold-out one, and might even be better

If you missed out, don't stress - we've got you covered.

new kiwi fruit just hit aussie supermarkets

Food & Recipes

You have 8 weeks to try Australia’s new red kiwifruit – here’s what it tastes like

And it tastes like a berry.

Decorating

The one-minute furniture trick to make your living room feel bigger

A small space hack you'll wish you knew sooner.

Decorating

This $18 buy solves the most annoying bathroom mould problem

Mould and mildew don't stand a chance.

Lifestyle

Kmart’s $19 buy solves one of the most common laundry problems

We tested if it's worth it.

Garden

Melbourne’s biggest flower show just hosted its first-ever wedding

Love is in the air.

Cleaning

Doona doesn’t fit in the washing machine? Here’s what to do

When was the last time you washed yours?

Gardening

How to make friends with a magpie: the small things that actually work

Yes, magpies really do make friends with people.

Garden Tours

MIFGS 2026 ‘Best In Show’ winner inspired by Victoria’s Southern Coast

And was designed to encourage reconnection with nature.

charlie and juliet get home from dr harry

Garden

Why Juliet and Charlie’s cat stopped using his litter box: Dr Harry explains

When Dr Harry Cooper arrived at Juliet and Charlie’s new home, he walked into a house bursting at the seams with pets. There are dogs, fish, a bearded dragon named Brian, and one very regal British longhair cat going by the name of Lord Harold’s Buttercream III. It was Juliet who held out the longest […]

Gardening

How to fertilise citrus now so your tree survives winter

Don't miss your last chance to fertilise citrus before winter.

Shopping

Darrell Lea brings back its iconic fluffy chick in three collectible colours

Many of us have fond memories of the little fluffy chick inside a Darrell Lea Nougat Easter Egg. So when it disappeared a few years ago, people were upset. The good news is the fluffy chick is back – and this time, there are three colours to collect! “Where is the fluffy chicken?!” For generations, […]

Craft

7 adorable free knitting patterns for babies you can download from Patons now

Cute as a button!

Gardening

Why your chrysanthemums look dead after flowering

And what you can do about it.

snake taking cover in a shed while it rains

Gardening

Why you’re more likely to see a snake after it rains

Plus, the most common snake hiding spots around the house.

Food & Recipes

$20 Kmart must-have solves a common cooking problem

Breakfast just got a whole lot easier.

Homes

Inside Millie Savage’s Victorian farmhouse – where even the bathtub is a work of art

Her bedroom has a purple claw-foot bath in it and we are not okay.

Garden

Marcia Hines’ dog won’t come when called – so she brought in Dr Harry

The Australian Idol judge brought her dog Bratha to Idol HQ, and things got a little out of hand.

Lifestyle

Australia’s best steam mop is a $50 Kmart find

Consumer watchdog’s trial of 25 models finds price is no guarantee of performance, while a budget Kmart mop matches the top-scoring Bissell at a fraction of the cost.

Food & Recipes

ALDI’s $8.99 spanakopita keeps selling out – but another supermarket has more cheese

A must-have freezer staple.

Homes

What $16K buys you in the world of backyard pods right now

Add some extra space at home without breaking the bank.

Garden

We’ve ranked the most deadly snakes in Australia

Plus, how to identify what it looks like.

Garden

Graham Ross’s secret to a stunning meadow garden? It all starts with the right seeds

"It’s a lot easier than you might think.”

Homes

Kmart just launched their new Easter homewares range, and we want the lot

Totally adorable.

Quick and Easy

The only carrot cake recipes you’ll ever need (you’re welcome)

There's something here for every baker.

Craft

Pick up your needles: How to knit Trauma Teddies for the Red Cross

Craft for a cause.

Tips & How-to

ALDI recalls popular Bubble Bar lunchbox snack after black rubber found inside

If Hillcrest Bubble Bars are a regular lunchbox staple in your house, you’ll want to stop and check the pantry before the next school run. ALDI has issued an urgent recall on three popular flavours of the Hillcrest Bubble Bars 132g pack — Choc Rainbow, Birthday Cake, and Choc Chip. The affected products were sold […]

Homes

Everyone wants IKEA’s viral cat lamp. There’s just one problem.

There’s a viral Ikea cat lamp everywhere on social media, but it’s not actually from IKEA. A growing trend among influencers and marketers is to falsely attribute products to IKEA to drive sales, and this ‘Tiffany’ cat lamp is the latest example. That said, the cat lamp itself is genuinely worth the hype. KEY TAKEAWAYS […]

Garden

Crocodile captured behind Newcastle Bunnings, 2,000km from home

The capture left the whole team emotional.

what to buy at ikea according to a stylist

Homes

The IKEA lamp a stylist rates over the viral ‘donut’ lamp, and it’s only $50

From clever storage to stylish lighting that looks more expensive than it is.

Garden

These 3 native screening plants look better than a backyard hedge

They cost less, grow faster, and actually look like a garden.

Garden

Dr Harry meets the rescuer who’s saved thousands of native turtles

When dams across Western Sydney are drained to make way for housing estates and roads, the turtles that have lived there for decades don’t simply disappear. They’re left stranded in shrinking pools, vulnerable to predators and at risk of being buried under development. That’s when Shane Davies and Kane Durrant step in. Turtle Rescues NSW […]

Garden

Your garden is full of ants right now — here’s why killing them is a mistake

Ants are everywhere right now. After Australia’s hot summer, gardens across the country are seeing huge numbers of ants. Signs you have ants include trails across lawns, mounds in garden beds, and swarms around plants. The surprising truth about garden ants If you’re like me, your first instinct is probably to grab the bug spray. […]

Lifestyle

Knit a tiny jumper, help protect Phillip Island’s penguins

Help raise money for penguin care, research, and conservation.

Gardening

Before you pee on your lemon tree, read this expert advice

We have the answer – but there's a catch.

Lifestyle

The ‘slow vacuuming’ trend explained: why cleaning experts say it works

Cleaning experts say slowing down could dramatically improve how well your vacuum removes dirt.

Garden

13 mosquito repellent plants that help keep mozzies away naturally

Keep those itchy bites at bay.

Homes

$12 Kmart must-have solves a common home lighting problem

It's affordable, easy to install and doesn't require wiring.

Food & Recipes

What is a butter bell? The vintage storage solution making a comeback

Once considered old-fashioned, butter bells are making a comeback.

Lifestyle

King of the Ranges returns to Murrurundi in 2026

The King of the Ranges Stockman’s Challenge and Bush Festival brings three days of competition, tradition and rural celebration that is definitely worth a trip to the Upper Hunter Valley, NSW, for. Last year, Dr Harry was lucky enough to attend the iconic bush festival where Kelsie Lupson and John Mitchell took out the Ladies […]

Lifestyle

Woolworths Bricks return with 40 new collectables – see the full list here

Including three rare gold bricks.

Cleaning

How do I get a shiny sink? Try this old-school cleaning method

“It is so simple."

Cleaning

People think their Dyson is broken – but this one simple fix saves it

Why is my vacuum turning on and off?

Garden

Better Homes and Gardens is coming to Saturday nights

Fans will get an extra hour of BHG in 2026.

Garden

Garden tour: how a clever layout makes this small Hawkesbury garden feel bigger than it is

Plus, a pretty way to hide disguide a wicking garden bed.

Lifestyle

The end of paper sewing patterns? Spotlight’s main supplier shuts down

Is this the end of paper sewing patterns?

Lifestyle

This is Australias most hated cleaning task, plus how to do it 5 minutes

There was a clear winner.

Cleaning

How to clean a kettle in less than 5 minutes

It will look brand new by the time you're done with it.

Garden

The lavender species gardeners need to stop planting

It’s a known risk to the Australian landscape.

Homes

People are writing love-letters to this $40 IKEA cult-item

"I give him a kiss every night before bed."

Tips & How-to

6 things you shouldn’t cook in an air fryer

Read this before cooking anything.

Garden

Why watering your lawn every few days could actually make it worse

The real issue isn’t how often you water your lawn, it’s how deeply.

Homes

Kmart’s $599 sofa expands like magic, but an interior designer says there’s one major catch

While the concept is clever, it got us wondering: Is the Kmart compression sofa actually a good buy?

Tips & How-to

The quickest and safest way to defrost mince from frozen

The quickest way isn't always the safest.

Food & Recipes

The air fryer upgrade that skips the most annoying cooking step

Cook perfect, crispy chips every time.

Food & Recipes

Aldi is cutting prices on over 300 items – but there’s a catch

Shoppers might find the aisles looking a little different.

Cleaning

Clove oil for mould: 3 proven methods to eliminate mould naturally

Have you tried these natural solutions?

Garden

Carpet pythons are invading chicken coops across Australia—what experts say you must do

As snakes in gardens become more active across Australia, licensed snake catchers are responding to more call-outs in homes, particularly where chickens and birds are kept. Stu, a snake catcher with the Sunshine Coast Snake Catchers, a 24/7 snake catching service, says his team is removing lots of carpet pythons from backyards right now after […]

Lifestyle

Tricleanium review: does the cult $19 cleaning powder live up to the hype?

We tested it on our greasiest kitchen surface.

Lifestyle

This stain remover works better than bleach on yellow toilet seat stains

Plus, why yellow toilet seat stains keep coming back.