As exciting as the idea of owning a new home is, it can also be overwhelming when you see all the houses listed in the paper and real estate agent windows. So how do you know what to look for in t...

You know the value of your home, after all, you have some great memories and associations with it. But when it comes to selling your home, you have to appeal to people who don't have any sentiment...

House hunting. What a chore. What a window into possibilities. What an inefficient use of time. What a way to learn the neighbourhood.We never really decided to buy a new house; we just started lo...

Ornaments can add charm and interest to your garden. they can be sundials, weathervanes, bird baths, fountains and gazebos just to name a few. Weathervanes are an importaant tool, for showing...

Living in the country can be a wonderful experience and a great way of life, many of us seek to get away from the hustle and bustle and enjoy the serenity of the countryside. If you are think...

How many trees did you climb as a kid? Can you remember how much fun it was and what games you played in and around trees?With the urban sprawl and different lifestyles, I would guess that kids do...

With draught affecting much of Australia, gardens become an important topic.Watering gardens can be a significant use of household water and this is usually the first area of usage affected by wat...

There are many ways to save water, ranging from having short showers to using mulch on your garden. Yet it is sometimes the really little things you never think of that can add up and cut your wat...

We've always taken it for granted that farmers catch rain water in tanks and dams, but most Australians haven't used tanks in their homes. In fact, until recent years, many councils and laws actua...

In a drought prone country like Australia, we are often looking for rain for our farms, catchments and gardens. Sometimes, it isn't so much about saving water as making the best of water we natura...