Fencing protects children from drowning
As the weather warms up Victorians are reminded to check on their backyard pool and spa fences, ahead of new regulations that will be introduced by the Vic Government in 2019.
Category: Outdoor Living
Don’t take pool fences and gates for granted
The Australian Institute of Building Surveyors is urging home owners not to be complacent about familiar home surroundings this summer and have safety checks on structures in outdoor entertaining areas.
Bushfire protection with steel fencing
Whether you live, or are planning to build in a bushfire prone area, or simply want to increase the bushfire protection afforded to your home, COLORBOND® steel may help protect your property.
Lujo outdoor rugs add comfort, texture and style to alfresco spaces
Furniture design company Lujo has launched a collection of premium outdoor rugs to complement their expanding range of relaxation-inspired furniture.
Hoselink launches Solar Light range
Watering expert Hoselink has diversified to launch a brand new range of quality solar lights in one of the company’s biggest ever product launches.
Smoke from the barbie literally gets under your skin
We love our barbies in Australia, but you may not realise that all that charcoal smoke could be getting under your skin.
Hamptons inspired backyard
With the growing trend of outdoor living and alfresco entertaining, it’s no surprise that the Hamptons style is one of the biggest trends in 2018. With land sizes shrinking, acres of manicured lawns that we typically associate with Hamptons may not be possible, but homeowners…
Balinese villa garden
Australian’s have had a long love affair with the Island of the Gods and easy access with low cost airlines makes it more accessible than ever. Bali is renowned for its colourful culture and beautiful landscapes. The demand for quality private villas in popular holiday…
Japanese Zen garden
Australian’s tend to live busy lifestyles that can be stressful and the number of stressed Aussies has jumped by about a third to 4.9 million during the past decade, research by health fund Medibank reveals.
Backyards are potential farms in the making
Australia currently generates around 50 million tonnes of waste every year. Of this 7.6 million tonnes is food waste. With available areas for landfill slowly diminishing, the need to establish cost effective and sustainable alternatives to landfill is crucial. One low cost way is to…
Your hands-on guide for getting down and dirty
Fresh Autumnal weather provides ideal temperatures for working in the garden. On top of this, by putting in time and effort now, not only will it look neat and tidy throughout the winter months, you’ll have a head start for the main spring clean.
Students blossom at 2018 Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show
Swinburne students have won five awards including best creative use of space at the 2018 Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show (MIFGS).