TURNING 50 ACRES OF SCRUBLAND INTO AN ORGANIC VEGE FARM   Our readers take pride in their gardening creations and are always looking out for a great tip, a wise word or some insights into growing and designing a satisfying outdoor environment. In July this year, amidst Australia’s acute #SupportAussieFarmers drought awareness, one NSW organic […]

  Pave the way with colour   Your garden presents a wonderful opportunity to merge gardening skills with artistic expressions. You have so many colours, scents and textures to choose from and arrange. Create eye-catching points of interest, using inspiring paving ideas like this one to weave a unique style through your extended living environment. […]

Top 5 firewood Tips There’s nothing like a bright burning fireplace to warm the cockles of your heart and make winter the cosy inviting season we love to enjoy! Here are a few facts and tips you may find useful to get the best from your family hearth: START WITH DRY WOOD! It should maybe […]

WOOD IF YOU COULD Here come the cooler seasons! For lots of us they bring the much-awaited chance to curl up and relax in front of a warming fireplace – preferably with a glass of wine or a hot cup of cocoa and someone you love. Fire has a primal, comforting feeling that goes back […]

  7 Steps – Preparing for Turf Spring is here and it’s a great time to think turf. So here’s a quick get-to-it guide to ensure your substrata soil is right and ready to overlay with lovely soft new grass. CLEAR the WAY First up, get rid of any existing lawn or weeds in the [...]