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8 DIY Security Tricks

8 DIY security tricks

Protect your home from a break-in when you head off on holiday.
How To Choose The Right Adhesive For The Job

How to choose the right adhesive for the job

Always pick the right adhesive for the job with this DIY guide

20 unusual uses for workshop tools

Make your workshop tools work double duty with these 20 unusual uses for common DIY tools and materials.

Pool noodle hacks that will improve your life

Those colourful foam pool toys are useful all around the house and with a few tweaks, can be even MORE fun in the water. Check out these tips for using your noodles at home, in the garage, around ...
10 surprising ways to use sandpaper

10 surprising ways to use sandpaper

Most of us have some sandpaper stashed around our home. Bet you didn’t know you could be putting it to great use with these clever hacks!
How to make a DIY face mask

How to make a DIY face mask

Keep yourself and others safe and healthy by wearing this DIY face mask.

How to get the measure of any DIY job, big or small

Get any job done right first time, every time, with the complete range of Bosch DIY measuring tools.

20 incredible uses for cardboard tubes

Take a look at how handy cardboard tubes are. You'll never believe how many uses they have!
Zero waste uses for eggs, eggshells, and egg cartons

Zero waste uses for eggs, eggshells and egg cartons

The ultra-utilitarian egg is a kitchen staple, but it has several other surprising uses around the house.
20 cling wrap uses you probably didn’t know about

Cling wrap uses you probably didn’t know about

You can use it for more than just covering up leftovers.
16 tips for using your smartphone for DIY projects

16 tips for using your smartphone for DIY projects

Here are the surprising ways that your smartphone can be one of the best tools for DIYers no matter what you have planned.
35 home organising tips from the pros

35 home organising tips from the pros

These professional organising tips will help you clean up around the house and keep it looking neat and organised.

13 going green myths busted

The truth about when to turn off lights or use your air conditioner.

10 hilarious DIY jokes that will bring down the house

Sometimes the only way to make it through a reno is to laugh. These DIY jokes can help you see the lighter side of home improvement.
22 extraordinary uses for the junk in your garage

22 extraordinary uses for the junk in your garage

Find double duty for your recycling, sports gear, hardware and more while bringing organisation and order to your garage.
Home improvement hacks

Home improvement hacks you’ll wish you knew sooner

Sometimes those head-scratching home improvement moments turn into aha! ideas.

17 things you should never do at home during severe weather

When severe weather strikes, don’t make these dangerous mistakes. Our expert tips will keep you safe at home when you need it most!
The Price of Loyalty: Australians Are Losing Hundreds by Staying Loyal to Health Insurers

The Price of Loyalty: Australians Are Losing Hundreds by Staying Loyal to Health Insurers

Feel like you’re paying too much for your cover? If you’ve been paying more every year without being offered any extra value, there’s a good chance you could be.
17 hilarious DIY disasters you’ll be glad didn’t happen to you

17 hilarious DIY disasters you’ll be glad didn’t happen to you

It’s hard to nail down the 17 dumbest ones we’ve seen. Let’s face it: they’re all contenders. But here’s our best shot.
40 easy life hacks for organising your home

40 easy life hacks for organising your home

Simplify your life and make finding things effortless with these 40 easy life hacks for organising your home.
20 inexpensive ways to make your home look more expensive

20 inexpensive ways to make your home look more expensive

Whether you’re looking to fix up your home to put it on the market or just want to bring some fresh updates to your living space, you don’t have to spend a lot to get big results. Here are 20 ...
10 DIY car wash tricks and tips

10 DIY car wash tricks and tips

Here's how to get your car looking spick and span and keep it that way.
49 surprising things you had no idea you could do with Coca-Cola

49 surprising things you had no idea you could do with Coca-Cola

No, none of these handy hacks has anything to do with actually drinking it.
Bathroom Renovation: DIY or Tradie?

Bathroom Renovation: DIY or Tradie?

Be clear about your skills and know when to call in the professionals for a bathroom renovation
Heating For Every Home

Heating For Every Home

Warm up your home this chilly season with these effective solutions to heating challenges
3 Brilliant DIY Backyard Ideas for Kids

3 Brilliant DIY Backyard Ideas for Kids

Getting active in the garden is a great way to teach kids some handy skills - and keep them busy while you get on with your own DIY projects! Tim Graham, Yard and Garden Guru, has come up with ...
15 Smart DIY Fixes For Those Important Little Things

15 Smart DIY Fixes For Those Important Little Things

Make common DIY jobs easier with these tips from Handyman readers.

15 Handyman Readers Share Their Best Advice

Handyman readers have banded together to offer the best tips and tricks.
Easy And Delicious BBQ Menu Plan

Easy and delicious BBQ menu plan

Tired of making the same old thing on the barbie? Take inspiration from our easy BBQ menu plan.
Build A Poker Table

Build A Poker Table

For an authentic gaming experience, whether you’re playing Texas Hold ‘Em for toothpicks or Snap with the kids, build this card table.
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