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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.
15 DIY Projects You Can Do This Long Weekend

15 DIY Projects You Can Do Over A Long Weekend

Looking to dedicate time to DIY?
5 Extraordinary Uses For Paper Bags

5 Extraordinary Uses For Paper Bags

Here are five extraordinary ways you can reuse paper bags around the home and garden.
5 Extraordinary Uses For Clothes Pegs

5 Extraordinary Uses For Clothes Pegs

Here are five tips the humble clothes peg excels at that doesn't involve securing clothes.
DIY Grass Stools

DIY Grass Stools

Artificial turf has come a long way since its debut in the 1970s. Not only did it look unrealistic, but it also had a habit of causing friction burns if anyone came into contact with it.
5 Step Backyard Makeover

5 Step Backyard Makeover

Create the perfect backyard using timber decking, bright, bold colours and casual outdoor furniture.
A Quick Guide To Growing Asian Greens

A Quick Guide To Growing Asian Greens

Create a stir with homegrown leafy vegies full of exotic flavour.
Make A Succulent Ball

Make A Succulent Ball

Christmas guests will be amazed when they see this beautiful succulent ball suspended from a tree or pergola, or taking centrestage in a courtyard.
5 Extraordinary Uses For Paintbrushes

5 Extraordinary Uses For Paintbrushes

Get the most out of your paintbrushes by using them in these unexpected ways.
Ceiling refresh

Stuck Indoors? Refresh Your Ceiling With This Bold, Clean Look

Spruce up the largest surface in the room by repainting and adding new downlights and fans.
10 Tips For Moving Heavy Furniture

10 Tips For Moving Heavy Furniture

Move heavy items like a pro so you don’t damage them, yourself or your home.
5 easy steps to a new windowpane

5 easy steps to a new windowpane

Follow our handy guide to replacing an old window frame for safety and aesthetic reasons.
How to use a caulking gun

Smart sealing: 3 steps to mastering your caulking gun

Caulking guns are used to apply a variety of sealants and adhesives from cartridges.
Spraying glass jar label residue with Selleys RP7

How to remove label residue from glass jars

Try this handy trick to get rid of the sticky label residue on glass jars and bottles
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