Sunday, May 27th, 2012

Home + Garden

Drape expectations

"People still want functionality but they also want decorative flair, and curtains, either on their own or in conjunction with blinds, cover all bases."
How to make the perfect bed

Ever wondered how to get that perfectly polished look that you see in bedding stores and magazines?
- The key to blissful bedrooms
Housekeeping is tough work

"The job of a homemaker is 20 per cent more physically demanding than that of a clerical worker."

WA's naughty cats bound for kitty prison

Rangers will use commonsense in seizing domestic felines that have been deemed to have committed an offence under Western Australia's new cat laws, Local Government Minister John Castrilli says.
May 25, 2012, 11:29 am
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Rain, rain won't go away if you're smart

With winter just around the corner, if you are considering a rainwater tank now is the time to prepare to start reaping the benefits.
May 21, 2012, 12:00 pm

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The key to blissful bedrooms

With winter fast approaching, there's nothing more luxurious than retreating to a beautiful, relaxing and comfortable bedroom.
May 21, 2012, 11:01 am

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How to make the perfect bed

Ever wondered how to get that perfectly polished look that you see in bedding stores and magazines?
May 21, 2012, 11:00 am

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Housekeeping is tough work

The job of a homemaker is 20 per cent more physically demanding than that of a clerical worker, according to a survey by the National Institute of Health and Nutrition and JF Oberlin University in Tokyo.
May 18, 2012, 8:33 am

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The art of techorating your home

Long, long ago - say, back in the 90s - style dictated hiding our bulky TV sets behind doors.
May 15, 2012, 6:56 am
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Drape expectations

"People still want functionality but they also want decorative flair, and curtains, either on their own or in conjunction with blinds, cover all bases."
May 14, 2012, 8:34 am

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Parliamentary history up for grabs

They have hung in Parliament House for more than half a century and soon they could adorn dining rooms across Perth.
May 11, 2012, 5:26 am

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Food the most popular way to Mum's heart

Taking mum out for lunch on Mother's Day remains the most popular way to show her you love her, new research shows.
May 8, 2012, 12:32 pm

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Is this WA's most sustainable street?

The Hulbert Street community is a small enclave of residents working together to spread the word about sustainability and leading by example.
April 29, 2012, 8:30 am

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10 steps to an eco-friendly home

We can all do our bit for the environment and, while it may seem difficult, there are many small changes you can make.
April 29, 2012, 8:00 am

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Makeover queen hits The Block

With a style she describes as dramatic, bold and theatrical, makeover queen Shaynna Blaze is the perfect fit as the newest judge on reality TV series The Block.
April 29, 2012, 8:00 am

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May deadline for efficiency boost

From May 1 it will be compulsory for every new home in WA to have a minimum energy-efficiency rating of 6 stars.
April 27, 2012, 6:55 am

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Singapore's special orchid for Aussie PM

Julia Gillard will join the ranks of Nelson Mandela, Princess Diana and singer Ricky Martin in having an orchid named after her in Singapore.
April 23, 2012, 7:38 am
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Dr Germ says toilets are cleaner than sinks

Most people think the toilet is the dirtiest spot in the home, but Professor Charles Gerba, who's known worldwide as Dr Germ, says this couldn't be further from the truth.
April 20, 2012, 7:06 am

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Rosy days for garden enthusiasts

Perth's biggest gardening show blooms into life today with more than 25,000 green thumbs expected at Perry Lakes Reserve for Garden Week 2012, which runs until Monday.
April 19, 2012, 5:57 am

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IKEA tunes in to TV, audio

Swedish flat-pack furniture giant IKEA has revealed it will make a foray into electronic entertainment goods, producing a line that integrates a television and audio system with a furniture unit.
April 18, 2012, 5:47 am
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Lego still an Aussie favourite

They were told it would never work here because Aussie kids liked to play outside, but this week Lego is celebrating its 50th anniversary since the iconic construction bricks were introduced in Australia.
April 16, 2012, 7:19 am

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Queen says yes to royal tea towel

The most popular of all royal souvenirs, a tea towel, will be added to the list of official merchandise released to mark the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.
April 16, 2012, 6:55 am

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Life lessons in open-air classrooms

There will be a green change on the horizon for four Perth schools in the coming months, with the Greenfingers team returning to screens with their next hands-on challenge - to build four sustainable outdoor classrooms.
April 13, 2012, 1:17 pm

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