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QLD INTERVIEW: Phillip Dowler
Posted on October 2, 2009 | COMMENT (1)
As general manager of RACQ-CQ RESCUE, Phillip Dowler regularly answers the call to change out of a business suit into a flying suit and help with aero-medical and rescue missions. Around sunrise on February 12 last year, Central Queensland Helicopter Rescue Service’s Phillip Dowler received a phone call to hurry into work. Later that same day he found himself…
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Starting a rock garden
Posted on September 2, 2009 | COMMENTS (0)
A well-constructed rock garden is hard to achieve; it’s hard to make a rock garden not just a garden full of rocks. A good manmade rock garden contains rocks that are placed artfully to mimic the microclimates, drainage and other…
A well-constructed rock garden is hard to achieve; it’s hard to make a rock garden not just a garden full of rocks. A good manmade rock garden contains rocks that…
Keeping mosquitos away
Posted on September 2, 2009 | COMMENTS (0)
Love ‘em or hate ‘em, mosquitos are here to stay. If you want a comfortable place to hang out with your friends this summer, try and avoid using mosquito repellents with loads of harsh chemicals; there is always a greener…
Love ‘em or hate ‘em, mosquitos are here to stay. If you want a comfortable place to hang out with your friends this summer, try and avoid using mosquito repellents…
Give your home a beach-house feel
Posted on September 2, 2009 | COMMENTS (0)
Whether you live by the beach or just dream about ocean breezes and the
sound of waves crashing, you can enhance the natural beauty of your
home with crisp white, splashes of bold colour and sea-themed furniture
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Growing native Australian plants
Posted on September 2, 2009 | COMMENTS (0)
AUSTRALIA IS A VAST LAND MADE UP OF MANY PLANT SPECIES. From the dense rainforests of North Queensland to the rugged plains of the outback, there are many varieties of plants that have naturally evolved to make up the wide spectrum…
Spruce up your bathroom on a budget
Posted on September 2, 2009 | COMMENTS (0)
But the prospect of redoing your own bathroom on a budget can keep putting you off for ages. Don’t let your budget deter you from creating a personal sanctuary. If you have a lower budget, don’t try and rip…
But the prospect of redoing your own bathroom on a budget can keep putting you off for ages. Don’t let your budget deter you from creating a personal sanctuary.…
Get your bed ready for summer
Posted on September 2, 2009 | COMMENTS (0)
IT’S TIME FOR SPRING CLEANING AND WHETHER YOU DREAD THIS PROCESS OR FIND IT STRANGELY SATISFYING, IT'S GOT TO BE DONE, ESPECIALLY IF YOU'RE AN ALLERGY SUFFERER. If you suffer from asthma or allergies, Tontine might have something to help you. Its new range of Breathe Easy products feature allergy sensitive, washable pillows, quilts, mattress and pillow…
Personalise your wheelie bin
Posted on September 2, 2009 | COMMENT (1)
WheelieDesigns.com is helping Queensland gardens to become even more beautiful with some pretty and functional stickers that cover your wheelie bin. Created by two clever mums from Queensland, WheelieDesigns.com bin stickers are sure to change the face of Australian suburbs…
WheelieDesigns.com is helping Queensland gardens to become even more beautiful with some pretty and functional stickers that cover your wheelie bin. Created by two clever mums from Queensland, WheelieDesigns.com bin…
Reveal your gecko goss
Posted on August 31, 2009 | COMMENTS (0)
Are your household geckos helpful friends or harmful foes? Stowaway
Asian House Geckoes have been arriving in Australia by cargo ships from
exotic locations and theyre now settling into our homes, possibly
threatening our native gecko species. Queensland Museum scientists are calling on residents to become scientists in their own backyards to help them find out more about Asian House Gecko distribution in Australia through completing an…
Build your own bird house
Posted on August 10, 2009 | COMMENTS (0)
From lorikeets, parrots, peach faces and galahs, to charismatic kookaburras, there is an abundance of birds that frolic in the state’s natural bushland. Watching these birds play in your backyard is fun for the whole family, and after a few…
From lorikeets, parrots, peach faces and galahs, to charismatic kookaburras, there is an abundance of birds that frolic in the state’s natural bushland. Watching these birds play in your backyard…
How to clean your washing machine
Posted on June 8, 2011 | COMMENTS (2)
With every use of your washing machine, excess washing powder, grime from dirty clothes and lint begin to build up inside the machine. Giving the washing machine a regular clean can help keep the machine in working order and prolong the life of your washing machine.
Every couple of months, the following cleaning…
Keep your tiles clean
Posted on March 7, 2011 | COMMENT (1)
Tiles can lighten a room and are easy to clean should a glass of red wine or bowl of pasta happen to be spilt on them, but in the long term, keeping the grout white and the tiles shining can sometimes be a challenge. If you have a glazed tile, it is best to try cleaning with warm water and a soft cloth or mop to protect the glaze. When a more thorough clean…
Five uses for eucalyptus oil
Posted on January 7, 2011 | COMMENTS (2)
Eucalyptus oil was discovered by British surgeon John White when he arrived in Australia on the First Fleet in 1788. Since then it has been used to treat respiratory problems, to disinfect wounds, to provide relief from muscle pain and to heal topical skin infections but it also has some…
How to fold a fitted sheet
Posted on December 12, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
Many people who have tried to fold a fitted sheet can attest to what a fiddly task it can be. A fitted sheet can be neatly folded by ensuring that all of the elastic edges are neatly gathered together. Here is any easy technique to follow:
- Turn the
Handy window cleaning tips
Posted on March 4, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
Unless you are one of the lucky ones who has a home fitted with self-cleaning glass windows (yes, they really do exist), the thought of keeping them shiny and dirt-free can make even the most patient person cringe. Thankfully, there are a few things you can do to make the task a little easier and hopefully save you some time too. If possible, try to wipe off as…
Household uses for oats
Posted on November 8, 2010 | COMMENT (1)
With winter behind us, oatmeal and rolled oats are often put into storage, as steaming-hot porridge makes way for fresh summer fruit and light muesli. Instead of throwing oatmeal away, you could opt for some creative alternative uses, including household cleaning ideas and affordable wellbeing solutions.
Here are 5 alternative uses for oatmeal:
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Cleaning techniques for bathroom tiles
Posted on October 7, 2011 | COMMENTS (0)
The bathroom can be a haven for mould and germs, so ensuring bathroom tiles are properly cleaned is essential in keeping your home hygienic. Using the following cleaning techniques, as well as a little elbow grease, should ensure your bathroom stays in top condition.
- For soap scum, cover the entire area in laundry
A guide to cleaning your toaster
Posted on January 11, 2012 | COMMENTS (0)
Over time, your toaster will gather a collection of crumbs and grime, usually convening towards the bottom of the toaster’s tray, tucked away in hard-to-reach places. Regularly cleaning your toaster and shaking the crumbs from the tray will help to keep it in good condition, and save you from needing to tackle a tricky cleaning job.…
Uses for Epsom salts
Posted on February 4, 2011 | COMMENT (1)
When browsing the cosmetics counters at a department store, it is easy to get swept away by the beauty products in shiny boxes promising to help your tired legs feel younger, or your stressed body to relax. There are products that our mothers and grandmothers used, such as Epsom salts, that may not come with the flashy wrapping but still do the trick. Epsom salts are made…
How to get rid of fruit flies
Posted on February 4, 2011 | COMMENTS (2)
Human beings are not the only creatures who enjoy feasting on fresh summer fruits. The pesky fruit fly can often beat you to the fruit bowl leaving you with only ruined morsels to throw away. Fruit flies eat and breed in moist, organic materials…
