Aussie’s insane $800 kitchen makeover
An Australian homeowner has revealed how she completely updated her kitchen for less than $800, stunning social media.
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Tradie swipes expensive item from fridge
A new mum was left “raging” after she discovered an expensive item she needed after having a baby had been swiped by her tradie.
Shattering end to man’s $1m ship reno
Chris Wilson bought a historic cruise ship on Craigslist and began a $1 million renovation before striking a major issue.
Twist after Good Samaritan tradie fined $12k
There’s been a shock development in the case of a tradie who was fined almost $12,000 by his council for filling in a dangerous hole near his home.
‘Struck gold’: Couple’s $50k renovation find
A couple were left stunned when they made a valuable discovery after lifting up the carpet during a home renovation.
Tradie fined $11k for filling in dangerous hole
A landscaper says he is being treated like a “murderer” by his council after he was slapped with an $11,500 fine for filling in a dangerous hole.
Frenzy over Kmart dupe of popular $140 item
A $29 Kmart item has sparked a frenzy, after shoppers pointed out it was the “absolutely perfect” stand-in for a more expensive product.
Aussie dream dying as new loans collapse
The dream of owning your own home has motivated millions to save over generations, but the latest data on new loans for first home buyers suggests many Aussies are giving up.
Abbie Chatfield’s epic home rant
The TV host has unleashed on one group of Aussies who she says “disturb her to her core”.
‘Tunnel girl’ forced to stop digging giant hole
“Tunnel girl” has gained millions of views, left her neighbours stunned and forced officials to step in after her insane underground project.
Shopper reveals ‘secret’ Bunnings policy
A Bunnings shopper is spreading the word about a “secret” policy that allows people to return dying and dead plants.
‘Total ban’: Huge call from Mitre 10
Four more companies have announced they will ban the potentially deadly engineered stone, following in the footsteps of Bunnings and Ikea.
Amazing hidden detail in everyday item
A father has taken to TikTok to reveal there was a hidden detail on an everyday item that he believed “builders wouldn’t even know”.
Neighbour’s court battle over common plant
A homeowner in a ritzy Sydney suburb has been ordered to remove a common backyard plant after a bitter legal dispute with her neighbour.
Recall issued on common item sold at Aldi
Aldi is urgently recalling a common item sold at its stores over fears it could cause death or serious injury.
‘Brilliant’ Bunnings bathroom hack praised
The woman took to Facebook to share how she transformed her bathroom for under $100 with just two products.
Wealthy Aussies at war over gross issue
Neighbours are fighting to stop a property developer couple from installing a pool in their next luxury development, issuing a grim warning.
Urgent safety warning for Bunnings product
A national recall has been issued for more than two million products sold at hardware stores due to fears they could seriously injure users.
Viral Kmart hack causes outrage
One woman’s easy Kmart hack has sparked outrage on social media, after she revealed her landlord refused to fix one crucial appliance.
Agent’s hilarious description for $50k home
A Victorian real estate agent has been praised for his very honest listing of a dilapidated home in regional Victoria with a seriously cheap price tag.
Ikea slashes prices on 700-plus products
Lovers of the iconic brand will be rushing to make the most of the plummeting prices before the items fly off the shelves.
Filthy area renters forget to clean
An Aussie cleaning expert has revealed the “neglected” areas tenants often forget to clean before moving out of a rental property.
‘I tried viral fruit fly hack and it worked’
My editor asked me to find a way to get rid of fruit flies that really worked, and here’s what I discovered.
I live inside a bin because it’s cheaper rent
A man has built a home in a skip to beat rising rental costs and crippling cost of living pressures. See inside.
‘Bloody good’: $65 DIY Kmart hack stuns
The DIY hack first emerged on social media in early 2022, but as March of the following year approaches, the DIY trick is still in full swing.
Woman’s ‘ultimate’ DIY Kmart hack
One impressive hack featuring a $199 children’s cubby house is being touted as the “ultimate” Kmart hack by the department store.
‘Hidden’ detail in Ikea furniture
A woman has revealed a little known secret about Ikea furniture when flipping a TV cabinet to give it a new lease on life.
Bunnings selling expensive item for $13
Bunnings has wowed shoppers with a DIY candle-making kit that retails for less than $25, just in time for Christmas.
‘Genius’: Woolies 20c Xmas hack stuns
A shopper has stunned her followers after revealing a “genius” Christmas hack using Woolworths shopping bags.
Common item kills 4000 Aussies a year
A deadly threat is lurking in one in three Australian homes, according to a new campaign from the Federal Government.
$29 Kmart dupe of luxury item stuns
Kmart fans are going wild for this bargain DIY dupe of a lavish piece of furniture that sells for up to $5000.
‘Incredible’: Kmart reno hack saves $2k
Australians are refusing to pay “ridiculous” furniture prices, instead transforming a budget Kmart item into a luxury coffee table.
Incredible way couple unlock mansion door
A couple has gone viral for the innovative ‘biohack’ modifications they have made to their house – and themselves.
‘Love it!’: Woman’s Kmart creation stuns
A Kmart item that went viral on TikTok has been hard to find, so one savvy woman took it upon herself to make her own version.
Suburb’s eye-watering new bin punishment
Residents of one Australian suburb face a truly gigantic fine if they make this one “rubbish” mistake with their waste bins.
Woman’s incredible $700 Bunnings reno
A woman’s DIY project of her front verandah has been labelled the “best transformation” after just four days of work and $700.
Aussie suburbs most desperate for tradies
As a popular tradie marketplace reaches 10 million home job requests, the most in-demand tradies and the suburbs who need them have been revealed.
Couple’s remarkable discovery inside safe
An American couple who bought an abandoned “hoarder home” in California have shared the unbelievable contents of a huge safe hidden in the house.
‘Genius’: $26 Kmart renovation wows
A thrifty mum has wowed with her “genius” renovation on her front steps using budget Kmart tiles.
Aussie’s genius solution to lettuce crisis
An Aussie TikTok user has shared a thoughtful hack for overcoming the east coast’s ongoing lettuce shortages.
Why you need to clean your kettle now
Social media users have been shocked at the results of this simple two-ingredient hack for cleaning the inside of their kettle.
Frenzy over Aldi’s new product launch
Thrifty shoppers have gone wild after Aldi announced the launch of an innovative new cost-saving way for customers to get their milk.
‘Genius’ Kmart bread bin hack goes viral
A woman’s “genius” Kmart hack has gone viral, after she found an unusual use for two $19 bread bins from the retailer.
Bunnings shopper’s insane $26 marble table
A Queensland woman has left Instagram users with their “minds blown” after she revealed how she created a “marble” table for just $26.
Mum’s unlikely $16 Bunnings table hack
A Perth woman has transformed a cheap, second-hand coffee table using a “surprise” $16 product from the popular hardware store.
Woman’s $150 Bunnings hutch makeover
A QLD woman who refused to throw out her 20-year-old dining hutch gave it “stunning” new look, saving herself hundreds of dollars.
‘Be careful’: Warning over $10 Kmart craze
The department store has launched a discounted version of a popular craft item – but it’s prompted some shoppers to voice their concerns.
Bunnings shopper’s $10 house transformation
A mother-of-three has left thousands of online users in shock after she revealed how she gave her house a completely new look using a $10 Bunnings item.
‘Almost died’: Kmart’s warning over $29 item
The retailer said it was “disappointed” to learn customers were “misusing” the product — after a dangerous trend sparked mass demand for it.
$10 Kmart dishwasher hack that’s ‘genius’
If you’ve ever wished you had just one more tray in your dishwasher then you might be excited to try out this trick from a clever Kmart shopper.
$14 ‘miracle’ Bunnings cleaner earns applause
Getting rid of bathroom grime can be one of the toughest jobs – but shoppers have found a budget solution and the photos are impressive.
Kmart selling $5 version of expensive item
A discounted DIY version of a popular party product that costs hundreds of dollars to buy assembled is being praised online.
Cheap, simple tricks to update your home
‘Upcycling’ and ‘gran-millennial style’ can help you transform your home easily and cheaply.
$22 Bunnings kitchen hack goes viral
If you have unwanted pasta jars laying around, this affordable hack may come in handy, with the mum’s video already viewed 2.7 million times.
Unusual way mum gets kids to wash hands
The woman has gone viral for revealing the quirky way she gets her kids to wash — but not everyone is convinced by her method.
Dad’s $37k secret underground backyard pub
Determined to build his dream man cave without sacrificing his back lawn, this dad created a hidden gem underneath his shed.
Secret to peaceful multi-generational living
Multi-generational living is now peaking, so how do you design a home for both young kids and grandparents?
Mum’s $19 Kmart table hack shocks
A savvy mum who refused to pay $5000 for a dining table has revealed how she made her own using affordable items from Kmart and Bunnings.
Woman’s incredible $12 sofa transformation
A thrifty shopper has revealed how she updated her old leather couch with an unlikely $12 buy from Kmart.
‘Disgusting’ reason your hair is greasy
A video of just how dirty your hairbrush might be has gone viral on TikTok, with one woman sharing the “disgusting” outcome after she cleaned hers.
Cleaner’s shocking video of filthy mattress
A professional cleaner has shared why you should always vacuum your mattress, after she uncovered the filth that can lurk beneath.
Viral Kmart hack for under $10
Melbourne-based cake maker Tigga Maccormack sent TikTok into a spin after discovering a way to make a $10 cake stand with Kmart items.
Growing the perfect lawn is easier than you think
Is there anything better than a bowling green lawn that the family loves to play on and makes the neighbours jealous?
‘Unreal’ Bunnings table transformation
A Queensland mum has revealed how she “saved thousands” on her designer-look dining table by spending just $250 at Bunnings.
Easy trick to clean air fryer goes viral
Anyone who owns an air fryer understands how frustrating they can be to clean, which is why this TikTok user’s “quick and easy” hack has gone viral.
Mum’s unusual use for Woolies 20c bag
One savvy shopper has shared the “genius” second use she has come up with for the bags she receives with her click and collect orders.
Strange home furniture trend Bunnings created
They are easy to use, easy to paint and easier to glue together than you might imagine and they are making a big name for themselves.
Homeowner saves $150 with Kmart hack
A woman on the hunt for a Hamptons style mirror has managed to save herself a heap of money after creating her own using a $40 Kmart item.
$39 Kmart item shoppers are transforming
Shoppers are bombarding social media with their “incredible” hacks of one particular Kmart item.
Mum’s $6 fix for annoying bed problem
An Aussie mum known for her clever home hacks has revealed the Woolies item behind fixing a common problem with bed sheets.
$7 Bunnings item saves woman $400
When a Brisbane woman fell in love with an artwork, but couldn’t afford the $400-plus price tag, she decided to DIY it.
Mum shocks with ‘stunning’ Kmart hack
At first, the Perth mum wasn’t convinced by her own hack, but once she completed it, she, like thousands of others were in awe.
Why flooding your laundry is a good idea
The laundry is the part of the home where you have to try something different.
Tradie mum’s crazy Kmart hack shocks
A Melbourne mum has put her great tradie skills to the test, after upcycling two toy kitchens and adding an “awesome” surprise feature.
Bunnings $1 hack goes viral on TikTok
A woman who has a spin mop sold at Woolies, has shared a clever hack when it comes to separating the dirty and clean water.
Woman’s $78 Kmart hack ‘perfect for renters’
A Sydney woman has clocked thousands of likes over her affordable bedroom hack that requires no tools whatsoever.
Woman’s 30-minute Bunnings hack goes viral
A Melbourne woman, together with her tradie boyfriend, have had their simple Bunnings hack go viral moments after sharing it on TikTok.
Shopper’s next-level act with Coles bags
One woman has shared the elaborate cleaning routine she has for her supermarket bags – and it’s prompted a very mixed reaction.
Mum saves $4k with Bunnings fix
A mum with her heart set on an expensive living room piece decided she couldn’t justify its price – so she bought a cheap one and transformed it.
Mum’s insane Kmart cubby makeover
Could this possibly be the best cubby house hack ever? A mother-of-three has been praised online for creating the ultimate play cafe for her kids.
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