Common item kills 4000 Aussies a year
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$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.
Tradie’s ‘epic’ Bunnings pub goes viral
Lockdown definitely has us Aussie dabbling into our creative sides, but this Sydney’s man makeshift pub has got everyone talking.
Mum’s $5k Macca’s spend saves $35k
The Victorian mum and her husband stumbled across an unusual eBay listing and didn’t hesitate to snap it up.
Tradie’s $3K Bunnings saving tip ‘blows up’
A couple transformed a cheap Kmart table using Bunnings items, sharing the tip that saved them $3,000 online where it’s getting attention.
$35 Bunnings product transforms table
A Brisbane couple spent just over $50 on something, which looks like it is out of a catalogue thanks to the use of one unlikely item.
Bunnings moment woman never expected
A Melbourne woman can’t believe the attention her $165 DIY project received after it got the Bunnings tick of approval.
‘I’m not telling them until they’re done’
A shocked family recorded the hilarious moment a group of builders turn up and re-landscape the wrong yard in a viral TikTok video.
Mum’s incredible Bunnings play kitchen
A mother-of-two has morphed both Bunnings and Kmart items to help create a ‘mud kitchen’ for her children — and they won’t leave it.
Woman’s $109 ‘grotty’ bathroom makeover
A Kmart shopper has completely transformed her aunty’s “grotty old bathroom” by using a bunch of accessories from the popular retailer.
Bunnings addict ‘shames tradies’ with reno
A self-described “Bunnings addict” has left fellow women stunned after she transformed her friend’s garage by watching YouTube clips.
$29 Kmart hack that looks ‘expensive’
Savvy Kmart shoppers have managed to give a popular item a whole new look and function, sharing their clever redesign on TikTok.
Bunnings mum’s $39 backyard solution
A Sydney mother-of-four has revealed how she saved hundreds of dollars transforming an old backyard item using just two Bunnings items.
Baffling find in garden stumps renovators
A couple’s “barely habitable” red brick cottage is unrecognisable after their DIY project. But they are still confused by a long buried find.
Mum shares insane dishwasher hack
The Perth woman has shared on TikTok her secret trick to getting cutlery sparkling clean with one very simple addition.
3 Bunnings items behind luxe makeover
A woman has managed to bring two old, dark bedside tables back to life using three Bunnings items, leaving thousands in awe of the fresh new look.
Kmart fans ‘cringe’ over toilet paper fix
A Kmart shopper has caused a stir over her toilet paper storage hack which some call a clever fix – can you see what the fuss is about?
Creepy find under floor freaks out internet
A woman who made a “scary” discovery in her home has freaked out the internet after sharing it on TikTok – but does it terrify you?
‘Crazy’ $9k saving on Bunnings home reno
After being quoted a whopping $10,000 to transform the front of her “outdated” brick home, this savvy first-home buyer did it herself for $1000.
Couple reno multi-million dollar rental
A Sydney couple have opened their wallets and pulled off a glamorous renovation of their harbourfront rental in just two weeks.
Bunnings’ new venture pays off
Bunnings has emerged as the nation’s top online retailer for 2020 after it new venture resulted in a surprising leap up the rankings.
Renter’s $40 Aldi solution to ‘horrid’ shower
A savvy NSW mum has proved a little can go a long way, using just two products to help transform her “disgusting” rental bathroom.
Mum’s $350 Bunnings clothesline solution
When mum-of-four Christine Johnstone’s Hills hoist broke, she decided to come up with her own fix using products from Bunnings.
Kmart mum’s unexpected $7 fridge hack
A mum’s simple Kmart hack has left hundreds of Facebook users gobsmacked, branding it the “best hack ever” when it comes to storage.
Woman’s ‘incredible’ $49 Bunnings hack
A woman has managed to give this 20-year-old coffee table a new lease on life, leaving Facebook users stunned by the end result.
Insane discovery under old carpet
A couple were shocked when they pulled an old carpet up during their home reno and found something unbelievable hiding underneath.
Going ‘full nerd’ key to your forever home dreams
Realising your home dreams can often mean thinking outside the square even when things aren’t turning out like you expect.
How to find your DIY mojo
Our interest in DIY projects has boomed by 800 per cent over the past year but the home office is now so passe. These are the new ‘it’ DIY trends.
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