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Better Health
Do you change your toothbrush every three months like you’re supposed to? Research commissioned by Colgate has shown 40% of Australians don’t – and that’s a problem because an old brush no longer does an efficient job. To help keep your teeth clean,
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Better Cooking
Waste less ingredients with the smart (and free!) app, Saveful. Select the ingredients you need to use and Saveful will find a recipe to suit. Brilliant! Visit saveful.com. With a crisp, juicy texture and sweet taste, Ambrosia apples will be your ne
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Local Heroes
SEEN ON BHG TV FRIDAYS 7.00 Join me as I show you around this very special garden on BHG TV, Friday, May 10 at 7pm on Channel 7. (Apologies, may be subject to change.) For more garden tips, go to BHG.COM.AU. Quirky, colourful grevillea flowers, swayi
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On The Light Wavelength
Join me as I show you how to create great spaces on BHG TV, Fridays at 7pm on Channel 7. (Apologies, may be subject to change.) For more DIY, go to bhg.com.au. With the long, cool nights upon us, having a cosy space to rug up and relax is a winter m
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Moon Guide
■ Best days ■ Second-best days On these days, thin out seed boxes, sow all types of seeds and plant seedlings that produce their crop above the ground. These include all varieties of peas, beans, corn, cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, Brussels sprou
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2024 Knit & Crochet Special
SEE, MAKE, LOVE! Casual meets chic in this cosy poncho, which features easy-knit textured bands. It will feel like you’re being wrapped up in a warm hug! The poncho is worked in Heirloom Merino Magic 10 ply, a soft spun 100% wool yarn, proudly made i
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Colin’s Kitchen
SEEN ON BHG TV FRIDAYS 7.00 Join me as I show you how to make delicious dishes on BHG TV, Fridays at 7pm on Channel 7. (Apologies, may be subject to change.) For more recipes, go to bhg.com.au. Preparation time 20 mins Cooking time 20 mins Serves 6
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Masthead
Editor Dora Papas Creative director Scott Cassidy Deputy editor Raffaela Pugliese Production editor Joseph Kenworthy Chief sub editor Lucie Clark Design director Monique Larracy Senior designer Carol Tang Decorating editor Dora Papas Garden editor Je
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Heaven On Sterth
SEEN ON BHG TV FRIDAYS 7.00 Romance can’t get any better than a 1.6ha cottage garden, hugging an old stone cottage, nestled in the unique Australian bush. Take inspiration from The Garden of St Erth, one of many run by The Diggers Club. The garden i
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Better Stockists
Adairs adairs.com.au Aveda adorebeauty.com.au Belinda Jeffrey Hair belindajeffreyhair.com Booktopia booktopia.com.au Bumble and bumble mecca.com.au Bunnings bunnings.com.au Cloud Nine cloudninehair.com.au Country Road countryroad.com.au De Lor
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Tips Are Tops!
SEEN ON BHG TV FRIDAYS 7.00 Do you love to rummage through council clean-up piles or visit your local tip or resource recovery centre for free or cheap materials to repurpose in your garden? You’re part of a trend for re-using, with imagination, what
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Golden Autumn
Start a revival and plant delightfully old-fashioned aster shrubs. In autumn, they produce masses of tiny daisies in pale lilac blue, mauve, purple, pink and deep reddish plum. Plant perky verbena to bring height to your beds, and cheeky rudbeckia to
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Stew-pendous Casseroles
Pair meltingly tender slow-roasted lamb shoulder with ‘colcannon’ Irish potato mash made with potatoes, greens, onion, butter and cream. Preparation time 20 mins Cooking time 2 hours 30 mins Serves 4-6 1/4 cup plain flour Sea-salt flakes and freshly
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Better Gardening
Inspired by nature, this tree trunk-like planter is sure to make an impression whether used inside or out. Made from solid teak, it’s 50cm high, 30cm wide, and is low maintenance. It also comes in medium and small. Satara Teak Planter, large, $196, s
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All The Trimmings
SEEN ON BHG TV FRIDAYS 7.00 Available in many styles, architrave trim hides gaps, prevents draughts and creates a smart finish for your windows. Old trim can become rotten over time, but replacing it is a fairly simple and fast solution that you can
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Laundry Reset
Laundries have evolved from unloved hidden spaces to rooms that blend style and functionality seamlessly. So wave goodbye to your uninspiring laundry and welcome in a new era with these ideas for creative cabinetry, distinctive colour schemes and tai
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Belle Of A Bath
Prepare to be immersed in a world of endless possibilities for your bathing retreat. Curated with you in mind, explore concepts that embrace creativity and a willingness to let go of the expected in order to transform your space into a sanctuary of s
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Eat Well
Preparation time 10 mins Cooking time 35 mins Serves 6 (as an occasional dessert) 3 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, sliced 2 Tbsp water 1 Tbsp caster sugar or granulated sugar substitute Pinch ground cinnamon 2 Tbsp raisins, roughly chopped 2
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Ever Green
Have you been devoted to a white or neutral palette for most of your life? Or maybe you’ve been seduced by the sophistication of a monochromatic black-andwhite scheme? They’re adored classics, but if you’re aching to explore something new that’s stil
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Tidy Tots
SEEN ON BHG TV FRIDAYS 7.00 When your bub becomes a toddler, they discover a world of adventure awaits and their personality starts to shine. Turn their bedroom into a space that’s inspirational, adaptable and able to pass the toddler-tough test. Opt
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Winter Welcome
From the food we create and eat to the excuses we make to cocoon at home where it’s warm and cosy, winter is a season all about known comforts. But that doesn’t mean it has to be idle. So in this issue, we’ve got a wealth of ideas to make the most of
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Better Finance
It’s coming up to tax time, here’s how to claim the deductions you deserve If you’re unaware of the work-related expenses you can claim, especially if you work from a home office or if you’re a worker in an industry who can claim for such items as cl
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Better Decorating
Towering shelves will max your display area while drawers are ideal to stash everyday items. Amalfi Reclaimed pine wood shelving Natural 90 x 40 x 190cm, isalbi.com.au. Add style, comfort and warmth to your bedroom with an upholstered bed frame and
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Better Pets
Fishing equipment (as well as dangerous marine life, such as pufferfish) can cause gastrointestinal injuries, obstructions and perforations, which can lead to costly vet bills! Pet Insurance Australia shares dog safety tips around fishing equipment a
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In Your Garden
In each issue we give ideas, tips and planting advice for cooler, warmer, wetter and drier areas in each zone, so ask at your local nursery which zone best matches your conditions. ALL ZONES Geranium, pansy, primula, salvia, statice, stock, verbena
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Forever Flowers
SEEN ON BHG TV FRIDAYS 7.00 A vase of fresh flowers brightens up a room, but only for a few days before they’re tossed out. For lasting flower arrangements, you can dry them as soon as you pick them and they’ll bring delight to drab spots for years t
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Better Books
(Allen & Unwin, $34.99) Karma is the definitive autobiography from music icon, Boy George, the Grammy, Brit and Ivor Novello award-winning lead singer of ’80s pop/reggae band, Culture Club. Karma reflects on his life as a kid growing up in ’60s Londo
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Open House
SEEN ON BHG TV FRIDAYS 7.00 Save your sanity – and the sofa cushions – with a fold-away cubby that fits over your dining table. Your kids will have a place for endless imaginary adventures in a snap, no backyard required, providing them with a house,
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Laundry Sos
Using too much detergent Laundry capsules  One of the biggest errors can be using too much laundry detergent. Overuse can create too many suds, which then trap soil, allowing it to redeposit on clothes. Try using less and note the results. One great
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Clarissa’s Cuisine
SEEN ON BHG TV FRIDAYS 7.00 Preparation time 25 mins Cooking time 15 mins Makes approx. 50 50 gow gee wrappers 1 Tbsp cornflour 2 tsp plain flour 400ml water 1 tsp white vinegar 3 Tbsp vegetable oil FILLING 500g pork mince 60g dried shiitake m
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