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FEBRUARY!CONTENTS
80
52
come inside
everyday dishes: Smoky eggplant
pasta + lamb koftas with tzatziki
30 Delicious cheap eats
52, 64, 72!!Garden smarter Living walls
120
of privacy; Steps to a strawb
tower; Blooms between pavers
80 Cost-saving tips for a
year-round coastal look
86 Curated décor Mirror makeover
88 Chic storage you’ll love
for every room
96 Genius upcycling Retro
cabinet remodel
104 Super-savvy style Design a
timeless bespoke kitchen on
a dime
112 Double-duty ottoman
126 DIY home projects to make
back to school easy
147 Puzzle special Stay sharp as a tool
FOOD
12 Meet our new chef Get to
know Colin Fassnidge!
14 Colin’s kitchen Roll up kebab
wraps and smoke out a vegie pasta
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18 Cooking with Karen Get
cracking on a fuss-free frittata
20 Fresh start From sticky chicken
wings to one-pan prawns,
cook up vibrant, scrummy
summer dinners – yum!
29 Eat well Designed for foodies
with diabetes, this recipe is so
tasty the whole fam will love it!
30 Pocket-friendly favourites
Serve up dazzling dinners and
sweet treats for next to nix
40 Muffin magic! Ace your sweet
or savoury muffin base, then
add in your fave flavours
45 Better cooking
GARDENING
46 Pub grub in a tub! Steal design
52
58
64
68
concepts from this kitchen and
ornamental country pub garden
Screen saver Grow a natural green
screen – it’s affordable and attractive!
Some like it hot! Pot up
colourful, heat-loving blooms
Strawberry sensation! Plant, grow
and eat your own sweet strawberries
Small wall, big stunner Tidy up
your yard with a retaining wall
Cover photography Con Poulos; styling Jaimee Curdie
ON THE COVER
12, 14 Plus meet our TV chef Colin
Fassnidge Cooking up fantastic
40
104
72 Beauty between bricks Pull
100 Bench to impress Build a
76 In your garden
78 Better gardening
79 Moon guide
104 Smart cookie! Upgrade your
up pavers and put in fab flowers
snazzy hallway bench seat
kitchen for less with upcycled
furniture and clever carpentry
DECORATING & CRAFT
80 Sea breeze living Tune
into cool coastal style for
year-round holiday vibes
86 Upon reflection Transform plain
mirrors into unique homewares
88 Order + harmony Curb clutter
with smart, simple storage ideas
112 Pulling double duty Turn a
timber table into an ottoman
BETTER YOU
134 Masked beauty Get your glow
on with marvellous masks
138 Put your feet up Top tips
to take care of your tootsies
142 Better health
SPECIAL FEATURES
144 Vibrant vision How The Smith
120 Better decorating
122 Thrifty chic Get crafty with nifty,
Family is helping kids and teens
achieve their learning dreams
147 Holiday puzzles Test
your brainpower with
crosswords, word searches,
sudoku, history quizzes...
126 School’s in! Flatpack your way
REGULAR FEATURES
114 The magic of tile craft
Use terrific tiles to update a
bookcase, mirror and more...
wallet-friendly décor makes
to a functional hallway organiser
DIY & BUILDING
96 Retro revival Bring character
to your interiors by restoring a
mid-century modern sideboard
11 Editor’s letter
132 Better finance
164 Better books
175 Better stockists
176 Privacy policy
178 Better pets
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FOOD
14 Colin Fassnidge Lamb koftas and
pita bread; Smoky eggplant pasta
18 Karen Martini Roast pumpkin,
ricotta and herb frittata
GARDENING
46 Be inspired by a country
46
14
pub/hotel in Victoria with a
pretty and productive kitchen
and ornamental garden
64 Grow your own sweet-as
strawberries in a terrific planter
tower topped with blooms
68 Build a timber retaining wall and
built-in bench seat to tidy up your
yard, then sit back and enjoy it!
72 Transform a humdrum courtyard
into an inviting outdoor space
by pulling up brick pavers and
putting in flowers and foliage
DIY & BUILDING
104 Create an affordable and amazing
new-look kitchen with upcycled
furniture and clever carpentry
DECORATING & CRAFT
104 Convert an old dresser into
a portable breakfast bar
112 Use your fave fabric and craft
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table into a chic ottoman
126 Get ready for the school year with
DIY entryway storage that has
space for bags, shoes and more...
64
WELCOME
BACK BHG TV
Photography Seven Network. Lamb koftas photography Con Poulos;
styling Jaimee Curdie; food preparation Kathy Knudsen
Roll camera, roll sound, rolling. Stand by for the
best-ever DIYs and dishes on BHG TV in 2024
G
et ready for television’s big event. Mark February 2 on your
calendar when you can thank your flat-screen it’s Friday
because BHG TV returns. The all-star team will keep you
entertained with ideas, inspiration and know-how on everything
from decorating, DIY and gardening, to pets. And in the cooking
quarters, we’re thrilled to have our new food presenter join us,
celebrity chef Colin Fassnidge. Warning: this year’s show will
definitely make you want to redo your indoor and outdoor spaces,
and be on kitchen duty seven days a week. That’s a wrap! Be!er
Homes and Gardens is on Channel 7 on Fridays from 7pm.
This year’s BHG TV will be
raising the roof with top remodels,
makes and cooking inspiration!
TOP, FROM LEFT The Be!er Homes and Gardens TV squad
is back on Friday nights, and includes: Peter Colquhoun,
new celebrity chef presenter Colin Fassnidge, Charlie
Albone, Juliet Love, host Johanna Griggs, Graham Ross,
Adam Dovile, Melissa King and Dr Harry Cooper.
ABOVE Colin’s Lamb ko!as, see recipe on page 16.
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EDITOR’S!LETTER
Hello, my friends!
T
The old saying of doing more with less teases out the possibilities
of repairing, reviving and remaking our spaces. Ready to thrift?
he summer break has not
only been a time for fun
parties and recharging, it’s
also been a period of reflection. A!er
the busy and expensive holiday
season, it’s time to reset your budget
with a spending detox. But scrimping
doesn’t mean pu"ing off all those
projects on your 2024 to-do list.
See our savvy ideas for ge"ing
the coastal look on a budget so you
can keep basking in the holiday vibe
(page 80). If funds are too tight for a
makeover, try your hand at DIY décor
(from page 86). And, in the spirit of
sustainability, use thri!ed finds to fit
out your kitchen with bespoke style
(page 104). In this issue, we’re also
exploring the restorative potential
of your garden as a place for peace,
play and revelry (from page 46).
BHG’s new TV chef presenter,
Colin Fassnidge, couldn’t have
started in our kitchen at a be"er
time. His high-flavour, no-nonsense,
family-friendly recipes (page 14) will
get you through a financial fast with
a Cheshire Cat’s grin. You can meet
this mealtime marvel on page 12.
You’ll find more yummy cheap eats
on page 30. Plus, a slew of sizzling
summer dinners are also on the menu
this month (page 20).
Here’s to the thrill of
thri! and creative
courage. Enjoy!
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Photography Future Publishing
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Q&A!WITH!COLIN
MEET OUR
BHG’s new TV food presenter, Colin Fassnidge, is culinary royalty with a common
touch – and his no-nonsense recipes are just what every home cook is craving
Q At what age did you realise your
true north was a career in cooking?
A At seven or eight. But I also wanted
to be a rock star or a zoo keeper. I play
drums, I wanted to be like Larry Mullen
of U2. My mum was a great cook and
my dad would cook twice a week – but
male cooks were frowned upon. It was
a bit like the Billy Elliot story back then.
But then I went to work for the best in
the world – and look at me now!
Q You were trained by the legendary
Raymond Blanc in Oxford, then came
to Australia in 1999 for a holiday.
What made you stay here?
A I knew a Kiwi chef, Justin North, we
worked together for Raymond Blanc,
then we both came to Australia. Within
two days, I was working at a Sydney
restaurant called Wine Banc. I also
loved Australia… there’s a lifestyle here.
Q What drew you to BHG?
A It’s a different style of presenting
compared to my other beats, which
can be a bit raucous. I’m drawn to the
family-friendly feel of BHG. I’m a family
man and I think that’s what I’m bringing
to the show. There’ll be no swearing!
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Q What has had the biggest influence
on your approach in the kitchen?
A My kids. I used to be an angry chef,
under a lot of pressure. And then I had
kids. It makes you think about what
you’re pu!ing into their bodies. Your
cooking changes with that.
Q Are you the chief cook at home?
A I am. I cook every night when I’m not
travelling. I’m 50 now. I’m commi!ed to
spending my nights with my family.
Q Secret to cooking a great dish?
A Practise. You’ve also got to taste your
food. If you’re cooking something you
love, you should put effort into it.
Q You’ve long been a champion of
‘nose-to-tail’ eating. How can we all
reduce waste in the kitchen?
A Be mindful when you shop for the
week. If you buy a whole chicken, and
have le#overs, you can make soup, you
can make a broth. Think of more than
one dish you can make.
Q Do you have a hunch of what home
cooks will be food-prepping in 2024?
A My chicken bread! It started as an
experiment with le#over sourdough.
I added oil and herbs to it and used it
as a trivet for a whole chicken. It sinks
into the loaf, and the chicken juices are
absorbed by the bread.
Q A few years ago, you had a health
scare. Has that influenced your
recipe writing?
A I used to eat just meat. I eat more
vegetables now – but it’s not just boring
veg, it’s my style of veg, which I’ll be
sharing in my BHG recipes. I eat a
more Mediterranean-style diet these
days, and I try not to eat late at night.
I still cook with bu!er sometimes…
everything in moderation.
Q Do you have a guilty pleasure?
A Cheese... with bread, and fresh
fennel. And, because of the way
I was brought up, a bit of pickle.
Q What’s your favourite Aussie dish?
A Barbecue. And sausage roll – my
style with pork mince, a bit of belly fat,
onion, garlic, herbs, caramelised apple,
smoked pance!a and smoked paprika.
Q What cuisines really excite you?
A Asian cuisine. Most chefs with a
European background love to go and
have Asian food, something that gives
us a smack in the mouth… foods that
other people are be!er at cooking.
Q Describe your dream kitchen.
A It’s ge!ing finished, as we speak.
When I was in Manjimup, WA, last
year, I bought a tree at an auction.
I cut a slab out of it, got it treated and
polished. That slab is going down the
middle of my kitchen for the bench.
Q You’ve dished out for various
charities, including OzHarvest. What
fuels you to do non-profit work?
A It came from Dad. He always said, if
you’re doing well, help someone who’s
not. Back home, I started up a soup
kitchen. I guess I’m trying to balance
the scales – I’ve still got a bit to go!
Photography Seven Network; interview Raffaela Pugliese
H
e’s a celebrated and charitable
chef with an inherent love of
good produce, a popular TV
personality, and an acclaimed food
author. Irish-born Colin Fassnidge
cooks with heart for family and friends
(as well as strangers!), so we couldn’t
think of anyone with be!er cooking
chops to join BHG as our new TV food
presenter. Let’s get to know him.
It’s a huge
honour to be part
of the BHG family.
I’ve known it since
I landed in Australia.
It’s big shoes to fill.
Everyone loved Ed.
But I’m really looking
forward to cooking
for everyone
EVERYDAY!CHEF
COLIN’S
KITCHEN
Create spicy homemade
Middle Eastern kebab
wraps, and smoke out
a tasty vegie pasta!
LAMB KOFTAS
AND PITA BREAD
Load up on flavour with a
spot-on spice mix for the
lamb, then pair with
fresh tzatziki to serve.
Recipe on page 16
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SMOKY
EGGPLANT PASTA
Get grilling and transform
eggplant into the star of this
delish pasta. Good-for-you
greens and herbs make this
vego delight an easy, hearty
midweek dinner option!
Recipe on page 16
colin fassnidge
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EVERYDAY!CHEF
Preparation time 40 mins
Cooking time 20 mins
Serves 6
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus
extra 1/4 cup
2 small brown onions, diced
6 cloves garlic, chopped
Sea-salt flakes and freshly ground
black pepper, to season
500g lamb mince
200g dried breadcrumbs
2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp cayenne pepper
2 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp smoked paprika
1 bunch mint, leaves picked,
chopped roughly
Small pita bread, warmed, to serve
TZATZIKI SAUCE
300ml Greek full-fat yoghurt
1 bunch mint, leaves picked,
finely chopped
Juice and finely grated zest of 1 lemon
MACERATED CUCUMBER
1 Lebanese cucumber, cut lengthways
in 4-6 strips
Juice and finely grated zest of 1 lemon
STEP 1 Heat oil in a large frying pan on
medium heat. Cook onion and garlic for
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SMOKY!
EGGPLANT!
PASTA
Preparation time 40 mins
Cooking time 25 mins (stovetop) or
55 mins (oven)
Serves 6
2 large eggplants
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus extra
2 Tbsp (if oven baking)
1 brown onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, chopped
2 bay leaves
4 sprigs thyme
500g orecchie&e
6 chard leaves and stalks, leaves
roughly chopped, stalks finely
chopped
2 green onions, finely sliced
Juice and finely grated zest of
2 lemons
Sea-salt flakes and freshly ground
black pepper, to season
Parmesan, to serve
STEP 1 For gas stovetop, preheat a large
burner on high. Put eggplants directly
on flame and cook for 10-15 minutes,
turning until evenly charred. Transfer
eggplants to a bowl, cover with plastic
wrap. Stand for 10 minutes. Peel,
remove skin and roughly chop flesh.
STEP 2 For oven (if not using gas
stovetop), preheat oven to 180°C
fan-forced (200°C conventional). Halve
eggplants; score flesh in a zigzag pa%ern.
Put on a baking tray, flesh side up, drizzle
with extra 2 tablespoons of the oil. Roast
for 45 minutes or until so!. Transfer
eggplants to a bowl, cover with plastic
wrap. Stand for 10 minutes. Peel,
remove skin and roughly chop flesh.
STEP 3 In a large frying pan on medium
heat, cook oil, onion and garlic for
5 minutes until so!. Add herbs and
chopped eggplant.
STEP 4 Reduce heat to low, break up
eggplant using back of a wooden spoon
until consistency is a so!, rough puree.
STEP 5 Meanwhile, in a large saucepan
of boiling salted water, cook orecchie%e
(pasta) following packet instructions.
STEP 6 Add chard and green onion to
eggplant mixture, increase heat to high,
cook for 2-4 minutes until so!ened.
STEP 7 Add cooked pasta to eggplant
mixture, adding a ladle of pasta cooking
water to loosen. Toss and shake the pan
to emulsify the pasta and sauce. Add
lemon zest and juice. Season. Serve
with finely grated parmesan.
Photography Con Poulos; styling Jaimee Curdie; food preparation Kathy Knudsen
LAMB!KOFTAS!
AND!PITA!BREAD
3-4 minutes, stirring, until so!. Transfer
to a bowl, set aside in the fridge to cool.
STEP 2 For Tzatziki, in a small bowl,
combine all ingredients. Season.
STEP 3 For Cucumber, in a small bowl,
combine all ingredients. Season.
STEP 4 In a large bowl, combine mince,
breadcrumbs, Dijon, spices, mint and
chilled onion mixture. Season and stir
until well combined (use your hands to
combine if you wish).
STEP 5 Divide mixture into 80g balls
(approx. 1/3 cup). Using slightly damp
hands, shape each ball into a sausage
shape approx. 10cm long.
STEP 6 Heat extra oil in a large frying
pan on medium heat. Cook ko!as in
two batches, if needed, for 6-8 minutes,
turning occasionally until cooked
through.
STEP 7 Serve ko!as on warmed pitas
topped with cucumber and drizzled
with tzatziki sauce.
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COOKING
WITH KAREN
Put a fresh summer spin on a fuss-free vegie-filled fri!ata!
Preparation time 15 mins plus standing
Cooking time 1 hour 20 mins
Serves 6
800g Kent pumpkin, peeled
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus
extra 1 Tbsp
12 free-range eggs, at room
temperature
150ml full-cream milk
1/4 cup each dill fronds, chopped flatleaf parsley, finely chopped chives
Freshly ground black pepper
1 cup frozen peas, blanched in boiling
water, cooled
250g firm rico%a
2 Tbsp pepitas
Mixed green salad, to serve
STEP 1 Preheat oven to 180°C
fan-forced (200°C conventional).
STEP 2 Cut peeled pumpkin into 3cm
chunks. Toss lightly in oil and spread on a
lined baking tray. Bake for 30-35 minutes
until tender. Remove; cool completely.
STEP 3 Whisk eggs in a large bowl,
then whisk in milk. Gently stir in half
of the herbs and pumpkin. Season
with pepper.
STEP 4 Heat extra oil in a 26-28cm
ovenproof frypan on medium heat.
Pour egg and pumpkin mixture into pan.
Sca!er over peas, crumble chunks of
rico!a evenly and add remaining herbs.
Sprinkle with pepitas.
STEP 5 When sides of fri!ata start to
bubble, remove from stovetop. Bake in
oven for 30-35 minutes or until cooked
(it should be a set custard consistency).
STEP 6 Remove from oven and allow to
sit for 30 minutes to an hour, it will set
and shrink away from sides making it
easy to slide out of pan.
STEP 7 Serve with a
mixed green salad.
Satisfying yet lovely and
light, this versatile
all-rounder is a taste
sensation with the
fragrant mix of herbs
and roasted pumpkin.
Sprinkle on pepitas to
give it a nice crunch!
Photography Con Poulos; styling Jaimee Curdie;
food preparation Kathy Knudsen
ROAST!PUMPKIN"!RICOTTA!
AND!HERB!FRITTATA
SEEN!ON!BHG!TV
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KAREN MARTINI
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make delicious dishes on BHG TV,
Fridays at 7pm on Channel 7.
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FRESH
S TA R T
Add vibrant colour
and flavour to your
summer dinners
SPICED CHICKEN SKEWERS
WITH HERB CAULIFLOWER RICE
Glam up cauliflower with a fragrant herb spin
and serve it with spiced-up chook-on-a-stick,
homemade hummus and a simple, zippy pickled
onion – it’s a tastebud-tingling midweek winner!
Recipe on page 26
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STICKY CHICKEN WINGS
WITH TANGY SLAW
Pair lip-smacking wings with a bright and
scrummy slaw full of delicious crunch.
This summertime dinner guarantees
empty plates every single time!
Recipe on page 26
EASY!MEALS
SPAGHETTI WITH
RICOTTA, PORK AND
ZUCCHINI MEATBALLS
Put a vegie-packed spin on classic
spaghe!i and meatballs with
spiralised zucchini, juicy tomatoes
and fam-fave spaghe!ini.
Recipe on page 26
ONE-PAN PRAWNS WITH
SPICY SAUCE AND
PINEAPPLE SALSA
Less washing up, more flavour!
Grab only one pan to make this
moreish main and have it on the
table in no time. Enjoy mopping up
the sauce with crusty bread – yum!
Recipe on page 28
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EASY!MEALS
WALNUT AND
ROCKET PESTO PASTA
Whip up your own pesto in a flash for
an easy-breezy, delish dinner.
If you don’t have any walnuts,
simply substitute them for
blanched almonds instead.
Recipe on page 28
SPICED BARRAMUNDI TACOS
WITH TOMATO SALSA
Taco Tuesday just got fancy! Elevate your
regular tacos with Cajun-spiced baked fish,
then DIY a creamy avocado dressing and
drizzle on as much as you like!
Recipe on page 28
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EASY!MEALS
SPICED!
CHICKEN!
SKEWERS!
WITH!HERB!
CAULIFLOWER!
RICE
Preparation time 40 mins
Cooking time 15 mins
Serves 4
600g chicken thighs, cut into
3cm chunks
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 Tbsp shawarma spice
1 large cauliflower, cut into florets
1/2 bunch each of flat-leaf parsley
and mint, chopped, plus extra
whole leaves
Sea-salt flakes and freshly ground
black pepper, to season
400g can chickpeas, drained
and rinsed
2 tsp tahini
2 Tbsp lemon juice, plus wedges,
to serve
2 cloves garlic
1/3 cup Greek yoghurt
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 Tbsp sugar
1/4 cup water
1 large red onion, cut into thin rings
STEP 1 Combine chicken, 2 tablespoons
of the oil and shawarma spice in a large
bowl and toss to coat. Set aside for 20
minutes if time permits. Thread chicken
onto 8 metal skewers. Put on a plate,
refrigerate, covered, until needed.
STEP 2 Add cauliflower to food
processor and pulse until it has the
consistency of rice. Heat remaining
oil in a large frypan and fry cauliflower
for 3 minutes, stirring until moisture
has evaporated. Reserve 1 cup of
cauliflower for hummus and transfer
remaining to a large bowl.
STEP 3 Add flat-leaf parsley and mint
to cauliflower rice in bowl and mix well.
Season.
STEP 4 To make hummus, add
reserved cauliflower, chickpeas,
tahini, lemon juice, garlic and yoghurt
to a food processor and process until
combined. Season.
STEP 5 In a small bowl, combine vinegar,
sugar and water until dissolved. Add
onion. Set aside to pickle for 10 minutes.
STEP 6 Heat large chargrill pan on high.
Cook skewers for 12 minutes, turning, or
until cooked through. Serve chicken
with cauliflower rice, hummus, pickled
onion, extra herbs and lemon wedges.
STICKY!CHICKEN!
WINGS!WITH!
TANGY!SLAW!
Preparation time 15 mins
Cooking time 30 mins
Serves 4-6
1.5kg chicken wings
1 cup Texas barbecue-style
marinade
1/4 red cabbage, finely shredded
1/4 wombok, finely shredded
200g edamame, thawed
1 avocado, diced
1 bunch radish, thinly sliced
1/2 bunch coriander, leaves picked
1 carrot, peeled, shredded
1/2 cup seaweed salad
1/4 cup pickled ginger
4 green onions, sliced
1/3 cup ponzu sauce
2 Tbsp soy sauce
1 Tbsp sesame oil
Toasted sesame seeds, to serve
STEP 1 Preheat oven to 220!C
fan-forced (240!C conventional). Line
a large oven tray with baking paper.
STEP 2 Combine chicken wings and
marinade in a large bowl and toss to
coat. Transfer to prepared tray and
bake for 30 minutes, turning halfway,
or until sticky and slightly charred.
STEP 3 To make slaw, combine
cabbage, wombok, edamame, avocado,
radish, coriander, carrot, seaweed,
ginger and onion in a large bowl.
STEP 4 To make dressing, whisk
together ponzu, soy sauce and
sesame oil. Drizzle over slaw. Top
chicken wings with sesame seeds
and serve with slaw.
SPAGHETTI!WITH!
RICOTTA'!PORK!
AND!ZUCCHINI!
MEATBALLS
Preparation time 20 mins
Cooking time 25 mins
Serves 4-6
400g zucchini
500g pork mince
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley,
plus extra 2 Tbsp
1 free-range egg
2/3 cup light rico)a
1 cup panko crumbs
2 tsp finely grated zest and juice of
1 lemon
Sea-salt flakes and freshly ground
black pepper, to season
350g spaghe)ini
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
800g mix-a-mato tomatoes
STEP 1 Grate half of the zucchini
(200g) and wrap with a paper towel
or a clean tea towel to squeeze out
excess liquid. Add zucchini to a bowl
with pork, garlic, parsley, egg, 1/3 cup of
the rico%a, 1/2 cup of the panko crumbs
and 1 teaspoon of lemon zest. Season.
Roll tablespoonfuls into balls and put
on a plate or tray. Refrigerate, covered,
until needed.
STEP 2 Using a spiraliser, slice
remaining zucchini into long noodles.
Bring a large saucepan of salted
water to the boil. Cook spaghe%ini
for 4 minutes or until just undercooked,
adding zucchini spirals to pasta water in
last 30 seconds. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup
of the cooking liquid.
STEP 3 Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in
a large frypan on high. Cook meatballs
for 10-12 minutes, turning, until golden
and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
STEP 4 Add 1 tablespoon of the oil to
same pan on medium. Cook remaining
panko crumbs for 1-2 minutes, stirring, or
until golden. Transfer to a bowl and add
extra chopped flat-leaf parsley and
remaining lemon zest.
Budget-friendly beef
mince, silky vermicelli,
fresh vegies and punchy
marinade turn salad from a
side to a marvellous main!
CRISPY!LEMONGRASS!
BEEF!AND!NOODLE!SALAD
Preparation time 15 mins
Cooking time 15 mins
Serves 6
200g rice vermicelli
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
500g beef mince
2 carrots, peeled, finely shredded
2 Lebanese cucumbers,
julienned
200g solanato tomatoes,
halved
1 small red onion, finely sliced
2 cups each Thai basil and
Vietnamese mint, torn
2 cups bean sprouts
1/4 cup fried shallots (optional)
LEMONGRASS!MARINADE
11/2 Tbsp lemongrass paste
2 tsp ginger paste
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tsp honey
DRESSING
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 rice wine vinegar
1 Tbsp sugar
STEP 1 Soak vermicelli in warm
water for 5 minutes. Drain and
set aside.
STEP 2 For Lemongrass marinade,
combine all ingredients in small bowl.
STEP 3 Heat oil in a frying pan on high
heat. Cook beef for 5 minutes, breaking
up with wooden spoon. Add marinade,
cook for 8-10 minutes or until sauce has
absorbed and beef is slightly crispy.
Remove from heat and set aside.
STEP 4 Combine carrot, cucumber,
tomato, onion, herbs and bean sprouts
in large bowl. Toss through vermicelli
and beef to combine.
STEP 5 For the Dressing, combine
ingredients in a small bowl and whisk
until sugar has dissolved. Pour over beef
and noodle salad. Serve with shallots.
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EASY!MEALS
ONE-PAN!
PRAWNS!WITH!
SPICY!SAUCE!
AND!PINEAPPLE!
SALSA
Preparation time 15 mins
Cooking time 22 mins
Serves 4
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus extra,
to drizzle
600g large green prawns, peeled,
tails intact
1 red onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
400g small roma tomatoes,
roughly chopped
1 red chilli, seeds removed,
finely chopped
1/4 cup picked oregano leaves
6 anchovies
2 x 310g jars roasted red pepper
strips, drained
Sea-salt flakes and freshly ground
black pepper, to season
Toasted sourdough, to serve
PINEAPPLE SALSA
1/2 pineapple, diced
1 small red onion, diced
1/2 bunch coriander, finely chopped,
plus extra leaves, to serve
Zest and juice of 1 lime, plus wedges,
to serve
STEP 1 Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a
large frypan on high heat. Cook prawns
for 1 minute each side until golden.
Transfer to a plate and loosely cover
with foil to keep warm.
STEP 2 Add remaining oil to pan and
reduce heat to low. Add onion and garlic
and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until
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so!ened. Add tomato, red chilli,
oregano and anchovies. Cook, stirring
occasionally for 10 minutes or until
tomatoes have broken down.
STEP 3 Remove from heat and allow to
cool for 5 minutes. Transfer to a blender
with roasted pepper strips and blitz until
smooth. Season. Pour mixture back into
pan, add prawns, simmer for 5 minutes.
STEP 4 Meanwhile, to make Pineapple
salsa, combine all ingredients in a bowl.
STEP 5 Drizzle prawns with extra oil and
serve with salsa, extra coriander leaves,
sourdough and lime wedges.
WALNUT!
AND!ROCKET!
PESTO!PASTA!
Preparation time 15 mins
Cooking time 10 mins
Serves 4
300g zucchini, grated
60g rocket
2/3 cup walnuts, toasted
1/2 bunch of basil, leaves picked
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
1 cup finely grated parmesan
3 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Sea-salt flakes and freshly ground
black pepper, to season
400g medium pasta shapes
1 cup pi&ed Sicilian olives
1 cup firm rico&a
STEP 1 Squeeze excess moisture from
zucchini. Add zucchini to a food
processor with half of the rocket, half of
the walnuts, basil, lemon zest and juice,
parmesan and garlic. Blitz until
pesto-like consistency. Transfer to
a bowl and stir in oil. Season.
STEP 2 Bring a large saucepan of salted
water to boil. Cook pasta for 8 minutes
or until al dente. Reserve 1/3 cup of the
cooking liquid and drain pasta.
STEP 3 Heat a large frypan on medium
heat. Add pesto mixture and stir for
30 seconds or until warm. Add pasta and
reserved liquid and toss to combine.
Add remaining rocket, walnuts and
olives. Serve with rico%a.
SPICED!
BARRAMUNDI!
TACOS!WITH!
TOMATO!SALSA
Preparation time 15 mins
Cooking time 15 mins
Serves 4
800g side of barramundi, skin on
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 Tbsp Cajun spice mix
Sea-salt flakes and freshly ground
black pepper, to season
3 roma tomatoes, deseeded, diced
1 small red onion, finely diced
1 jalapeño, finely diced
1/2 bunch coriander leaves, finely
chopped, plus sprigs, to serve
11/2 Tbsp lime juice, plus extra 1/4 cup,
and wedges, to serve
1 avocado
1/2 cup sour cream
8 white corn tortillas
Olive oil spray
1/2 iceberg le&uce, shredded
STEP 1 Preheat oven to 200&C
fan-forced (220&C conventional). Line
a large oven tray with baking paper. Put
barramundi on tray, skin-side down. Rub
with oil and sprinkle with Cajun spice.
Season. Bake for 15 minutes, or until
cooked through. Remove from oven
and flake into large chunks.
STEP 2 Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine
tomato, onion, jalapeño and half of the
coriander. Drizzle with lime juice.
Season. Set salsa aside for 15 minutes.
STEP 3 To make dressing, in a small
food processor, blitz avocado, sour
cream and extra lime juice. Add a li%le
water, if needed, for runny consistency.
STEP 4 Meanwhile, heat a chargrill pan
on high. Spray tortillas with oil. Grill for
20-30 seconds each side until toasted.
STEP 5 Fill tortillas with flaked
barramundi, shredded le%uce, salsa
and dressing. Serve with lime wedges
and remaining coriander.
Photography Con Poulos; styling Jaimee Curdie; food preparation Clare Maguire; recipe development Tamika O’Neill
STEP 5 Heat remaining oil in same
pan on medium. Cook tomatoes for
5 minutes, stirring, or until beginning
to blister and collapse. Add reserved
cooking liquid, remaining 1/3 cup of the
rico%a, lemon juice, spaghe%ini and
zucchini, toss to combine. Add
meatballs and combine in sauce.
STEP 6 Serve topped with lemon crumb.
DIABETIC!FRIENDLY
eat well
Designed for foodies with diabetes, this
recipe is so tasty the whole fam will love it!
RICOTTA"!SPINACH"!
BASIL!&!LEMON!DIP
Photography Ben Dearnley; styling Vanessa Austin; food preparation Sarah Mayoh; recipe Alison Roberts. Prices are approximate and a guide only.
Preparation time 15 mins
Cooking time nil
Serves 8 (as a starter)
200g baby spinach leaves
45g walnuts
1 clove garlic
Finely grated zest and
juice of 1/2 a lemon
1/2 bunch basil, leaves picked,
plus extra leaves, to serve
100g smooth ricotta
30g reduced-fat feta
70g low-fat Greek-style
natural yoghurt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 large carrot, peeled,
cut into sticks
1 large Lebanese cucumber,
cut into sticks
100g snow peas, topped
and tailed
1 large red capsicum,
cut into strips
1 large green capsicum,
cut into strips
Watercress sprigs, to serve
STEP 1 Put spinach leaves in large
heatproof bowl. Pour over boiling
water. Drain, pour spinach into a
colander. Set aside for 5 minutes.
Squeeze out any excess moisture.
STEP 2 Put spinach, walnuts,
garlic, lemon zest and basil in bowl
of a small food processor. Cover
and process until finely chopped.
Add the lemon juice, ricotta, feta
and yoghurt. Process until well
combined. Season with pepper.
STEP 3 Transfer the dip to a
serving bowl. Cover and put in
fridge until ready to serve. Serve
with the vegie sticks, watercress
and extra basil leaves.
TAKE A DIP
Impress at your next
get-together with an easy
(and be!er for you) homemade dip!
N U T R ITI O N A L I N F O
Per serve 486kJ (116Cal), protein
6g, total fat 6g (sat. fat 1g), carbs 7g,
fibre 4g, sodium 109mg.
• Carb exchanges • GI estimate low
• Gluten-free • Lower carb
For more deliciously
healthy recipes and
expert advice, pick
up a copy of the
Jan/Feb issue of
Diabetic Living, $8.99,
at your supermarket
or newsagent.
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FALAFEL WRAPS
Create your own version
of this takeaway staple.
Just blitz it all together in
a food processor, then
roll and go. Too easy!
Recipe on page 38
POCKET-FRIENDLY
FAVOURITES
Serve up filling and dazzling dinners, plus sweet treats for next to nix!
LOW-COST"EATS
BUDGET
FRIENDLY
IDEAS
BEETROOT AND
LENTIL BUGERS
Give burger night a meat-free
twist even meat-lovers will enjoy.
Feeding a crowd? Make your
burgers marvellous minis! Use small
dinner rolls and form the pa!ies
into the same size width as the rolls.
Recipe on page 38
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Spin this classic bakery
fave into a meat-free
winner with extra hidden
vegies! For a pop of heat
for the grown-ups, add
1 teaspoon of chilli flakes.
MEAT-FREE"‘SAUSAGE’"ROLLS
Preparation time 15 mins plus cooling
Cooking time 30 mins
Makes 14
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 small brown onion, finely chopped
1 small carrot, coarsely grated
80g broccoli, finely chopped
400g can lentils, drained, rinsed
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 Tbsp finely chopped flat-leaf
parsley, plus extra, to serve
11/2 cups grated tasty cheese
11/4 cups dried breadcrumbs
2 free-range eggs, plus 1 extra
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Sea-salt flakes and freshly ground
black pepper, to season
31/2 sheets frozen puff pastry,
thawed, halved
1 tsp sesame seeds
Tomato sauce, to serve
STEP 1 In a large frying pan, heat the
oil on medium heat. Cook onion for
5 minutes until so!ened. Add carrot,
broccoli, lentils and garlic. Cook for
5 minutes, stirring, until vegetables
are tender. Stir in parsley. Set aside
to cool slightly.
STEP 2 Preheat oven to 200°C
fan-forced (220°C conventional).
Line two oven trays with baking
paper.
STEP 3 In a food processor, combine
cooled onion mixture with cheese,
breadcrumbs and eggs. Pulse until just
combined (don’t over-pulse). Season.
STEP 4 Divide onion mixture along
one long edge of each pastry half.
Roll up to enclose and cut each roll
into 2 pieces. Put on prepared trays,
seam-side down. Lightly beat extra
egg and brush over rolls, sprinkle with
sesame seeds and a li"le salt.
STEP 5 Bake for 20 minutes until
golden and puffed. Serve with
tomato sauce and extra parsley.
LOW-COST!EATS
MOROCCAN!BAKED!EGGS!
4 free-range eggs
Small flat-leaf parsley leaves,
lemon wedges, guacamole and
pita bread, to serve
500g mini microwave potatoes
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 cup sliced chargrilled capsicum
2 red onions, sliced
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 Tbsp harissa paste
700ml bo"le tomato passata
400g can chickpeas, rinsed, drained
2 Tbsp coriander, chopped
Sea-salt flakes and freshly ground
black pepper, to season
STEP 1 Preheat oven to 200°C
fan-forced (220°C conventional).
STEP 2 Cook potatoes following
packet directions. Cut into 2cm
chunks.
STEP 3 In an ovenproof frying pan,
heat oil on high. Cook potatoes for
5-6 minutes, until golden. Transfer
to a plate. Cook capsicum, onion
and garlic for 4-5 minutes until tender.
Preparation time 15 mins
Cooking time 35 mins
Serves 4
Serve this spice-filled
vego delight up for
brunch or dinner.
Want some meat? Add
1 sliced chorizo with
the onion in Step 3.
STEP 4 Stir in paste and cook for
1 minute. Add passata, chickpeas
and coriander. Bring to a simmer.
Return potatoes to pan. Season.
STEP 5 Make four indents in
capsicum mixture with back of a
spoon. Crack an egg into each. Bake
for 8-10 minutes until egg whites set.
STEP 6 Sca!er parsley leaves over
and serve eggs with lemon
wedges, guacamole
and pita bread
for dipping.
LOW-COST!EATS
Punchy curry
chook, vibrant lime
pickle and stacks of
fresh veg – this
bowl has it all!
CHICKEN!MADRAS!
POKE!BOWL
Preparation time 10 mins
Cooking time 32 mins
Makes 4
600g chicken thigh fillets
1/3 cup Madras curry paste
2 Tbsp peanut oil
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2 x 400g cans lentils, rinsed, drained
400g can chickpeas, rinsed, drained
1/4 cup lime pickle
120g baby spinach leaves
Sea-salt flakes and freshly ground
black pepper, to season
250g grape tomatoes, halved
250g baby cucumbers, sliced
Tzatziki, coriander leaves, mint
leaves and roti, to serve
STEP 1 Preheat oven to 200°C
fan-forced (220°C conventional).
Line an oven tray with baking paper.
STEP 2 Coat chicken thighs in curry
paste and arrange on prepared tray.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden
and cooked through. Set aside, loosely
covered, for 5 minutes. Slice thickly.
STEP 3 Meanwhile, in a large
saucepan, heat oil on high. Cook
lentils, chickpeas and pickle for
4-5 minutes. Add spinach leaves,
cook for 1-2 minutes or until
spinach is just wilted. Season.
STEP 4 Serve chicken on top
of the lentil mixture with tomato,
cucumber, tzatziki, coriander,
mint and roti.
BOLOGNESE!PASTA!BAKE
Preparation time 10 mins
Cooking time 55 mins
Serves 4
300g penne pasta
1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
500g pork and veal mince
1 zucchini, finely chopped
1 carrot, peeled, finely chopped
500g jar tomato pasta sauce
3/4 cup water
2 tsp dried Italian herbs
Sea-salt flakes and freshly ground
black pepper, to season
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley, plus
extra, to serve
1/2 cup grated tasty cheese
1/3 cup finely grated parmesan
STEP 1 Preheat oven to 200°C
fan-forced (220°C conventional).
Lightly grease a 10-cup casserole dish.
STEP 2 In a large saucepan of boiling
salted water, cook pasta following
packet directions. Drain well and
set aside.
STEP 3 Meanwhile, in a large frying
pan, heat oil on high heat. Cook onion
and garlic for 3-4 minutes until tender.
Add mince. Cook for 4-5 minutes
until browned, breaking up
lumps. Add zucchini and carrot.
Cook for 3-4 minutes.
STEP 4 Stir in sauce, water and dried
herbs. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to
low, simmer, covered, for 15 minutes
until thickened slightly. Season.
STEP 5 Toss cooked pasta and
parsley through mince. Spoon
mixture into dish. Top with cheeses.
STEP 6 Bake for 20-25 minutes until
golden. Served topped with extra
flat-leaf parsley.
COOK' S TIP
For an extra crunchy top, mix
2 tablespoons of panko breadcrumbs
with cheese before sprinkling over
pasta prior to baking.
Dried and fresh herbs add
flavour on a budget for a
hearty, filling dinner that
will have everyone coming
back for seconds...
Recreate this market
stall special at home!
To make a meat-free
option, simply omit
the lamb mince.
LAMB!&!SPINACH!GOZLEME
Preparation time 30 mins
Cooking time 30 mins
Makes 6
4 cups plain flour, plus extra,
for dusting
1 tsp salt flakes
11/2 cups warm water
1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Lemon wedges, to serve
FILLING
1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus
extra 1/4 cup
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp sumac
1 tsp chilli flakes
500g lamb mince
200g feta, crumbled
150g baby spinach leaves, roughly
chopped
Sea-salt flakes and freshly ground
black pepper, to season
STEP 1 Si! flour and salt into a
large bowl. Make a well in centre,
gradually stir in water and oil,
mix to form a firm dough.
STEP 2 Knead on a lightly floured
surface for 5 minutes, until smooth
and elastic. Return to bowl. Cover
with plastic wrap.
STEP 3 For Filling, in a large frying
pan, heat oil on high. Cook onion and
garlic for 3-4 minutes. Stir in cumin,
sumac and chilli. Cook for 1 minute.
Add mince. Cook for 4-5 minutes until
browned, breaking up lumps. Transfer
to a bowl. Cool for 10 minutes. Stir in
feta and spinach. Season.
STEP 4 Divide dough into 6 portions.
On a floured surface, roll each piece
into a 20 x 30cm rectangle. Spoon
filling evenly over 1/2 of each rectangle.
Fold dough to enclose, press edges.
STEP 5 Heat a large frying pan on
medium. Brush gozleme with a li$le
extra oil. Cook for 3-4 minutes each
side in batches until browned. Repeat
with remaining gozleme. Cut into large
pieces. Serve with lemon wedges.
LOW-COST!EATS
Raid the cupboard
and the fruit bowl for
a teatime treat that’s
impossible to stop at
just one piece!
CINNAMON!APPLE!CAKE!
Preparation time 15 mins
Cooking time 45 mins
Makes 6
125g unsalted bu"er, at room
temperature
2/3 cup caster sugar
3 free-range eggs
1 cup self-raising flour
1/2 cup plain flour
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/3 cup bu"ermilk
2 green apples, peeled, cored,
thinly sliced
1/4 cup slivered almonds
2 tsp brown sugar
Double cream and icing sugar,
to serve
STEP 1 Preheat oven to 160°C
fan-forced (180°C conventional).
Grease and line a 20cm springform
pan with baking paper.
STEP 2 In a large bowl using an
electric mixer, beat bu!er and sugar
until pale and creamy. Add eggs, one
at a time, beating a"er each addition.
STEP 3 Si" flours and cinnamon
together, then lightly fold into bu!er
mixture, alternating with bu!ermilk.
Pour ba!er into prepared pan, then
arrange apple over top. Sca!er with
almonds, sprinkle with brown sugar.
STEP 4 Bake for 40-45 minutes or
until a skewer inserted into centre
comes out clean. Cool in pan for 5
minutes, then transfer to a wire rack
to cool completely. Serve with double
cream and dusted with icing sugar.
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LOW-COST!EATS
Preparation time 15 mins plus
1 hour chilling
Cooking time 20 mins
Serves 6
400g can chickpeas, drained, rinsed
250g frozen broad beans,
thawed, peeled
1/4 cup plain flour, plus extra,
for dusting
1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves
1/4 cup mint leaves
6 green onions, thinly sliced
1 free-range egg
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
Sea-salt flakes and freshly ground
black pepper, to season
Vegetable oil, for deep-frying
3/4 cup baba ganoush
1 bunch rocket leaves
6 Lebanese bread rounds,
warmed
2 tomatoes, cut into wedges
1 red onion, thinly sliced into rounds
Aioli, to serve
STEP 1 Put chickpeas, beans, flour,
parsley, mint, onion, egg, garlic and
spices in food processor. Process
until almost smooth. Season.
Transfer mixture to a bowl.
Refrigerate, covered, for 1 hour.
STEP 2 Using lightly floured hands,
roll rounded tablespoons of falafel
mixture into balls and transfer to
a tray.
STEP 3 In a wide, deep saucepan,
heat about 10cm of oil on high until it
reaches 170°C on a thermometer.
Deep-fry falafel in 3 batches for 5-6
minutes each, turning, until golden.
Drain on paper towel and cover
loosely with foil to keep warm.
STEP 4 Serve falafel with baba
ganoush, rocket, Lebanese bread,
tomato, onion and aioli.
BEETROOT!AND!
LENTIL!BURGERS!
Preparation time 20 mins plus chilling
Cooking time 20 mins
Serves 4
2 medium beetroot, peeled, grated
400g can lentils, rinsed, drained
200g feta, crumbled
1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
2 free-range eggs, lightly beaten
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1 Tbsp chopped mint leaves
1/2 tsp sumac
Sea-salt flakes and freshly ground
black pepper, to season
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
4 bread rolls, split
1 avocado, mashed
1 red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup peri peri mayonnaise
1 baby cos le%uce, leaves separated
Sweet potato fries, to serve
STEP 1 Using paper towel, squeeze
excess liquid from beetroot. Put in
a bowl.
STEP 2 Pulse lentils until pulpy.
Transfer to bowl with beetroot. Stir
in feta, breadcrumbs, eggs, onion,
mint and sumac. Mix well. Season.
STEP 3 Shape beetroot mixture into
4 pa!ies. Chill in fridge for 15 minutes.
STEP 4 In a large frying pan, heat
oil on medium. Cook pa!ies for
4-5 minutes each side in batches
until golden. Drain on paper towel.
STEP 5 Spread roll bases with
avocado, pa!ies, onion, mayonnaise
and le!uce. Top with bun tops and
serve with sweet potato fries.
NO-BAKE!CHOC!
ALMOND!
WEET-BIX!SLICE
Preparation time 10 mins plus 4 hours
chilling
Cooking time 3 mins
Makes 6
150g Weet-Bix (about 9 Weet-Bix),
broken
2 cups pi%ed dates, chopped
1 cup roasted almonds,
plus extra chopped, to top
1 cup shredded coconut,
plus extra, to top
1/2 cup cocoa
100g milk chocolate, chopped
1/3 cup honey
1/3 cup water
TOPPING
200g milk chocolate, chopped
2 tsp vegetable oil
STEP 1 Grease a 27.5 x 17.5 x 3.5cm
rectangular slice pan. Line base and
sides with baking paper, extending
paper 5cm above pan edges.
STEP 2 In a large bowl, combine
Weet-Bix, pi!ed dates, roasted
almonds, coconut, cocoa and
chocolate. In two batches, process
combined ingredients in a food
processor until finely chopped.
Return chopped mixture to food
processor, add combined honey and
water and pulse until mixture comes
together. Press mixture into prepared
pan with damp fingers. Refrigerate
for 15 minutes.
STEP 3 For the Topping, in a bowl,
heat chocolate and oil in microwave
(50% power) for 2-3 minutes, stirring
every minute, or until melted. Cool for
5 minutes. Pour over slice and use the
back of a spoon to spread evenly.
Sca!er with extra chopped almonds
and coconut. Refrigerate for 4 hours
or until set.
STEP 4 Cut choc almond slice into
squares to serve.
Photography James Moffatt, John Paul Urizar; styling Olivia Blackmore, Michele Cranston, Janelle Bloom; food preparation Kerrie Worner, Rebecca Lyall
FALAFEL!
WRAPS
NO-BAKE
CHOC ALMOND
WEET-BIX SLICE
Elevate arvo tea with
a heavenly slice of
roasted almonds and
a double hit of choc!
Recipe on the
opposite page
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BAKED!GOODS
CHEESY
SUPER
GREENS
MUFFIN MANIA
Load up these easy muffins
with tempting twists on the
Basic savoury or Basic sweet
recipes, then grab and go for
simple, satisfying snacks!
Recipes from page 42
BACON,
ZUCCHINI
AND TOMATO
CHORIZO,
PUMPKIN,
CAPSICUM
AND FETA
Ace your base, then
pick your add-ins for delish
sweet and savoury treats!
mUFFIN
PEACH AND
PISTACHIO
BANANA,
OAT AND
HONEY
Finish with a drizzle
of Wild Nectar
Pure Australian
Honey – sweet!
RASPBERRY,
ALMOND
AND CHIA
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BAKED"GOODS
HOW TO MAKE
BASIC SAVOURY
MUFFINS
Preparation time 20 mins
Cooking time 25 mins
Makes 6
21/2 cups self-raising flour
1 tsp sweet paprika
Sea-salt flakes and freshly
ground black pepper,
to season
1/2 cup grated tasty cheese
2 free-range eggs,
lightly beaten
1 cup milk
125g bu(er, melted, cooled
STEP 1 Preheat oven to
180°C fan-forced (200°C
conventional). Line a 6-hole,
3/4-cup capacity Texas muffin
pan with cases.
STEP 2 Si" flour, paprika and a
pinch of salt into a bowl. Stir in
cheese. Season.
STEP 3 Whisk eggs, milk and
bu#er in a jug until combined.
STEP 4 Make a well in centre of
flour mixture. Pour in egg
mixture. Stir until just combined.
Spoon ba#er into cases.
STEP 5 Bake for 25 minutes or
until a skewer inserted into
centre of muffin comes out
clean. Cool on a wire rack.
1 quantity Basic savoury muffin
ingredients
1 small zucchini
3 rindless bacon rashers
2 green onions, finely chopped
1/2 cup semi-dried tomatoes,
chopped
STEP 1 Preheat oven to 180°C
fan-forced (200°C conventional).
Line a 6-hole, 3/4-cup capacity Texas
muffin pan with cases.
STEP 2 Using the large holes of a box
grater, grate zucchini and transfer to a
bowl. Squeeze excess moisture from
zucchini and set aside.
STEP 3 Thinly slice bacon. Heat
a small frying pan on medium heat,
cook bacon for 3 minutes until golden.
Remove from heat and set aside for
5 minutes to cool. Reserve half the
bacon for topping.
STEP 4 Follow Step 2 of Basic
savoury muffin recipe, add in zucchini,
remaining bacon, onion and tomato.
STEP 5 Follow Steps 3-4 of Basic
savoury muffin recipe. Sprinkle tops
with reserved bacon. Bake for 25-30
minutes or until a skewer inserted into
centre comes out clean. Cool on a
wire rack. Serve warm or cold.
STEP 1 Preheat oven to 180°C
fan-forced (200°C conventional).
Line a 6-hole, 3/4-cup capacity Texas
muffin pan with cases.
STEP 2 Put spinach in a heatproof
bowl and cover with boiling water. Set
aside for 3-4 minutes until spinach has
wilted, then drain. Refresh wilted
spinach in cold water and squeeze out
excess water. Finely chop spinach.
STEP 3 Follow Step 2 of Basic savoury
muffin recipe. Add onion, parsley,
thyme and half of the parmesan.
STEP 4 Follow Step 3 of Basic savoury
recipe, adding wilted spinach.
STEP 5 Follow Step 4 of Basic savoury
recipe. Sprinkle tops with remaining
parmesan. Bake for 25-30 minutes or
until a skewer inserted into centre
comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.
STEP 6 Put rico$a in a bowl and use a
wooden spoon to beat until smooth.
Season.
STEP 7 Top muffins with rico$a and
thyme sprigs. Serve.
C O O K ' S TI P
C O O K ' S TI P
To make this meat-free, simply omit
the bacon and cook as directed. You
could also add 1/4 cup black olives,
roughly chopped, to the mixture
along with the zucchini in Step 4.
This is a great way to use up wilted
greens in the fridge. You could use
dill or rosemary in place of the
thyme or add 2 tsp dried Italian
herbs for a super herby flavour.
NOW ADD YOUR
FAVE FLAVOUR
BACON!"
ZUCCHINI"AND"
TOMATO
Preparation time 30 mins
Cooking time 35 mins
Makes 6
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2 Tbsp chopped flat-leaf parsley
11/2 tsp chopped thyme leaves, plus
extra sprigs, to serve
3/4 cup finely grated parmesan
150g fresh firm rico(a
CHEESY"SUPER"
GREENS
CHORIZO!"
PUMPKIN!"
CAPSICUM"
AND"FETA
Preparation time 20 mins
Cooking time 25-30 mins
Makes 6
Preparation time 35 mins
Cooking time 45 mins
Makes 6
1 quantity Basic savoury muffin
ingredients
180g baby spinach leaves
2 green onions, finely chopped
1 quantity Basic savoury muffin
ingredients
200g Kent pumpkin, peeled, cut
into 1cm pieces
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 small red capsicum
125g chorizo
1 small brown onion, cut in
thin wedges
200g Greek feta, crumbled
2 Tbsp pepitas
STEP 1 Preheat oven to 220°C
fan-forced (240°C conventional).
Line a 6-hole, 3/4-cup capacity Texas
muffin pan with cases.
STEP 2 Line a large oven tray with
baking paper. Toss pumpkin and
half the oil on the tray. Bake for
15 minutes until almost tender
(see Cook's tips). Cool.
STEP 3 Reduce oven to 180°C
fan-forced (200°C conventional).
STEP 4 Meanwhile, cut 12 thin strips
from capsicum and set aside. Finely
chop remaining capsicum.
STEP 5 Halve chorizo lengthways,
then halve again to make quarters.
Thinly slice chorizo quarters.
In a small frying pan, heat remaining
oil on medium heat. Cook chorizo,
onion and chopped capsicum for
5 minutes until so$ened. Remove
from heat and set aside to cool for
5 minutes.
STEP 6 Follow Steps 2-3 of Basic
savoury muffin recipe.
STEP 7 Follow Step 4 of Basic
savoury recipe and gently fold cooled
pumpkin, chorizo mixture and half
the feta into ba%er.
STEP 8 Top muffin ba%er with
reserved capsicum strips and sca%er
with pepitas.
STEP 9 Bake for 25-30 minutes or
until a skewer inserted into centre
comes out clean. Cool on wire rack.
Crumble remaining feta over top of
the muffins before serving.
COOK' S TIPS
• Ensure pumpkin isn’t too tender
when baked. It will continue
to cook in the muffins.
• To make these meat-free,
simply omit the chorizo.
HOW TO MAKE
BASIC SWEET
MUFFINS
Preparation time 15 mins
Cooking time 25 mins
Makes 6
2 cups self-raising flour
3/4 cup caster sugar
2 free-range eggs, lightly
beaten
2/3 cup milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
125g unsalted bu'er, melted,
cooled
STEP 1 Preheat oven to
180°C fan-forced (200°C
conventional). Line a 6-hole,
3/4 cup capacity Texas muffin
pan with cases.
STEP 2 Si" flour and sugar into
a bowl.
STEP 3 Whisk eggs, milk, vanilla
and bu#er in jug until combined.
STEP 4 Make a well in centre of
flour mixture. Pour in bu#er
mixture. Stir until just combined.
Spoon ba#er evenly into cases
STEP 5 Bake for 20-25 minutes
or until a skewer inserted into
centre comes out clean. Cool on
a wire rack.
NOW ADD YOUR
FAVE FLAVOUR
PEACH!AND!
PISTACHIO!
Preparation time 30 mins
Cooking time 25 mins
Makes 6
1 quantity Basic sweet muffin
ingredients
410g sliced peaches in juice, drained
11/2 tsp ground nutmeg
3/4 cup pistachios, roughly chopped
1 tsp vanilla bean paste
1 Tbsp raw sugar
STEP 1 Preheat oven to 180°C
fan-forced (200°C conventional).
Line a 6-hole, 3/4-cup capacity Texas
muffin pan with cases.
STEP 2 Reserve 6 peach slices.
Finely chop remaining peaches.
STEP 3 Follow Step 2 of Basic sweet
muffin recipe, add nutmeg and half
the pistachio.
STEP 4 Follow Steps 3-4 of Basic
sweet recipe. Add peaches and
vanilla to ba%er.
STEP 5 Halve reserved peaches and
arrange 2 halves on top of each muffin.
Sca%er with remaining pistachio and
raw sugar. Bake for 20-25 minutes or
until a skewer inserted into centre
comes out clean. Cool on wire rack.
Serve.
RASPBERRY*!
ALMOND!AND!
CHIA
Preparation time 25 mins
Cooking time 25 mins
Makes 6
1 quantity Basic sweet muffin
ingredients
11/2 cups frozen raspberries
1/3 cup toasted natural flaked
almonds, plus extra 1/4 cup,
to decorate
1 Tbsp black chia seeds
ICING
1 cup pure icing sugar, si+ed
1 Tbsp lemon juice
STEP 1 Preheat oven to 180°C
fan-forced (200°C conventional).
Line a 6-hole, 3/4-cup capacity Texas
muffin pan with cases.
STEP 2 Follow Steps 2-4 of Basic
sweet muffin recipe, folding
raspberries, toasted almonds
BAKED!GOODS
BANANA"!
OAT!AND!
HONEY
Preparation time 30 mins
Cooking time 25 mins
Makes 6
sugar with brown sugar, and adding
oats and cinnamon.
STEP 4 Follow Step 3 of Basic sweet
muffin recipe, adding banana to jug.
STEP 5 Follow Step 4 of Basic sweet
recipe. Sprinkle tops with crumble.
STEP 6 Bake for 25 minutes or until a
skewer inserted into centre comes out
clean. Cool completely on a wire rack.
STEP 7 For Icing, use electric beaters
to beat all ingredients until smooth.
Spoon mixture into piping bag fi!ed
with a 1cm round nozzle. Pipe mixture
onto muffins. Serve with banana chips
and extra honey.
HOW SWEET IT IS
Wild Nectar honey is 100%
Australian, cold-extracted raw
honey. Available in Pure,
Organic and Orange Blossom,
wildnectarhoney.com.au.
HOW TO MAKE
PAPER MUFFIN CASES
1 quantity Basic sweet muffin
ingredients
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 Tbsp rolled oats
1 tsp ground cinnamon
2 medium very ripe banana, mashed
(you'll need approx. 3/4 cup)
Banana chips, to serve
CRUMBLE
1/4 cup plain flour
2 Tbsp brown sugar
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
30g unsalted bu(er, chilled,
chopped
2 Tbsp rolled oats
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
HONEY ICING
250g cream cheese, so)ened
60g unsalted bu(er, so)ened
1/3 cup Wild Nectar Pure Australian
Honey, plus extra, to drizzle
STEP 1 Preheat oven to 180°C
fan-forced (200°C conventional).
Line a 6-hole, 3/4-cup capacity Texas
muffin pan with cases.
STEP 2 For Crumble, combine flour,
sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. Rub in
bu!er until mixture resembles coarse
breadcrumbs. Stir in oats. Set aside.
STEP 3 Follow Step 2 of Basic sweet
muffin recipe, replacing the caster
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STEP 1 Put a 13cm square piece of
baking paper over the base of a
glass (ensure base of glass fits in
your muffin tray).
STEP 2 Fold paper over glass so
the paper ‘pleats’ to create a cup.
STEP 3 Gently remove the glass.
STEP 4 Put cases in tray.
Photography Con Poulos; styling Jaimee Curdie; food preparation and recipe development Kathy Knudsen
and chia seeds into ba!er.
STEP 3 Sprinkle tops with extra
almonds. Bake for 25 minutes or until a
skewer inserted into centre comes out
clean. Cool completely on a wire rack.
STEP 4 Combine icing sugar and
lemon juice in a small heatproof bowl
until thick. Sit bowl over pan of
simmering water and stir until warm.
Drizzle icing over muffins to serve.
KITCHEN!MATTERS
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including an all-natural prebiotic,
your tastebuds and gut will love
these summer sippers. Bobby so!
drink, various flavours, $4 each, or
$48/12 pack, drinkbobby.com.
CHILL OUT!
Easily create homemade
ice-cream, sorbet and even
milkshakes with this handy
ice-cream maker. Pre-freeze your
mixture, then select one of seven
one-touch programs to transform
your frozen mixture into a treat!
Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker,
$299, harveynorman.com.au.
STRAIGHT TO
THE SAUCE
Give your sriracha an
Italian spin with olive
oil and fresh chilli. Plus,
there’s no added sugar
or preservatives. Bippi’s
Italian Style Sriracha,
$13, available nationally
in supermarkets,
bippifoods.com.
Prices are approximate and a guide only.
Super spread
how sweet
it is
Bowl ’em over with berry
nice strawberries! Grown in
Tasmania, Sweetest Batch
strawberries have a lovely
sweet flavour and aroma for
consistently superior fruit.
Available until April. Driscoll’s
Sweetest Batch strawberries,
driscolls.com.au.
Indulge in a decadent hazelnut
chocolate spread that’s also
great as a sweet topping. Simply
heat it gently and pour over your
desserts for a fuss-free sauce.
Bonne Maman Hazelnut
Chocolate Spread, $8,
bonnemaman.com.au.
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GARDEN!DESIGN
IN A TUB!
It’s taken just one
year to transform
a wasteland into
a productive and
pretty kitchen and
ornamental garden
GRAHAM ROSS
Join me as I show you around this
great garden on BHG TV, Friday,
February 2, at 7pm on Channel 7.
(Apologies, may be subject to change.)
For more garden tips go to
bhg.com.au.
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SEEN!ON!BHG!TV
FRIDAYS 7.00
1 Summers in Castlemaine,
Victoria, are hot and dry,
and here the brick wall
radiates more heat. For
ornamental plants to
survive and thrive, they
need to be tough, those
from the Mediterranean or
dry desert areas are ideal.
The juniper tree against
the wall helps with the
Mediterranean feel.
GARDEN!DESIGN
2 The deciduous
gleditsia tree provides
dappled summer
shade and lets in
winter sun – ideal for
the plants underneath.
Put them in their own
containers, as here, so
they aren’t competing
with the tree for water
and food. Loving the
li!le olive trees!
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DESIGN YOUR SMALL
GARDEN AROUND
NATURALIST LINES
TO MAKE IT LOOK
BIGGER, AS HERE.
3
4
5
6
small concrete carpark
is no place for a
garden but, when
it’s facing north
and gets all-day
sun and is protected on the
west by established trees, some
imaginative thinking is all that’s
required to make a transformation.
Set behind Temperance House, a
small country pub in Castlemaine,
Victoria, the garden now supplies
the kitchen with herbs, vegetables
and fruit grown in large concrete
tubs converted to wicking beds.
The theme is ‘naturalistic’ –
a complete change from its
concrete carpark origins!
7
3 A snowball shrub (Viburnum opulus) is
such an extraordinary sight in our summer
gardens! In autumn, the flowers turn into
large clusters of orange-red berries that
can’t be eaten raw, but you can make them
into jam or jelly.
4 The facade of Temperance House – a
Victorian classic. And there’s not a hint as
to what lies behind.
5 Pave around a mighty crepe myrtle.
6 Oh, that all verandahs could be this size!
7 Italian lavender (Lavandula stoechas) is
distinguished by its frilly upright petals. It
also has a lovely perfume!
8 Seaside daisy (Erigeron karvinskianus)
is a dainty but robust groundcover. Plant it
between rocks or among pavers – it
self-seeds so will continue to pop up.
8
9
10
Naturalistic style blends
traditional and modern designs
and is both edible and ornamental.
There’s no formality or symmetry,
instead it’s a free-flowing
productive garden with
character and whimsy.
Plants are arranged in dri!s in
seemingly random pa"erns that
are repeated to reflect a
natural environment.
Naturalist gardens are lush, with
nearly every space filled with
plants kni"ing together like
it all happened naturally.
This encourages wildlife, such as
pollinating birds and insects.
THESE TALL PLANTERS ARE ELEGANT,
BUT BLUE CHALK STICKS’ ROOTS ARE
SHALLOW SO THEY GROW WELL IN
SAUCER-LIKE BOWLS AS WELL.
9 Blue chalk sticks and other succulents
love hot dry summers and the heat
generated from a concrete floor.
10 Harvest time for cabbages depends on
the variety – ranging from 12 to 20 weeks.
To harvest, cut from the base with a
sharp knife.
11 The garden here is just 10 x 10m but
packs in practically everything that’s
needed for both the kitchen and for
pre"ying up other parts of indoors.
12 Concrete tubs are perfectly safe for
growing vegetables, but be aware that
concrete contains lime that can leach into
the soil, raising the pH level and making it
alkaline. Counter this with sulphur that
you can buy from any nursery, and apply
according to the packet instructions.
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Photography Simon Griffiths; landscape design Tim Pilgrim
WHAT I S
‘ NATU R ALI ST ’
DESIGN
GARDEN!DESIGN
WHAT’S WICKING?
WICKING!BEDS!ARE!
CONTAINERS!WITH!
WATER!RESERVES!AT!THE!
BASE"!WATER!IS!DRAWN!
UP!THROUGH!THE!SOIL!
IN!A!PROCESS!CALLED!
CAPILLARY!ACTION!–!OR!
WICKING"!THE!PLANT!
ROOTS!DRAW!UP!WATER!
WHEN!THEY!NEED!IT"!
12
GARDEN!INSPIRATION
Growing a natural screen in your garden is far prettier – and much
BUDGET
FRIENDLY
IDEAS
more economical – than putting up a wall, fence or trellis
1 flame throwers
With lush, upright foliage
and a fast, vigorous growth
habit, a mass planting
of heliconias gives your
garden a tropical look. Many
varieties grow 3-4 metres
high while smaller ones limit
their height to 1-2m. They
flower in spring and
summer, a!racting
birds and bu!erflies.
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GARDEN!INSPIRATION
t may be a garden secret you want kept hidden, or a monstrosity
next door you don’t want to see anymore, so a barrier is needed.
Decorative garden screens come in many fancy designs, but they can
cost hundreds of dollars. A brick wall is also expensive and can cast
too much shade, likewise a dense hedge. A less expensive and more
a!ractive option is screening plants – some can grow up to 4m tall, they all
so"en hard edges such as walls and add textural elements. Importantly,
they’re colourful and decorative, adding a new highlight to your garden.
2 Tall and terrific
Bamboo is one of the fastest
growing plants around and will
quickly give you the privacy you
need. It comes in many shapes,
sizes and colours – green, black,
brown, gold, variegated, even
stripy! Some like sun, others
prefer light shade. Choose the one
that suits your climate and aspect.
3
4
BETTER TIP
ONLY PLANT
NON-INVASIVE
CLUMPING BAMBOO
– RUNNING BAMBOO
WITH AGGRESSIVE
RHIZOMES SPREADS
LIKE CRAZY!
3 obviously ostentatious
SCREEN"OR"HEDGE?
Hedges and screens share
many of the same functions, but
they have big differences.
A screen is less formal than a hedge.
A screen doesn’t need as much
maintenance, such as regular
trimming to keep it tidy.
A hedge totally blocks out
what’s behind it, while you can
o"en see through a screen.
Tall, dense clumps of canna lilies turn awful
into awesome, especially when they’re
producing their showy flowers from spring
to autumn. Flower colours range from pale
yellow, to dazzling orange to bright red, and
leaves can come in exciting variegations.
They love moisture, so you can plant them on
the edges of ponds or poorly drained spots.
4 dazzling in the light
Ornamental gingers come in a huge range of
shapes and sizes, their long leaves are o!en
variegated and they have spectacular,
brightly coloured flowers that come in
multiple forms and last 5-6 months in
summer and autumn. They’re lush and
add depth and texture to your garden.
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TOP!REASONS!
FOR!A!SCREEN
1 Create privacy from neighbours.
2 Get protection from wind.
3 Muffle street noise.
4 Divide areas into garden rooms.
5 Create a microclimate, for example to cast
shade for lower-growing, shade-loving plants.
6 A"ract wildlife.
7 Hide unsightly features, such as
water tanks and rubbish bins.
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GARDEN!INSPIRATION
5 have a heart-to-heart
The impressive foliage of elephant ears
can hide a multitude of sins. Choose
either a plant with upright leaves,
Alocasia, or leaves that point down,
Colocasia. There’s also a choice of
colour – from lime green to almost
black. Some varieties are very tolerant
of moisture and you can plant them
to be the star of a water feature.
6 it’s a knockout!
Big, bold and beautiful, rodgersia
can grow up to 2m tall and wide. The
foliage makes a dramatic statement,
while its summer flowers show a more
delicate, mild-mannered side.
6
7
7 fringe festival
Growing to 2m tall, goat’s beard
(Aruncus dioicus) – also commonly
called bride’s feathers – puts out pre!y
plumes of tiny flowers in spring to early
summer. The dense, billowing mound
of foliage extends its appeal.
Photography Adobe Stock
8 fountain of joy
BETTER TIP
RODGERSIA THRIVES
BEST WHEN GROWN
IN DAMP AND
PARTIALLY SHADY
PARTS OF
YOUR GARDEN.
An Australian native, Pennisetum
alopecuroides is one of the most
beautiful and graceful of the ornamental
grasses. Growing up to 60cm tall, the
blades swing, sway and rustle in the
slightest breeze, a whimsical distraction
from what’s behind it. From early summer
to early autumn it’s topped with so",
fluffy bo!lebrush-like flowers.
8
SUMMER!SURVIVORS
1
If your mild-mannered plants aren’t coping
with the high summer temperatures, pot
up colourful, heat-loving blooms!
Photography GAP Photos/Jonathan Buckley
SOME LIKE IT
2
1 , 2 M A K E YO U R G A R D E N H E AV E N LY
Angelonia – the summer snapdragon – grows
tall and proud as it seeks out the sun. It flowers in
pink, crimson, red, lilac and white. It’s a perennial,
unless you live in a frost-prone area, in which
case treat it as an annual.
Planting In spring once the last frost has past.
When they’re about 12cm tall, pinch off the tips
to encourage fuller growth.
Soil Moist, well-draining soil.
Aspect Full sun with good air flow.
Climate Cool, temperate, subtropical.
Water Once a week.
Food Fertilise lightly in spring to encourage
flowering – too much food will see it produce
more foliage than flowers.
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SUMMER!SURVIVORS
A
s summer heats up, you can find
respite by moving indoors or into
the shade. But the plants in your
garden beds are stuck where they
are, struggling, wilting and perhaps dying.
Unless you have plants that thrive, or even
revel, under a hot sun and you grow them in
containers that you can move into the shade
during a severe heatwave. Read on for a slew
of beautiful, resilient options!
3 G LOW I N T H E LI G H T !
Bidens are tough annuals that are like starbursts in
the daytime, either as a sprawling groundcover,
or trailing from a hanging basket.
Planting Plant seedlings in spring, but be sure
frosts have finished for the year.
Soil Well-drained.
Aspect Full sun.
Climate Cool to tropical, copes well with
humidity and is drought-tolerant.
Water Water deeply once a week.
Food A monthly dose of fertiliser to keep them
flowering, or a slow-release fertiliser at the
start of growing season.
4
3
4 S O M E T H I N G F O R T H AT E X T R A Z I N G !
Zinnias are among the most carefree
and colourful plants you can grow, and
are one of the toughest annuals around.
Planting Sow as seeds in moist, seed-raising mix
4-6 weeks before the last frost and leave on
a sunny windowsill indoors until ready to
plant out. Plant as seedlings in late spring
when the soil has warmed up.
Soil Well-drained.
Aspect Full sun.
Climate Cool to subtropical, only tolerates humidity.
Water Water deeply a couple of times a week.
Food A good, balanced feed just before flowering.
The scaevola, or fan flower, is an Australian outback
native so it is a natural for our hot summers.
Planting Plant seedlings in spring
once frosts have finished.
Soil Well-drained.
Aspect Full sun.
Climate Temperate to subtropical, arid.
Water Twice a month, it’s very drought-tolerant.
Food Light feed once a month.
Photography GAP Photos/Visions
5 YO U ’ L L A LWAYS B E A FA N
5
CARE FOR
CONTAINER PLANTS
Only use po!ing mix, not garden soil.
Container plants need to be watered more
o"en than garden bed plants because excess
water flows through the drainage holes.
Use a po!ing mix suitable for your plants, for
example a high-draining mix for succulents.
Replace po!ing mix every year or two, as it
eventually collapses, blocking tiny
channels essential for water and
nutrients to move through.
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CHOOSE YOUR CONTAINERS
Terraco"a is porous so is ideal for Mediterranean
plants and succulents that don’t like wet roots. If
you love the way terraco!a ages, and want plants
that need higher moisture levels, seal the inside.
Glazed pots retain more moisture and they also
give you the opportunity to introduce colour to
your garden.
Concrete pots imitate limestone or marble. They’re
very heavy so are suitable for windy spots. But they
leach lime, which raises the pH of the po!ing mix.
Plastic pots are lightweight and inexpensive but
tend to be short-lived as the sun causes them to
degrade over time. Dark plastic pots also become
very hot and can damage the roots.
Metal pots are lightweight and stylish but
can become very hot and damage roots.
Fibreglass pots are usually large but relatively
lightweight. They’re non-porous and available
in a huge range of colours.
For a comprehensive range of pots, have a
look at the Northcote Po!ery range,
northcotepo"ery.com.
6
7
6 S PA R K LI N G I N T H E S U N S H I N E
Pentas blooms all summer long in pink, white, red
or lavender. The clusters of flowers are a
perfect landing pad for bu!erflies!
Planting Plant in spring once frosts have passed.
Soil Moist, well-drained soil.
Aspect Full sun.
Climate Considered annuals in cool climates and
perennials in temperate to tropical areas.
Water Every week, more o"en during
extended dry periods.
Food Feed monthly with balanced liquid
fertiliser to maintain flower production.
Tough but pre!y, petunias produce loads of
colourful, laughing blooms all summer long.
Planting Plant seedlings or semi-mature plants
in spring when frosts have finished.
Soil Well-drained.
Aspect Full sun.
Climate Cool, temperate, and dry
(not humid) subtropical.
Water Once a week, daily if in a container.
Food Feed monthly with balanced fertiliser.
Photography Adobe Stock, GAP Photos
7 B R I N G J OY TO YO U R WO R L D
8 C LI M B E R T H AT ’ S A B LI N D E R !
The big, showy blooms of the
mandevilla vine make a splash
in any vertical space you have
spare in your garden.
Planting Mid to late spring.
Soil Well-drained, enriched soil.
Aspect Full sun.
Climate Temperate to tropical.
Water Keep soil moist but not wet.
Food Because it’s long-flowering,
feed with balanced fertiliser
once a month.
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S E N S AT I O N !
Grow your own
strawberries
for an endlessly
delicious delight!
timing is everything
Pick strawberries when
they are fully ripe all
over – they don’t
ripen any further
once they’re picked.
MELISSA KING
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ideas on BHG TV, Friday,
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Hang with me!
Strawberries are ideal
container plants because
they’re compact and
quick growing. Try
hanging baskets if
space is tight.
CARE FOR STRAWBERRIES
F
rom strawberry plants’ pre!y li!le flowers comes
sweet-tasting, rich, red fruit with a beautifully
warm fragrance we love so much – it’s worth the
li!le effort required to grow your own. And you
don’t need much space – growing in a pot is a space-saver!
The bonus is that one solitary strawberry plant will, over
time, produce more plants – enough to keep you supplied
with them for years and years to come.
Planting Plant bare-rooted runners in warm climates
in autumn, and in cooler climates in late winter. Ensure
the crown – where the leaves join the roots – is level or
slightly above the soil or po!ing mix surface.
Aspect Full sun.
Climate Cool to subtropical.
Soil Well-drained.
Water Weekly to keep soil moist but not soggy. Water
the soil, not the plant, leaves are susceptible to mould.
Food Liquid feed high in potassium every two weeks
during growing season to encourage flowers.
More flowers means more fruit.
Mulch Essential to stop fruit touching the soil
and picking up fungal diseases.
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EASY STEPS TO MAKE YOUR
STRAWBERRY PLANTER TOWER
Gather your supplies
• Plastic laundry basket
• Hessian sack
• Po#ing mix
• Strawberry plants x 12
• Ornamental plants
such as lavender,
marigold and zinnia
Spread open a
hairpin to use as
a mini stake.
You’ll also need
Drill and 5mm bit;
secateurs
Here’s how
STEP 1 Drill drainage holes
in base of basket.
STEP 2 Line basket with
hessian sack.
STEP 3 Push sack through
12 holes in basket and cut
holes in sack with secateurs.
STEP 4 Fill basket about
2/3 full with po#ing mix.
STEP 5 Feed roots of
strawberry plants through
holes into po#ing mix.
STEP 6 Add more po#ing
mix to top of basket.
STEP 7 Plant out top of
basket with ornamental
plants of choice.
STEP 1
STEP 4
MULTIPLY YOUR PLANTS
FOR FREE!
Strawberry plants send out side shoots or
runners that set down roots to form new
plants. But the runners need a lot of energy, so
should be removed in the first two years of a
plant’s life to direct the energy into fruit
production. In year three, the tiny roots on the
runners can be used to make new plants.
Secure the roots to the soil with a hairpin or
wire. A!er about six weeks, cut it free from the
parent plant and leave it to grow where it is,
or replant in a different spot or pot.
STEP 2
STEP 5
STEP 3
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Photography Brent Wilson, Getty Images; project Josh Culpan
Stake runner so
its tiny roots are
fixed in the soil.
crop rotation
Turn your strawberry planter
every day so that all the plants are
exposed to the sun. Strawberries
ideally need a minimum of six hours
of sunlight each day.
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GARDEN!MAKEOVER
A SHORT
RETAINING
WALL KEEPS
YOUR YARD
LOVELY
AND NEAT.
Build a simple
retaining wall – and
include a bench for
you to sit on and
admire your work!
SMALL!WALL,
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WHY BUILD
A RETAINING
WALL
T
idy up a tangle
in your backyard
with an easy-tobuild retaining
wall – it can make your
garden more usable and
visually appealing. Plus,
retaining walls don’t
require much maintenance
and you’ll be able to enjoy
your outdoor ambience
for many years to come.
If your land is sloping or
uneven, a retaining wall
can transform your
outdoor space.
It
• helps create level
areas that are more
usable.
• It prevents soil erosion.
• It presents an
opportunity to include
built-in seating.
It
• creates visual and
textural interest,
especially with your
choice of material.
• You can incorporate
garden beds to add
colour and vibrancy.
• You can use nooks and
crannies in the vertical
area to add extra plants.
colour in
moderation
In a gentle sea of
green, a sufficiency
rather than a
profusion of white
salvia flowers and
bold red canna lilies
are standouts!
go for an eclectic mix
Contrast the simple
nature of the retaining
wall with plants of varied
heights and textures –
plant colourful flowers
so they pop out from
the lush foliage.
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GARDEN!MAKEOVER
EASY STEPS TO BUILDING A RETAINING WALL AND BENCH
Gather your supplies
• 200 x 75mm 2.4m
hardwood sleepers (9)
• 14G x 150mm
galvanised bugle
screws
• 20kg quick-set
concrete (6)
• Drain ma!ing
• 100mm x 8m ag-pipe
• 10mm Blue Metal
aggregate
• Decking stain
You’ll also need
Wrecking bar; spade;
mattock; tape measure;
mallet; stakes; string;
marking spray; post hole
digger; combination
square; pencil; circular
saw; drill; 6mm drill bit;
impact driver; level;
scrap timber; 50mm
exterior screws;
nap roller and tray;
potting mix; plants
Safety notes
• When operating power
tools, wear safety glasses,
mask, and earmuffs, and
tie your hair back. When
appropriate, wear gloves
and protective clothing.
Project notes
• On ends of retaining wall,
install Wall anchors flush
to end of Wall panels.
For connecting Wall panels,
install Wall anchor with half
of Wall anchor on both
connecting panels, secure
2 bugles into both panels.
If you have corners, connect
Wall panels with mitre joint.
Here’s how
STEP 1 Dig out and remove
old retaining wall. Turn over
existing soil with wrecking
bar, spade and ma!ock.
STEP 2 Measure your
Components (for a 4.8m-long retaining wall)
PART
Wall panel
Wall anchor
Seat panel
Seat anchor
Strut
Back
Armrest
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SIZE (IN MM)
2400 x 200 x 75
800 x 200 x 75
1200 x 200 x 75
400 x 200 x 75
400 x 200 x 75
1200 x 200 x 75
400 x 200 x 75
MATERIAL
area and adjust the
Components (see box
below) accordingly, then use
tape measure and mallet to
measure and hammer stakes
into ground at both ends of
garden (with equal distance
from back wall). Run string
between stakes and tie off
at each end. Spray ground
under line with marking
spray, then mark a cross
for 5 Wall anchor hole
positions every 1200mm
(or to suit your garden).
STEP 3 Dig Wall anchor
Hardwood sleeper
Hardwood sleeper
Hardwood sleeper
Hardwood sleeper
Hardwood sleeper
Hardwood sleeper
Hardwood sleeper
QTY
4
5
2
2
2
1
2
holes to 400mm depth with
post hole digger. Shovel
excess soil onto garden bed.
STEP 4 Measure, mark and
cut all Components (see list
below) with tape measure,
combination square, pencil
and circular saw.
STEP 5 Lay a Wall panel flat,
and connect a Wall anchor
at a right angle, flush to le#
end of panel. Predrill 2
diagonal holes through
anchor and into panel, insert
bugles and screw tight with
impact driver. Repeat for
other end of Wall panel with
a 100mm overlap, and a
third anchor across centre
of Wall panel. Repeat for a
second bo!om Wall panel;
connect to first panel at the
anchor with overlap.
STEP 6 With an extra pair of
hands, li# assembled panels
and anchors into anchor
holes. Hammer anchors into
holes with mallet. With
Back
Seat panel
Armrest
Strut
Seat anchor
STEP 3
STEP 8
Wall Panel
Wall anchor
RETAINING WALL DIAGRAM
Photography Brent Wilson, Tiff Bancroft; styling Vanessa Tidy; project James West, Greg Sparke
STEP 5
bugle screws, a!ach
remaining 2 top Wall panels
flush to back of Wall anchors
and on top of lower panels.
STEP 7 To temporarily
brace the retaining wall,
screw a brace (scrap timber)
to side of all Wall anchors,
then a!ach stakes to braces.
Hammer wall until plumb
with mallet and level, then
hammer stakes into ground.
Pour a bag of concrete into
an anchor hole, add water
with hose and mix with scrap
timber. Repeat for all holes,
allow to set. Remove all
braces and stakes.
STEP 8 For drainage, install
drain ma!ing to bed base.
Lay ag-pipe on top, with
pipe leading surplus water
to drain outside of bed, away
from retaining wall. Cover
pipe with aggregate, then
a layer of soil.
STEP 9 Repeat Step 3 to dig
out 2 Seat anchor holes to
200mm depth.
STEP 10 For the bench, put
2 Seat panels parallel with
edges together on a flat
surface. Put Struts across
seat, 300mm in from both
ends. Predrill 4 equally
spaced holes through Struts
and into Seat panels. Install
Seat anchors to underside
of Seat panel, flush with
inner side of Struts and flush
to back. Predrill 2 holes
through Seat panels and into
Seat anchors. Insert screws
and tighten. Lower bench
into holes and hammer in to
secure. Pour half a bag of
concrete into each hole, add
water and mix. Allow to set.
STEP 11 To secure bench to
the wall, predrill 3 equally
spaced holes through front
of Wall panel and into end of
Seat panel. Insert screws
and tighten. Place Armrests
across both edges of Seat
panels and flush with end
of Wall anchors. Predrill
through armrest with
2 diagonal holes. Insert
and tighten screws.
STEP 12 A!ach Back
component flush to ends of
both Armrests. Predrill 2
holes through Back and into
both Armrests. Insert
screws and tighten.
STEP 10
STEP 6
STEP 11
STEP 7
STEP 13 Apply 2 coats of
decking stain to all visible
components with nap roller.
Allow to dry a"er each coat.
Fill garden bed with po!ing
mix and mix in with existing
soil. Plant out plants and
water in with hose.
STEP 12
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CREATIVE!COURTYARD
A
paved outdoor
area is great for
fi"ing in folks
for summer
entertaining, but it can
look dull when the vibrant
personalities of your
friends and family are
absent. Flowers can give it
a li#, and you could always
move your plastic pots into
designer containers, but
they could cost more than
the plants. Save money and
dig up pavers and grass,
then plant blooms for
instant floral fabulousness!
1 make it edgy!
1
Take advantage of the paving
pa"ern to extend a handful
of bricks into the garden beds
– it creates a naturalistic
informality to fit in with your
relaxed entertainment area.
2 magic corner
Foxgloves take you back to
childhood fairytales, with their
cascading bell-shaped flowers
looking like bobbing elves’
hats. Add to the movement,
as here, with fine-leafed
ornamental grass lomandra.
3 raise the bar
The stretch of lawn behind the
low wall served no function,
but now as a garden bed, there
is volume, texture and colour!
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3
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Create a budget-busting garden within your paved courtyard!
CHARLIE ALBONE
Join me as I show you how to create
these garden beds on BHG TV, Friday,
February 2 at 7pm on Channel 7.
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For more landscape tips go to
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CREATIVE!COURTYARD
EASY STEPS TO YOUR COURTYARD GARDEN
Allow your garden
to encroach on your
courtyard to transform
your outdoor space!
Once you’ve dug up
your pavers, re-use
them on other projects!
Gather your supplies
• Organic ma!er
• Selection of plants
• Mulch
Here’s how
STEP 1 Dig up turf and
turn soil with pickaxe.
Dig in organic ma!er.
STEP 2 Measure and
mark out area of paving
to be li"ed.
STEP 3 Li" pavers within
marked area – you may have
to sacrifice the first couple
of pavers.
STEP 4 Remove sand and
road base underneath the
pavers with shovel.
STEP 5 Turn over soil and
dig in organic ma!er.
STEP 6 Arrange plants
until you’re happy with
the display.
STEP 7 Dig holes as deep as
the pots, and twice as wide.
Pour water in holes and,
when water is drained, put
in plants and press soil
gently around plants.
STEP 8 Water soil
and mulch.
spreading the love
As well as planting out both sides of a sun
bed, think about pu!ing shade-loving
plants under it – such as native violets!
BUILD A FIRE PIT
Bricks withstand
heat and this loose
arrangement also
provides oxygen vents.
STEP 5
STEP 1
EDGE A GARDEN BED
Keep it tidy by using
bricks to contain the
soil in your beds.
STEP 2
STEP 6
LINE A LAWN
Bricks stop grass roots
and runners growing
where they shouldn’t.
STEP 3
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Photography Sue Ferris; project James West
You’ll also need
Pickaxe; spade;
tape measure;
marker; shovel
RE-USING$
YOUR$BRICK$
PAVERS$
GARDEN'TRENDS
In your
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Garden Editor
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Cold winter
Enjoy the colours
of summer.
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summer
Gerbera joy
So many bright and
cheerful faces in bold
and vibrant hues.
PLANT NOW
sweet Scabiosa
A must if you want
charming, textured and
whimsical flowers.
FLOWERS
VEGETABLES
ALL ZONES Ageratum
ALL ZONES Beans
(top le"), alyssum,
cleome, cyclamen,
gypsophila, Iceland
poppy, lupin, nigella,
pansy, polyanthus,
primula and verbena.
ZONES 1-3 African
marigold (bo!om
le"), nasturtium,
salvia and sunflower.
ZONES 4-6
Lovely lisianthus
You get elegant,
delicate, ruffled petals
from this annual.
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Cornflower,
dianthus, everlasting
daisy, hollyhock,
statice and stock.
(top le"), beetroot,
broccoli, cabbage,
carrot, le!uce,
leek, radish, spring
onion and zucchini.
ZONES 1-3 Artichoke
(globe), capsicum,
celery, cucumber,
eggplant, pumpkin,
squash, sweet
corn and tomato
(bo!om le").
ZONES 4-6 Brussels
sprout, parsnip
and spinach.
Photography Tony Fawcett, Adobe Stock, Getty Images
In each issue we give ideas, tips and planting advice for
cooler, warmer, we!er and drier areas in each zone, so ask
at your local nursery which zone best matches your conditions.
SUN-LOVING
PETUNIAS.
The flower is the
poetry of reproduction. It
is an example of the eternal
seductiveness of life
JEAN GIRAUDOUX, FRENCH NOVELIST
EVERLASTING
DAISIES HOLD
THEIR COLOUR
WHEN PICKED
AND DRIED.
DIARY DELIGHT
ANNE!FRANK’S!
TREE
While hiding from Nazis
in Amsterdam, Anne
Frank marvelled in
her diary at the view
of a horse-chestnut
tree (Aesculus
hippocastanum),
“...on whose branches
li"le raindrops shine,
appearing like silver”.
Today we are just as
enthralled by this
tree with its striking
white and yellow/
pink blotched blooms.
Unlike the normal
chestnut, its seeds or
“conkers” are inedible,
but its presence is
near unrivalled. While
Anne’s tree blew over
in 2010, others grown
from its seeds thrive
in various places.
GARDEN SECRETS
How to create pots of great Aussie appeal
3
2
1
AUSSIE RULES
Australian plants aren’t
just for the wild and
bush gardens, they
can be enchanting
eye-catchers as pot
plants – and need less
watering than others.
POTS ON PARADE
Kangaroo paws,
compact grevilleas,
correas, paper daisies,
trailing acacias and
striking Banksia
‘Birthday Candles’ are
all ideal for pots.
POT LOGIC
Planting rules include
native-specific po"ing
mix and fertiliser (lowphosphorous content
for banksias), mulching,
regular watering and an
occasional cutback.
KANGAROO
PAW
GARDENING ADVICE
PRUNE and fertilise repeat-flowering roses to trigger an
autumn display. CUT BACK hydrangeas that have finished
flowering. CHECK azaleas for lace bug (rusty brown spots
underneath leaves and silvery on top) and, if present, spray with
insecticide – but check it’s bee-friendly. CONTROL the
sap-sucking insects in vegie gardens by hanging DIY sticky traps
made by layering petroleum jelly thickly on strips of bright
yellow cardboard. DEEP WATER trees if it’s extra dry.
GARDEN"MATTERS
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GROWTH
SPURT
Small space? Go up!
Standing 1.5m high, and
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Mr Stacky’s Smart Farm
Hydroponic Tower
Garden is ideal for
petite spots. In
Stone, Terracotta or
Black, and it comes with a
solar-powered pump, $479,
mrstacky.com.au.
SHIPSHAPE
Smothered in large, glowing mid-pink
blooms with a beguiling myrrh perfume,
‘The Ancient Mariner’ English shrub rose
from David Austin is set to sail into many
gardens. Named for the epic poem, The
Rime of the Ancient Mariner, by Samuel
Taylor Coleridge, it grows up to 1.7m, is
disease-resistant and is a repeat bloomer.
Order now for delivery from April,
davidaustinrosesaustralia.com.
GOOD LOOKS
Easy does it
Beautiful low-maintenance gardens don’t
need to be difficult to achieve. The Easy
Gardening Handbook by Stephanie
Jackson (New Holland Publishers, $35),
shows just how simple it can be with good
ideas by the barrel load, plus advice on
growing 250 of the toughest, most
resilient and drought-tolerant plants.
Art of the matter
Take a visual floral stroll via classical-to-edgy still-life art at
Rearranged: Art of the Flower, at the Museum of Brisbane, in the
iconic Brisbane City Hall, until August 11. In a space reminiscent
of a quintessential Queenslander house, the exhibition presents
the works of more than 20 emerging and established artists such
as Margaret Olley, Vida Lahey, Sarah Rayner and Michael Zavros.
Entry is free. For details, visit museumo!risbane.com.au.
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WHAT’S ON?
GARDEN+CALENDAR
moon guide
Use the phases of the moon to your advantage by following Milton Black’s planting guide
How to use the calendar
FEBRUARY 2024
SUN
MON
TUES
WED
THUR
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Moon enters
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6:36am
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8:59am
Moon enters
Pisces
11:42pm
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Moon enters
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Full Moon
10:30pm
Moon enters
Leo
11:40pm
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Moon 1:00am
Moon enters
Gemini 5:39am
Moon enters
Taurus
1:02am
Moon enters
Cancer
1:24pm
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Moon enters
Aquarius
11:59pm
Moon enters
Capricorn
10:08pm
Moon enters
Sagittarius
4:27pm
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Moon enters
Scorpio
1:09pm
You must plant all ABOVE-ground crops during the moon’s WAXING cycle.
You must plant all BELOW-ground crops during the moon’s WANING cycle.
Times are in Australian Eastern Standard Time, AEST. This applies to NSW, the ACT, Qld, Vic and Tas.
For SA and NT, deduct half an hour. For WA, deduct two hours. During Daylight Saving Time, add - hour.
ZODIAC SIGNS
Aries
The !" signs of the zodiac are divided into
four groups – fire, air, earth and water.
Taurus
Fire signs
Aries and Sagittarius
are in harmony with all
fruit. Leo is in harmony
with nuts and all
seed-producing crops.
Earth signs
Capricorn and Taurus are
in harmony with all root
vegetables that produce
crops below the ground,
including garlic. Virgo is in
harmony with all herbs.
Cancer
Air signs
Libra, Aquarius and
Gemini are in harmony
with plants that produce
flowers and perfumes.
Water signs
Cancer, Scorpio and
Pisces are in harmony
with above-ground
crops, including
trees, shrubs, lawns,
and leafy, juicy and
fleshy vegetables.
Gemini
Leo
Virgo
Libra
Scorpio
Sagittarius
Capricorn
Aquarius
Pisces
Best days
Second-best days
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 sprout, eggplant, lettuce,
celery, silverbeet, spinach, endive, Chinese
cabbage, tomato, cucumber, asparagus crowns,
artichoke, marrow, pumpkin, capsicum, melon,
zucchini, chicory, sprouts, rhubarb, all herbs
(except garlic) and all agricultural crops, such as
sunflower, grains, cereals, canola and cotton.
During these days, you can also plant flowering
shrubs, annuals, flowers (not bulbs), cactus, flax,
tree ferns, passionfruit vines and kiwifruit. Plant all
fruit trees and trees that produce edible nuts, such
as almond, pecan, macadamia and walnut. Grapes
and banana can also be planted during these
times. Take cuttings from established trees and
shrubs, and propagate. This is also a good time for
planting trees and climbers and sowing new lawns.
On these days, sow all seeds and plant seedlings
of root vegetables that grow their crop below the
ground, such as carrot, parsnip, radish, beetroot,
onion, leek, swede, turnip, sweet potato, seed
potato, yam, cassava, peanut, garlic and ginger.
This is a good time to plant flowering bulbs, or
bulbs for propagation and development rather than
flowers. Also, plant bare-rooted trees, to develop
root growth, and refurbish established lawns.
A favourable time for transplanting all types
of established trees, shrubs, ferns and bulbs.
Weed and lightly feed. Water with
seaweed-type products only.
Destroy or spray weeds, pests and noxious
growth. Burn off, cut lawns, do heavy pruning and
clear rubbish – don’t plant or transplant anything.
Prepare soil and fertilise garden beds for future
planting; spread and make compost; feed all
established plants, shrubs and lawns, then water in.
This is the best time for dethatching or coring lawns.
Do not plant or transplant anything, as the
moon is adversely aspected with the sun.
Any questions? Email milton@miltonblack.com.au.
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SEA BREEZE LIVING
Coastal style is undeniably appealing and instantly relaxing, so
give your home that happy holiday feel – no ocean required!
1 CHANNEL CROSSING
Give your deck or fence posts some
love by tying up a shell wreath with
smart nautical ribbon. Fancy making
your own? String together white
cockle shells (with pre-drilled holes)
and a!ach them to a heart-shaped
wire form as you go. Heart-shaped
cockle shell wreath, 30 x 30cm, from
$28.48, buythesea.co.uk. For white
cockle shells with holes and a heart
wreath form, search etsy.com/au.
2 LIVING OUTSIDE
Make like you’re living in the
Med by making over your
outdoor-living space with a
laid-back scheme of coastalinspired pa!erns and a mix of
blue tones. Decorate your
seating area with striped,
plain and pa!erned outdoor
cushions, a weatherproof rug
and hurricane lanterns. If
seeking respite from the
a"ernoon sun, weighted
curtains hung from simple rods
will provide much-needed
shade even as they billow
gently in the breeze.
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3 TRICK THE EYE
Give the illusion of extra space in
small rooms by using a horizontal
stripe wallpaper on a feature
wall. Accessorise with sea-blue
accessories and beach- or
maritime-themed table lamps.
You can even seek out a
sailboat stencil to stencil your
lampshade here and there.
For a similar wallpaper effect,
try peel-and-stick Light Blue
Watercolor Stripes, large scale,
pointdele"re13 Wallpaper by
pointdele"re, from $217.80,
spoonflower.com.
SEASONAL!STYLE
4 DREAM + DRIFT AWAY
FO R!S I M I L AR!S E A!
LI F E!AN D!MAR ITI M E!
ART!P R I NTS!O N!
BOO K!PAG E S "!VI S IT!
ETSY#CO M/AU#
Turn your bedroom into a tranquil retreat by
dressing the bed with light, crisp covers and
sheets in relaxing ocean blues and white.
With windows dressed with plain sheers or
le! bare, you are at liberty to go to town
with pa"ern on the bed, but do mix the
scale of your pa"erns, from large to small.
Choose one showstopper design, then
another two or three medium to small scale
pa"erns to complement the bolder design.
To make a similar pompom-edged
bedcover, search etsy.com for grain sack
fabric with navy stripes. Various pompom
trims, spotlightstores.com.
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Photography Future Publishing. Prices are approximate and a guide only.
It’s perhaps not surprising
that outdoor showers have
surged in popularity the
past few years, as Aussies
seek to recreate the
blissfully carefree feel of
a beach holiday at home.
Your outdoor shower can
be a simple showerhead
fixed to a sun-bleached
timber post, alongside a
whitewashed ladder to
hang towels and washbags,
and keep soaps.
SEASONAL!STYLE
6 LET’S RUN FOR IT
Enjoy a leisurely lunch! Add a dash of coastal colour to your outdoor
table with dainty blue and white flowers and striking striped runners that double
as placemats, as here. Frayed edges lend the se!ing a casual touch. To make a
similar runner, choose a fabric with an open weave (linen, hessian, burlap), then
cut a strip to measure the width of the table plus 80cm for overhang. Fray both
short ends of the runner by about 2.5cm. Sew 1cm-wide double hems on each
long side. Then, at both ends, stitch a straight line across the width of the runner,
slightly above the frayed edge to prevent further unravelling.
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R E S I ST!TH E!U RG E!TO!TR I M!
R AF F IA!E N DS!EVE N LY"!
I M P E R F EC TI O N S!G IVE!
TH I S!P ROJ EC T!ITS!
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BUDGET
FRIENDLY
IDEAS
UPON
REFLECTION
Mirror, mirror on the wall, which is the fairest of them all? Happily you
have more than one to choose with these looking-glass transformations
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for PROJECT
SUPPLIES, see OUR
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CRAFTY!PURSUIT
1 FIBRE ART
This easy-make raffia mirror
suits both a coastal or boho
interior. For this project,
you’ll need a 35cm diameter
plywood mirror (25cm mirror
inset). Use artist’s acrylic
paint mixed with sealer (3:1)
to paint mirror’s plywood
border a colour to match
your wall and let dry. Cut
natural raffia paper ribbon
into 30cm-long strips. Gather
seven or eight strips and fold
in half. Place the folded end
under a 250mm ring to form
a 2.5cm loop pointing toward
the centre of the ring. Tie a
lark’s head knot by passing
the loose ends of raffia over
the metal ring, then threading
them through the loop
before pulling the ends taut
to secure the knot against
the ring. Repeat with more
raffia strips around the entire
ring. For a hanger, use the
hardware that came with the
mirror or tie a loop of jute
or wire to the ring, and tuck
behind the raffia knots. Use
E6000 adhesive to secure
the ring to the mirror’s
plywood border. Let glue
set before hanging.
P L AN!A!
GALLE RY!WALL!
O F!EC LEC TI C!
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2, 3 REFLECTIVE DISPLAY
Mix DIY mirror projects with other wall accents for an arty
collection. You can add a mirror to a handled serving tray or
even a cutting board. Simply run a bead of Selleys Liquid Nails
Mirror, Metal and Glass adhesive around the back edge of
a round mirror tile and secure to the surface of your tray or
board. Let adhesive set. Fix a sawtooth hanger to the back of
the tray or board before hanging. To make a mirror frame from
a sturdy woven placemat, snip the centre of the placemat and
pull the fibre to unravel it until the opening is 2.5cm smaller in
diameter than the mirror. Secure loose end with clear-drying
adhesive. Run a bed of Liquid Nails Mirror, Metal and Glass
adhesive around front edge of a mirror tile, centre, then secure
the placemat on top. Let adhesive set. Thread wood beads onto
string; secure or tie as a hanger to outer edge of placemat.
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SQ U E E ZI N G!I N!
S H E LVI N G?!O PT!FO R!A!
B U I LT- I N #!PART!WALL /
PART!D I S P L AY!U N IT!
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GO RETRO!
Your collectibles will
look less like sca!ered
clu!er if displayed en masse.
Look for a bookcase with
different size cubbies to
accommodate the various
shapes and heights of your
pieces. Be brave – paint the
backing material in hues of
retro teal blue and orange.
ORGANISATION!TIPS
Photography GAP Interiors/Veronica Rodriguez and Colin Poole
Are you overwhelmed
by an abundance of
possessions? Take your
cues from these clever
ideas to showcase,
store and find the ideal
place for all your items!
2
DISPLAY AT PLAY
Seek out unique ways
to show-off your
indoor plants. This timber slat
storage solution will free up
valuable floor space while
offering a delightful visual
display. Easy enough for a
DIYer to emulate (even with
a rounded shelf for heavier
pots), mount it to your wall,
then hook your plants to it.
OR D E R + HAR MONY
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DRESS TO IMPRESS
Alleviate entrance clu"er with a dedicated
spot for coats, shoes, bags... Functional
storage need not compromise your interior style.
Stick to a colour scheme, paper or paint the unit’s
wall to match the room, opt for contemporary hooks
and load up on coordinating storage boxes.
4
6
COMPACT CACHE
Stash your bathing
and beauty products
neatly in a smallish unit that
won’t take up too much bench
or cupboard space. 3-drawer
bamboo storage unit, $12,
kmart.com.au.
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SHELVE IT
When shopping for furniture,
be on the lookout for incidental
storage opportunities, however
small. It all adds up. Coffee tables
are one, floating shelves another.
Storage with open sight lines
enhances the sense of space
within. Lack shelf in White, 190 x
26cm, $69, ikea.com.au. Similar
table, Natural Nibesh Oak Wood
90cm coffee table, $299,
templeandwebster.com.au.
Photography Future Publishing
Utilise the space under your stairs for
a hallway cupboard and/or drawers to
maintain a tidy, streamlined appearance
and a clear pathway to the rooms beyond.
TRIANGULAR MONTAGE
Corral your pictures, prints and photos for
max impact. Instead of the usual gallery grid
arrangement, consider a triangular display of
monochromatic pictures with black frames
and wide white mounts. A clock, decorative
plates or plaques can help keep the shape.
ORGANISATION!TIPS
8
STORE IN STYLE
Your bedroom should feel
like a serene sanctuary, but
when it doubles as your home
office, you may need to get a li"le
creative with storage. A desk can
masquerade as a dressing table
with shelving above for pre"ies
and desktop accessories. Rather
than floating shelves, paper the
interior of hexagonal boxes to suit
your décor. Inexpensive and
pleasing to the eye, lidded baskets
at the end of the bed are perfect
for out-of-season clothing and
bedding. For similar boxes, visit
amazon.com.au.
ORGANISATION!TIPS
9
WINDOW OF
OPPORTUNITY
Missing vital
space to organise your
reading ma!er and fave
possessions? Take
a good look at your
windows. They may
be prime real estate for
built-in shelving. Finish
the shelving level with
the architrave/s or carry
it around and above the
windows. Configure the
base to include window
seats with concealed
storage below that spans
the width of the wall.
Paint the backboard a
shade that highlights
each and every piece.
11
DOLLAR-SMART FACELIFT
Repurpose an old filing cabinet to boost your
bathroom storage. Simply remove the drawers,
pulls and label holders. Apply oil-based primer; let dry; sand;
wipe clean; apply two coats of your desired paint colour with
a sponge roller; let dry; replace hardware. Add suction hooks
to rest a towel bar and bins inside drawers for small items.
10
SUITE OF DREAMS
Plan a study-cum-guest room even if space is tight. Key
to a workable solution is versatile furniture – sofa by
day, bed by night with under-bed drawers for bedding
and cushions to aid the transformation. Hemnes
Day-bed frame (single) with 3 drawers in White, $499,
ikea.com.au. For similar desk, American Trails
Freestanding Ladder Desk with Drawer, Natural
Maple/White, from $657.23, amazon.com.au.
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Photography GAP Interiors/Tria Giovan/architect Stuart Disston/interior
designer Chris Desmone/builder Koral Brothers, Future Publishing
FEET UP
Store cra! and
bits ’n’ bobs out
of sight in a lidded o"oman,
part seat/part storage,
then put your feet up and
rest awhile. Oskarshamn
footstool in Tibbleby Beige/
Grey, $119, ikea.com.au.
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DUAL PURPOSE
Creating a home office in
an open area? Along with
texture for interest and a
calm colour scheme, put
storage at the top of your
shopping list. Overestimate
your needs and make it a focal
point for dinnerware, books
and stationery with a glassdoor flatpack unit you can
transform with paint. Brimnes
combo in White, 160 x 35 x
190cm, $498, ikea.com.au.
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SCANDI COOL
Maximise floor space with useful
vertical storage with ingenious
banque!e seating. Vibing a cool Scandi look?
Note how the white cabinetry frames the blond
timber laminate wall and inset uppers – both
work well with colourful accents.
Tiny bathroom? Try this lofty idea.
Add a shelf above the door. Fix a
bracket either side of the architraves
and then secure a narrow shelf on top.
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ORDERLY LIFE
Be inspired by
25 professional
home organisers’ tips for an
orderly home. Organized
Living by Shira Gill, $59.99,
hache!e.com.au.
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STEP UP YOUR STORAGE
Remodelling? Take it as an opportunity to
incorporate eye-catching stepped ‘shelving’
alongside your staircase for books, vessels,
objects and/or planters. Below, you can
create open or concealed storage, measuring
the same height and width of the stair treads.
HEY PRESTO, IT’S MAGIC!
Now you see it, now you don’t!
A pull-down hideaway bed is a
saviour for cramped studio
apartments or rooms that pull
double duty as a bedroom/study/
cra" room. Off-the-shelf options
offer multiple storage options as
added extras you can configure
to suit. Think overhead cubbies,
wardrobes and bookcases. You
may need to custom-colour it as
most are neutral or wood finishes.
Photography GAP Interiors/Douglas Gibb/Bureaux/Veronica Rodriguez, Future Publishing.
Prices are approximate and a guide only.
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ORGANISATION!TIPS
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A STUDY IN CHIC
Design a serene work
space with blonde
wood furniture and a dusky duckegg blue shade for walls, to bring
out the depth and beauty of the
natural wood grain. Equip your
home office with coordinating
magazine holders, mini drawers,
stationery and storage boxes to
help curb clu"er. And to boost your
creativity? Surround yourself with
vigne"es of exquisitely turned
wood bowls and vases.
FURNITURE!REFURB
Add affordable character and charm to your space by fixing
up a mid-century modern piece and giving it timeless appeal
PAIR YOUR
MID-CENTURY
SIDEBOARD WITH
AN ABSTRACT
WORK OF ART.
BUDGET
FRIENDLY
IDEAS
ust off Nana’s
old dresser or
sideboard, or bag a
bargain doer-upper,
because retro is
back, baby! With a
few tricks of the trade, restore
your piece over a long weekend
and bring it back to life. Sell
it for extra cash, or keep it as
your forever piece! And, once
restored, your golden oldie will
be good for another lifetime.
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FURNITURE!REFURB
EASY STEPS TO RESTORING A VINTAGE SIDEBOARD
Gather your supplies
• Krud Ku!er spray
• Mineral spirits
• Paint stripper
• Wood filling cement
• Danish oil
• Alcohol marker pens
• Dixie Belle gel stain in
American Honey
• Wipe-on poly
• So" wax
• Felt
• Bronze acrylic mirrors
(cut to size)
• Magnetic LED light
You’ll also need
Screwdriver; scouring
sponges; wire wool;
WD40; card scraper;
sponge applicator;
painter’s tape; clamps;
PVA glue; craft needle;
lint-free cloths; 180- and
240-grit sandpaper;
paintbrush; scissors;
double-sided tape;
with an electric sander.
To prevent damage, sand only
with 120-grit sandpaper and
above. Use a block/mouse to
ensure equal sanding
on your flat surfaces, and
always sand in the direction
of the grain.
• Never skip the cleaning and
prep steps. There could be
60+ years of dirt in some
corners, so take your time to
remove. Sanding without this
step will push dirt into the
grain and make it harder to
remove later. With sound
preparation, a piece may often
be refinished without the
need for chemical stripping.
• Take care using paint
strippers. Fast-acting strippers
produce the best results
but are more toxic than
water-based options. Always
follow the directions. Take
appropriate precautions to
protect yourself and family.
Here’s how
STEP 1 Remove all doors,
and drawers from furniture
piece, then remove handles
and hinges. Vacuum
throughout (including base).
STEP 2
STEP 3B
STEP 4
STEP 3A
candle
Safety notes
• When operating power
tools, wear safety glasses,
mask and earmuffs,
and tie your hair back.
When handling paint
stripper and/or chemicals
wear nitrile gloves and
protective clothing.
STEP 5
Project notes
• Veneer is a thin sheet of
hardwood laminated onto a
substrate (this could be solid
hardwood, plywood or
chipboard). It makes up the
majority of furniture from
the 1920s and was used for
its smooth, perfect finish.
Old veneer can be wafer
thin and easily sanded off
STEP 14
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1
Bring ’60s glam to your piece
with mirrors and lighting
detail, then shake up a classic
cocktail for a nip of nostalgia.
Photography Alan Jensen; styling Vanessa Tidy; project Tiff Bancroft
STEP 2 Working one panel
at a time, spray Krud Ku!er
onto piece, then scrub with
scouring sponge. Scrape off
debris with card scraper in
direction of grain. Wipe
down with damp cloth (not
wet); rinse and repeat until
cloth wipes clean. Allow to
dry. Repeat with doors,
drawers, handles and
internal carcass until all dirt
is removed. Scrub metal
hardware with wire wool
and WD40. Polish dry.
STEP 3 Patch any holes with
wood filling cement. Sand
down and repeat step to
cover any shrinkage. Reglue
peeling veneer with PVA
and cra# needle, apply
pressure with tape or
clamps. Allow to dry.
STEP 4 Assess surfaces and
apply paint stripper to any
surfaces with flaking finish
with paintbrush. Use
scraper and cloth to remove
debris. Lightly hand-sand
everything with 180-grit
paper, including insides of
cupboards and drawers.
STEP 5 Wipe down with
mineral spirits to remove
residue, condition the wood
and visually note what the
overall finish will look like
once oiled. Use marker pens
on filled areas to match
tones or grain pa!erns
around patch. Build up
layers for best results.
STEP 6 For contrasting
detail, apply 2 coats gel
stain to handles and legs
with sponge applicator.
Allow to dry a#er each coat.
STEP 7 Saturate all exterior
veneer surfaces with liberal
coat of Danish oil and cloth.
Once fully absorbed in, wipe
away excess oil with cloth.
Allow to dry for 6 hours.
STEP 8 Apply a slurry coat
2 TEAKY BLINDER
Enhance the beauty and depth of aged timber
with Danish oil, and bring your high-quality
furniture right back into the future!
for a smooth and natural
sheen to your finish. To
apply, saturate scouring
sponge with Danish oil and
scrub in circular motion on
top, sides, door and drawer
fronts. Wipe away excess
across the grain so as not to
remove the ‘slurry’ from the
grain. Allow to dry overnight.
STEP 9 Denib surfaces with
2 passes of scouring sponge
to smooth raised grain.
STEP 10 With painter’s
tape, mask carcass to create
a sharp line on finished areas
STEP 11 Pour wipe-on poly
into a container, saturate
a small square of cloth,
then wring excess back into
container. Apply 2 thin,
even coats to carcass top,
sides, carcass front, drawer
fronts, doors, handles and
legs. Denib before final coat.
Remove tape.
STEP 12 Wax drawers and
inside carcasses with cloth.
Rub a candle along drawer
runners to improve slide.
STEP 13 Rea!ach hardware,
handles and doors. Measure
and cut felt to fit drawer
base, apply PVA to base
with paintbrush, a!ach
felt, then smooth flat.
STEP 14 Apply doublesided tape to back of mirror
panels; a!ach to base and
back of drop-down bar.
Install stick-on LED
magnetic light to the
underside of bar top.
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HALL!MAKEOVER
Build a smart hallway
statement piece with easy
assembly using materials
that won’t blow the budget
EASY STEPS TO YOUR BENCH SEAT
Gather your supplies
• 285 x 19mm 2.4m
dressed pine
• 42 x 30mm 2.4m
dressed pine (2)
• 42 x 19mm 2.4m
dressed pine (2)
• Pine wood filler
• Metallic black
acrylic paint
• Water-based satin
top coat
You’ll also need
Tape measure;
combination square;
pencil; circular saw;
straight edge; clamps;
mitre saw; PVA glue;
drill; 8G countersink
smart-bit; 50mm
timber screws; level;
3mm drill bit; scraper;
orbital sander; 120-grit
sandpaper; cloth;
nap roller and tray;
painter’s tape;
scissors; paintbrush
Whether you need a spot to drop your bags while you
unload the car, a handy seat to slip on your shoes, or
a focal point for a plain entrance, a beaut bench seat
is a staple for a busy, modern home. Add shimmer and
glam with metallic details, and balance it with timber.
Then, continue the look on your wall for a grand
entrance and a warm welcome home.
Top slats
Leg
Short brace
Long brace
Back
Base
Components
Part
Size (in mm)
Seat
1150 x 285 x 19
Leg
450 x 285 x 19
Base
250 x 285 x 19
Back
450 x 250 x 19*
Long brace
1150 x 42 x 30
Short brace
225 x 42 x 30
Top slat
323 x 42 x 19
Front slat
450 x 42 x 19
*Ripped from 285mm dressed pine
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Seat
BENCH SEAT DIAGRAM
Front slats
Material
Dressed pine
Dressed pine
Dressed pine
Dressed pine
Dressed pine
Dressed pine
Dressed pine
Dressed pine
Qty
1
1
1
1
2
4
5
5
straight-up style
Extend your bench design
elements to the wall. A!ach
parallel timber lengths to a
plain wall with PVA glue, level,
and use a brad nailer to space
timber lengths with 10mm
gaps to match your bench.
Then, mix metallic charcoal
and timber finishes on the
timber lengths for a cohesive
look to tie in with your bench.
HALL!MAKEOVER
Safety notes
When operating power
tools, wear safety glasses,
mask and earmuffs, and
tie your hair back. When
appropriate, wear gloves
and protective clothing.
Here’s how
STEP 1 Measure, mark
and cut all components
(see Components list on
page 100) with tape
measure, combination
square and pencil. Cut
285mm dressed pine with
circular saw, straight edge
and clamps, and remaining
components with mitre saw.
STEP 2 On a flat surface,
dry assemble a simple
ladder frame with 2 Long
braces and 4 Short braces
(see Diagram page 100). Lay
components with 30mm
edge face down. Apply PVA
glue to ends of all Short
braces, then evenly space
and a"ach to Long braces
with bu" joints on both
ends. To secure joints,
predrill 2 holes through
a Long brace and into
a Short brace with
countersink smart-bit.
Insert 50mm screws and
tighten. Repeat for all
joints. Check square
and level.
STEP 3 Apply PVA glue
along top edge of entire
ladder frame. Lay Seat
flush onto ladder frame
top; clamp until set.
Remove clamp, flip
Seat and ladder frame.
Predrill 6 equally spaced,
countersunk holes along
bo"om of both Long
braces, and through centre
of all braces. With a 3mm
drill bit, drill into all holes,
through braces and into
Seat. Insert screws; tighten.
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BENCH DAZZLE
WITH DECOART
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STEP 4 To a"ach Leg to
Seat, apply PVA glue to end
of Seat and frame, then
predrill 4 equally spaced
holes, 40mm from edge of
Seat, through Leg and into
ladder frame. Set aside.
STEP 5 To construct
the sla"ed box leg, dry
assemble Back and Base
into an L-shape. Apply PVA
glue to one end of Base and
a"ach flush to one end of
Back component with a bu"
joint. Predrill 3 equally
spaced holes along joint,
insert screws and tighten.
Check square.
STEP 6 With a Front slat
and Top slat, assemble an
L-shape. Secure with a
bu" joint, PVA glue and
2 countersunk screws,
10mm from edge. Check
square, then repeat for a
total of 5 paired slats.
STEP 7 To complete box
leg, apply PVA glue along
both ends of all paired slats,
and a"ach paired slats onto
the Base and Back. Position
the pairs 10mm apart, with
outer slats flush with Base
edge. Predrill 2 equally
spaced holes 10mm from
back edge of all slats and
into Back, insert screws and
tighten. Repeat to join slats
to Base. Check box leg is
square and level.
STEP 8 Fill all screw holes
and joint lines with wood
filler and scraper (allow
for filler shrinkage), allow
to dry. Sand all components
(including edges) with
orbital sander and 120-grit
sandpaper till holes are
flush and finish is smooth.
Wipe with damp cloth.
STEP 9 Before final
assembly, apply 2 coats of
water-based top coat to
Seat, Leg and outer braces
with nap roller. Allow to dry
a#er each coat.
STEP 10 Flip box leg Base,
apply PVA glue to underside of Top slats, inner top
edge of Back and inner top
edge of all Front slats.
A"ach Seat face down,
in box leg, flush to edge.
Clamp until dry. Predrill
and screw through edge of
all Front slats and into Seat,
and 3 equally spaced
screws on Back edge.
STEP 11 Repeat Step 8 to
fill and sand all remaining
screw holes on box leg.
Cut painter’s tape to
10mm strips, then mask
Seat between gaps of
all slats. Apply 2 coats of
metallic black acrylic paint
to box leg with paintbrush,
allow to dry a#er each coat.
Remove tape.
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ADAM DOVILE
Join me as I show you how to
create great spaces on BHG TV,
Fridays at 7pm on Channel 7.
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1 From bleak bare bones
to the heart of the home
Period houses have intricate
details like beautiful
casement windows and
beadboard ceilings. Use
these as signature features
and let revamped furniture
and finishes shine and sit
together with the old. Keep
the paint scheme light so it
all blends in seamlessly.
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K
eeping a vigilant eye out for quirky items
to upcycle is a great way to upli" your kitchen
without emptying the coffers – or increasing your
carbon footprint. You can find great steals on both
lightly-used and stalwart furniture pieces, and décor in op
shops and garage sales – or perhaps snag a freebie on the
footpath! If scouring dusty antique stores isn’t your idea of
a fun time, the internet has become a virtual playground
where you can hunt around for one-of-a-kind bargains and
add real character to your interiors. Shop by design styles
or periods that blend in with your space, and narrow down
by price – starting at “under $50”, for instance – to stay on
budget. With all your savings, you’ll be able to buy stylish,
durable and highly practical vinyl floorboards, which are
easy to install. In no time, you’ll have all the functions of
a fully-fi$ed kitchen, but at a fraction of the price.
EASY STEPS TO FIT A KITCHEN
FROM UPCYCLED FURNITURE
Curate your dream kitchen with a haul of odd vintage
cabinets, off-the-shelf timber and slick carpentry tricks.
Gather your supplies
• 2400 x 89 x 19mm
dressed pine
• 2400 x 1200 x 12mm
plywood pine
• 2200 x 600 x 26mm
pine panel
• 65mm benchtop
connectors
STEP 2
2
STEP 3
You’ll also need
Tape measure; mitre
saw; drill; brad nailer;
8G countersink bit;
30mm screws; pencil;
combination square;
track saw; 80-grit
sandpaper; PVA glue;
whitewash; paintbrush;
35mm forstner bit;
hand saw; chisel; router
Safety notes
Use appropriate safety
gear and clothing when
operating power tools,
handling chemicals or
when exposed to dust or
vapours. Hair should be
tied back at all times.
STEP 5
2 light and bright
Achieve a fresh and cohesive look with le"over paint
and elbow grease! Before installation, scrub furniture
throughout with degreaser and scouring sponge to remove
grime, and key your furniture for painting. Wipe down with
damp rag, then sand any flaking finish with sandpaper.
To block stains and provide a hard-wearing finish, mix a
whitewash with 1 part mineral spirits and 2 parts white
oil-based paint. Apply 2 coats, allow to dry a"er each coat.
Clean up old metal handles with wire wool and lubricating
oil. Wipe dry, then apply Rub’n Buff in Antique Gold,
available from spotlight.com.au.
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STEP 7
STEP 6
STEP 8
Project notes
• Before you begin your
build, measure your kitchen
and draw a scale plan of
your layout. Mark out items
that have a fixed location
(oven, door, fridge etc).
• With the remaining space,
choose furniture pieces
to fit under a standard
benchtop (900mm high
and 600mm deep).
• If your upcycled furniture
is too short, determine
what infill cabinetry is
required for a snug fit. Fit
infill boxes of same depth
between furniture pieces
and benchtop for useful
storage and a uniform look.
• To disguise furniture
height discrepancies, trim
legs, add timber box infills
or shims as required.
• Install all furniture flush
to front edge of benchtop
to keep your kitchen fi!ed
and looking harmonious.
Here’s how
STEP 1 Measure furniture
piece to determine infill
requirements. Strengthen
loose joints with predrilled
and countersunk screws.
STEP 2 Adjust height of
furniture piece as required
to accommodate Infill box.
Predrill and screw furniture
to adjoining piece with
screws.
STEP 3 To make a kickstrip,
use a mitre saw to cut
dressed pine to width of
3
furniture piece. A!ach
with brad nailer.
STEP 4 To build an Infill
box, measure, mark and cut
all components (see list
below) with tape measure,
combination square, pencil
and track saw. Sand sawn
edges with 80-grit paper.
STEP 5 With the Base face
up, apply PVA to back and
both side edges. A!ach
Sides flush to edge of Base.
Predrill 3 equally spaced
holes through both Sides
Components for Infill box (to fit cabinet width
400mm, *adjust width for your cabinet )
PART
Base
Side
Back
Top strip
SIZE (IN MM)
400* x 600 x 12
190 x 600 x 12
375* x 210 x 12
375* x 100 x 12
and into Base, insert screws
and tighten. A!ach Back to
Base with top edge flush
with Sides, and 20mm
overhang at bo!om edge.
Predrill 3 equally spaced
holes through Back and into
Base, insert screws and
tighten. Apply PVA to both
ends of Top strip, a!ach to
Sides, flush to front edge.
Predrill 2 holes through
both Sides and into Top
strip, insert screws, tighten.
Apply 2 coats whitewash to
MATERIAL
Plywood pine
Plywood pine
Plywood pine
Plywood pine
QTY
1
2
1
1
3 bed and breakfast
Upcycle a pair of old bedside
tables into complementary
under-bench storage drawers!
inside of Infill box, allow to
dry a"er coats.
STEP 6 Install Infill box on
top with 30mm screws.
A!ach from underside of
furniture top and into Base.
STEP 7 Use dressed pine
cut-to-size as infills for gaps
between furniture pieces.
A!ach with brads.
STEP 8 For benchtop, cut
pine panels to suit with
track saw, connect end-toend or in bu! joint with PVA
and connectors. Bore holes
with forstner bit, then cut
straight section for screws
with hand saw and chisel.
Round edges with router
and secure with screws
from underside of cabinet.
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EASY STEPS TO BUILD A CORNER CABINET
If you need your benchtop to return in a right angle, a made-to-measure corner carcass
helps you get out of a measurement dilemma and is a staple for a wraparound kitchen.
Gather your supplies
• 1800 x 595 x 16mm
white melamine (3)
• 42 x 19mm 2.4m
dressed timber (4)
• Curtain wire kit 2m (2)
You’ll also need
Tape measure; pencil;
combination square;
track saw; mitre saw;
drill; PVA glue; 80-grit
sandpaper; cloth;
clamp; countersink drill
bit; 30mm screws;
level; fabric; wall fixings
Here’s how
Adjust measurements in
Components list (below) to
suit your kitchen.
STEP 1 Measure, mark and
cut all components (list
below) with tape measure,
combination square, pencil,
track saw (melamine) and
mitre saw (dressed timber).
Sand sawn edges with
sandpaper. Predrill 2 holes
10mm from both ends of all
End caps with drill and
countersink drill bit.
STEP 2 To build a carcass
frame, assemble rectangle
with 2 Braces (B) and 2 End
caps (B) with short edge
facing up. Apply PVA to
ends of both Braces and
a!ach End cap with bu!
joints, insert screws, tighten
into Braces. Wipe excess
PVA; repeat for opposite
end. Check square and
level. Repeat for a total
of 2 rectangles.
STEP 3 With End panel B
face down, measure and
mark assembly lines across
width at 300mm and
800mm from top edge.
Position a rectangle flush
to End panel along marked
line and clamp. Predrill
3 equally spaced holes
through Brace and into End
panel. Insert and tighten
screws, remove clamp.
Repeat for other rectangle.
STEP 4 Repeat Steps 2-3
to assemble carcass A with
A components.
STEP 5 Position both
carcasses together with
End panels flush to adjacent
walls. Apply PVA to carcass
Components for cabinet 900 x 900 x 600mm
PART
4
SIZE (IN MM)
End panel A
Brace A
End cap A
Shelf insert A
End panel B
Brace B
End cap B
Shelf insert B
875 x 595 x 16
565 x 42 x 19
900 x 42 x 19
900 x 595 x 16
875 x 595 x 16
565 x 42 x 19
300 x 42 x 19
300 x 595 x 16
A End cap and a!ach to
carcass B Brace with a bu!
joint. Clamp together.
Predrill 3 equally spaced
holes through carcass B
Braces and into carcass A
End caps to a!ach. Check
level.
STEP 6 To a!ach carcasses
to wall, predrill through top
corner timber components
flush with wall. Drill 3
holes on both adjacent
components and into wall.
Insert appropriate fixings
for your wall type. Check
level. Place all Shelf inserts
across timber rectangles.
STEP 7 Predrill and install
curtain kit eye screws to top
ends and centre of cabinet
opening. Cut and sew a
25mm hem on both ends of
fabric to make a curtain,
thread wire through top
hem and a!ach a hook
to both ends of wire.
Hook wire into eye
screws to complete.
MATERIAL
Melamine
Dressed timber
Dressed timber
Melamine
Melamine
Dressed timber
Dressed timber
Melamine
QTY
1
4
4
2
1
4
4
2
4 shed bounty
Raid your shed for a spare
fence paling or similar, then
cut into shelves to fit your
wall nook. Sand smooth with
orbital sander and paint to
match your whitewashed
cabinetry with oil-based
whitewash. A!ach a couple of
white timber brackets to the
wall with suitable fixings, level
and drill, and complete your
bargain shelves for under $30.
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STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 5
5 GET your GROOVE ON
Save cash on plastering and install
V-groove panels, fast. They hide flaws
and add texture to your décor. To cut
panels, score a line with straight edge
and utility knife, then snap apart.
A!ach to wall with gyprock adhesive
and brad nailer. Fill gaps with caulk
and paint panels white.
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EASY STEPS TO YOUR
PORTABLE BREAKFAST BAR
Convert an old dresser into a practical, yet oh-so-pre"y
furniture piece that easily folds and stows away.
You’ll also need
Old dresser; tape
measure; pencil;
combination square;
circular saw; 4mm
timber strip; nails;
hammer; jigsaw;
120-grit sandpaper;
drill; selection of drill
bits; snips; towel hooks
FIT THE FRONT LEGS OF YOUR
REPURPOSED DRESSER WITH LOCKING
CASTORS TO KEEP IT SECURE.
6
6 clutter control
Turn a pre-loved period
dresser into a kitchen
island. Add castors so you
can neatly tuck it under the
bench when not in use.
7 legs eleven
Salvage old table legs and
use as a benchtop support.
Predrill into centre of
leg top and a"ach to a
70 x 70mm timber support
with dowel screws. A"ach
support to underside of
benchtop, then glue and
screw through support
and into benchtop.
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Here’s how
STEP 1 To make a folding
leaf, measure, mark and cut
a Tasmanian oak panel to
450mm depth and the
same length as top of
dresser with tape measure,
pencil, combination square
and circular saw. With 4mm
timber strip, bend a curve
to line up ends with back
corners of panel. Hold in
place with nails, then trace
the curve onto panel with
pencil. Remove strip and
nails, then cut along pencil
line with jigsaw. Use one of
the 2 offcuts for a folding
bracket. Sand edges of leaf
panel.
STEP 2 Flip dresser and
drill into centre and insert
sockets on all legs. Set
castor inserts aside.
STEP 3 Trim piano hinge to
length of dresser with snips,
then line up on straight
edge of leaf and mark screw
holes. Predrill holes and
a"ach piano hinge to leaf.
Line up hinge to edge of
dresser top (at back of
dresser), and repeat
method to a"ach leaf.
A"ach bracket to centre of
dresser back with piano
hinge, so when extended,
the leaf is flat. Prepare and
paint your piece (see Light
and Bright on page 106). To
complete, a"ach towel
hooks to side and insert
castor inserts to sockets.
STEP 1
STEP 3A
STEP 3B
Photography Alan Jensen; styling Vanessa Tidy; projects Karenza Jewell, Greg Sparke
Gather your supplies
• 1200 x 600 x 19mm
Tasmanian oak panel
• Brass piano hinge (2)
• 40mm socket castor
wheels (4)
8 stroke of genius!
If your space lacks an a!ention-grabber,
create one – at no cost. Find a free ‘public
domain’ image, print it, resize it, then glue it
to a square piece of board and hang.
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PULLING
DOUBLE DUTY
Use your favourite fabric and a little DIY nous to turn your old timber coffee table
into a plush and flexible furniture piece with a vintage vibe – what’s old is new again!
STEP 4
You’ll also need
Small, old timber
coffee table; degreaser
spray; pen; cloth;
120-grit sandpaper;
paintbrush; tape
measure; combination
square; pencil; circular
saw; scissors; staple
gun and staples;
painter’s tape; ruler;
hammer; drill;
40mm screws
STEP 5
STEP 6
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EASY STEPS TO UPCYCLE
YOUR COFFEE TABLE
Safety notes
• When operating power
tools, wear safety glasses,
mask and earmuffs, and tie
your hair back.
• Spray-paint your table
in a well-ventilated area,
preferably outside.
Here’s how
STEP 1 Clean coffee table
with degreaser and damp
cloth. To provide a key for
paint, lightly sand any shiny
surfaces with 120-grit
sandpaper. Shake chalkfinish spray paint can well,
then spray coffee table with
2 even coats. Allow to dry
a"er each coat.
STEP 2 For a distressed
look, use sandpaper to scuff
corners and edges. Once
you’re happy, apply a coat
of water-based varnish with
a paintbrush for extra
protection. Allow to dry.
STEP 3 Measure coffee
table top, then cut MDF to
same size with tape measure,
combination square, pencil
and circular saw.
STEP 8
STEP 4 Lay fabric right
side down, lay the wadding
on top, then foam, then
MDF as final layer. Wrap
wadding around sides of
foam to reach the back of
MDF. Cut out corners of
wadding then staple
to back of MDF board.
STEP 5 Ensure your fabric
pa#ern is even. Working
50mm out from each
corner, staple fabric to
MDF board along one side.
Repeat for opposite side,
pulling fabric taut as you
staple. Repeat for
remaining 2 sides.
STEP 6 For the corners,
pull the fabric point and
staple to MDF. Trim excess,
then tuck in sides to neaten,
complete with staples.
STEP 7 Use painter’s tape,
ruler and pen to draw a
straight edge on sides
of o#oman to mount
decorative nails. Hammer
equally spaced nails along
the line, halfway into the
o#oman, carefully tear tape
around nails to remove,
hammer nails all the way in.
STEP 8 Flip coffee table
and lay onto MDF base.
Line up square, then predrill
into all corners from
underside of table and into
MDF base. Insert screws
and tighten with drill.
Photography Sue Ferris; project Chris Cort
STEP 1
Gather your supplies
• MDF panel
1200 x 900 x 12mm
• Chalk-finish spray
paint
• Water-based clear
varnish
• 60mm mediumdensity foam cut to size
• Wadding cut to size
• Upholstery fabric of
your choice
• Decorative
upholstery nails
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Sitting pretty
Put a wooden tray filled
with flowers, a candle,
books and decos on top of
your customised o!oman
so it doubles as a chic
coffee or side table. This
space-saving accent piece
also works as a padded
footrest or additional
seating, creating an extra
layer of comfort in your
living room.
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THE MAGIC OF
T I L E C R AF T
Wow with tiles in a myriad of colours, patterns, sizes
and finishes. Master your tiling skills with simple
décor projects before tackling larger redos
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Rescue a tired or dated coffee
table from the scrap heap with
feature tiles. If the tiles don’t
fit your tabletop exactly, use
border tiles to frame and fill out
the gap between your feature
tiles and the table edge.
Instructions on page 118
4 M O SA I C M I R R O R
Give a basic framed mirror a style boost with
dry-set marble tiles and accent moulding.
Remove mosaic tiles from mesh backing. Starting
at the corners only, lay out tiles in a herringbone
pa!ern. When happy with corner placements,
position tiles along the sides to create a brick-like
pa!ern. If there are any gaps, use a tile snip to cut
tile to fit (wear eye protection). Remove one tile
at a time, add a small bead of superglue, and
secure to the frame. Continue until all pieces are
a!ached. Using a mitre box and saw, cut four
lengths of decorative moulding to size in order to
trim the inner edges of your tiled frame. Similar
tiles: Decor8 Tiles 305 x 325 x 10mm White
Marble Herringbone Carrara Mosaic Tile,
$25.80/sheet, bunnings.com.au.
HAVE YOUR FURNITURE OR PROJECT
MEASUREMENTS IN HAND WHEN SHOPPING FOR
TILES. SELECT A TILE FORMAT AND SIZE THAT
REQUIRES FEW CUTS TO FIT. GRIDDED MOSAICS OF
25 AND 12.5MM SQUARES ON MESH NETTING ARE A
FLEXIBLE CHOICE FOR MANY PROJECTS AND CAN
BE CUT TO SIZE WITH HEAVY-DUTY SCISSORS.
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3
2 GRAPHIC PLANTERS
Encaustic tiles make striking containers for indoor
and outdoor plants. Use a mitre box and saw to cut
18 x 18mm square dressed pine to tile height. A!ach
dowels to sides of two tiles with clear glue; clamp.
Once set, glue and clamp remaining sides. Use a basic
tile as a planter base to rest your pot plant on. To
ensure water drainage does not become an issue, opt
for an easy-to-remove plastic saucer under your pot.
3 BAC K IT U P W IT H P I C K E T S
Update a versatile, well-made but tired bookcase
with tiles, as here. First sand, prime, then paint it
before applying picket tiles to the backing board.
Lay the bookcase on a flat, protected surface and fit
tiles, using tile spacers. As the tiles aren’t square, cut
edge pieces with a tile saw. When happy with your
design, move tile arrangement to side of your
project. Spread a thin layer of tile adhesive on back
of first shelf’s opening. Position tiles with spacers.
Repeat for remaining openings. Let set as per
manufacturer’s directions. Spread grout over the
tiles with a tile float, removing excess and residue
with a damp tile sponge. Similar tiles: Decor8 Tiles
250 x 313mm Picket Carrara Gloss Porcelain
Mosaic Tile, $12.90/sheet, bunnings.com.au.
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S I M U L ATE!A!M ITR E D!
E F F EC T!AT!E AC H!CO R N E R!
BY!P L ACI N G!TI LE S!I N!A!
H E R R I N G BO N E!PAT TE R N "
PENNY
ROUND!TILES
ARE!COST
SAVVY
AND!WON’T
NEED!
CUTTING!TO
FIT!YOUR!
BOOKCASE
LOOK FOR
A SHORT
BOOKCASE
FOR STABILITY.
IF YOU USE A
TALLER STYLE,
SECURE IT TO
THE WALL SO
IT DOESN’T
TIP OVER.
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An online bargain coffee table could be the
perfect candidate for a tile faceli# . Planning
is key for this type of project. When shopping
for tiles, map out all your design options on graph
paper to determine the easiest fit. Cut scrap paper
to the size of your selected tile and lay out your
design allowing for grout between each tile. With
your visual cue in place, determine any tile cuts
and whether border tiles might be needed to fill
gaps in the layout. Once all your materials are
assembled, position the tiles (with spaces in
between) as per your paper design on a protected
work surface. Apply a thin layer of tile adhesive to
the tabletop. Aiming for bu! joints at the corners,
for ease, apply border tiles first with spacers.
Then, adhere the larger centre tiles, adjusting
spacing, as needed. Let tile adhesive set. Before
grouting, protect the table’s wood surface with
painter’s tape. Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions to apply and clean grout.
Remove painter’s tape and let the table take
centrestage. Olden Pink 200 x 200mm tiles,
$127.10/sqm, groovetiles.com.au. Tile spacers,
adhesive and grout, bunnings.com.au.
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6
5 S C I N TI L L ATI N G C E N T R E P I E C E
6 AT YO U R S E RV I C E
Transform a single tile or a portion of a mosaic sheet
into a tray or trivet. Cut a thick, sturdy piece of
plywood to fit tile/s size plus trim. Use Selleys Liquid
Nails to a!ach tile/s to centre of plywood. Paint
timber quad; let dry. Grout between tiles if using
mosaic; let dry. Gluing it in place, use quad to frame
tile/s with 45-degree mitred corners. Clamp until set.
A!ach felt pads to bo!om to protect your tabletop.
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Prices are approximate and a guide only.
This sweet tiled vase is perhaps the easiest DIY
project ever. The trick is finding a glass cylinder vase
(about 7.5cm tall by no more than 9cm dia.). Mark a
vertical guide line from top to bo!om. Lay a mosaic
sheet of either 10, 12.5 or 25mm square tiles (from tile
stores) on a flat surface. Position vase at one edge of
mosaic sheet ensuring it aligns with the guide line.
Cut mosaic sheet to vase height or slightly taller.
Roll sheet around vase, trim any excess at back join,
then secure ends with painter’s tape temporarily.
Working with one vertical end at a time, a!ach
mosaic sheet to vase with clear adhesive; tape
until set; repeat for other end of mosaic sheet.
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This semi-circular three-tier organiser
is invaluable for storing makeup and
jewellery stylishly. For agile access, the
drawers rotate 360 degrees. Umbra
Moona storage box in White/Natural,
27 x 15 x 18cm, isalbi.com.au.
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Keep itsy-bitsy clu"er at bay with
these seagrass Amalfi Pali baskets in
Natural/Black, 40 x 40 x 25cm and
30 x 30 x 20cm, set/2, isalbi.com.au.
Plume palette
Calling all creative buffs! Immerse
yourself in the artisanal allure of this 3D
art piece, impressively constructed from
a myriad of paper feathers. It will elevate
your interiors – hallway, bedroom or
living room – with its ethereal charm.
Society Home Paper Feather wall art,
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Dress your windows with the
divine Tuiss V&A William Morris
Pimpernel Teal S-fold curtain,
from $187, and V&A William Morris
Willow Jade Roman blind, from
$125. Opt for motorised blinds
as they offer effortless control
with the Tuiss SmartView app,
blindsonline.com.au.
Prices are approximate and a guide only.
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AND ORDER
Combine the look and feel of
natural timber with the strength
and durability of aluminium
with this easy-install decking,
available in 14 finishes. It’s lowmaintenance, won’t rot or warp,
and is termite-proof! DecoDeck
134mm in DecoWood Curly
Birch, POA, deco.net.au.
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1 HANG OUT
Get into the swing of things
with a hanging planter
platform. Using a drill bit,
make holes large enough to
thread twine through, drill six
equally spaced holes through
a live-edge wood slice (try
etsy.com/au for similar).
Determine your hanging
height, then double it and
add about another 30cm. Cut
three pieces of twine to this
length. Thread twine through
three of the drilled holes,
leaving about 10cm below the
slice; thread a wood bead
onto the short end and knot.
Thread other end of twine
through opposite hole, add a
bead and knot. Repeat with
two remaining strands. Hang
from an S hook, adjusting for
height. Trim ends of twine.
THRIFTY CHIC
Express your creative genius with clever décor pieces you can make for
next to nix for inside and out, then wait for the compliments to roll in!
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2 CENTRE OF ATTENTION
Light up your patio with stylish candleholders. Screw or
glue together two square wood bases, one slightly
smaller than the other. Removing the pointy ends, cut
four wood garden stakes (from nurseries) to desired
height – these lanterns are 30cm and 35cm high. Cut
8 stake pieces to fit between the 4 upright stakes, top
and bo!om; glue together. Once set, drill, then screw
vertical uprights to the base. Add a glass votive and
candle. To make tealight holders, dip individual petals
from disassembled artificial flowers into a plaster
of Paris mix and arrange on waxed paper.
PLASTER OF PARIS SETS QUICKLY BUT
YOU’LL NEED TO GIVE IT PLENTY OF
TIME TO CURE. USE A DISPOSABLE
CONTAINER WHEN MIXING, AS THE
PLASTER CAN CLOG YOUR DRAIN.
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clay pots,
inside and
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terracotta
sealer
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BRUSH A COAT OF
ACRYLIC PAINT ON
A TERRACOTTA
POT. WHEN DRY,
SAND FOR A RUSTIC
LOOK. PLUG THE
POT’S HOLE
BEFORE POURING
CANDLE WAX.
4 POTS OF
PERFECTION
Small terraco!a pots
are terrific vessels for
scented candles. If you
wish, paint the pot first or
leave it au naturel. Plug
the drainage hole with
Blu-Tack, then secure
the tab of a pre-waxed
co!on candle wick in
place. Pour soy candle
pellets into a double
boiler. Melt, then remove
from heat. When wax
cools a li!le, add your
fave essential oil and
blend well. Pour melted
wax into pot. Let set. Let
candle cure for about 24
hours before lighting it.
Candle supplies,
spotlightstores.com.
Prices are approximate and a guide only.
3
Show off your beach
finds with a simple
frame. Arrange shells
in a desired shape, or a
mandala-like effect, on
a square wood tray or
picture frame. Anchor
your look with larger
shells and fill in with
smaller pieces. A series
of circles with similar size
shells in each layer works
best. Using tweezers,
li# each shell and glue
in place with clear
adhesive. Let the glue
set before displaying.
PS Remember not to
collect shells with any
living organisms. To
supplement your beach
finds, search online for
strands of small shells as
well as bags of mixed
shells at pandahall.com
or etsy.com/au. Anko
photo frame in Oak
Look 8 x 8in (photo),
10 x 10in (frame), $7,
or Beachport photo
frame in Oak Look
8 x 8in (photo),
16 x 16in (frame), $12,
kmart.com.au.
IN!A!WEEKEND
5 BOXING OUT
Create simple yet effective display cases to
showcase your artwork, plants or both. For each
case, cut a 184W x 19mm-thick x 2.4m-long
dressed pine board into four pieces: two at 75cm
and two at 45cm. Screw boards together with bu"
joints to build a box. Stand upright, or place one
box on top of another to create shelves. Pine
dressed premium grade 184 x 19mm x 2.4m,
$31.06 each, bunnings.com.au.
SET UP A DISPLAY ON A HALL OR CONSOLE
TABLE IN YOUR ENTRYWAY OR LIVING
ROOM. STYLE WITH POTTED PLANTS,
ARTWORK, EVEN BOOKS.
DIY!STORAGE
When it’s time to get back
to the classroom, the
whole fam needs to get
their act together. This
stylish makeover will
help you do just that!
A
s the new school year
returns, so do the
backpacks, uniforms,
sports gear and piles of
paperwork. Before your entrance
and other rooms start looking like
Category-4 hurricane zones, put in
place a few kid- and décor-friendly
organisation strategies – drop-off
spots, convenient storage and
functional command centres. But
every day is different and so is every
family. By creating simple solutions
that suit your space and budget, you
can take the challenge out of ge"ing
the young ones in and out the front
door. There’s still time before they
hit the classroom, so start tackling
this DIY project now to kick off the
school year right.
1 out of sight, out of mind
There’s a reason the entryway of your
home is o#en called a “drop zone” – your
kids likely drop everything right on the
spot when they walk in the door. But you
can easily hide the clu"er with a clever
twin-compartment storage bench.
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2 just hang in there!
The more hooks, the merrier.
Consider adding one hook
for each member of the
family. Use the area above as
a pre!y display of your kids’
masterpieces, or turn it into a
central organiser area with a
calendar and reminder notes.
DIY!STORAGE
EASY STEPS
TO ENTRYWAY
STORAGE
Get organised for the
new school year with an
easy-to-build storage
solution for your foyer.
STEP 2
STEP 4
STEP 5
Gather your supplies
• Kaboodle 600mm
slimline cabinet (2)
• Kaboodle slimline
cabinet hinge pack
• Kaboodle 600mm
gloss white modern
slimline door (2)
• 2400 x 1200 x 12mm
pine plywood
• 42 x 11mm 5.4m primed
pine moulding
• 42 x 19mm 1.8m
dressed pine
• 89 x 19mm 1.8m
dressed pine
• 30 x 30mm 2.4m
Scotia pine moulding
• White water-based
enamel paint
• Black double robe
hooks (4)
• Leather handles (2)
• 50mm castor wheels
with brakes (4)
You’ll also need
Screwdrivers; hammer;
drill; 10G countersink
drill bit; 30mm screws;
tape measure;
combination square;
pencil; track saw; mitre
saw; 80-grit sandpaper
and block; cloth; PVA
glue; 20 and 30mm
bullet nails; clamps; nail
punch; wood filler; pu!y
knife; primer; nap roller;
drill bits; 12G 30mm
hex screws
Components
PART
STEP 6
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Backboard
Horizontal strip
Vertical strip
Back trim
Top trim
Scotia trim
End panel
Front panel
Project notes
• Install gas li" fixings on the
top inside of the cabinets to
prevent trapped fingers!
• Simplify the job and get
components cut to size
when you buy your timber.
Safety notes
When operating power
tools, wear safety glasses,
mask, and earmuffs,
and tie your hair back.
When appropriate,
wear rubber gloves and
protective clothing.
Here’s how
STEP 1 Assemble 2 slimline
cabinets with fixings
provided in packaging. With
cabinets side by side and
short ends of cabinets flush
together, predrill 4 holes
(30mm from each inside
corner), through one
cabinet and into the
adjoining cabinet. Insert
30mm screws and tighten.
STEP 2 With double
cabinet facing up, follow
packaging instructions to
a!ach hinges and gas li"
openers to both cabinets
(so both doors open from
top). Assemble both doors
and hinges, then a!ach to
cabinet hinges. Set aside.
STEP 3 Measure, mark and
cut all components (see list
below) with tape measure,
combination square, pencil,
SIZE (IN MM)
1200 x 1500 x 12
1200 x 42 x 11
1158 x 42 x 11
1200 x 42 x 19
1200 x 89 x 19
1200 x 30 x 30
300 x 360 x 12
1200 x 300 x 12
track saw and mitre saw.
With 80-grit sandpaper
and block, sand all sawn
edges and around all
corners, then sand front
face of all pine plywood
components. Wipe dust
with damp cloth. Set aside
End panels and Front panel.
STEP 4 Lay Backboard flat
and face up. Apply PVA
along length of a Horizontal
strip and a!ach flush to
bo!om edge of Backboard.
Clamp, then hammer 5
equally spaced nails
through Horizontal strip
and into Backboard. Repeat
for second Horizontal strip,
300mm from bo!om edge.
STEP 5 Repeat Step 4 to
a!ach a Vertical strip flush
to both sides of Backboard
and bu!ed onto Horizontal
strip. A!ach remaining 3
Vertical strips, equally
spaced so all 5 strips have
even spacing between.
STEP 6 Apply PVA along
length of Back trim, then
a!ach flush to the top edge
of the Backboard. Clamp,
then hammer 5 equally
spaced 30mm nails
through Back trim and into
Backboard. Apply PVA
along edge of Top trim,
reclamp, and a!ach with
8 equally spaced 30mm
nails in a zigzag, to Back
trim and Backboard.
Unclamp. A!ach Scotia trim
MATERIAL
Pine plywood
Primed pine
Primed pine
Dressed pine
Dressed pine
Scotia pine moulding
Pine plywood
Pine plywood
QTY
1
2
5
1
1
1
2
1
DIY!STORAGE
STEP 8
STEP 9
3 finishing touch
Cut a piece of foam to fit over
the bench and cover in a
complementary upholstery.
Now your li!le ones can
comfortably sit as they take
off or put on their shoes.
to Top trim and Back trim
with PVA glue and 5 nails.
STEP 7 Punch nails then
fill with wood filler and pu!y
knife. Allow to dry, then
sand smooth. With a nap
roller, apply primer to all
bare timber components
(including panels), allow
to dry. Apply 2 coats of
water-based enamel to
all components, allow to
dry a"er each coat.
STEP 8 Li" and assemble
double cabinet flush with
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edge of Backboard and
Horizontal strips. Predrill 4
holes in back panels of both
cabinets, 30mm from all
internal corners. Insert
screws and tighten.
STEP 9 Clamp End panel to
side of double cabinet, then
predrill 4 holes through
cabinet and into panel.
Insert screws and tighten.
Repeat for opposite End
panel and Front panel.
STEP 10 Predrill and screw
4 robe hooks 50mm down
from Back trim and centred
between the Vertical strips.
Use screws from packaging.
Repeat to a!ach leather
handles to centre of both
doors, 10mm from edges.
To a!ach castors to corners
of cabinet, line up castor
bracket flush to cabinet
corner, predrill through all
assembly holes (16 total),
insert hex screws and
tighten. Apply brakes to
castors. Stand your hall
organiser up to complete.
STEP 10B
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how to rein in your spending when you’re on holidays
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TRAVEL INSURANCE
Planning on travelling
more than once a year?
Instead of buying travel
insurance each time,
consider purchasing
annual coverage instead,
it may end up cheaper.
Generally, travel
insurance is a must when
you’re going overseas.
Per smarttraveller.gov.
au, “If you can’t afford
insurance, you can’t
afford to travel.”
TRY ALTERNATIVE
ACCOMMODATION
RENT A VAN
FROM $1 A DAY
We all know about Stayz and
Considering forking out
Airbnb, but increasingly the
the big bucks to buy a
prices (not to mention the
campervan? Before you
cleaning up) make them less commit, try this hack. You
appealing. Why not consider can rent a camper, RV or
staying above a pub in a
car from just a dollar a day
country town, where there’s if you’re willing to relocate
friendly hospitality, and a
the vehicle. Jump online
great pub meal? Or consider to Imoova and see what is
taking a look at the latest in currently available – it could
hostels. YHA, for instance, be a short trip from Sydney
offers rooms for families and to Canberra or something
has hotel-like comforts and longer such as Adelaide to
views. And if you become
Brisbane, with fuel costs
a member you can benefit thrown in. For an affordable
from deeper discounts,
$1 a day, the adventures
visit yha.com.au.
are endless, visit
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WORDS OF WISDOM
Live life with no excuses,
travel with no regret
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SAVING TIPS
SURE-FIRE
REPOSITIONING
WAYS
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CRUISE
If youAhave
the
time for a
PAYRISE
longer journey, consider
a one-way repositioning
cruise. Every spring and
autumn, cruise lines
move their ships around
the world, so often you
can get good deals on
interesting itineraries out
of or to Australia.
DRINKS PACKAGE
Pre-purchasing that
pricey drinks package
(which can include
alcoholic beverages,
soft drinks, coffee and
tea) is not always a great
idea. Simply count the
number of days the ship
is in port compared to
the number of days the
ship is at sea and average
it out to work out if it’s
worth it for you.
SPA TREATMENTS
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take into consideration your personal circumstances.
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by the price? Look for
specials on port days,
they often have halfprice deals. Book in for
an early spa treatment
before you go out and
explore, or early evening
after a long day.
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BETTER!BEAUTY
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once considered
an occasional
treat, not anymore.
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play a pivotal role in how
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most important steps to
maintaining healthy skin,
so what good are masks?
For a start they can
deliver an intensive burst
of nourishment, help to
manage skin concerns,
such as dryness and
breakouts, and they can
give your skin a refreshing
pick-me-up. On top of
that, if used regularly
they can continue to help
improve the condition and
appearance of your skin.
1 Cleanse your skin
All masks do their best
work, including LED
devices, when applied to
skin that’s free of makeup,
daily grime, sunscreen and
moisturisers.
2 Check the details
Read the product
directions to find out how
long your mask should
stay on for. If it’s left on
for too long it may cause
unnecessary irritation.
KNOW WHAT
YOU’RE USING
High-priced masks aren’t
necessarily high quality,
and on the other end
of the scale, cheap and
cheerful masks can be
loaded with ingredients
such as fragrances and
dyes. So, read the labels,
and if you’re unsure, ask
at a pharmacy or beauty
counter, or go online and
check out the reviews.
1
Clay masks
From lush creams to high-tech LED devices, there’s
a mask for every skin concern, type preference and
budget. You may even find there’s a role for a few
different types of masks in your skincare arsenal.
BEFORE MASKING
Hydration Mask, $30, BB
Skin Bali Body.
2
3
4
Cream/gel masks
These are easy to use
and most skin concerns
are covered. Depending
on the formulation, a
cream/gel mask can be
nourishing, purifying,
firming, cleansing,
exfoliating, you name it!
Choose one to suit your
needs. Also, check the
label for directions on how
close to your eyes you can
apply it and how long it
should stay on for.
1 Skin Revival Plus
Vegan Collagen Mask
Set, $78, Minenssey.
2 Lip Perfecting Mask,
$49, Aspect. 3 Expert
Revitalise Hyaluronic
Jelly Mask,
$79, Skinstitut.
4 Vitamin
5
If breakouts are an issue,
clay masks can help to
reduce the frequency.
Clay can absorb impurities
and help give your skin
a deeper cleanse, and in
doing so help to keep your
pores free of congestion
and pesky blemishes.
Apply the mask over your
whole face if necessary, or
just on problem areas.
5 Deep Cleanse
Antioxidant Masque,
$90, Mukti Organics.
6 Umbrian Clay Purifying
Mask, $38, FRESH.
7 Oil Balancing Mask
with Red Clay, $64,
Arbonne. 8 Divine Ritual
Clay Mask, $80, Purely
Byron. 9 Clear Deep
Detox Charcoal Mask,
$15.95, Natio.
7
9
6
8
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16
13
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12
17
15
14
11
Leave-on
masks
Wearing a mask
overnight means
you'll get maximum
benefits. Some are
specifically designed
to be left on, but
hydrating masks
can also be slept in.
Just be sure to allow
about 15 minutes for
it to absorb into your
skin before your face
hits your pillow.
10 Beauty
Sleep Power Peel,
$134.95, Alpha-H.
11 Cherry Blossom
Sleeping Mask, $64,
Jelly Ko. 12 SOS
Hydra Face Mask,
$58, Clarins.
13 Hydroxy
Overnight Mask,
$55, ESK.
Exfoliating
masks
Grainy scrubs are
one way to remove
surface dead skin,
but these are better.
Masks with chemical
exfoliants, for
example enzymes,
skin-refining salicylic
acid and AHAs, such
as lactic and glycolic
acid, are an effective
way to achieve a
clearer, brighter
complexion.
14 Salicylic
Acid 2% Masque,
$21.90, The Ordinary.
15 2 in 1 Face
Exfoliant + Mask,
$69.99, Clémence
Organics. 16 Fruit
Enzyme Mask, $79,
Aesthetics Rx.
17 Jojoba & Enzyme
Radiance Mask,
$39.95, The Jojoba
Company.
19
18
20
Sheet masks
For less mess and
more convenience,
these are the go.
Once removed from
the packaging, you
simply place the
sheet over clean
skin and leave it for
the recommended
duration, then toss
it when the time is
up. Different masks
are formulated to
address particular
concerns, either for
the whole face or
problem areas.
18 Pick-Me-Up
Biodegradable Eye
Masks, pack of 7,
$39.99, Kenzina.
19 Hydra Balance
Bio Cellulose Sheet
Mask, $31, Biologi.
20 Facial Plumping
Sheet Mask, $25,
Wrinkles Schminkles.
21 Wrinkle Reset
Smoothing Neck
Patch, $14.90,
Skin Control.
LED masks
These types of
masks enable you
to do pro-like skin
treatments at
home. They use
highly effective
FACE MASKS CAN
HELP YOUR SKIN
IN A VARIETY OF
WAYS, SO THEY’RE
COMPLEMENTARY
TO YOUR DAILY
SKINCARE REGIME
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22
23
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light wavelengths to
address particular
concerns and may
help improve the
skin’s overall
appearance, tone
and texture, and
promote clarity. Keep
in mind, you’ll need
to use an LED mask
several times a week
for a few months
before you’ll see
any results.
22 TheraFace
LED Mask, $899,
TheraBody.
23 Advanced
LED Light
Therapy
Facial
Mask, $795,
San Lueur.
TO
Prices are approximate and a guide only.
M A S K YO U R N E E D S
Regardless of what type of
mask you plan to use, the
best outcome can only be
achieved if the key ingredients
at play are right for your skin
type and specific needs.
Here’s a brief run-down of
common skin concerns and
some of the best known
beneficial ingredients to
keep an eye out for...
• Dry skin needs lots of
hydration to plump it up,
so look for hyaluronic acid,
as it will help your skin
retain water. Also, natural
ingredients such as avocado
and shea butter can help to
soften and soothe dry skin.
• Acne and breakouts often
go hand-in-hand with clogged
pores, and although a mask
isn’t a long-term fix, they
can help. Look for masks
with salicylic acid, glycolic
acid and natural ingredients
such as papaya, which can
help to remove dead skin and
clear congestion.
• Fine lines can be due to skin
dehydration or sun damage,
so a hydrating mask can help,
but ingredients such as
vitamin C, retinol and collagen
can also help to boost
collagen production and help
firm your skin.
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and breakouts. Look for
ingredients such as salicylic
acid, glycolic acid, clay and
charcoal, which can be
effective in decongesting
pores and removing the
excess oil.
• Sensitive skin is easily
irritated, so look for a
mask that is soothing and
restoring with ingredients
such as ceramides, which
help to restore the skin
barrier, as well as hydrating
aloe vera and nourishing
shea butter.
HOW!
OFTEN?
Even after a
single use, a
mask can begin
to improve
your skin’s
condition and
give it a lift,
but to
maximise
the potential
benefits,
repeat the
process
every week.
BETTER!WELLBEING
Put your
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our feet are the
workhorses of
your body, the
unsung heroes.
They’re your primary mode
of transport, and bear your
full weight while giving
you stability and balance.
But how o!en do you
take a good look at them?
The chances are, it’s not
nearly o!en enough. For
happy and healthy feet,
don’t wait until there is
a problem, big or small.
Prevention is always the
best course of action, so
here’s how to step up and
give your feet the care
they need and deserve.
Feet first
News flash – the welfare
of your feet is directly
related to your ability
to be self-sufficient and
productive, for example
walking, shopping, working
and most daily activities
all rely on your feet. And
while they are pretty
amazing and resilient,
taking them for granted
over time may affect your
quality of life sooner
or later.
Regular foot
care will benefit
your feet both
now and later
Foot work
There are 26 bones, 33
joints and more than 100
ligaments, tendons and
muscles in each foot and
they all work together to
give you support, balance
and mobility.
Arching up
The arches of your feet
can be normal, flat or high.
They play an important
role in supporting your
body weight and help
to absorb the impact of
your daily activities such
as walking or running. If
you develop poor arch
health it can lead to a
range of conditions and
pain. Seeing a podiatrist
can help you understand
a potential problem
and then work with you
to restore the healthy
functioning of your feet.
It’s be!er to be proactive than reactive, so don’t ignore your feet. Whether it’s flaky dry skin, a
painful spot on your foot, swollen joints or discoloured nails – get any issues checked by a podiatrist.
! PREVENTATIVE STEPS
Consistent foot care will help to keep your
feet looking and feeling their best. Follow
this list to put your best foot forward.
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1
Keep them clean and
dry. Washing and drying
feet daily, especially
between your toes, helps
to prevent infections,
including fungal.
Wear arch support.
Regardless of
whether you’re wearing
thongs, flat shoes or
heels, go for styles with
built-in arch support.
2
Apply a moisturiser.
Keeping feet soft
and supple reduces the
likelihood of skin dryness,
cracking and discomfort.
6
Change your shoes.
Shoes vary in their
level of support, so try
to avoid wearing the
same shoes every day.
3
7
Trim your toenails.
Maintaining the
length of your toenails will
prevent discomfort when
wearing shoes and help
keep them looking tidy.
4
Toss uncomfortable
shoes. If your shoes
hurt your feet, they’re
not doing you or your
feet any favours. Change
the style or size.
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Examine your feet
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Maintain your weight.
Being overweight puts
additional pressure on
your feet and can lead to
foot pain and discomfort.
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problems, ingrown toenails and corns. They also adhere to
strict hygiene standards, which is important for healthy feet.
WHAT I S A M E D I P E D I?
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Foot odour
occurs when bacteria, or
fungi feed off the sweat
feet produce, which can
then cause an odour.
Foot odour from fungi
is commonly known as
athlete’s foot.
Swollen feet
are common especially if
you’ve been standing or
walking a lot. However,
if the swelling persists it
could be an indication
of a serious health
concern, such as venous
insufficiency, deep vein
thrombosis, or pregnancy
complications.
Burning feet
syndrome
is when your feet
become uncomfortably
hot and painful. There
are many different
conditions this can be
caused by, including
nerve damage.
Cold feet and toes
is when your feet are at a
lower temperature than
the rest of your body.
It can be a sign of
poor circulation.
Numbness, tingling
or pain can be due to
nerve damage. If you have
diabetes, your chances of
this increases, so it’s very
important you address
any problems ASAP.
Discoloured
toenails
have many causes from
minor injury, poor-fitting
shoes, nail fungus, right
through to serious
conditions such as skin
cancer or melanoma.
Sweaty feet
can be hereditary or be
caused by stress, physical
activity, increased levels of
toxicity in the body due to
excessive alcohol intake,
smoking and poor diet.
Corns and
calluses
happen when the
skin tries to protect
itself from friction and
pressure created by
poor-fitting shoes.
Bunions
are a bulge on the outer
side of the big toe joint. They
can run in families and can
be exacerbated by wearing
tight shoes that increase
pressure on the joints.
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Heel pain or
plantar fasciitis
is the inflammation of
the tissue in the foot
used during walking
and movement. It can
be caused by the foot
structure, types and
overuse of walking
surfaces and/or the type
of shoes you wear.
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Heading into year 12 at his
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Shiva, who started
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has been continuously
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In those early days,
activities included working
with a reading buddy
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More broadly, it helps to
shape brighter futures for
children from disadvantaged
circumstances.
This runs the gamut from
strong practical support,
such as providing internet
data and digital devices to
enable learning at home,
to personalised guidance
practical ma#ers such as
how my laptop is going,” he
says. While a study load of
six subjects doesn’t allow
much free time, the pair stay
in touch across everything
from how he’s feeling,
to end-of-term results,
communicating via phone
calls, messaging and more.
SHIVA WITH HIS LEARNING FOR
LIFE COORDINATOR CASSANDRA.
The Smith Family does more
than just providing money
about learning and career
possibilities that may
not have even been on
the radar.
Shiva notes his own
Smith Family coordinator,
Cassandra, has morphed
from facilitator to mentor
since she started last year.
“She’s offered me a lot of
support, such as checking
to see if I need anything to
help with my learning or
“It’s incredibly helpful,”
Shiva says.
For Sothika, watching her
son flourish academically
brings full circle a journey
that includes 25 years in
refugee camps before she
decided to reshape reality
for her family of two.
“I decided I needed to
give a good life and a safe
life to my son,” the single
mother says. “In 2013, we
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came here. Shiva actually
had his sixth birthday on
the way to Australia.”
While they knew no
one on arrival, the pair
found friends and family
in their neighbours and
community members, and
in the incredible teachers
Shiva has had at his primary
and high schools.
For Sothika, that sense
of community absolutely
extends to The Smith Family.
“My priority is Shiva’s
studies, and they are helping
us with that, so I really
appreciate it,” she explains.
“I’m really happy for that,
because they are supporting
me too, in helping him on
the way to university.
“Shiva going to university
has always been my priority.”
In less than a year, it’s an
ambition that will be a step
closer to fruition, courtesy
of Shiva’s incredible work
ethic, the support of his
wonderful mother, his
teachers, and the backing
of The Smith Family.
It’s the ultimate success
story and a tangible example
of why donating to programs
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How philanthropic support is helping a talented teen (and his mum) plot a bright future
GUIDING LIGHT
Learning for Life is just one
of the programs through
which The Smith Family
supports children
experiencing disadvantage
by keeping them engaged in
education. Practical in
nature, it includes financial
assistance with essentials
like uniforms, books and
excursions; a Learning for
Life coordinator to connect
students to opportunities;
and access to out-of- school
mentoring and educational
programs. The program has
a strong track record, over
60,000 children and
young people are
currently taking part in
Learning for Life, but it
relies on the support of
generous Australians.
Sponsorship is from
$1.80 a day, with
priceless rewards. Just
ask Shiva, who will be the
first of his family to go to
uni, and knows the depth of
demand: “There are a lot of
underprivileged kids who
could do with help; they
definitely need it. I would
encourage anyone who can
help them in any way
possible to consider it.”
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centre produces a six-le!er word. The
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DON BRADMAN
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EVONNE CAWLEY
GREG NORMAN
HEATHER MCKAY
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KEITH MILLER
KEN ROSEWALL
LEIGH MATTHEWS
LOUISE SAUVAGE
MARGARET COURT
MURRAY ROSE
PETER THOMSON
RAELENE BOYLE
REG GASNIER
RICHIE BENAUD
ROD LAVER
RON BARASSI
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Solutions from page 160
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SUMMER!FUN
Five customers have ordered five
different cakes for five special
occasions. Use the clues below to
work out which cake has which kind
of topping, and for which occasion
it’s been ordered.
1 Someone ordered a red
2
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velvet cake to mark
retirement.
The chocolate cake has
Smarties.
The banana birthday cake is
topped with cherries.
The sponge cake does not
have flowers or raspberries.
The anniversary cake
was neither sponge nor
chocolate, and it does
not have flowers.
The sponge cake was not
ordered for a wedding.
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Smarties
Raspberries
Flowers
Marshmallows
Cherries
Wedding
Retirement
Just because
Birthday
Topping
Banana
Cake
Chocolate
Pound
Red velvet
Sponge
Topping
How to solve Simply read through
the list of clues and use the larger
grid to record any information.
You should place a tick in a box if
you have any positive information
and use a cross if you have any
definite negative information.
For example, in Clue 3 you learn
that the birthday cake is topped
with cherries, so we have placed
some logical ticks and crosses in
the grid to help you along. Using
this method you should be able to
eventually fill in the smaller grid.
Anniversary
LOGIC!PUZZLE
Occasion
Cherries
✗ ✓ ✗
Flowers
✗
Marshmallows
✗
Raspberries
✗
Smarties
✗
Cake
Topping
Banana
Chocolate
Pound
Red velvet
Sponge
✗ ✗
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Occasion
We’ve created three
potential definitions
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word. Your job is to
pick the correct one!
WORD: Xerophagy
DEFINITION
A: Dry photocopying
technique
B: Desire to eat wood
C: Ancient strict
form of fasting
DOUBLE!TROUBLE
There are no clues to this crossword. All you have to do
is fit the words listed below across the two grids.
WORD LIST
3 LETTERS
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LOT
MAP
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ONE
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RED
RUB
SUN
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CALF
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Solutions from page 160
DID YOU
KNOW?
From 1953 to 1957, The Today
Show, on the American network
NBC, had a chimpanzee named
J. Fred Muggs as co-host. For
his first appearance on the
show, he was dressed in
nappies like a baby.
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ADVISER
KNIGHTS
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ADMIRABLE
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AUTOGRAPH
REGARDING
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MASQUERADES
Gather your fam and see who can
solve the cake-based logic puzzle first.
Winner gets a slice of Cinnamon apple
cake (recipe on page 37)!
SUMMER!FUN
SUDOKU
Here’s a selection of sudoku puzzles to test your powers of logic.
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DID YOU
KNOW?
American chemist and food storage
scientist, Fred Baur (1918-2008),
patented the tubular container of
Pringles potato chips. A!er his
death, his children honoured his
request to be buried in a Pringles
can by pu"ing part of his cremated
remains in a Pringles container
in his grave.
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HISTORY!TEST!"
To solve this puzzle, write your answers in the
direction of the arrows. There are two words
filled in to get you started.
Here’s a puzzle for all you history buffs out there. We’ve
listed six historical events and your job is to place them in
correct chronological order, from oldest to most recent.
A Blue jeans patented by Levi Strauss
B Execution of Atahualpa, the last king of the Incas
C Daniel Gabriel Fahrenheit invents the
Fruit
stone
Engine
Mamma
---, ABBA
song
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stand
London
airport
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colossal
mercury-in-glass thermometer
D The Dutch ship Batavia is wrecked on a reef
near Beacon Island, off the coast of WA
E Henry Dunant, co-founder of
the Red Cross, wins the
first Nobel Peace Prize
F Napoleon crowns
himself emperor
of the French
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Bear
constellation
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cheese
SUMMER!FUN
A!TO!Z
Each answer in this puzzle begins ith its
corresponding le#er of the alphabet. First
solve the clues, then fit the answers in the
grid! We’ve placed one answer to start.
P L U M B E R
ALPHABEATER
Here’s a puzzle with a twist! We’ve filled in all
the consonants in the grid and it’s your job to
slot in the vowels to make words.
DID YOU
KNOW?
On April Fools’ Day in 1957, the BBC
program Panorama showed a Swiss
family with a bumper spaghe!i crop.
It ran footage of the Swiss family
“harvesting” strands of spaghe!i from
trees and drying them in the sun. Many
viewers were taken in, calling the
BBC wanting to know how they
could grow their own
spaghe!i tree.
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CLUES
A Bar or sha! on
which a wheel
turns (4)
B Platform
projecting from
the wall of a
building (7)
C Small citrus
fruit (7)
D Made a hole,
bored (7)
E Downy duck (5)
F Muslim or Hindu
religious ascetic
(5)
G Taking place
slowly or by
degrees (7)
H Weightier (7)
I Lazy (4)
J In good spirits,
cheerful (5)
K Spoilsport (7)
L South American
animal (5)
M Methylated
spirits, in slang (5)
requisite (6)
O State of ---, annual
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rugby league
match (6)
Occupation of
video game
character
Mario (7)
Padded bed
covering (5)
Competitor (5)
--- potato, root
vegetable (5)
Doomed luxury
liner (7)
Up to (such a
time) (5)
Meeting place (5)
Unit of electrical
power (4)
Francis ---,
Catholic saint (6)
System of
meditation and
exercise (4)
Highest point (6)
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TAKE!SIX
Each of the clues below has a
six-le!er solution. Write your
solutions in the spaces around
the appropriate clue numbers.
The even-numbered clues
must be wri!en in a clockwise
fashion and the highlighted,
odd-numbered clues must
be wri!en in an anticlockwise
manner. Where the hexagons
touch, the le!ers in the
adjoining triangles will be the
same. We’ve given you two
words to get started. When the
puzzle is complete, the le!ers
in the inner shaded hexagon
will spell the mystery word.
CLUES
1 Skilfully, dexterously
2 Vocalist
3 A!ractive
4 Sca!ered piece of
rubbish or wreckage
5 Day a"er Thursday
6 Italian fashion house
7 Longitude
8 Tasmania, in slang
9 Large melon-like fruit
10 Most recent
11 Infant’s cot on rockers
12 Avaricious
13 Walk stealthily, with
the heels raised
14 Make wealthy
15 Company of performers
16 --- Christie, English
crime author
17 Humorous, jesting
18 Unbroken mustang
19 --- Cash, US country star
20 Noisy disturbance, outcry
21 Bring into subjection
22 Island country formerly
called Formosa
23 Casino ---, James
Bond book and film
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Decimal currency unit
Strain, purify
Abduct a pet
Sale to consumers, as
distinct from wholesale
Place a"er third
On fire, ablaze
Neapolitans’ Italian city
Movies, in slang
Hansel’s sister, in
a fairytale
Unlucky accident
Case for a dagger or
sword
--- Jean’s coffee chain
Aromatic bulb used in
seasoning
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ACROSS
1 Emergency (6)
4 Shade of brown of old
photographs (5)
8 Fa!y part of milk (5)
11 Make or become
smaller (6)
13 String instrument (5)
14 Business emblem (4)
16 Bread mass (4)
18 Ladder steps (5)
19 Private instructor (5)
20 Australian acacia (6)
21 Mud, bog (4)
22 Donkey’s heehaw (4)
23 First mentioned of two (6)
27 Lebanese capital (6)
30 Train track (4)
32 Failure (4)
34 Higher political
house (6)
37 Icy layer (5)
39 Garret (4)
40 Ooze (4)
41 Spooky, mysterious (5)
42 Long-distance walker (5)
43 Group of notes (5)
44 Smallest piglet
of a li!er (4)
45 Air-duct opening (4)
46 Of the nose (5)
52 Sufficient (6)
55 Inexpensive (5)
57 Protective
kitchen garment (5)
58 North African desert (6)
60 Wars of the ---, civil
war in England from
1455 to 1487 (5)
61 Plum ---, boiled
pudding (4)
64 Stringed toy (4)
65 Wash out soap suds (5)
66 Largest Greek island (5)
67 Fail to hit (4)
68 WA city and seaport (9)
70 Sketched (4)
73 Feathers (6)
75 Denim pants (5)
77 Scale, mount (5)
79 Insect antenna (6)
80 Major artery (5)
83 Water vegetation (5)
87 Retitle (6)
88 Daily record (5)
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89 --- corporal, military
rank (5)
90 Desk receptacle (6)
92 Let fall (4)
95 Believable (9)
99 Bivalve mollusc (4)
101 Spry (5)
102 Garden pest (5)
103 Head honcho (4)
105 Prayer ending (4)
106 Steak ---, meat dish (5)
107 Hypnotised state (6)
108 Banish (5)
110 Of the countryside (5)
112 Sew (6)
113 Permit (5)
116 Truce (4)
118 Mardi ---, carnival (4)
120 Fortunate (5)
123 Contend, debate (5)
126 Pith helmet (5)
129 Baking chamber (4)
130 Ballerina’s skirt (4)
131 On two occasions (5)
132 Sign of the Bull (6)
134 Heap (4)
135 Portent (4)
136 Go to sleep (3,3)
140 Kind of hound (6)
143 Receptacle for
liquid or gas (4)
144 Metallic element (4)
146 Leave (6)
148 --- Saxon, Old
English (5)
151 Escort in (5)
153 Amount owing (4)
154 Compassion (4)
155 From then on (5)
156 Concealed (6)
157 Run off to marry (5)
158 Si$ (5)
159 Metallic element,
symbol Ag (6)
DOWN
2 Yell (5)
3 Points tally (5)
4 Anon (4)
5 Light refractor (5)
6 Bird house (6)
7 Burden (4)
8 Yellow songbird (6)
9 Vacant, hollow (5)
10 Thaw (4)
11 Neck warmer (5)
12 Stationery item for
drawing straight lines (5)
15 Make a speech (5)
17 Skilled (5)
24 Earlier (5)
25 Laziness (5)
26 --- and span, neat
and clean (5)
27 Ointment (4)
28 Proportion (5)
29 A!empted (5)
31 Dip into liquid (7)
33 Igniter (7)
34 Clipped of wool (5)
35 Birds’ homes (5)
36 Glimpse (4)
37 Fronded plant (4)
38 Domesticated (4)
47 Not very o$en (6)
48 Way of pronunciation (6)
49 Be quiet (4)
50 Sharp cutlery items (6)
51 Conditional release (6)
53 Unjustly (8)
54 Inheritors (5)
56 Verify (5)
57 Thing of value (5)
58 Rescued (5)
59 Allergic infection (3,5)
62 Overcome (6)
63 Picturesque (6)
69 At a distance (4)
71 Group of four (7)
72 The more the ---,
saying (7)
74 Find the answer
to a problem (5)
75 Jested (5)
76 Asian peanut sauce (5)
77 Bactrian or
dromedary (5)
78 Lever that stops a car (5)
79 Cooked in oil (5)
81 --- Ford, Indiana
Jones actor (8)
82 Occur (6)
84 Vacancies (4)
85 Put money into with
the hope of a return (6)
86 Squid prepared as
food (8)
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Regular practices (6)
Glue (5)
Word used with or (6)
Dwelling (5)
Purchaser (5)
Part by which
something is held (6)
Group of
school children (5)
Mexican cloak (6)
Cooking fat (4)
Endanger (7)
Speaking platform (7)
Of the moon (5)
Hospital rooms (5)
Young male horse (4)
Gardening tool (4)
Yellow citrus fruit (5)
Quoted (5)
Entertainer of guests (4)
Pictorial chart (5)
Legal excuse (5)
Practical joke (5)
Sleeve end (4)
Astound (5)
Foremost (5)
Injudicious,
ill-considered (6)
Dried plums (6)
Located (5)
Claw (5)
Japan’s capital (5)
Tend the sick (5)
Percussion instruments (5)
Opening in the
iris of the eye (5)
Donated (4)
List of dishes (4)
Animal skin, pelt (4)
Solutions from page 160
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SUMMER!FUN
DID YOU
KNOW?
Pig Beach is located on an
uninhabited island in the
Bahamas. Its name comes
from the fact that it’s
populated only by
swimming feral pigs.
HISTORY!TEST!"
Here’s another puzzle for all you history buffs
out there. We’ve listed six historical events and
your job is to place them in correct chronological
order, from oldest to most recent.
A Booker Prize first awarded
B MTV launched: first music video aired is Video Killed
the Radio Star by The Buggles
FAMOUS!
FILL!IN
Fill in the grid with the names of
these historical figures who
were all born in February.
4 LETTERS
ANNE
HUGO
5 LETTERS
JOYCE
MARY I
VERNE
6 LETTERS
DARWIN
EDISON
HANDEL
REAGAN
RENOIR
7 LETTERS
DICKENS
GALILEO
LINCOLN
PAVLOVA
ROSSINI
YELTSIN
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8 LETTERS
EPICURUS
9 LETTERS
LINDBERGH
MENDELEEV
10 LETTERS
COPERNICUS
SHACKLETON
WASHINGTON
11 LETTERS
BADEN-POWELL
Solutions from
page 160
C Official publication of Mark Twain’s autobiography,
100 years a#er the author’s death, a delay ordered
by Twain himself
D CDs surpass casse$e tapes in sales
E First publication of Alexander McCall Smith’s The No. 1 Ladies’
Detective Agency, the first in a long-running series of novels
F First performance of the musical West Side Story
CODE!CRACKER
Each number in the grid represents a different le"er of the alphabet and it’s your task to
decode them all. We have given you three le"ers to start you on your way. You can record
each le"er as you work it out in the le"er checker at the bo"om of the grid, and strike each
one off in the columns on either side of the grid.
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LOGIC PUZZLE
Banana
Cherries
Birthday
BESPOKE
Cancan, Concur, Ounces,
Pencil, Poncho, Rancid.
Centre le!ers are NC
Chocolate
Smarties
Wedding
ALPHABEATER
Pound
Raspberries
Anniversary
Red velvet
Flowers
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Cake
BETTER
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1 De"ly, 2 Singer, 3 Pre!y, 4 Debris,
5 Friday, 6 Armani, 7 Length, 8 Tassie,
9 Papaya, 10 Newest, 11 Cradle,
12 Greedy, 13 Tiptoe, 14 Enrich,
15 Troupe, 16 Agatha, 17 Jocose,
18 Bronco, 19 Johnny, 20 Uproar,
21 Subdue, 22 Taiwan, 23 Royale,
24 Dollar, 25 Refine, 26 Petnap,
27 Retail, 28 Fourth, 29 Aflame,
30 Naples, 31 Flicks, 32 Gretel,
33 Mishap, 34 Sheath, 35 Gloria,
36 Garlic. Hidden word: Prawns
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CHUNKY CROSSWORD
Across: 1 Crisis, 4 Sepia, 8 Cream,
11 Shrink, 13 Viola, 14 Logo, 16
Loaf, 18 Rungs, 19 Tutor, 20
Wa!le, 21 Mire, 22 Bray, 23
Former, 27 Beirut, 30 Rail, 32
Flop, 34 Senate, 37 Frost, 39 Lo",
40 Seep, 41 Eerie, 42 Hiker, 43
Chord, 44 Runt, 45 Vent, 46
Nasal, 52 Enough, 55 Cheap, 57
Apron, 58 Sahara, 60 Roses, 61
Duff, 64 Yoyo, 65 Rinse, 66 Crete,
67 Miss, 68 Fremantle, 70 Drew,
73 Quills, 75 Jeans, 77 Climb, 79
Feeler, 80 Aorta, 83 Algae, 87
Rename, 88 Diary, 89 Lance, 90
Drawer, 92 Drop, 95 Plausible, 99
Clam, 101 Agile, 102 Snail, 103
Boss, 105 Amen, 106 Diane, 107
Trance, 108 Exile, 110 Rural, 112
Stitch, 113 Allow, 116 Pact, 118
Gras, 120 Lucky, 123 Argue, 126
Topee, 129 Oven, 130 Tutu, 131
Twice, 132 Taurus, 134 Pile, 135
Omen, 136 Nod off, 140 Basset,
143 Tank, 144 Iron, 146 Depart,
148 Anglo, 151 Usher, 153 Debt,
154 Pity, 155 Since, 156 Hidden,
157 Elope, 158 Sieve, 159 Silver.
Down: 2 Shout, 3 Score, 4 Soon, 5
Prism, 6 Aviary, 7 Load, 8 Canary,
9 Empty, 10 Melt, 11 Scarf, 12
Ruler, 15 Orate, 17 Adept, 24 Prior,
25 Sloth, 26 Spick, 27 Balm, 28
Ratio, 29 Tried, 31 Immerse, 33
Lighter, 34 Shorn, 35 Nests, 36
Espy, 37 Fern, 38 Tame, 47
Seldom, 48 Accent, 49 Hush, 50
Knives, 51 Parole, 53 Unfairly, 54
Heirs, 56 Prove, 57 Asset, 58
Saved, 59 Hay fever, 62 Defeat, 63
Scenic, 69 Afar, 71 Quartet, 72
Merrier, 74 Solve, 75 Joked, 76
Satay, 77 Camel, 78 Brake, 79
Fried, 81 Harrison, 82 Happen, 84
Gaps, 85 Invest, 86 Calamari, 91
Habits, 93 Paste, 94 Either, 96
Abode, 97 Buyer, 98 Handle, 99
Class, 100 Poncho, 104 Lard, 109
Imperil, 111 Rostrum, 114 Lunar, 115
Wards, 117 Colt, 119 Rake, 120
Lemon, 121 Cited, 122 Host, 124
Graph, 125 Alibi, 127 Prank, 128
Cuff, 133 Amaze, 137 First, 138
Unwise, 139 Prunes, 141 Sited, 142
Talon, 143 Tokyo, 145 Nurse, 146
Drums, 147 Pupil, 149 Gave, 150
Menu, 152 Hide.
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The Golden Years
Tailor a lifestyle plan for your best mate’s senior years!
When our four-legged
friends approach their
golden years, they
may start experiencing
health issues such
as arthritis, dental
problems, reduced
mobility and dementia.
Dogs are considered
senior from around
the age of five to six,
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SKIN CHECKS
Senior dogs and cats
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any lumps or bumps
that may be cancerous
and treated as swiftly
as possible.
their individual needs.
Food that is relatively
low in fat will also assist
in preventing weight
gain when your golden
oldie becomes less
active. Keep ’em moving
with daily, vet-approved
exercise that is suitable
for your ageing pet.
GENERAL CARE
Regular grooming will
help keep matting at
ORAL HEALTH
bay. Continue with
Regular teeth brushing,
essential flea, tick and
dental treats and dental- worming protection
specific diets can help
to ensure they remain
with preventing dental
healthy for as long
disease.
as possible. With the
right vet care and
FOOD FOR HEALTH
support, your senior
Consider altering your
furry companion can
pet’s meals to an agecontinue to live a happy
appropriate diet with
and healthy life at home
supplements specific to enjoying lots of cuddles
and love from you.
FURRY ’N’ FRESH!
Keeping your home clean and tidy
can be a challenge when you’ve
got pets running around drooling,
shedding and sometimes having
a potty accident.
This daily cleaning routine will help
keep your house sparkling and
your furry friends happy!
• Tackle pet messes immediately,
as spills or accidents can become
more difficult to remove over
time. Pet-specific products are
formulated to help get rid of stains
and odours more effectively.
• Regular grooming and bathing,
especially of long-haired pets, will
help remove dirt, loose hair and
dander from your furry friend,
and in turn keep your rugs
and furniture clean.
• Sweep or vacuum daily,
particularly in high-traffic areas
and under furniture. Lint rollers
can work like a charm to remove
pet hair from upholstery, clothing
and furniture too.
• Clean your pet’s food and water
bowls, and wipe down surfaces,
such as tables and kitchen
benchtops, to remove paw
prints and other pet grime.
• Wash pet beds weekly and clean
toys as needed to keep them fresh
and clean of filth and bacteria.
• Ventilate your home by opening
windows and doors to allow fresh
air in and pet odour out!
• If you are concerned about your
pet’s toileting accidents, it’s a good
idea to consult your vet.
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