Innholdsfortegnelse for November 2019 i Better Homes and Gardens Australia

Oh my goodness – how breathtaking! When you arrive at the gardening pages your senses will love the magnificent images that are our gift to you this month! There are exquisite water lilies, or blooms bursting with colour, tomatoes even and, of course, the big fave–healthy green lawns. And that comes with all the lush ideas that follow for your outdoor living areas – so abundant and joyous But something has eaten all the agapanthus to the ground, night after night. Nearly the whole garden has been denuded. Is it deer, kangaroos or the wombats? Whomever it is, it’s sheer desperation for food. And that’s down at our farm. The relentless drought has left our wonderful wildlife with nothing to eat. The bitter, normally unpleasant aggies are now the main…

LOVELY LUPINS Tiny flower bombs climb the stems to create colourful lighthouses in your garden. 1 STEPPING UP Don’t let a sloping block or a change of level prevent you from integrating your outdoor area with your home’s interior. You can maintain flow with wide steps that lead you down to a sunken lounge, nestled within hedging to soften the hard landscape materials. Also key is a consistent colour palette between inside and out. 2 CREATE A BRIDGE Enjoy your pond’s plant and marine life up close with a bridge of ‘floating’ pavers, staggered across the water for a less formal approach. PS, if your pond is more than 30cm deep, it will require pool fencing. 3 GARDEN ART Make a feature of a striking sculpture. It can be an…

2 LIGHT EFFECTS Lighting is as important as any other design feature. It’s a mood enhancer, it brings your garden to life and it extends your outdoor entertaining well into the night. Then there’s the practicalities of it illuminating a path or steps. Can’t afford the lot right now? Place electrical conduits so you don’t have to dig up the garden or pavers down the track. ALLIUM Tight clusters of tiny flowers stand erect on tall stems, like fairground lollipops. 3 FIRE UP THE NIGHT An outdoor fire will draw guests like a magnet, especially if it’s as impressive as the purpose-built fireplace set above this sunken terrace. Although it screams look-at-me, it settles into its manicured environment due to the same-type materials used throughout the terrace. And for minimum…

PASTE Roma and San Marzano tomatoes are considered the best in the world for making tomato paste, sauce, a soup or a stew. Whether pear shaped or oblong, they have a thick flesh and are low in pulp, juice and seeds. They have a lovely, sweet taste that makes them perfect for pizza or pasta. CHERRY Tommy Toe is the classic heirloom cherry – prolific and rigorous – and cuts a sweet and tasty dash in salads or a snack. It also roasts well. It has a diversity of cousins, such as the sweeter black cherry, or the green-and-yellow or red-and-yellow striped varieties that have an extra flavour zing, or the red-and-green variety with its smoky undertone. The babies of this group are the red or yellow currant tomatoes, tiny…

NOVEMBER 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 1 hour. How to use the calendar ▪ 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…

GRILLED LAMB CUTLETS WITH ROASTED TOMATO SAUCE Take your lamb to the next level with spring tomatoes roasted with chilli, spices and herbs to make a sauce – mouthwatering! ED HALMAGYI Seasonal foods mixed with sensational flavours shine this month on BHG TV on Fridays at 7pm on Channel 7. (Apologies, may be subject to change) Go to bhg.com.au for more food tips and tricks. BARBECUE MIGAS This more-ish Mexican-style breakfast bake, filled with tomatoes, kale, sausage, beans and manchego, will be your new fave go-to recipe for any meal! CAULIFLOWER THAT THINKS IT’S CHICKEN Humble cauli stars in this crispy, vegie ‘schnitty’, coated in panko crumbs flavoured with spices. It’s the perfect choice if you’re looking to eat more plant-based foods – and a drizzle of aioli is a…

Gather your supplies ● 64 x 19mm dressed pine ● 18mm concealed magnetic latch (2 pairs) ● 42 x 19mm dressed pine ● 25mm Tasmanian oak dowel ● 100mm Easy Fit hinges (3) ● 3mm chain ● Cup hooks (2) You’ll also need Saw; PVA glue; 50mm screws; drill; 18 and 25mm spade bits; masking tap; epoxy adhesive; wire cutters Here’s how STEP 1 Use the 64 x 19mm pine to build a frame to fit inside the window reveal. Glue and screw it together in the corners. STEP 2 On the side of the frame towards the top, drill a hole 8mm-deep using an 18mm spade bit with masking tape around it as a depth gauge. Mix epoxy adhesive, spread on the back of one of the magnetic latch…

Wow! Where did you get that? Everyone will be clamouring to find out who your decorator is. And that would be you – no DIY or craft skills required, just a few basic items from chain and hardware stores! NOTE When spray-painting baskets, protect your work area by using drop sheets, or use a large cardboard box as a spray booth. You can also try using a lazy Susan so you can get better coverage as you spray. Spray from side-to-side until the surface area is covered. Several light coats are better than one heavy coat, as drips may occur. Once you’ve sprayed the basket the right way up, turn it upside down and repeat the process. This helps ensure the paint gets into all the nooks and crevices. FOR…

routineAs much as we love a fresh manicure, they are hard to justify when you have time and budget restraints. But that doesn’t mean you can’t have beautifully groomed nails. Just five or 10 minutes set aside on a weekly basis is all you need to keep your nails in great shape and in good condition. And they don’t even have to be polished to look polished. top tips 1 KEEP YOUR NAILS SHORT or just to the ends of your fingers and filed in a gentle curve. They’re less likely to be damaged. 2 MASSAGE A CUTICLE OIL or hand cream over and around your entire nail bed daily, preferably before bed. This will improve your nails’ flexibility and enhance their shine. 3 IF YOUR NAILS are dry, rough…

10 DAYS - 14 MEALS - 4 JUNE 2020 “Let’s go together and you can be assured we will have the best time in parts of Italy that are considered to be the most beautiful in the world. Not only will we be thrilled by truly special one-off experiences – imagine exclusive places, events and entertainment – but we will be wining and dining and having the most wonderful time in each other’s company. I plan to have the best trip with you so we have the most unforgettable trip together. We will share the excitement of Rome, Florence, Siena, Lucca and the Italian Riviera’s exquisite Cinque Terre, Santa Margherita and Portofino. Then imagine the evenings, sharing each other’s stories of the day over a good wine and a great…

Cats tend to look at your furniture as their own personal scratching posts. But before you clip their claws, think about cat-proofing your couch instead. Here are two ways to give your kitty a place to scratch that isn't your upholstery, plus a fun toy to make for play time. PROJECT 1 CORNER LOUNGE COVER Make a custom scratching post from pine and rope designed to fit around the corner of your sofa. Gather your supplies ● Dressed pine, 140 x 19mm ● Sisal rope You’ll also need Timber screws; white button head screws; pencil; white cloth tape; drill and drill bits; scissors; jigsaw; utility knife; hot-glue gun; clamps Here’s how STEP 1 Measure couch to cut 2 pieces of pine to length and width to fit over the corner.…

With all the sawing, drilling and hammering that goes on in your workshop, your bench cops a real beating, but it also gains character as it becomes a reminder of all your DIY successes. Why not put this character on display by using your workbench as the inspiration to create a unique piece of art. ADAM DOVILE I bet you never thought you’d see your workbench on the wall! Check it out on BHG TV on Friday, 11 October at 7pm on Channel 7. (Apologies, may be subject to change) Go to bhg.com.au for more DIY tips and tricks.…

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2 BISTRO STYLE As the weather warms, the lure of the outdoors increases. If you fancy eating alfresco, turn your attention to creating a desirable dining spot. Surrounded by lush foliage and plants, there’s something very appealing about a bistro-style setting. Rather than today’s penchant for stools, you’ll appreciate chairs so you can lean back in comfort. RAMBLING ROSE As the multiple layers of petals unfurl, more of its beauty is revealed.…

1 URBAN OASIS Linear elements and changes in boundary fencing could be jarring, but a carefully considered and limited colour palette will alleviate this – blue, neutral and rusty hues are a sensational combination here. And, at the planning stage, ask yourself if you have time for maintenance. If not, your decision is easy – pave away! OLIVE TREE The silvery underside of its grey-green leaves adds a shimmer that dances in the summer sun. 2 SPOUT FORTH Interior decorators make much of the rule of repetition and how a series of identical items can have as much impact as a single statement piece. The concept can easily be applied to your outdoor room, as here, where three copper spouts add up to an awesome water feature – the envy…

BE WATER WISE Good pond health is essential for a thriving water garden. For help and advice, go to ozwatergardens.com. au/tips-and-hints. SOMETHING SPECIAL Find the water lily that is both spectacular and suitable for your climate and garden size at Watergarden Paradise Aquatic Nursery. Go to watergardenparadise.com.au. PAY A VISIT Make a day of it and walk through a wonderland of thousands of water lily and lotus blooms at Blue Lotus Water Garden in Victoria’s Yarra Valley. Open 7 days a week from December 26, 2019 to 13 April, 2020. For more info, go to bluelotusfarm.com.au.…

SWEET ALYSSUM White, pink and purple CALIFORNIAN POPPY Red, orange, gold, pink and creamy white CANDYTUFT White, pink and purple CLEOME White, pink and purple CONEFLOWER White, yellow, green, orange and red CORNFLOWER Blue, violet and lavender COSMOS White, pink, red, orange and yellow DIANTHUS White, pink, red and purple FOXGLOVE Purple, pink, yellow and red GAILLARDIA Red, orange and yellow HONESTY White and purple MARIGOLD Gold, orange and red NASTURTIUM Yellow, orange and red QUEEN ANNE’S LACE White STATICE White, pink and lavender SWEET PEA White, cream, blue, purple, pink and red ZINNIA White, yellow, orange, pink, red and purple…

While your lawn has been snoozing during the winter, the weeds have been taking advantage, zeroing in on the tiniest bare patch and spreading their offspring far and wide. And, just like you, your lawn wakes up hungry and a bit off-colour. So before lugging out the mower, tend to weeding, feeding, greening – and patching – your pride and joy. 1 WEEDING Most weed killers target broadleaf weeds. But if your lawn is buffalo, these weed killers will also devastate it. Make sure you get the weed killer that suits your lawn type. NOTE It’s too late now to stop your impromptu lawn dancing after stepping on the dreaded bindii burrs. You needed to get rid of them in winter. 2 FEEDING AND GREENING Nitrogen is the essential element…

SEASON SPECIALS There are plenty of surprises waiting for you this month. PLANT NOW In each issue we give ideas, tips and planting advice for cooler, warmer, wetter and drier areas in each zone, so ask at your local nursery which zone best matches your conditions. FLOWERS ALL ZONES Amaranthus, marigold, petunia and zinnia. ZONES 1-3 Balsam, celosia, cosmos, dahlia, salvia, verbena and vinca (left). ZONES 4-6 Ageratum (left), arctotis, aster, candytuft, cleome, cornflower, cosmos, dahlia, dianthus, godetia, nasturtium, snapdragon and verbena. VEGETABLES ALL ZONES Cabbage, capsicum (left), cucumber, lettuce (below left), pumpkin, shallot, silverbeet, tomato and zucchini. ZONES 1-3 Asparagus, beans, carrot, eggplant, garlic, radish, sweet corn and sweet potato. ZONES 4-6 Cauliflower, celery, cucumber, leek, parsnip and rhubarb. “The love of gardening is a seed once sown that…

BLT TART So easy and yummy – hot, warm or cold. Scatter over a handful of salad leaves just before serving. VEGIE SPIRAL PIE WITH SPICED TOMATO SAUCE AND CHOPPED SALAD Traditionally served as dessert, this version, packed with rice, feta and spinach, makes a great lunch dish. LAMB TIKKA SAMOSAS You can make the filling for these the day before for easy preparation before serving. LAMB TIKKA SAMOSAS Preparation time 15 minsCooking time 40 minsMakes 6 2 tsp olive oil, plus extra 100ml for brushing400g lean lamb mince4 Tbsp tikka paste1 large onion, grated, excess juice squeezed out1 large carrot, peeled and grated200g frozen peas2 Tbsp mango chutney, plus extra to serve1 Tbsp dried mint6 sheets filo pastry Mixed leaf salad and raita, to serve STEP 1 Preheat oven…

SALMON AND EGG BOWL Preparation time 15 minsCooking time 5 minsServes 4 1 large handful red vein sorrel or mixed salad leaves1 handful picked coriander leaves1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil2 tsp lime juiceSea-salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper4 free-range eggs1 Tbsp sesame oil2 tsp fish sauce4 x 150g salmon fillets, skin off3 Tbsp coconut oil or good-quality animal fatJuice of ½ lemon2 radishes, thinly sliced1 handful alfalfa sprouts4 Tbsp pink sauerkraut1 avocado, cubed2 tsp toasted sesame seeds SALMON AND EGG BOWL Give yourself a healthy start to the day with this amazing food combo, providing a good amount of healthy fat and protein from the fish, egg and avocado. STEP 1 Combine sorrel or mixed salad leaves and coriander in a bowl, add olive oil and lime juice and…

1 DOWN WITH THE DOORS Start by removing the doors. You can either have them professionally done, if your budget allows, or give them a coat of paint if it doesn’t. Label which door goes where so you can easily replace them when it comes time to put them back on. 2 MAKE MINOR CHANGES Unscrew and remove any wall cabinets that don’t fit in with your new design. Don’t throw them away either, cupboards like this are perfect for extra storage in your garage or shed. 3 GAIN EXTRA SPACE Every millimetre counts! By demolishing a nib wall at the end of the kitchen and replacing it with a much thinner panel, you can gain enough space so a fridge can fit in the kitchen itself, making it much…

Gather your supplies ● 18mm MDF ● 800mm flat-pack wall cabinets (2) ● Pantry end panel (1) ● 2400 x 600 x 36mm timber benchtop (1) ● 9mm decorative primed wall panel (1) ● 800mm slimline wall cabinets (2) ● Doors, hardware and knobs to suit cabinets ● Skirting to match existing ● Glass wall lights (3) You’ll also need Timber blocks; clamps; 28 and 75mm screws; drill; circular saw; limewash; PVA; painting equipment; low sheen acrylic paint; construction adhesive; straight edge Here’s how STEP 1 Cut and fit length of MDF to act as a kickboard. Make height of kickboard 100mm so benchtop will be 920mm high. To support back of cabinets near wall place 2 timber blocks there that are level with top of kickboard. STEP 2 Assemble…

BUY A LOOM Looms are available in many sizes, designed to accommodate projects large and small. Shop at online marketplaces and craft stores to find looms of all varieties – plastic and wood, tabletop with an easel-like leg for standing, and in shapes beyond the rectangle. An inexpensive adjustable loom is just right if you’re trying out weaving for the first time. MAKE A LOOM Ready to get started right now? You can make a loom yourself from a piece of cardboard. You’ll need a straightedge ruler, craft knife, double-strength cardboard or two single-strength pieces glued together, a pencil and glue. Cut the cardboard to 33 x 24cm. Cut 2 strips of cardboard to 2 x 24cm. Glue each of the 2cm strips 2cm in from each short end of…

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norfolk Island? It’s an oasis with fascinating stories to tell, amazing history and culture, stunning landscapes of rolling hills and curling roads, seascapes of rugged grandeur, and the famous and heart-warming Norfolk pines showing off at every turn. You’ll feast on fabulous paddock-to-plate dining experiences, be thrilled by activities and adventures, and enjoy delightful shopping. Add in festivals of all manner, sports, walks and, of course, the resident cows roaming free like they own the island! With a trip just over two hours from Sydney and Brisbane, this special island paradise awaits. LOVING LOCAL LIFE Norfolk Island has many comfortable and well-appointed hotels, cottages and self-catering villas located all over. One special treat is Tintoela, a stunning homestead looking down over a pretty valley out to the ocean, only five…

deaf dogs CANLEAD A happy life Were you aware that deafness is quite common in dogs and is a significant problem in up to 100 breeds, including Australian cattle dogs, border collies and dalmatians? In fact, research shows a quirk in genetics that links a dog’s coat colour (white, piebald, roan and merle) to hearing deficits! Sadly, in many cases, hearing loss cannot be reversed, Fortunately, deaf dogs can lead a very happy life! They just need to be managed carefully to avoid possible injury to themselves or others. As part of National Deaf Dog Awareness Week, from September 24-30, here are tips for living with a deaf dog. ● Ensure your pooch is never off leash unless in a fenced, dog-proof environment – he can’t hear an approaching car!…

Put your personal touch on a soulless, small, rented apartment balcony. Transform that little gasp of fresh air from a corner for a makeshift clothes line or the kitty litter into an outdoor room filled with light, where you can work, play, exercise, relax… and garden – think green walls and lots of pots! Then, when it’s time to move on and up, you can take it all with you and the landlord will never know about your temporary changes. Here’s how you can transform a bleak and often wasted space into another room where meditation meets home office, meets bar/entertainment space. PROJECT 2 PROJECT 1 PROJECT 1 PARAPET BAR AND DESK Build a bar/desk in two pieces and don’t fix it in place, so you can move it if…

1 COVER THE FLOOR Lay merbau decking tiles and fill the gaps where they don’t meet the walls with decorative pebbles. 2 CLAD THE PARAPET Apply concrete-effect paint to 18mm marine A-grade plywood and use it to cleverly conceal the brick parapet. 3 BUILD A DESK/BAR Cut and join ply pieces to sit over the parapet. It’s not fixed, so can be moved to avoid or enjoy the weather. 4 INSTALL SHELVES Build cube shelving and hang on wall brackets. Cut 18mm wide slots halfway through the pieces where they intersect to fit together. 5 MAKE A GROW BOX Turn a climbing plant into a green feature in a hanging grow box with a dark background to highlight the foliage. 6 ADD ACCESSORIES Bring in potted plants, stools, cushions, a…

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1 BE SEATED Make comfort a priority with well-padded seat cushions to encourage you and your friends to linger for a while. Outdoor fabrics and soft furnishings come in a range of colours, patterns and styles you can buy or have custom-made to order. Check out faboutdoorfabrics.com.au. PITTOSPORUM Smaller varieties are perfect for trimming into many shapes. 2 SMALL SPACE, BIG IMPACT Decking and walled boundary fencing, albeit with different material finishes, will give your courtyard the feel of a private outdoor room. Soften the impact of rendered walls with a graphic horizontal display of vertical planters. 3 BUBBLE AWAY The trickling sound of a water feature will imbue your space with ambiance. You can buy ready-to-install fountains or retrofit a garden pot with a pond pump. 4 RAISE THE…

CONTAINER Make sure it’s watertight and at least 45cm wide. PLANTS Lilies are often bought as bare-rooted tubers or rhizomes. Pair a smaller flowering variety with a vertical water plant such as common rush. ASSEMBLY Put down a layer of cow, horse or sheep manure in the container. Cover with heavy garden soil or special aquatic mix – don’t use potting mix. Garden soil turns muddy, which the plants love. Add aquatic fertiliser pellets to soil. Cut away old roots and foliage from crown of plant and place against side of pot. Add more soil so tuber/rhizome is covered but crown is exposed. Cover with coarse sand so soil doesn’t wash away, then top with gravel or pebbles to keep everything intact. Fill pot with water. MAINTENANCE Remove dead leaves…

Flavour, colour, shape, texture… there’s a whole range of experiences you’re missing out on by not growing your own tomatoes. Heirlooms and new hybrids that you can’t buy from your supermarket will have you seeing this humble staple in a whole new light, and tasting them with refreshing delight.…

HEDGES Hedges can become tired and spindly during winter and their growth habits may be erratic. Competition from weeds doesn’t help, so pull them out, remove old mulch and loosen the soil with a garden fork. Add slow-release fertiliser and a wetting agent, replace or renew mulch, then give the shrubs a tidy trim with shears or secateurs. ORNAMENTAL GRASSES Late winter and early spring means it’s time to give your ornamental grasses – such as lomandra, pennisetum or miscanthus – a crew cut. The easiest way is to tie the leaves together with twine or rope about 10-15cm from the ground, then cut them off with shears or secateurs just below the tie. New leaves will emerge in a couple of weeks. MULCH Organic mulch helps prevent weeds, insulates…

PORK ENCHILADAS Chorizo and cocoa add an authentic touch to this flavour-packed Mexican classic. KAREN MARTINI Join me as I add to your recipe repertoire with more great ideas on BHG TV on Fridays at 7pm on Channel 7. (Apologies, may be subject to change) Go to bhg.com.au for more food tips and tricks. SEMOLINA AND SESAME BREAD WITH ROASTED GARLIC BUTTER You don’t have to be a baker to make your own bread. This light, luscious loaf doesn’t need any special flours or appliances – just mix, knead and bake. PORK ENCHILADAS Preparation time 30 minsCooking time 1 hour 55 minsMakes 18 20ml extra virgin olive oil, plus extra 100ml1 spicy chorizo, finely diced1 brown onion, diced6 cloves garlic, sliced4 stalks celery, finely diced850g diced pork neck or shoulderSea-salt…

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1 OPEN IT UP If you’re unsure if a wall you want to remove is load-bearing, it’s worthwhile having a builder around to give you some advice. If one of the rooms is a wet area, make sure the wall linings don’t contain asbestos before you start demolition. If you’re unsure, get the wall lining tested by professionals to find out. While you’re in demo mode, use a heavy duty hammer drill or hired demolition hammer to remove dated floor tiles. 2 REBUILD THE WALLS Build a stud wall to form your new laundry. Use 70 x 45mm timber to make your new wall as thin as possible. Space the studs 450mm apart and run a row of noggins halfway up to support the edges of your wall sheets. Remove…

Kitchen Laundry TARA DENNIS In the mood for a makeover? Check out this triple treat on BHG TV, on Friday 27 September and 4 October, at 7pm on Channel 7. (Apologies, may be subject to change) Go to bhg.com.au for more DIY tips and tricks. FOR SHOPPING SUPPLIES, SEE OUR STOCKISTS PAGE…

Gather your supplies ● Loom ● 100% mercerised cotton yarn for the warp ● Cardstock ● 4 colours of yarn for each home ● Yarn needles For you to note For how to use, buy and make a loom, see page 130. Here’s how STEP 1 String 32 warp threads on a loom. Cut a 5cm piece of cardstock to the width of the loom and weave it through the bottom edge of the warp (this will keep your weaving off the pegs and make it easier to add tassels and tie the warp threads when finishing). STEP 2 Using your first colour of yarn and starting at the bottom right-hand corner of the loom, use the tabby technique (see opposite) to weave 14 rows. Each time you start or…

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Along with persimmon, there’s tangerine, mandarin and orange, all of which are exciting and energising colours – and perfect for living and dining areas where socialising takes place. These zesty colours stimulate appetites and conversation, and draw people into a room. OUTSIDE INTERESTS Oranges outdoor range cushion 50 x 50cm, $49.95, and table runner, $39.95, madraslink.com.au. BOWL ’EM OVER Bonita serving bowl in Tangerine, $55, barefootgypsy.com.au. GET FLOORED Mamluk hand-knotted wool rug in MAM 1046, POA, baylissrugs.com. GOT YOU COVERED Bendigo fabric in Melon, Allendale striped fabric in Spice, warwick.com.au. HIT REFRESH In a sea of calm, orange accents are appealingly arresting. YOU CAN BANK ON IT When working with persimmon or a similar hue, use solid and patterned textiles to pepper it throughout your space so it won’t be…

7AM BRUSH AND LIFT While brushing your teeth, improve posture and balance with leg lifts. Standing with abs engaged, lift one leg out to the side and hold for 10 seconds. Repeat, alternating legs 2PM TAKE A STAND On a conference call or on the phone with a friend, stand with your core engaged and lift right knee to waist height. Hold for 30 seconds. Repeat with left knee. Alternate legs until you hang up. 10AM SIT STRONG While sitting, build strength by doing isometric holds — clenching a muscle, then holding it. Contract abs for 3 seconds, then relax. Repeat five times. Do the same with your glutes. 6:15PM COOK AND PLIé While you wait for water to boil, rest one hand on the counter, stand with your heels…

Who doesn’t adore a good cruise? Big ships, small ships, riverboats – we love them all! And Asia is right up there on the list of the most amazing waterways to travel! Think the Philippines, Vietnam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Bali, Singapore, Hong Kong, China, Thailand, Japan, India, Malaysia, Korea, Taiwan, Borneo, Sri Lanka and more. So exotic, so exciting! So let’s look at five compelling reasons to take your next shipboard vacation along the rivers of these astoundingly beautiful places – and then return home renewed. 1 ASIA IS BIG, BIG, BIG Choices! You can consider everything from India all the way around Southeast Asia to China and Japan as on the menu. And you don’t have to sail on the sea only. Asia has fascinating rivers like…

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Need a little advice on how to prep your garden for spring, or not sure how to care for your winter lawn? Join your hosts Adam Woodhams and Jenny Dillon as they wander around the garden and share their seasonal tips on how to keep your little patch of paradise thriving. SEASON THREE HAS BLOSSOMED LISTEN NOW Search for ‘Garden Better’ in your favourite podcast app (android or iPhone) or visit bhg.com.au/podcasts. BE SURE TO SUBSCRIBE! LOVE IT Easy and informative. Love all the little segments. FULL OF GOOD TIPS FOR THE GARDEN Entertaining and informative, this was a great listen on my drive home from work. TOP NOTCH GARDEN SHOW I love gardening and this podcast is a great way for me to indulge my passion whilst on my…

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The key to this transformation is complying with the rules and regulations of the building’s management. This often means you can’t paint walls or ceilings a different colour, you can’t change the building’s facade and you can’t fix anything permanently to walls, floors and ceilings. On balconies, especially, you can’t put in anything that can be climbed up or can compromise the integrity of the building (such as an irrigation system or very heavy objects). Here, everything can be packed up and taken with you when you go.…

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