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Daylight savings has become an important part of our lives, with most of the western world advancing their clocks each year to bring more light to the evenings. In fact, the practice of daylight saving time (DST) is so common in the west that it’s hard to remember a time it didn’t exist. While ancient civilisations did adjust their daily […]

Whether it’s for your car, your health or your life, the right insurance can make a lot of difference when something unexpected comes your way. While most Australians insure their home and contents, ma ny are uninsured on other fronts. Read on to take a look at some of the types of insurance you may wish to consider. Life Insurance […]

Depreciation can be an attractive factor for an investor purchasing a new home. However, those that invest in older homes, or already own a home as an investment, can benefit from savings too. Over time, some elements of an investment property decline in value. In line with this, the ATO allows for claims of depreciation to be made on investment […]

The design and management of green urban spaces has become an important issue around the world. From rooftop and community gardens through to the development of environmental precincts and sustainable cities, the urban ideal is becoming increasingly green. With consequences for building, lifestyle, and productivity, the green agenda is causing some of the most profound changes to urban policy around […]

As first home buyers withdraw from the market, and interest rates stabilise, timing is right for investors to enter the scene. With many positive indicators across the economy, 2013 looks to be a great year to secure an investment property. Across Australia, first home purchasers decreased in numbers significantly. The reduction of first home grants has been the main catalyst […]

Many are forsaking the gym in favour of exercise at home, with the help of their smart phone. Be it for motivation, help with technique or simple accountability, support for a healthy lifestyle now comes in a digital form, on smart phones and other compatible devices via a range of applications aimed at helping users reach their goals. Just how […]

For most people, getting a home ready for sale means some spring cleaning and a garden tidy-up. However, some selling their home will go as far as employing professional home stylists and hiring furniture. What are some of the more extreme ways of selling your home, and are they worth it? In Melbourne’s Inner East, Janet and John are putting […]

Have you heard about the peaceful revolution that has been taking place in Iceland over the last five years? If you answered no, you are certainly not alone. This revolution was virtually ignored by mainstream media, despite the novelty of what took place and the potential consequences for the rest of the world. During the financial turmoil of 2008 and […]

Technology continues to define our daily lives, from the computers we use at work through to the tablets and smartphones that have infiltrated our living rooms. Home automation has become one of the most defining tech trends of the new century, as smart devices increasingly integrate with each other and get designed into the very structure of our homes. Domestic […]

The new year sees many people consider whether they are happy in their current job, and in some cases, a career change. What’s the best way to change careers later in life, and how do you do it without starting at the bottom? There are many reasons to seek out a new job. It could be a change in your […]