2017

  • How to Prevent Possums from Stripping Your Fruit Trees Bare


    There is nothing so satisfying for a gardener than to see all your hard work pay off as spring rolls around and your fruit trees begin to blossom, full of promise and hopefully soon to be full of fruit. However, in Australia, you probably aren't the only one happily preparing for a bountiful summertime harvest. Rodents, such as rats, mice, squirrels and every Australian gardener's favourite—the possum—are eagerly waiting to enjoy the fruits of your labour.
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  • Why asbestos removal is best left to the professionals


    There are some things that you just don't play around with, and asbestos is perhaps one of the most common household remnants that you should simply avoid at all costs. The danger of asbestos — a set of six silicate minerals that naturally occur in nature — has been known for over a century, and widespread health concerns relating to asbestos first rose to prominence as long ago as the 1920s, with the first documented case of asbestos-related death occurring in 1906.
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  • What You Need to Consider before Buying Undeveloped Land


    Do you like the idea of buying your own piece of undeveloped Australia? Perhaps you fancy the idea of the great outdoors and want to finally roll out one of your pet projects. There is certainly plenty of available land to choose from, but there are many factors you need to take into consideration before getting too carried away. What should you be aware of? Getting the Big Picture The beauty of this type of project is that you have a blank canvas to work with and that the land is, by definition, undeveloped.
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  • 3 Questions You Should Ask Yourself When Selecting a Retirement Home


    Many people wish to acquire a special home where their parents will enjoy their senior years during retirement. Such people need to think carefully about various factors so that they can select the most appropriate retirement home for those ageing parents. This article discusses some of the key questions that may help you to make the best decision when you are selecting a retirement home for your parents. How Easy Will It Be to Maintain the Home?
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