We all know the toilet can harbour germs, but you may be surprised that it’s not the worst offender in your home.

Spring and summer are just around the corner – but are your feet ready for strappy shoes and sandals rather than boots and thick socks? Read on for tips to get your feet looking their best after the winter hibernation.

Not on your family, we mean on your pets! But fleas aren't fussy, and they can infest most mammals including humans; so, it pays to keep a close eye out for these bitey little critters!

Did you get nagged by your kids for sports gear, only for it to be discarded after a couple of months? Or have they just outgrown it? Rather than having it clutter up your home, donate it to a brilliant cause.

We could all do with a bit more time in the day, so we’ve got lots of easy ways to get an extra half hour to do whatever you like!

Soap scum. It creeps up on your bathroom when you’re not looking, especially on your once sparkling shower screens! Try a few of our tips to keep your shower screen clean.

Whether they are a gift, or you are giving yourself a treat, here are some different ways to make your lovely bunch of cut flowers last a bit longer – and they’re all common household items.

While we haven’t quite reached the $10 lettuce, we all know that the price of fresh vegetables is on the rise. Here are some ways you can make your veggies stay fresh for longer so you’re not throwing your hard-earned cash into the bin.

There’s nothing nicer than settling down in the evening to watch a bingeworthy show–but if you always reach for that bar of chocolate or bag of chips, here are some simple ways to kick the habit (but only if you want to!).

If you like the idea of supporting charities, but also want to help your community, here’s how you can find charity or not-for-profit organisations in your local area.

All learner drivers under the age of 25 must complete 5 hours night-time driving practice (between sunset and sunrise). Here are some tips to make it safer (and less stressful) for you and the learner driver you are supervising!

Does the thought of biting into an icy pole or having a cup of hot tea make you wince? If so, you may be suffering from sensitive teeth. Tooth sensitivity is a common and painful condition and here are some of the things that may be causing it.

Who can resist the thought of a cute and cuddly puppy joining your family? Well, there are a few things you should consider carefully – including the cost over a lifetime - which could blow a big hole in your budget if you’re not prepared!

You don’t need paint, canvases, or paper for your kids to channel their inner artist. Just grab a box of ‘sidewalk’ chalk, head outside with your kids and let their imaginations run wild.

Congratulations Shaun and thanks for supporting your local Yanchep plumbing business! Shaun has 150 reasons to smile winning the monthly draw just for using a local business he found through Little Aussie.

DIY painting is easy, right? The truth is, it’s easy to do a not-so-great job. So, if you’re thinking of painting a few doors in your home, here are some helpful tips to get it right first time.

Admit it, we all bought too much, so if you have a cupboard full of hand sanitiser, you’re not alone! If you’re not going to get through it all before it expires, here are 12 other ways you can use it around your home.

Having a lovely garden can be an expensive business, but we’ve got some great ideas to fill up your garden beds and pots for free!

It’s enough to fill any parent with dread; your child comes home from school with a note announcing that there are cases of headlice in the classroom.

Not all garden pests are harmful to plants; in fact, some can be extremely helpful by getting rid of the bad guys of the garden pest world, which can ruin your plants and home-grown produce.

If headlice have landed (literally) on your child’s head - now the hard work begins! Getting rid of headlice can take some time, but it’s important to do it properly or they will just keep coming back.

A delicious meat-free dinner that’s perfect served with a crisp green salad – and it’s so tasty you won’t even miss the meat.

Go on admit it, you've bought flat pack furniture thinking it's going to be a doddle to put together only to find that the ‘instructions’ don't contain any words, just pictures, and you attached a few bits back to front! We're here to help with some tips to make it all a lot less stressful.

If you’ve just had your car detailed and it’s shiny and clean, here are 9 great tips to help you to keep it that way.

They are part of our family but can sometimes leave behind a bit of a smell (we’re talking about your pets, not your children!). Here are 8 tips to remove the pet smells from your home.

The lucky winner of the awesome Weber Smoker BBQ was Pat from Hamersley.

We all know the dangers of smoking, but what if your oven has picked up this nasty habit?! We have two common reasons why your oven may have started to smoke.

You’re having a cooking session and the recipe calls for butter … but you’ve run out. You do have a tub of margarine in the fridge, but will it make a difference to your final dish or not?

Lots of us reach for the chocolate and lollies if we’re feeling a bit of stress. They may give us a sugar hit, but what goes up must come down and you may feel worse in the long run. Try some of these delicious and healthier foods and drinks, with stress reducing qualities, instead.

With rising prices, food charities are becoming overwhelmed with requests for help, but you can do something to help at a local level. Here’s how to get together with your neighbours and make a food donation to those who need it.

Burglars don’t like to work hard. They will always bypass the homes that look safe and secure and move on to the ones which look as though they will be easier to access.

Everyone believes they are a good driver, but you could be slowly killing your car. We have 8 everyday bad driving habits to avoid, or your car may be heading for early retirement.

No one likes a mouldy blind! But moisture from rain and lower temperatures combined with indoor heating can cause condensation on your windows and increase the risk. Here’s how to avoid it.

If you hate cleaning your bathroom (and let’s face it, most of us do), try this system to give it a speed clean!

We all love a homemade treat, and so will your dog with these three easy to make dog treat recipes.

Let’s face it, our socks work pretty hard – they are cooped up in shoes all day, put up with smelly feet, bunions and toenails which are too long – not to mention losing their partner in the wash! It’s no wonder they don’t last too long. The good news is old and unwanted socks can be recycled.

Tender and moist cake with pops of apple and a crunchy walnut topping. The perfect yummy treat for a winter’s day (or any day!).

Without knowing it, parts of your hair care routine might be bad for your hair. Here’s what to avoid and keep it shiny and healthy.

Winter illnesses have been less severe over the last couple of years because we have been taking more care with hygiene and often wearing masks. But now we are mask free – here are some helpful tips for winter health.

If your lawn struggles in summer or doesn’t do well in the shade, it may not be the right lawn variety for your garden’s conditions. There are many lawn varieties to choose from so here’s a quick guide to which should go where.

You’ve just put the final full stop in an assignment or report that’s due tomorrow and your computer shuts down. But of course, you backed everything up …. Didn’t you?

Unfortunately, pests don’t go away during the colder weather. Just like us, they want to stay warm, so here are the most common signs that your home has become a winter refuge for unwanted guests.

Cats are pretty self-sufficient and keep themselves to themselves for a lot of the time, but if you notice certain changes in behaviour, it could be time for a visit to the vet. Here’s what to watch out for.

Kids’ parties these days seem to be a major event with all the bells and whistles. But it doesn’t have to be that way. It is possible to have a fun kids party without needing a week’s holiday afterwards.

Estate planning is the process of making end-of-life arrangements and preparing important documents to make sure your wishes are carried out exactly as you want them.

You’ve measured, mixed, and whisked, but still your cake comes out sunken in the middle or even looking more like a pancake. Don’t be sad! Read on.

Paying for insurance is a no-brainer when it comes to protecting your assets such as your home and contents, and car. But rather than automatically renewing policies, shop around instead and save.

Studies show that an afternoon nap for adults can be a good thing – as long as you follow a few guidelines. Here are some successful napping tips.

Most people can find half an hour in their day to spare, so why not do something that will be great for your community and will take under 30 minutes of your time.

This delicious treat will keep for 5 days in the fridge in an airtight container – but it probably won’t last that long!

Non-specific neck pain is the most common type of neck pain and means it has no specific underlying disease. While it is unclear what is causing the pain, it usually settles down after a few days. Here’s what could be causing it.

If you love the idea of beautiful garden, but simply don’t have the time, here are some great ideas to reduce the need for garden maintenance.

We love our dogs, but they can add a bit of time to your cleaning routine, especially if they shed hair! The good news is we have some simple tips for keeping your home clean and fresh.

We’ve all got one. That drawer or box with a mishmash of cables and connectors that you’re hanging onto ‘just in case’. The items they belonged to are probably long gone, so here’s how you can get them out of your house without sending them to landfill.

So, you’ve decided it’s time for a new fence. Before you decide on fencing material and style, here are some important questions to ask yourself, so you don’t regret your choice further down the track.

Did you know that over 80% of dogs and 70% of cats over the age of three will develop gum disease? It can be extremely painful for your fur baby but is treatable in the early stages.

If you want your non-stick pans to last, it's important to take good care of them to prevent their surface from scratching, peeling, or warping. Here are a few tips to keep them turning from a ‘non-stick pan’, into just a ‘pan’.

We probably put more effort into saving money on our energy bills in summer when our air conditioners can be running 24/7. But there are things we can do to save money on energy bills in winter too.

Walking is great for good health. Just 30 minutes every day can increase fitness and strengthen bones. It can also reduce your risk of developing serious health conditions such as heart disease and type 2 diabetes. How fast you walk can also make a difference.

One of the most common winter weeds is clover and now the rain has started, it’s just lurking under the soil and waiting to take over your lawn and garden. Here are some great tips for getting rid of it and keeping your garden clover-free.

Men’s Shed groups are an updated version of the shed in the backyard that has long been a part of Australian culture. Here’s why it’s a great idea to take a look.

A one-pan dinner solution that’s easy to prepare, looks impressive and tastes delicious!

Soap scum – the enemy of every bathroom and caused by a combination of minerals in the water and the ingredients in soap. Here are 4 ways you can try to get rid of it.

Fancy starting to jog or run, but don’t know what to do (without doing yourself more harm than good?!). Here are some helpful tips to get you started.

Keeping your kitchen clean takes a bit of an effort – but that doesn’t mean you have to spend hours every week cleaning and tidying. Try this quick routine so it doesn’t turn into a major chore.

Have you got a curious kitty who is forever exploring every corner of your home? Well, here are some indoor plants you may want them to avoid.

Did you know that nail varnish is considered Household Hazardous waste and shouldn’t be disposed of in any of your kerbside bins? No, neither did we! So, we’ve listed more household items that need specialist disposal (and where you can take them).

If a painting session with your toddler fills you with dread, we’ve got a great activity that will keep them occupied and they (and you and your home) won’t be covered in paint when they’ve finished!

We regularly trim our own toenails; if we didn’t, they would cause all sorts of problems and affect the way we walk (not to mention the problems we would have trying to get our shoes on). Well, the same applies to your dog (but without the shoes!).

When you flop onto your lovely, comfy sofa at the end of the day – you may not be alone. If you’ve never had your sofa professionally cleaned – you could be sharing it with unwanted guests!

It’s cheap, readily available and is far more useful than just removing unwanted hair! Here’s how you can use shaving foam around your home.

It’s easy to become complacent when it comes to your home loan but making extra payments can save you thousands in interest over the years. Here are some simple ways to do it.

There are 206 bones in an adult human body. They give our bodies structure, protect vital organs and without them, we’d be in a bit of trouble! But to do their job, we have to do ours and take care of them. The good news is, it’s never too late.

Plant bulbs in autumn for a stunning spring display. Brand new bulbs are almost certain to flower at least once, and the nourishment they receive this year will determine the health of the bulb for the next flowering season.

Everyone is welcome to join in, whether you walk, jog, run, volunteer, or spectate. parkrun™ is a positive, welcoming, and inclusive experience where there is no time limit, and no one finishes last.

Gavin & Elaine from Connolly used a local Little Aussie business and left some feedback on the great service they received. Congratulations on winning $150 just for being an awesome supporter of local businesses!

Although COVID is still top of everyone’s mind, the influenza virus hasn’t gone away. Here are 9 reasons why you should consider getting vaccinated against the flu in 2022.

Is your wardrobe bursting at the seams, yet you feel like you have nothing to wear? The solution isn’t to buy more clothes, it’s to get rid of those that are taking up precious space. Here are some helpful tips to get your started.

There’s nothing more satisfying than crossing something off your ‘To Do’ list. We all struggle with getting stuff done sometimes, but making a list is a great starting point when it comes to saving time.

While some nuts are safe in small amounts, others can be very toxic to dogs when eaten. We’ve listed some common nuts that are often found in pantries, and what the effect on your dog could be if they eat them.

If your local council provides a three-bin waste system and you’re getting a bit confused about what goes into your FOGO or GO bin, read on!

With rainy days on the horizon, this indoor, easy-to-organise ‘basketball’ game is a great way to keep the kids entertained.

Did you know that the tomato sauce you’ve just poured on your hot dog or hamburger could contain up to 2 teaspoons of sugar? The average Australian consumes 15-16 teaspoons of sugar a day – and a lot of that is ‘hidden’ in processed foods – both sweet and savoury.

With so many options available, deciding which materials to use can be overwhelming. To help, we’ve found 6 reasons why brick paving should be at the top of your list.

If it’s been a while since you had a new toothbrush, it could be time to ditch the old and bring in the new! Here’s why.

Because of COVID, we are all probably a bit rusty when it comes to travelling overseas! So, here are some useful packing tips now that we are free to come and go again!

Are you the sort of person who buys 20 cans of baked beans if they’re on special? Well, here are some items that many not last as long as you think and could turn out to be a waste of money if you buy them in bulk.

Winter is on the doorstep but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy home-grown, fresh herbs. Here are some fabulous winter herbs that will thrive in your garden.

Christine from Canning Vale was over the moon to win the Dyson V15!

Here are 4 things you should take into consideration when deciding whether to hire or buy that expensive power tool.

Curtains are the all-round performer when it comes to window coverings for your home. Here are 4 reasons they are a great choice.

They’re not going to save you hours in the day, but it’s surprising how a few minutes here and there can add up to make life easier – especially if you’re short of time!

Australians throw away over 18 million printer cartridges a year, and over 5,000 tonnes of materials end up in landfill. When they break apart, they can contaminate groundwater and the environment. Here’s how to recycle them instead.

Kid’s bored with nothing to do? Need your car washed? Combine the two for a win-win situation. Okay, the wash job may not be the best you’ve ever seen, but the smile on your kids’ faces will be worth it!

In line with the current COVID-19 pandemic climate, RSLWA has had to make the difficult decision not to deliver the traditional Kings Park Dawn Service and remove public participation for 2022. Here is some information from RSLWA and how you can still commemorate our veterans.

Is your sofa like an old friend where you relax at the end of a busy day and has stuck by you through thick and thin? Is it looking at bit the worse for wear? You don’t have to replace it – reupholster instead.

Pharmacies have come a long way over the years and these days they offer many services to make life a bit easier. Read on the find out how your local pharmacy can help you.

We’ve all done it. Tossed an item of clothing into the wash without checking the label and it comes out a smaller version of what went in. But all is not lost. There is a way you can ‘unshrink’ some items of clothing.

Be honest, how many veggies go into your bin every week? Vegetables and bagged salads are in the top five most wasted foods in Australia; and the average Australian household throws out $2,000 - $2,500 worth of food per year! Here are some helpful tips to reduce your veggie waste and save.

It’s no surprise that our summers seem to be getting longer and hotter, so, having your skin checked by a doctor on a regular basis is important to spot any problems (whatever your skin type).