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Australian property values up
AFTER a flat February the property market has rallied to finish the first quarter of the year on a strong note. Half of all Australia’s capital cities are now recorded record high dwelling values.
Airports you’ll want to spend time in
DAY spas, showers, free food, movie theatres ... these are the airports that you will actually want to extend your layover.
Finance Paying bills: You’re doing it wrong
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The scary medical condition hitting young women
PR GURU Roxy Jacenko is the latest person to be diagnosed with Bell’s palsy. So what is it and why are so many young women getting it?
April Fool hoax goes way too far
POLICE were involved and the Department of Education was not impressed, saying this high school’s April Fool’s joke was “very serious” on many levels.
Why you shouldn’t click on this dating profile
THIS good-looking guy’s photo is splashed all over dating websites, but even he will tell you to avoid his profile at all costs. It will ruin your life.
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RBA keeps rates at historic low
THE Reserve Bank of Australia has kept the cash rate on hold, saying the current level of 2.5 per cent will help to stimulate growth while keeping inflation under control.
Honeymoon boom woos customers
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Slow lane will eventually get bumpy
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People power delivers deal on cover
A CONSUMER campaign has delivered a discount of up to 40 per cent off Coles' combined home and contents cover, for eligible applicants.
How to jazz up canned soup
A budget winter pantry staple, canned soups can be your first step to a flavoursome, warming meal-in-a-bowl.
Asian chicken noodle soup
Combine fresh Asian greens with chicken and noodles to create this winter warming soup.
Lamb shank and pasta soup
Cook this soup on a nice gentle heat for a long time and you'll be rewarded with a heart-warming dinner that's still low in fat.
5 ideas for soups
As the cooler weather starts to come in, now's the perfect time to start serving up some delicious warming soups.
Minestrone soup
Serve this warm and filling soup with some fresh crusty bread to create a winter's meal.
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Clean lines and pure forms remain the hallmark of the Narciso Rodriguez style.
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The new ways to wear the Little Black Dress
Vogue edits the best LBDs of the autumn/winter'14/'15 shows.
Temporary beauty products that will change your look
Go wild tonight with these beauty products, then go back to normal (if you want) for the rest of the weekend.
Does margarine lower cholesterol?
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Weekly challenge: Lower cholesterol in 7 days
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This weekend... Look good at the gym
Want to look great even while you're hot and sweaty? Here's how to stay gorgeous at the gym.
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How to choose a gym
Choosing the right gym can make all the difference between a painful, costly waste of money and you achieving your fitness goals.
Create an autumn maze
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How to create a egg carton dragon
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Get crafty: mini dinosaur fossil
Kids will get a kick out of creating these fossils and then 'digging' for them later. Also cute to do at a dinosaur themed or adventure party!
Get active: Jurassic dig
This is a really fun outdoor activity for the budding palaeontologist in any family.
How to play Flap the Kipper
This traditional Irish party game is a fun St Patrick's Day activity for kids.
Plant guide: Purple Coneflower
Purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea) is an easy-going perennial that has a burst of flowers in autumn.
Plant guide: Bulb planting secrets
One of the tricks to being a successful gardener is thinking ahead.
How to make an autumn leaf candle holder
Capture the golden tones of Autumn leaves with this simple candle holder.
How to paint properly
Don’t rely on a paint swatch to give a true indication of how a colour will look in your home.
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The world as seen by a Discoverer
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The world’s most hideous homes?
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Australian property values up
Michelle Hele AFTER a flat February the property market has rallied to finish the first quarter of the year on a strong note. Half of all Australia’s capital cities are now recorded record high dwelling values.
Australian property values up
AFTER a flat February the property market has rallied to finish the first quarter of the year on a strong note. Half of all Australia’s capital cities are now recorded record high dwelling values.
Auctions Solid weekend auction clearances
HOME values stayed put in a week that saw the most auctions held in Australia’s capitals since mid-December 2013
New house sales figures improve
THE number of new houses sold is continuing to climb. Which state performed the best?
Why you shouldn’t click on this dating profile
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Top 10 Tourism Australia photos
FROM curious kangaroos to spectacular beaches, take a look at Tourism Australia's top 10 most-liked Facebook photos of 2013.
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Ibrahim, Rose Tattoo drummer charged
FORMER bikie boss Sam Ibrahim and Rose Tattoo drummer Paul De Marco have been arrested as part of investigations into an alleged gun running syndicate.
Therese Rein’s $221m payday
THÉRÈSE Rein sold her recruitment company for a $221 million bounty in what could lead to a reshuffle of Australia’s rich lists.
Ervin laments loss of composure
A CONTRITE Gary Ervin has conceded he let his emotions get the better of him and led to him letting down Adelaide’s NBL championship drive.
Resurrection: What the heck is going on?
IT IS the much-hyped show taking audiences by storm. As Australia gets ready for the second episode of Resurrection tonight, fans have plenty of questions.
Live coverage: Round five NRL teams
ANOTHER huge injury list makes for a bumper Teams Talk this week. Check out our coverage, including live blog.
The scary medical condition hitting young women
PR GURU Roxy Jacenko is the latest person to be diagnosed with Bell’s palsy. So what is it and why are so many young women getting it?
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