Gardens of WA: Jen and Kim Davies space a celebration of old treasures
Have you noticed that ‘old’ is nearly always a pejorative term? Old socks, old books, old bat, old news — as a society we don’t take fondly to old things. …
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Explained: How to avoid the deadly legionnaires disease
As green thumb Aussies get back to the garden for the warm Spring weather, health experts are raising red flags that some simple garden products can be deadly if handled …
Explained: How to avoid the deadly legionnaires disease
As green thumb Aussies get back to the garden for the warm Spring weather, health experts are raising red flags that some simple garden products can be deadly if handled …
Daylight saving is again on its way; here’s what you need to know
Get ready to change the clocks on the oven and microwave, because if you live in a daylight saving state it’s almost that time of year again. Daylight saving time …
Roundup blamed for cancer pain in landmark class action
A landmark class action over a widely used weedkiller will come down to science as hundreds of Australian cancer patients seek reparations. The case, launched by Maurice Blackburn Lawyers on …
Gardens of WA: Balingup’s Andrew Thamo and late wife Chrissy Sharp made it their mission to protect WA forests
In more ways than one, Andrew Thamo and his late partner of 43 years, Chrissy Sharp, have dedicated their lives to trees. Under the last vestiges of the autumn canopy …
Perth wildflowers: The best trails to wander down this spring to see WA’s unique flora
Spring has almost sprung, which means more than 12,000 species of wildflowers will soon gloriously bloom around Perth. Destination Perth has listed plenty of wildflower trails around Perth for you …
S&R Orchard Perth and Tulip Festival: Two must-see blooming flower events in Perth this spring
With spring approaching, there are two magical events you just won’t want to miss. A short drive out of Perth could land you at either the enchanting Blossom Festival or …
Gardens of WA: Pruning guru Seamus Johnston shares secrets to amazing rose garden
Remember those magic crystal gardens that every kid had in the 1990s? You’d set up this cardboard “garden”, pour over a special (magic!) liquid, and then watch as something incredible …
Gardens of WA: Marion Fredriksson uses pots to combat Eucalyptus roots in the way
According to Socrates, “To know thyself is the beginning of wisdom”. Generally recited in its abridged form, “know thyself”, it is advice that is as good as it is old. …