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TopLine Clothes Lines No2
There are many downsides to drying clothes. An outdoor washing line takes up space and there’s always a need to retract it when not in use. An indoor…
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Here’s the thing about drying clothes. The sunny day doesn’t always fall on washing day and with a busy family it’s hard to plan your washing – in…
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Macri Exclusive Homes
When it comes to building a home, the word “luxury” can be ‘loosely’ thrown around, but not when you see one built by Macri Exclusive Homes. They have…
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Providence Lifestyle Group
There’s been plenty of thought and effort into the vision, design, and implementation of Providence Lifestyle Resorts. In this story you’ll see how the Providence Group are challenging…
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The Pearl – South Perth No2
Welcome to the Pearl residence. A new chapter of luxury living has arrived in South Perth. The Pearl provides a superb lifestyle in a building designed around luxury,…
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Helena Valley Lifestyle – One Bedroom
This is Helena Valley Lifestyle Village, a gated community where residents can lock and leave as they please with total peace of mind. Today, Home in WA looks…
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Refined Edge by Brian Burke Homes – Karrinyup
In this story Julia shows us a remarkable five-bedroom, three-bathroom home built by the distinguished Refined Edge Homes by Brian Burke Homes. It might surprise you that a…
View archival story: Refined Edge by Brian Burke Homes – KarrinyupThe Pearl – South Perth No1
A true pearl is a natural wonder, shaped and moulded over time to create layers of complexity, strength and unforgettable character. True to its definition… Neesha takes us…
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Oggi Stone Craft No1
Are you looking to spruce up your garden, but you don’t really know where to start? Holly discovered OGGI STONE CRAFT. For all your water feature and garden…
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KidzShack Cubby’s No3
You’ve all heard of cubby houses, but have you heard of Kidzshack cubbies? Holly went to check out the range. They have cubbies that come with slides, climbing…
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Mikes’ Back Shed No3
Baths, basins, toilets tapware and vanities. Here at Mike’s Back Shed,you’ll find everything including the kitchen sink! You may remember that old saying, we’re not fancy, but we’re…
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When you hear the words “cubby house” what springs to your mind. Before Holly discovered Kidzshack, she would have said “a couple of cushions and some old sheets”,…
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St Ives Retirement Living – Northshore ‘A’
Wouldn’t it be great if the ocean was part of your everyday lifestyle? Well, if you’re planning retirement, St Ives Northshore may just be the perfect location. Positioned…
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Are you looking to renovate your home? Or are you needing to spruce up an investment property, to get it ready for sale? but you don’t want to…
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There is nothing more important than outdoor play equipment for our children, and a cubby house can encourage a child’s imagination with pretend play and Kidzshack cubbies are…
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Holly went to visit Mike at his back shed to find out what was new. Mike’s Back Shed really is a renovator’s dream, why would you go anywhere…
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Averna Homes – Villa Mia
Each year we get to showcase several Award-Winning builders – and today it’s Averna Homes. Holly showed us around the very new, very special, ‘Villa Mia’. On display…
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Piara Waters
Imagine living in a brand new, secure and carefree “resort!” Piara Waters Lifestyle Resort is all about freedom and fun! A place where you'll feel a sense of…
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Kidzshack Cubby Houses No3
Remember when you used to climb a tree and pretend it was your own personal fortress cubby when you were little? Well, tree climbing is fun and all,…
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Refined Edge by Brian Burke Homes
Holly went to have a look at a stunning 4 bedroom home in Wembley Downs built by Refined Edge Homes, which is a branch of the highly successful…
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As a child, you may have made cubby houses by throwing some sheets over the couch, but these days things have changed! At Kidzshack, Cubby Houses almost any…
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Pascoe’s Gas, Water and Electrical – Lighting by design
Having good lighting in your home makes such a difference! While ‘functional’ lighting is very important, ‘decorative’ lighting will really set the mood in your home! Did you…
View archival story: Pascoe’s Gas, Water and Electrical – Lighting by designKidzshack Cubby Houses No1
As a child, you may have made cubby houses by throwing some sheets over the couch, but these days things have changed! At Kidzshack, Cubby Houses almost any…
View archival story: Kidzshack Cubby Houses No1Providence Piara Waters Lifestyle Resort
Imagine living in a brand new, secure and carefree “resort!” Piara Waters Lifestyle Resort is all about freedom and fun! A place where you'll feel a sense of…
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