The Stawell Times-News
Sunday, 3 December 2023
Life & Style
Life
Mining town cottage treated to a fresh face
Carefully detailing ensured the charm of the original charred brickwork was retained. Picture by Light and Lines
Reducing the risk of a li-ion fire at home
Use batteries carefully to reduce the risk of a house fire. Picture Shutterstock
Advice
Tick season is here so keep a keen eye on your furry family members
Dr Anne Quain
Fully engorged tick. Picture by Jerzy Gorecki.
What's the right tree for me? Expert tips to help you choose
No matter what colour scheme suits you, choose a palette of three complementary colours for your decorations. This will give your tree a cohesive and elevated look. Picture from Target.
Steps to help ensure your household is safe this summer
Preparation is key to help lessen the impact of emergency events. Picture supplied
Opinion
Why the one-piece is this summer's swimsuit royalty
Karen Hardy
Diana's iconic blue swimsuit. Picture by Daniel Escale (Netflix)
Advice
Tetanus may be rare but can be very painful for your pets
Dr Anne Quain
If you notice changes in your dog's demeanour and body positioning, consult your vet. Picture file
Advice
Watch out for slithery reptiles in your backyard this summer
Rspca
A baby python will be just as scared as you are. Stay still or back away slowly. Picture supplied
Travel withExplore
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If these waters could talk: Discover Bangkok through its River of Kings
If these waters could talk: Discover Bangkok through its River of Kings
Narina Exelby
Visit this gem of an island in the Adriatic as part of a cruise
Visit this gem of an island in the Adriatic as part of a cruise
Shifting sands: This gorgeous island in Queensland is on the move
Carrie Hutchinson
Shifting sands: This gorgeous island in Queensland is on the move
Deal of the week: Save more than 40 per cent on a holiday in Bali
Deal of the week: Save more than 40 per cent on a holiday in Bali
Discovering the Best Hammam Experience in Istanbul: A Blend of Tradition and Luxury
Explore the best hammam experience in Istanbul, guiding you to a place where you can immerse yourself in a blend of luxury and tradition. Picture Shutterstock
Recipes
Is Donna Hay's dish the only roast chook recipe you'll ever need?
Roast garlic chicken on potato and leek gratin. Picture by Chris Court. Recipe and styling: Donna Hay
Karen Hardy
Motherland: a love song to Jamaican cuisine
Karen Hardy
Peanut and sweet potato stew. Picture supplied
What's cooking, good looking? The best cookbooks of 2023
Karen Hardy
Every cook likes to find a cookbook under the Christmas tree. Picture Shutterstock
Books
What I wished I'd told Silverchair before they became Silverchair
Watch
Daniel Johns performs on Newcastle's 1993 NBN telethon, when Silverchair were called the Innocent Criminals. Picture by NBN Television
James Joyce
Motherland: a love song to Jamaican cuisine
Karen Hardy
Peanut and sweet potato stew. Picture supplied
Secret to how famous author weaves characters through his novels
Ron Cerabona
Michael Connelly. Picture by Kate Westerman
Celebrity
Kiss farewell live concerts to become digital avatars
Kiss co-founders Gene Simmons (left) and Paul Stanley have unveiled digital avatars of the band. (AP PHOTO)
Maria Sherman
Roll up, roll up, the circus is back in town
Liz Hobday
Giant puppets replace real elephants in Circus 1903 which is returning to Sydney. (HANDOUT/SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE)
Macaulay Culkin gets star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Ellie Iorizzo
"There's so many people that I love and to feel it back is just amazing," Macaulay Culkin says. (AP PHOTO)
Shopping
Scam warning for Black Friday sale weekend
Australians are expected to spend $6.36 billion during the Black Friday sale weekend. Picture by Shutterstock
Anna McGuinness
Home brands climb to the top of Aussie shopping lists
Charmaine Manuel
The awards were voted on by 5,000 Australians. Supplied.
Stuck for Christmas present ideas? These tech, fashion and toy experts have the answers
Anna Houlahan
A child opening their Christmas present. Picture via Canva

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