As Aotearoa New Zealand looks to transition to renewable gas, there’s a lot of talk about biogas and hydrogen. But what is renewable gas and how will it energise our homes?

Swimming season is upon us. If you’re currently considering an addition of an outdoor pool or spa or maybe adding or upgrading a heating system, you’ll be wondering: What are my heating options? What’s best for my family? What will work for us?

Have you ever brought a kitchen item and never read the instructions before using it? *Raises hand*

We have!

Surely we know how it works right? Not always!

These BBQ hacks will make your burgers and bangers sizzle this summer and backyard entertaining a breeze.

Now is a great time to give your radiators a good clean before the colder weather arrives. Central Heating NZ has some handy tips on how to clean your radiators – what to do and what not to!

The World Health Organisation recommends indoor temperatures should be a minimum of 18C but ideally 21C to provide a comfortable and healthy living environment. Still, a recent report by Statistics NZ found a third of Kiwi homes were under 18C in winter. 

It might be a while before your dream holiday is possible, so there’s plenty of time to learn the lingo while you wait with the app Duolingo. It's fun, addictive and free, so try it out to fill in a little time each day.

Consumer NZ's article, Downsides to DIY hand sanitser looks into how effective homemade recipes are and what you need to be aware of if you’re thinking of trying one out.