3 tips for water-wise gardening

Recently bought a property in Westbrook and keen to get going on your garden? Then use the winter ‘downtime’ to plan your ideal landscape – the layout of your garden, the plants and shrubs you’re going to use, and the features you’re planning to introduce, like pathways, pots, trellises and benches. Of course, another crucial…

How to set up a comfortable home office

If you’re planning on working remotely on a regular or semi-regular basis, it’s worth ensuring that your home office set-up is as comfortable as possible. Here are a few tips to help you do that. 1. Adjust your workstation Chances are, you’re using a laptop to work from home – but looking down at your…

Why retiring close to family makes sense

Should you move closer to family in retirement? It’s a question many seniors ask themselves as they consider where they’d like to spend their golden years. And while there’s no one-size-fits-all answer, there are many reasons why living close to loved ones in later life is an excellent option. 1. Be a hands-on grandparent Author…