What to do to ensure hot water system is still working well?
During Chemistry lessons decades ago in secondary school, I learnt about some metals acting as sacrificial sources to protect another metal against rusting. This nugget
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Home Security – CCTV Cameras
In the early days of moving to Melbourne, we were, like most Singaporeans, concerned about home security. We were one of those that installed a
Selling our car in Melbourne!
For someone who has had his own personal transport since 19 years of age, it was a strange realisation when it finally hit home that
Eating cheaply with EatClub and Too Good To Go Apps
You know that feeling …. It’s coming to the end of the month and to no surprise, the food budget is almost depleted. Sigh …..
Durians !!!!
Growing up in Singapore in the sixties, durian season came only twice a year. I remember my uncles buying kampong durians by the basket and
Hot Air Ballooning Over Melbourne!
Melbourne is well served by modern highways, buses, trams and trains. However, did you know you can also choose to float amongst the clouds to
Buying beds, mattresses and other household goods in Australia
When migrating over to any country, the first instinct might be to try to ship all of one’s possessions over to the new location. Until,
Medicare and Bulk Billing
Medical care in Australia is really top notch and we are grateful that Medicare benefits are made available for migrants on permanent resident visas. When
Lower Cost Living in Melbourne
Despite being voted as the “World’s Most Liveable City” many times in the past, Melbourne is a wonderful city but it can be an expensive
Buying a Car in Australia
The first things about buying a car in Australia is that cars are so much cheaper compared to Singapore. If you don’t live in an
