Outdoor Living

Like to camp but hate roughing it? Pack these portable appliances to bring the comfort and luxury of home into the great outdoors. For a true glamping experience, you’ll need a few well-chosen small appliances and a portable BBQ for stress-free meal prep, plus a portable projector for movie screenings around the campfire. And don’t forget the coffee machine to brew morning happiness!

Starting to sound more like your kind of camping? Here are our top appliance picks and camping hacks for camping luxury – just make sure you book a powered site to run your appliances, and you’ll be a happy camper!

Key takeaways

• Top camping cooking appliances are air fryers, benchtop ovens, multicookers, food choppers, electric frypans and portable BBQs because they make outdoor meal prep faster, easier and more reliable.

• Electric frypans and portable BBQs are useful because they reduce the hassle of cooking over an open fire.

• The best camping entertainment tech is portable speakers, walkie talkies and mini projectors.

• For camping comfort consider electric blankets, portable air conditioners, water coolers and handheld vacuums to help campers stay warm, cool and keep tents and sleeping gear cleaner.

Is your home starting to feel like a fridge inside? Now is the time to sort out your home heating so you can keep the cold at bay this winter. To help you find the right heater for the job, we asked our seasonal expert Scott Bazley for a run-down on the latest heating solutions, plus the hot features you’ll want to stay toasty warm for less.  

Whether you’re looking for a whisper-quiet panel heater to thaw your home office, a stylish air purifier that can heat and clean the air, or a safety-minded ceramic heater to keep things cosy in the bedroom all night, there’s a perfect house-warming hero for any space. So let’s meet the heaters!

First up, electric heaters…

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You probably don’t think about how dry or how moist your air is until it’s at one extreme or the other. Throughout the year, depending on how dry or humid the air is, you may need to use a humidifier or dehumidifier for added comfort. Both systems are used to maintain humidity levels inside living spaces and help reduce ailments. Wondering which is right for you? Keep reading to find out more …

Looking for a stylish and reliable new mobile that won’t break the bank? One that still offers all the bells and whistles we’ve come to expect from our indispensable pocket buddies? You’re in luck. In 2024, affordable mobiles are really dialling things up, with manufacturers such as Motorola delivering exceptional value without sacrificing quality, design or innovation. Case in point with Motorola, the moto g24: an affordable Motorola smartphone with all the tech you need to keep you connected for less.

“Boasting sleek design, a vibrant display, impressive performance and advanced camera capabilities to rival the big guns, the moto g24 is set to become one of the year’s best-value mobile phone picks,” predicts John Wong, The Good Guys Buyer - Mobiles and Plans.

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With the cost of living on the rise, it’s important to make sure you’re doing everything you can to find savings at home. We all know energy efficient appliances work smarter, not harder, to save us at bill time – but did you know many state governments also reward green households with rebates on the cost of energy-saving appliances? It’s definitely something to keep in mind when upgrading everything from your air conditioner to your washer and dryer.

Depending on eligibility, you can access hundreds of dollars in rebates simply by prioritising energy efficiency at your next appliance upgrade.

Keen to get some cash back on your next appliance upgrade? Here’s our state-by-state guide to the appliances and government rebates that can help you out.

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Grey nomads are seniors who have decided to spend their well-earned post-work life exploring. COVID-19 has meant that much of that exploration is now happening within Australia (and sometimes staying within your own state), giving these lucky seniors the opportunity to see everything this country has to offer.

Whether you’re preparing to roam the country, or just want to be able to stay in touch with friends while exploring your hometown, the right mobile phone and plan can add a lot to your quality of life. Here are some things to consider to make sure you get the best one for you.

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Every dad needs a place at home that’s just for him, where he can switch off from the stress of the world. It could be a media room, shed, maven haven or man cave. This Father’s Day, why not thrill your dad with entertainment, fitness or self-care buys to create the ultimate man cave. We’ve made it easy for you with these inspired Father’s Day gift ideas. All worthy of going straight to the pool room!

Need dinner ideas for kids? Nothing could be easier than turning on your toastie maker! No longer just for dishing up plain old cheese and tomato toasties, a superspeedy sandwich press can have you whipping up pizzas, tacos and even dessert in the time it takes kids to say, “We’re hungry!”. With bumper-sized models able to feed a troop of little mouths in minutes, your toastie machine will be the awesome appliance that buys you time and bags you credit with the smallest food critics in town. Warning – drool-worthy deliciousness ahead!