To tenderise steak

November 27, 2011 | Filed under Tip of the Day

Tenderise cheaper cuts of steak before cooking, rub the surface of the meat with a slice of kiwifruit before cooking.

Five Secrets to Happiness in Retirement

November 25, 2011 | Filed under Personal financial management

The average person spends about a quarter of their life in retirement so it’s worth thinking about how to make those years enjoyable. Here are five simple principles that can help you find happiness and avoid misery in what should be the best time of your life. …Read more

Storing small toys

November 23, 2011 | Filed under Tip of the Day

Trim the tops off clear plastic soft drink bottles with a sharp knife and use to store small toys such as matchbox cars, marbles, plastic linking blocks.

Employee Share Plans

November 21, 2011 | Filed under Personal financial management

Many companies, both large and small, now have employee share plans. In theory, it is a win-win for company and employee. The company is able to reward and motivate staff without having to pay cash and the employee is given an opportunity to acquire shares on favourable terms. …Read more

mattress protector

November 18, 2011 | Filed under Tip of the Day

 If you have a bed-wetting child, use  a shower curtain to protect the mattress.  Tie 1cm wide elastic through the holes made to hang the curtain and wrap the elastic around the base of the mattress to hold it in place.

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