Go pro this spring-cleaning season with smart appliances that do the heavy lifting for you ‒ and expert spring-cleaning tips to ensure sparkling results.

A top-to-toe spring-clean of your home every two to three months is ideal. Otherwise, unseen dirt and grime quickly build up, and your house can acquire an odour that your nose becomes accustomed to.

To help make things easy, we’ve plotted the perfect spring-cleaning action plan. Plus, we’ll share top spring-cleaning hacks and recommend the best stick vacuums, carpet cleaners, steam cleaners, robot vacuums, and vacuum accessories to have your house looking good again.

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You only really notice your old vacuum cleaner when it lets you down: the barrel that feels heavier every year as you haul it up the stairs, or the morning you walk into the kitchen to find the robot vacuum has been quietly doing laps of the tiles while you slept. Either moment usually ends the same way: time for a new one.

The trouble is that choosing one is more complicated than it looks. Stick versus barrel versus robot. Cordless runtime. Suction specs that don't always mean what they seem. Pet hair, carpet versus hard floors, and a price range that runs from under $200 to well over $2,000. It's a lot to weigh up.

This article cuts through it. We've picked the best vacuum cleaners for each situation (everyday cleaning, pet hair, lightweight use, tight budgets and hands-free robot cleaning), we'll help you work out which type of vacuum your home actually needs.

Just the thought of a sizzling barbecue wafting grill smoke on a warm summer day is enough to make your mouth water. Come to think of it, an outdoor cook-up any time of year is a treat. If you’re looking for recipe inspo, read on for the best new BBQ ideas for dinner. Whether you’re a gas BBQ lover, an electric barbie convert or a portable barbecue fan, get grilling with these delicious and best BBQ recipe ideas from Weber and BeefEater.

Australian summers can get a little sweaty – long hot days and warm nights make it hard to stay cool. If you’re looking for a way to beat the heat, the best place to start is at home with the right heating and cooling system. From fans to air conditioners, there’s lots of ways to keep cool. If you’re ready to set up a home cooling system – or upgrade your current one – keep reading!