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Nov 23
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Haven Extras Summer 2022

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Kitties of Disneyland - the kingdom's keepers Did you know that there is a population of 200-plus feral cats that live in the grounds of Disneyland, who are tasked with helping to control the theme park's rodent population? They're neutered and supported with an infrastructure built specifically for them, including…
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Aug 26
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Chill out zones

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Great outdoor areas can add tens of thousands to the value of your home, not to mention the added enjoyment of spending time in the garden with family and friends. Landscaping is also one of the few home improvements that can actually increase in value over time as plantings mature.…
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Feb 16
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Haven Extras Autumn 2022

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Aussie rhyming slang Are you having a "Barry Crocker" of a day? Rhyming slang was born out of London's east end in the 1800s, with the Cockneys no doubt taking the crown for their rhyming linguistic acrobatics. Our English roots meant it wasn't long before rhyming slang made its way…
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Feb 16
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Don’t do your block

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A good neighbour is a valuable asset, but backyard squabbles are on the rise. When you buy a new home, one of the greatest unknowns is over the fence. You can inspect the building, scope the drains, and survey the boundaries - but you never really know what you're buying…
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Nov 18
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Haven Extras Summer 2021

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Did you know the world has a global doomsday seed vault? Plunging deep inside a mountain on a remote island in the Svalbard archipelago, halfway between Norway and the North Pole, lies a global insurance policy seed vault. Every type of the world's crop seeds - the largest collection of…
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Nov 18
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Come to the dog side

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The key to making money is spotting a gap in the market. And there's a large pet-shaped hole in Australia's rental market. More than 60 per cent of Australian households have a pet these days, yet it's reported only about 10 per cent of rental properties allow them. It's become…
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