Oxo Pop Food Storage Containers keep food fresher for longer. Quality containers with a unique push button mechanism creates an airtight seal with one touch and clever accessories simply make cooking easier. See why we love them! Once you POP.....

Amy Kennedy, Professional Home Organiser from The Organising Bee shares her top 6 tips to refreshthe bin and under sink areas so that they are functional and easy to maintain.

Christmas the time of the year to showcase beautiful culinary delights and over indulge a little. Plan your festive menu so you can enjoy the day with loved ones, rather than being stuck in the kitchen stressing out. Professional Organiser Maria Patisso shares her tips to prepare and enjoy the day!

Bonnie and Lily are sisters and the super talented duo behind The Little Home Organised podcast. Their aim is to help the everyday person take small steps to declutter and get organised and reclaim time for the things they love. ‘Progress, not perfection’ is their motto. Read their inspiring story....

An organised holiday is a relaxed holiday, says Anita Birges, Professional Orgnaiser from mise en place.Anita shares some clever tips, tricks  and guidelines that will set yourself up for success on your caravan trip and show you how to stay organised whilst you are away.

Professional Organiser Jennifer Manefield shares her 'Wardrobe Wisdom' and strategies to keep your clothes fresh and keep your home healthy.

When unexpected things happen in your life it can really throw you. Arwen Dropmann from Calm Space Professional Organising looks at some simple steps you can start taking right now to help you organise your home and life for when unexpected events come knocking.

Designed to fulfill the profound need for an environmentally friendly alternative to the plastic sandwich bag comes the Stasher! Here are some great recipe ideas you can use with your stasher bags.

Laundry and washing clothes can be even more challenging coming into the colder months, especially if you are in a unit or place where space is tight. Professional Organiser Dawn Tindall shares some tips for conquering the laundry.

Karen Young Professional Organiser from iTidy, shows us her walk in wardrobe evolution over the years and how flexible to elfa Shelving System really is.

Amy Kennedy, Professional Home Organiser from The Organising Bee explores 4 common types of double duty laundries. With careful planning of the layout and organisation, these double duty laundries can be both multi-functional and a beautiful space that you actually want to spend time in.

Rebecca Mezzino, Professional Organiser and Declutter Coach shares her favourite tips for meal prepping. It's all about working smarter, not harder to save time, money and energy every day.

At Joseph Joseph they love solving everyday problems through intelligent design. The NEW Cupboardstore and Doorstore Ranges fulfill their mission to create storage with a 'Brilliantly Useful Design'. See more....

Mandy Merlin, Professional Organiser, shares some simple steps and tips for reducing the stress of creating a healthy lunchbox that comes home empty.

Chyka says spending precious time with family and friends is the highlight of my Christmas season, and I love nothing more than welcoming them all into my home. One thing I always make sure I have on hand is a delicious drink.....

Looking to sell your home? Professional Organiser Anita Birges has styled 100's of houses for sale and says 'Good storage sells houses'. Here she show you you some easy ways to add value to your home.

Is your home looking tired? Are you feeling uninspired? The good news is you don’t need a total home renovation in order to change things up. There are plenty of easy and inexpensive things you can do to your home that will make it look bright and fresh again. And the good news is there are also plenty of budget ideas that are earth-friendly too.

The Pantry is the all important space in the home, it works so hard. It is the beginning of breakfast, lunch, dinner and all the meals in between! Even those of us who live on instant noodles and coffee peer into the pantry several times a day. Therefore, a pantry tidy in this key space is well worth the effort. . Let’s get started.

Megan, Professional Organiser and founder of The Organized Life, shares a garage makeover on Sydney's Northern beaches. See how every bit of available wall space was utilised in the garage using the elfa Shelving System and some other clever organising ideas......

Across Australia families are battling a clutter crisis and desperately need an intervention. Declutter guru Peter Walsh, renovation queen Cherie Barber and treasure hunter Lucas Callaghan transform peoples' homes and lives.

No matter how big or small your bathroom is it is easy to maximise space and maintain order in your bathroom while keeping everything within easy reach. Decluttering coach Ulrike Cao explains how.

Real solutions for shoe storage depends on your space and needs. Susanne Thiebe a Professional Organiser, shares with us her tips for organsing your shoes.

Professional Organiser Ulrike Cao shares a few simple tips she has picked up over the last few years of organising homes and wardrobes, which can significantly cut down on the volume and duration of the ironing task.

Although it is the dream of many to have a large, walk in style pantry, a large space is not essential to create a functioning and organised pantry. Even the smallest and most awkward of spaces can be practical and functional.

We can all make some changes in our lives that will also have an impact on our environmental footprint. Here are some great ideas that are simple, effective and eco-friendly.

This pantry had a mix of drawers and shelves and with the addition of a few key organisers and a little organising know how, they were sorted in no time!

The one storage dilemma that can get even the best organising buff in knots has to be Jewellery! With so many beautiful options, which storage is best for your space? And what types of items do you need to store? But it's not just how they are stored, is it? You also want to make sure you're taking the best care of those precious jewels.

The school canteen is often a very important part of the school community, going far beyond simply serving good food efficiently. Its a vibrant place where students, teachers, volunteers and canteen staff all come together.

Your wardrobe is the first thing you see everyday, and sets the tone for the rest of the day. If you are running late because you cant find what you want to wear, then chances are, you are stressed and overwhelmed - even before you have stepped out the door!

Goodbye Winter…Hello Spring! Effective archiving will help you to eliminate clutter, provide valuable space in your cupboard and ensure your items remain fresh until they are needed again. Archive your clothes the right way with this handy guide.

TOP 5 ORGANISING TIPS TO MAKE TAXES LESS TAXING! By Nicola Evans, Professional Organiser and Member of IOPO With the end of the financial year just ending, the task of doing your tax return might feel daunting - especially if you have paperwork and receipts scattered everywhere! Instead of letting stress take over, why not seize the opportunity to get your tax paperwork organised by putting a system in place that you can follow throughout the new financial year? By breaking the job down into manageable tasks, with some of these easy to follow tips, doing your next tax return will be far less stressful. Who knows, if that isn’t incentive enough, you might even discover you are eligible for a tax refund or at least a reduced tax bill!

Professional Organiser, Amy Kennedy from The Organising Bee explores clever ways to turn awkward spaces into functional and practical storage spaces

When it comes to making rubbish look good, it’s all in the bin. Here at Howards we have a bin for all occasions. Whether you’re after a slimline, wall mount, in-cupboard, family sized or recycling bin we can solve your rubbish needs. The thing is, our solutions not only look great, they’re engineered for longevity. Here we put the spotlight on a few collections from our range….

The New Year often brings thoughts of starting fresh and resolutions. How do we stick with and maintain these thoughts throughout the year?

There's no need to feel overwhelmed each year when Christmas rolls around. A little pre-planning and a Countdown Checklist will take the stress out of Christmas and allow you to enjoy the day!

With innovative design and function at its core, Joseph Joseph products for the kitchen or bathroom is a smart choice. Not only will it stand the test of time, they are easy to use, space efficient and look good!

It's that time of year again, organising school uniforms, ticking off the stationary checklist, and ensuring that the kids are ready for the first day back to school. Having a leakproof drink bottle and a lunch container that will keep your kids food safe to eat is also a must on the to do list!

Christmas is such a busy time of year. When it come down to it, we all want to make things a little easier, enjoy stress free entertaining, and spend quality time with those we love.

Ways to support others in the lead up to Christmas ......Checking on neighbors, cooking a meal for someone who is less mobile, help makeover a friends cupboard if they are going through hardship. Give a little thought to how you can help others.

How to make the most out of the space you have. Using the backs of doors and space pockets in cupboards and wardrobes to maximise storage.

Top Tips from the Howards Team to Make Your Week Easier.

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How home clutter impacts our physical and mental health. Howards suggest an easy method to break down big tasks of decluttering any room in the house.

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Anything you can dream, we can create. There are no limits to creating a wardrobe space to reflect who you are. Come in-store for a FREE personalised wardrobe design session and create YOUR dream wardrobe.

We’ve found a big fan of the Décor Range in Lorna Jane Clarkson, founder of the iconic active wear brand Lorna Jane.

Glass is the hot new trend in food storage. Glass is freezer, microwave and fridge friendly, and does not stain or retain colours or smells. This means that food can go from freezer/fridge/pantry straight into the microwave for reheating. Whether using Kilner or Le Parfait Jars for preserving or as a display, or Décor Realseal or Snapware for leftovers, glass is the smart choice.

Suitable for both adults and children alike, the multifunctional Bento Lunch Box has room for multi courses. The compartmentalised interior containers are great for separating your sandwich from your salad and pasta, particularly for children. Here are some lunch box recipes and ideas to make the perfect lunch and save money.

A stress free Christmas lunch or dinner comes with good planning. Prepare your meal plan in advance and enjoy the day, the food and the company!

Recipes to inspire your Christmas feast. Pavlova, Ham Glaze, Baked Pumpkin Fruit Cake, Christmas Tuffles, No Cook Fruit Cake Pudding Balls, Stained Glass Biscuits, Baked Ricotta, Lychees with Macadamia Nuts and Cream Cheese.

It’s seems a little scary but Christmas decorations will soon be gracing the stores in the lead up to Christmas. It’s time to spring-clean the pantry and get Christmas ready; so get rid of unwanted items and pave the way for a system that will see you through the festive season and beyond!

Backed by rigorous research and development, simplehuman continue to design products that make everyday life super efficient. View the full article HERE

Enjoy some fabulous summer Drink Dispenser Recipes that will allow you to sick back, relax and enjoy your day!  

A practical guide to the do’s and don’ts when organising your utility cupboard. As seen in the September 2014 Howards Catalogue. View the full article HERE.

Anyone with a large family knows that the smooth running of a laundry is fundamental to a busy household. With three young boys and a husband, no one knows this more so than Sonia. Let it be said, that pre-makeover Sonia was very organised but her laundry presented ‘limited space’ and ‘next to no storage’ challenges. See how we helped convert her laundry, into an amazing space that Sonia is incredibly proud of. Interestingly, when we stopped and really broke down the issues, the solution didn’t just focus on her laundry. A supreme solution was created by adding a family distribution station in the utility room next door where the ironing was being done….

With the new school year imminent, it’s time to get 'Back to School’ ready with these Top Tips.

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