The Scone Advocate
Life & Style
Life
Mining town cottage treated to a fresh face
Carefully detailing ensured the charm of the original charred brickwork was retained. Picture by Light and Lines
Reducing the risk of a li-ion fire at home
Use batteries carefully to reduce the risk of a house fire. Picture Shutterstock
What's the right tree for me? Expert tips to help you choose
No matter what colour scheme suits you, choose a palette of three complementary colours for your decorations. This will give your tree a cohesive and elevated look. Picture from Target.
Tick season is here so keep a keen eye on your furry family members
Advice
Fully engorged tick. Picture by Jerzy Gorecki.
Dr Anne Quain
Steps to help ensure your household is safe this summer
Preparation is key to help lessen the impact of emergency events. Picture supplied
Opinion
Why the one-piece is this summer's swimsuit royalty
Karen Hardy
Diana's iconic blue swimsuit. Picture by Daniel Escale (Netflix)
Advice
Tetanus may be rare but can be very painful for your pets
Dr Anne Quain
If you notice changes in your dog's demeanour and body positioning, consult your vet. Picture file
Advice
Watch out for slithery reptiles in your backyard this summer
Rspca
A baby python will be just as scared as you are. Stay still or back away slowly. Picture supplied
Money
Downsizing? Consider these things before taking the plunge
Advice
Arm yourself with knowledge about all facets of downsizing your home. Photo Shutterstock
Advice
Q&A Dec 4
Advice
Three easy ways you can save money without noticing
Ali & Gaby Rosenberg
Three easy ways you can save money without noticing
Travel withExplore
Book Now
A gorgeous new hotel has just opened in Athens
A gorgeous new hotel has just opened in Athens
Country gems shine in Australia's top 50 restaurants list
Akash Arora
Country gems shine in Australia's top 50 restaurants list
Found! The best places to stay in the Blue Mountains
Akash Arora
Spicers Sangoma.
Looking for the best seafood in the US? Make a beeline for Boston
Looking for the best seafood in the US? Make a beeline for Boston
Kristie Kellahan
Singular Santiago: A one-of-a-kind hotel in the bohemian heart of the city
Natascha Mirosch
Singular Santiago: A one-of-a-kind hotel in the bohemian heart of the city
If these waters could talk: Discover Bangkok through its River of Kings
Narina Exelby
If these waters could talk: Discover Bangkok through its River of Kings
Visit this gem of an island in the Adriatic as part of a cruise
Visit this gem of an island in the Adriatic as part of a cruise
Shifting sands: This gorgeous island in Queensland is on the move
Carrie Hutchinson
Shifting sands: This gorgeous island in Queensland is on the move
Fun Stuff
Celebrity
Jamie Foxx makes first appearance since hospital stay
"I saw the tunnel. I didn't see the light," Jamie Foxx says of his recent undisclosed illness. (AP PHOTO)
Danielle Broadway • 59m ago
Mixed emotions as 'The Crown' celebrates series finale
Hanna Rantala • 1hr ago
Queen Elizabeth II is at the heart of The Crown's sixth and final season, its makers say. (AP PHOTO)
Streisand talks acting, music and destiny in memoir
Barbra Streisand's memoir documents her rise from working class Brooklyn to global fame. (AP PHOTO)
Shopping
Scam warning for Black Friday sale weekend
Australians are expected to spend $6.36 billion during the Black Friday sale weekend. Picture by Shutterstock
Anna McGuinness
Home brands climb to the top of Aussie shopping lists
Charmaine Manuel
The awards were voted on by 5,000 Australians. Supplied.
Stuck for Christmas present ideas? These tech, fashion and toy experts have the answers
Anna Houlahan
A child opening their Christmas present. Picture via Canva
Tourism operators want JobKeeper extension
Robert Ravens, of Bridestowe Lavender Estate (pictured), is among a number of prominent figures in the Tasmanian tourism industry to call for the federal government to extend its JobKeeper wage subsidy payment for the sector.
Rob Inglis
Chance to ring Santa - on a payphone - for free
Staff Reporters
Is that Santa? Picture supplied
Cost of living crisis dampens family Christmas cheer
William Ton
The Salvation Army aims to raise $25 million this festive season to support those in need. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)

Advertisement

Ad

Get the latest Scone news in your inbox

Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date.

We care about the protection of your data. Read our Privacy Policy.

Advertisement

Ad