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Or a Forester! We’re replacing our Tiguan, and the top spec Forester is the leading contender. Luxurious inside, so comfortable to drive…

Probably me! We had our DSG gearbox replaced in our Tiguan after only 3 years. $8K. Fortunately a warranty job.

We currently own a higher-end Volkswagen Tiguan and I would definitely not recommend buying one secondhand, especially if it’s getting…

100% worth it. We bought our Aeron chairs brand new almost 10 years ago (for about $1200) and still in beautiful condition. Best investment…

Sub $60K. Forester S is around $50K, so it’s a strong contender. It was so lovely to drive (nicer than RAV cruiser). RAV much cheaper to…

Our experience exactly. They look lovely, solid with luxury interior (especially the higher end models) - not dissimilar to…

We’re in the process of looking at new SUVs in the category. RAV4 Cruiser, Tiguan Elegance, CRV, CX5, XTrail and Forester S/STI were on…

We have an old (2008?) BMW 535D M Sport sedan with 370,000 kms on the clock. Still going strong! Built like a tank. But if (when) something…

We have both. DC is much quieter

In theory, yes. They’re designed to be driven for up to 80km, at 80kmph. Problem is, this claim is based on European concrete roads, not…

I would NEVER get a car that doesn’t have a spare. We rented a car (BMW) with run-flat tyres. Was cheaper than a Camry so thought, why…

Apparently they don’t even sell the cheap models in Europe, they make them for other countries

Ours does the same. We had the Miele repair guy out for our washing machine and he had a look at the dishwasher because I mentioned this…

The base models are not made in Germany. They’re made in Poland I think.

We moved into a house with an entry level Miele and it wasn’t great. Didn’t wash well and even though it was only 3 years old, the SS…

We have a 400L 3.6kw tank and use about 11kw a day in winter (Brisbane). This is mainly for 3 x showers (<5 mins), and a bit in the kitchen…

Absolutely worth checking. Often they can find a great deal, but occasionally they can’t beat the bank. Ours (also in Qld) is very honest…

Roza’s Pesto is by far the best option if you don’t want to make it yourself or buy it fresh from an Italian deli. Closest to real…

I’m currently doing a Grad Dip Psych online. It’s FULL on, and I’m only doing 1-2 subjects a trimester. Far more intensive than the…

As someone who had 3 parcels outstanding with Aramex, one marked as lost, I was able to pick up all three at their depot in Brisbane…

You can’t take a Dyson on the plane. They won’t allow the lithium battery in carry on or check in. I’ve investigated before.

Sure are! And apart from the functions, they are the exact same ovens as Electrolux & AEG. We have an AEG and the electrician was like…

Agree 100%. We have a Dyson and 2 x Vornados. The Dyson is so loud and barely moves air. The Vornado DC is so much better.

Costco Kirkland are about the same price and work brilliantly. I used to buy the top Finish Platinum Pro before all the ridiculous price…

In the past 3 years, we’ve had both Bosch Serie 6 (German made with cutlery drawer), then moved house and had a cheap 3 yo Miele, which…

Another vote for DC fans, waaay more efficient. The Eglo brand are decent quality for their price.

Don’t. Our RACQ guy told us NEVER to buy an MG. They are the car he’s most often called out for!

We have SS and it is hands down the BEST benchtop material I’ve ever had (compared to Cesarstone/Essastone, timber, granite, laminex).…

We installed a solarstar ventilator on the back half of our hotbox Queenslander and it made a HUGE difference. Highly recommend!

Finish Dishwashing Tablets. Used to buy the top level (Platinum Pro I think). Now I buy Costco’s which at 17c a tab are just as good…