And They're Racing!

Over the years, V.I.P. has sponsored a lot of different clubs and sporting organisations but this is one with a difference. Lawn mower racing. Yes, it’s a thing. It all started a few months ...

Get Ready for Christmas With VIP

It’s HOW!!! many weeks till Christmas??? Just like all those tradies who have stories about how they have to pave a massive outdoor area ‘as big as Federation Square’ or quickly & ...

Say 'hello' to our new Live Chat function

If you’re thinking about becoming your own boss and getting into a franchise, you’ll probably have a lot of questions - and we encourage that, because doing your research is crucial.  ...

Maybe It's Time for a 'Me Change'

You've heard of a 'sea change' and a 'tree change' - well, at V.I.P. we’ve coined a phrase that we think applies to many of our franchisees who are making a transit ...

It's Officially Spring Cleaning Time

Spring has sprung and this is traditionally the time that most of us get stuck into doing some Spring Cleaning around the house. That sunshine is lovely but gee, it does show up the dust, doesn’ ...

Give Your Dad the Gift of Free Time

Sometimes life gets so busy that Father's Day sneaks up on you. Sure, everybody knows Father's Day is on a Sunday and that it's in September but this year it's on the very first week ...

How to clean your window sills, tracks and fly screens

Every house has windows and every window needs cleaning. It can be a time consuming task that no one likes to do but it is a task that is worth doing every 6 months. Follow these easy steps to ...

Cleaning Light Switches Made Easy

How many people in your house touch the light switches everyday? How many germs do you think are on those light switches? There are approximately 217 bacteria particles per square inch on your l ...

How to Clean Your Door Handles

Door handles are one of the most touched places in the home so you can imagine the germs that are on door handles. How often do you clean your door handles? Door handles are one of the most com ...

How to Easily Clean Your Shower Head

You know it’s time when the water should be streaming out but it’s spurting out the sides. Your shower head probably isn’t something you think about cleaning but it does need to be done occasional ...

Germ Free Remote Control in 7 Easy Steps

How often are you reaching for that remote control? Imagine how many germs are being passed from person to person through that remote control! Two studies carried out in 2012 by researchers at t ...

Tips for Cleaning Your iPad or iPhone

Finger prints, make up, dirt, dust and food are just a few of the common things that you will most likely find on your iPhone or iPad over time. Your iPhone or iPad are items you would use almost ...

How to clean your fridge

Cleaning your fridge regularly ensures no odours or bacteria can grow in your fridge. We have all experience the awful smell when you open your fridge and something is off. Regular cleaning prev ...

Quick Tips for Maintaining Your Rug and Carpet

A rug can change the look and feel of a room. They are a place to sit and read, watch movies, or play board games. A rug provides colour and comfort and are an investment that you want to look ...

Top 15 cleaning songs

Everyone dreads this one task but we all know it has to be done. Cleaning can seem boring and let’s face it there are so many more things you’d rather be doing. By adding some music, the time ...

7 tips on how to keep the house clean while the kids are on school holidays

The school holidays come around quickly. It means you can spend time with you kids, but also means having a clean house goes out the window. Your kids may be at you to entertain them and all yo ...

Our 13 top tips to help you clean in a hurry!

You get a phone call that a friend is coming over for dinner or there’s going to be a surprise visit from the landlord. You look around and you see your house is a mess and you don’t know ...

8 Myths about hiring a house cleaner busted

There are so many myths about cleaners that are not true. It is unfortunate that these myths still exist within the cleaning industry. The truth is, having a home cleaner can make your life easier ...

How cleaning has changed through the ages

Imagine having to make your own broom by weaving together straw or having to make your own soap to clean your home! We can thank modern technology and new age gadgets for making our lives easier wh ...

19 Spring Cleaning tips for your home

The sun is shining, the birds are chirping and the flowers are blooming – spring has arrived and so has the time to give your home a spruce up with a spring clean. Here are a few simple tips to he ...

How making mud pies can help children grow!

Remember the good old days where our biggest worry was who we were going to play with at lunch time or what game were we going to play in the backyard. Those were the days! Playing outside in ...

What time am I allowed to mow my lawn?

We all know that sometimes we feel like getting those weekend jobs done early and out of the way so we can relax and enjoy the afternoon. However, it is important to know your states noise restriction ...

8 Myths about your local lawny long eradicated!

You’ve heard it all before, “only men can mow lawns”, “It’s too hard to find a local lawny!” Well we're here to smash these myths plus many more! Check out ou ...

How to Choose the best lawn mower to suit you

Choosing a lawn mower can be hard. Maybe you have never purchased one before or maybe you are upgrading, no matter what the reason is it the options can be overwhelming. Preference and budget can p ...

When it is best to mow your lawn – 3 important tips!

Many people have different opinions about when the best time to mow the lawn is. Some say midmorning and others say late afternoon. It can be confusing knowing what the wrong and right answer is. Th ...

10 Fairy Garden ideas to spark the imagination and delight!

Tiny, elegant figurines, combined with mystique and intrinsic wonder, is a great way to inspire imagination and creative play. What if the fairy garden was hidden so your little ones can feel li ...

Fairy Garden for Family Day Care Centre

Imagine creating a magical backyard for your little ones! V.I.P. Lawn and Garden Franchisee Mike Johnson from North Lakes, Queensland was asked by a customer if he was able to create a fairy fantasy ...

9 Makeover Ideas to Transform Your Garden Fence

A humble garden fence can become a work of art in some simple, easy steps. Here are nine ideas to transform your fence from boring to beautiful. 1. Rain boot planter pots 

Use old gum boots that y ...

8 Myths about hiring an office or commercial cleaner gone!

Knowing the facts can help you make the right choice when it comes to your office and commercial cleaning. Check out our eight myths about having an office or commercial cleaner below: Myth #1: Only ...

 

 

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