The Blog Chicks team came across this article written by 2 East Removals, a specialist removalist Perth business and home owners trust and they have agreed that we can publish it for our readers to learn from. We appreciate them allowing us to do this.
Moving is undoubtedly stressful. There are dozens of tasks to complete, and all usually within a narrow timeframe. One important aspect this is frequently overlooked by people moving is making sure you book a removalist with the correct sized vehicle. The last thing you want on moving day is three or four trips back and forth in a truck that is far too small for your move. The question is, how do you select the right type of vehicle for your move? Read on for a decent guide based on your house size.
Before I start, I will explain what a CBM is.
CBM
CBM stands for cubic metre. One cubic metre is one metre wide by one metre high by one metre long.
To make this easier to envision for your move, I will list some furniture and their general cubic metres. I’ve also attached a video to help picture this is a removal truck more easily.
Book and Wine Carton: 0.1 cbm
Tea Chest Carton: 0.15 cbm
Double Bed and Mattress: 1.2 cbm
Queen Bed and Mattress: 1.8 cbm
Washing Machine: 0.6 cbm
Fridge: 1–1.5cbm
Three-Seater Couch: 1.5 cbm
BBQ: 0.75 cbm
Bookcase: 0.6 cbm
Piano: 2 cbm
Three-Tonne Truck
A three-tonne truck has a capacity of anywhere between 17 cbm and 25 cbm.
Can’t picture a three-tonne truck? Picture the small rental trucks companies such as Hertz and Thrifty hire out for people doing a DIY move. These trucks are common in removals because they don’t generally require a truck licence.
These trucks are great for poor-access areas, such as narrow driveways. They are also suitable for inner city moves to places like apartments because Perth City Council is very strict on parking larger trucks.
This size truck will generally fit belongings for a one- or two-bedroom property and small 3×1 Properties, such as a townhouse or duplex.
Five-Tonne Truck
A five-tonne truck is a good sized truck for most moves. Ranging from 30 cbm to 40 cbm, they can generally work in properties with poor access and are a lot more versatile than an eight- or ten-tonne trucks while still holding a good amount of furniture.
Suitable houses would be most 3×2 properties, such as townhouses, villas, and detached houses.
Eight-Tonne Truck
Now we are getting into the larger sized trucks. Most suitable for houses with good access, such as a driveway or good street parking, eight-tonne trucks fit between 40 cbm and 50 cbm. Most come with a ramp or a large hydraulic lift. Make sure you go with a company that has one or the other.
These trucks are suitable for over 70% of four-bedroom family houses.
Ten- and Twelve-Tonne Truck
The largest available Pantech (closed roof) trucks you’ll see for house moves in Perth are ten- and twelve-tone trucks. They can range anywhere from 50 cbm to 65 cbm. Very few properties will need two trips with these trucks, and if you do, you either have to much stuff or a huge house!
These trucks are suitable for four- to six-bedroom houses with four to six occupants.
Thanks for reading and hope this information can help you select the right truck for your move.
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This year, business owners are advised to take extra care with the cleanliness of their carpets to prevent spread of flu and other harmful bacteria.
Dirty carpets can affect employee’s health and wellbeing. Carpets that are dirty harbour harmful bacteria and allergens that can cause health problems such as allergies, skin problems and asthma. If your staff suffer from existing health and skin problems, a dirty carpet in your office could make it worse.
There are many things that you can do to prevent yourself and staff from getting sick from your carpet.
We have listed below three common tell-tale signs that will tell you that your carpet is unhealthy. If the carpet has one or all these symptoms, then it’s time to call a professional carpet cleaning company to eradicate the problem.
1. Is your carpet giving out an unpleasant odour?
Your office or home should not have an unpleasant and musty odour. This smell may be coming from your carpet. If you have pets at home or visit the office and they had an accident or were ill at some stage, the animal spills can create an unpleasant odour. Mould can also cause carpet to develop an unpleasant smell.
Mouldy carpets can cause health problems. Breathing in mould into your lungs can result in several types of respiratory conditions. That is why if you suspect that you have mould in your home or office, you will need to call a professional carpet cleaner immediately to treat and restore your carpet. Mould left untreated will eventually damage the carpet fibres and it becomes costly to replace or repair.
2. Are there ugly spills and stains on the carpet?
If your employees spill food or drinks on your carpets, clean the spill up quickly. When removing spills from your carpet use a gentle dabbing or blotting action to prevent the stain from going deeper into the carpet. What you use to clean and remove a stain depends on the type and spread of the stain. And always, complete a spot test before attempting to remove the full stain.
Google offer many handy tips on how to remove different types of stains in your carpet. Most tips utilise products that you can easily find in your pantry. If you are unsure of what to do, it may be prudent to call an expert and seek their advice.
More difficult or suspicious looking spills should be treated by a professional commercial carpet cleaning company. Doing it wrong can result in the stain spreading into the carpet fibres or permanently damaging the carpet fibres or removing the colour pigment from them.
3. Are there any tears or rips in the carpet?
Tears and rips are health and safety hazards at any commercial office. If your carpet is uneven, it can cause accidents and falls in the workplace. A torn carpet will need to be repaired by a professional carpet repairer. Do not try to glue it back together or use tape to hold it in place or cover it.
If the underlay beneath the carpet has come loose, you may also need to call in the experts. The underlay holds the carpet firmly in its place. It is also the protective layer over the flooring underneath so do not ignore it if you notice any unusual signs.
How to keep your carpet in tip top condition
There are a few simple things you can do to keep the carpet in your home in tip top health.
Here are some things you can do:
1. Use a Vacuum Cleaner with a HEPA Filter
Carpet cleaning experts do not always agree on how often the carpet should be cleaned. However, many agree that your carpet should be vacuumed at least once a week. If you have pets or young children at home, then you are advised to have to vacuum your carpet more regularly.
The best vacuum cleaners to use are the ones that have a HEPA filter. They are more effective for removing dirt and debris than traditional vacuum cleaners.
Regular vacuuming helps remove surface dust & dirt as well as small objects from your carpets. The carpet will look cleaner and fresher.
2. Use a Doormat
You can reduce the amount of dirt and debris that gets tracked into your home and office by using a doormat. Doormats are inexpensive but highly effective. Dust and dirt trapped in carpets when trampled on acts like a sandpaper to wear down your carpet fibres. Over time, the carpets in your office will start to look old and worn.
3. Use Rugs
Putting a rug in high foot traffic areas (for example, the hallway) is a good way to preserve your carpets. Rugs come in all price range. Pick a colour from your furniture or walls and match your rug in this colour. Alternatively, you could buy an eye-catching piece and make your rug the centrepiece in the office.
Rugs must be professionally cleaned by a commercial carpet cleaner to maintain its good looks. Get them cleaned the same time you get your carpets cleaned.
4. Get Your Carpet Professionally Cleaned
Even if you meticulously vacuum your carpet, you will still need to have it cleaned by a professional at least once a year. You can rent equipment to steam or dry clean the carpet but the truth is a professional carpet cleaning company will deliver better results. Carpet cleaning companies use hot water extraction method to steam clean your carpets. They do not use harmful chemicals and have powerful driers and dehumidifiers to ensure your carpets are properly dried.
Professional carpet cleaning is affordable and many companies will provide a service guarantee on their job.
5. Avoid Office Falls Replace Your Old Carpet
Irritants can build up in your carpet over the years. That is why you will eventually need to have old office carpet replaced. You will also need to have your carpet replaced if it is worn out.
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Cataracts form when the lens of the eye becomes cloudy and opaque. It develops with time and most commonly forms as part of the ageing process, but affects people in different ways
What are cataracts?
Cataracts develop as part of the normal aging process, and affect different people in different ways. Cataracts occur when the lens of the eye turns cloudy. As a result, the light entering the eye is scattered and causes increasingly blurred vision.
What causes cataracts?
In addition to the normal ageing process, cataracts can also develop due to contributing factors such as:
Other eye diseases
Systemic diseases including diabetes
Medications
Hereditary factors
Ultraviolet light
What are the symptoms of cataracts?
Cataracts present themselves through a variety of symptoms. If you’re curious whether or not you may be developing cataracts, ask yourself the following questions:
Do halos around oncoming headlights bother you while driving at night?
Is reading a strain because the text looks blurry?
Are you using brighter lights for indoor activities?
Do colors look increasingly dull or yellow?
Is it becoming harder to recognize familiar faces?
Are you experiencing double vision, even with one eye closed?
Are you frequently needing to change your glasses or contact lens prescription?
If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you may be beginning to develop cataracts.
How is it treated?
Modern cataract surgery most effective and proven way to treat cataracts. It is a safe, quick, relatively painless outpatient procedure, and is one of the most common medical procedures among persons 65 and older. Click here to learn more about cataract surgery
The Sydney Blog Chicks team have had close experience with Sydney CBD Eye Clinic and knows people who have successful cataract surgical procedures with them. We invite readers to learn more about their services and surgeons here: https://cbdeyeclinic.com.au/
Our team came across this article written by 2 Easy Removals, leading removalists Perth business and home owners trust and they have agreed that we can publish it for our readers to learn from. We appreciate them allowing us to do this.
Moving is undoubtedly stressful. There are dozens of tasks to complete, and all usually within a narrow timeframe. One important aspect this is frequently overlooked by people moving is making sure you book a removalist with the correct sized vehicle. The last thing you want on moving day is three or four trips back and forth in a truck that is far too small for your move. The question is, how do you select the right type of vehicle for your move? Read on for a decent guide based on your house size.
Before I start, I will explain what a CBM is.
CBM
CBM stands for cubic metre. One cubic metre is one metre wide by one metre high by one metre long.
To make this easier to envision for your move, I will list some furniture and their general cubic metres. I’ve also attached a video to help picture this is a removal truck more easily.
Book and Wine Carton: 0.1 cbm
Tea Chest Carton: 0.15 cbm
Double Bed and Mattress: 1.2 cbm
Queen Bed and Mattress: 1.8 cbm
Washing Machine: 0.6 cbm
Fridge: 1–1.5cbm
Three-Seater Couch: 1.5 cbm
BBQ: 0.75 cbm
Bookcase: 0.6 cbm
Piano: 2 cbm
Three-Tonne Truck
A three-tonne truck has a capacity of anywhere between 17 cbm and 25 cbm.
Can’t picture a three-tonne truck? Picture the small rental trucks companies such as Hertz and Thrifty hire out for people doing a DIY move. These trucks are common in removals because they don’t generally require a truck licence.
These trucks are great for poor-access areas, such as narrow driveways. They are also suitable for inner city moves to places like apartments because Perth City Council is very strict on parking larger trucks.
This size truck will generally fit belongings for a one- or two-bedroom property and small 3×1 Properties, such as a townhouse or duplex.
Five-Tonne Truck
A five-tonne truck is a good-sized truck for most moves. Ranging from 30 cbm to 40 cbm, they can generally work in properties with poor access and are a lot more versatile than an eight- or ten-tonne trucks while still holding a good amount of furniture.
Suitable houses would be most 3×2 properties, such as townhouses, villas, and detached houses.
Eight-Tonne Truck
Now we are getting into the larger sized trucks. Most suitable for houses with good access, such as a driveway or good street parking, eight-tonne trucks fit between 40 cbm and 50 cbm. Most come with a ramp or a large hydraulic lift. Make sure you go with a company that has one or the other.
These trucks are suitable for over 70% of four-bedroom family houses.
Ten- and Twelve-Tonne Truck
The largest available Pantech (closed roof) trucks you’ll see for house moves in Perth are ten- and twelve-tone trucks. They can range anywhere from 50 cbm to 65 cbm. Very few properties will need two trips with these trucks, and if you do, you either have to much stuff or a huge house!
These trucks are suitable for four to six-bedroom houses with four to six occupants.
It’s hard to believe we are fast approaching the penultimate month of the year already.
As family and friends reunite across the country, we have no doubt your social calendars are as bright, inviting and full as an overflowing Santa stocking on Christmas morning. For many, there has never been a greater time for cheer and celebration—and, in our eyes, there is no greater way to toast to the occasion than with a glass or two of champagne!
In honour of the familiar comfort we find when laughing with loved ones amid balmy champagne sundowners, we’d like to share with you our top ten cuvées of 2022. These champagnes have carried us through the highs and lows of the year, accompanied our gourmet adventures in the home kitchen and become veritable pique-nique staples alongside baguette, cheese and charcuterie!
Join us in raising a glass to celebrate champagne and the connection it bestows—life’s effervescent tonic for every occasion.
Champagne All Day, Every Day
This year, we surprised and delighted our loved ones (and ourselves!) with champagne gift sets and hampers in celebration of the good days, commiseration for the bad days and everything in between. As we sent joy and well-wishes across the country, bringing happiness and anticipation to both gifters and giftees, the unique calling card of champagne became even more profound and prized: No matter the time and place, champagne is always the perfect pick-me-up present!
Our everyday favourites: Nicolas Maillart’s Extra Brut NV and Larmandier-Bernier’s Latitude NV.
A classic blend of 50% Pinot noir and 50% Chardonnay from the Montagne de Reims, Extra Brut is Nicolas Maillart’s introductory cuvée, achieving elegant consistency and superb richness with each release. Boasting a high percentage of barrel-aged reserve wines and fresh Chardonnay accents, Extra Brut is festive and versatile in its mesmerising ability to elevate all moments and experiences.
Another generous and enchanting offering is Larmandier-Bernier’s Latitude NV. A Blanc de Blancs (100% Chardonnay) champagne, fruit is sourced exclusively from vineyards along the same latitude in the south of Vertus. Here, the Côte des Blancs terroir is rich, imparting a charming and rounded character to the cuvée that instantly transports you to the chalky hillside of the Côte des Blancs with just one stimulating sip.
Crowd-Pleasers & Tastebud-Teasers
In similar fashion to our everyday winners, Chartogne-Taillet’s Cuvée Sainte Anne NV and Laherte Frères’s Ultradition NV are also crowd-pleasing palate-cleansers. Tantalising and delicious, these cuvées accompanied the milestones of the year—birthdays, anniversaries and special days to remember—as well as the turning points of the week—hump days and Fridays (always Fridays!). Expressing a vivid picture of their provenance in their namesake, label art and the tangible taste of terroir itself, these cuvées also offer themselves as enthralling conversation-starters with fellow champagne enthusiasts and epicureans.
Named in honour of the patron saint of Merfy (the village in the Montagne de Reims where Chartogne-Taillet is headquartered), Cuvée Sainte Anne is assembled from several unique and diverse plots planted between 1970 and 2009 in Merfy andry. Saint-Thierry. Comprising 50% Chardonnay with the remainder being mostly Pinot noir and Meunier, fruit is harvested from vines rooted in diverse terroir such as sand, clay and chalk, which ultimately contributes to the wine’s distinct vibrancy, opulence and crystalline finesse.
Laherte Frères’s flagship cuvée, Ultradition NV, is everything you’d expect—an experience that delivers consistency and delight with each release. The cuvée that Aurélien Laherte is most proud of, Ultradition, remains a blend of Pinot Meunier (60%), Chardonnay (30%) and Pinot Noir (10%) and is remarkable in its ability to highlight individual personalities of each grape variety. Another captivating feature is the special bottle labelling. Previously a replica of a family original, Ultradition’s label has recently undergone a new, artistic transformation with the help of Swedish illustrator Hanna Albrektson. Bright and eye-catching with a gorgeous natural scenery illuminated in gentle brushstrokes, the label is inviting and soothing—perfectly attuned to the comfort and pleasure derived from enjoying a faithful classic.
Pique-nique Perfection
As one of the few acceptable reasons for social gatherings, picnics became a sacred privilege for all of us. Each weekend, we set out with arms full of market produce and champagne, kicking off our shoes and laying down on the picnic blanket in the most idyllic, sun-drenched spot. The sensation of firm earth and soft grass caressing our soles (and souls), combined with the merry chatter and melodious sound of feasting and drinking, always left a lasting impression on us—a quaint touch of je ne sais quoi to the simple experience of enjoying the great outdoors with even greater company and champagne. We hope picnics are here to stay because we just can’t get enough of them!
Our top pique-nique champagnes are Louis Roederer’s Collection 242 and Rosé 2014, beautifully presented in Louis Roederer gift boxes for entertaining and creating a picture-perfect flat lay.
The first of the Collection series, and a worthy successor to Brut Premier, Collection 242 was inaugurated in September 2021 to much anticipation. From a powerhouse Estate with grower-producer spirit, the intent of the series is to create a modern, expressive wine that reveals the intricate nuances of any given year’s harvest. With no two numbered versions of Collection being the same, this represents a philosophical, terroir-driven move away from the traditional Grande Marque approach of producing a consistent House style each year. A thrilling masterpiece that is picnic-approved and pleasure-inducing, Collection 242 heralds a new era of innovation and progress for Champagne Louis Roederer.
Equally special and quintessential for picnicking is Louis Roederer’s Rosé 2014. A champagne rosé of great vigour and intensity, this vintage combines ripeness and zesty red fruits with a stimulating, palate-tingling salinity that makes it ideal for food pairing. Comprising Pinot noir (63%) and Chardonnay (37%) cropped from 35 small Estate plots encompassing the Vallée de la Marne and the Côte des Blancs, respectively, Pinot noir is macerated with a small amount of Chardonnay for a long, gentle ‘infusion’—a unique method for creating champagne rosé that preserves both ripeness and freshness. Rosé 2014 is deliciously decadent with picnic favourites such as a creamy and tangy egg salad topped with fresh, aromatic herbs or a luxurious wedge of soft-ripened, double crème cheese.
Sunny Sippers
Whether it’s a warm spell in autumn, a bout of sunshine after rain in winter, lingering sun-lit days in spring or relaxed, balmy nights in summer, there will always be a need for refreshing Blanc de Blancs and champagne rosé year-round! These champagne styles are crisp and thirst-quenching, ideal as invigorating aperitifs or matched with light starters, salads, fresh seafood or a sliver of aged Comté for the ultimate sundowner pairing.
Served well-chilled on the patio for a moment of alfresco dining, Pernet & Pernet’s Les Herbevoies 2015 and Pierre Gerbais’s Grains de Celles Rosé NV can be enjoyed throughout the year.
A new and exciting addition to the Sally Hillman portfolio, Champagne Pernet & Pernet is a star in the making. Farming just 9ha of vines in the Côte des Blancs and the Montagne de Reims, the small, qualitative Estate has recently inaugurated three single-vintage, single-varietal cuvées from Chardonnay and Pinot noir, grown in small, organically managed parcels. Stamped with intense minerality—the signature of the Côte des Blancs—Les Herbevoies is a vintage Blanc de Blancs champagne that offers both freshness and maturity with a touch of toast and nuttiness attained through careful winemaking and patient ageing. Eponymously named after the lieu dit(single parcel of vines) it is crafted from, this vineyard is located to the north of Vertus and has a gentle south-east exposure. A wonderful cuvée to savour on its own or paired with a fresh salad of crisp gem lettuce, Cantabrian anchovy, egg and crouton, drizzled with a creamy lemon vinaigrette.
Pierre Gerbais’s Grains de Celles Rosé NV is an invigorating champagne rosé, elegantly revealing her terroir in freshness of fruit and fragrance. Paying homage to Pierre Gerbais and his devotion to cultivating distinct vineyard soils after World War II, this champagne rosé is the bottle incarnate of Pierre’s life’s work in diverse terroir selection and an exact representation of the Domaine’s holdings today, which comprise 50% Pinot noir, 25% Chardonnay and 25% Pinot blanc. The addition of red wine (5% Coteaux Champenois Rouge, a 100% still Pinot noir) produces this vibrant, refreshing and accessible champagne rosé with just enough tannic grip to complement all meals, any time of the day and season.
Food & Wine for Thought
At Sally Hillman, we believe champagne is incredibly versatile with all manners and styles of cuisine. Stimulating, citrus-focussed Blanc de Blancs find natural affinity with freshly shucked oysters, while ample, generous Blanc de Noirs have the textural weight and vinosity to support hearty, savoury dishes. Together, the natural high acidity and cleansing effervescence of champagne freshen the palate and prime the tastebuds, ready for the next delicious bite—a distinctive quality and unique point of difference that makes champagne the king of all beverages.
Jm Sélèque’s Solessence Rosé NV and Nicolas Maillart’s Montchenot NV are the gastronomic cuvées we have found ourselves reaching for time and time again to accompany our culinary creations for home entertaining.
The latest release of Solessence Rosé is based on the 2018 vintage, comprising a champagne blend with the addition of skin-contact Meunier and Coteaux Champenois Rouge. Red fruit and savoury notes are impressed on the palate as intense and magnificent minerality lend textural complexity and nuance, making this the ideal champagne rosé to serve with salmon sashimi, traditional spanakopita or beef bourguignon atop buttery roast potatoes.
Champagne Nicolas Maillart ‘Montchenot’ 1er Cru NV A new addition to Nicolas Maillart’s portfolio, Montchenot NV comprises 85% Pinot noir and 15% Meunier from closely located vineyards in the hamlet of Montchenot in the village of Villers-Allerand. Home to Nicolas’s mother, Villers-Allerand lies at the junction of the Petite Montagne and the Grande Montagne de Reims, uniquely sharing each regions’ geology, resulting in great terroirdiversity (chalk, clay and sand). As Nicolas explains, this cuvée shares the philosophy of Burgundy Village wines, as each plot is blended to represent a single village. Terroir-expressive and rich, Montchenot is a gastronomic champagne with wonderful clarity of flavour and a long, savoury finish boosted by brilliant acidity—a perfect companion with food such as salt-grilled Alfonsino collars served simply with a squeeze of lemon, and creamy dishes such as Fettuccine Alfredo or a homemade chicken and leek pie.
Special Mentions & Self-Care Indulgence: Champagne Suenen
Reminders to check in with ourselves and each other have never been more important.
Whether that meant hitting the snooze button and enjoying a second sleep-in on the weekends; donning bright, colourful clothes to lift spirits; practicing meditation; or simply calling up friends and family to say bonjour, we found meaningful ways to overcome adversities and reconnect with our loved ones in 2021. From curating virtual tasting experiences to special moments of self-care indulgence, we made time to pamper ourselves and each other with unique champagne gift sets and hampers, bringing happiness, well-being and connection to the mind, body and soul. As we like to say—no matter the time and place, champagne is always the perfect pick-me-up present! And nothing says ‘treat yourself’ like a very rare and exceptional bottle from Champagne Suenen, such as the Oiry NV or Les Robarts 2014.
A Blanc de Blancs specialist, Aurélien Suenen cultivates just over 3ha of vines across the Grand Cru villages of Cramant, Chouilly and Oiry in the Côte des Blancs, as well as a small parcel of ungrafted Meunier in the village of Montigny-sur-Vesle at the very edge of the Champagne appellation. One of the highest-rising stars of the grower-producer movement in the past 15 years, Aurélien produces very small quantities of both vintage and non-vintage champagnes that showcase a single village or vineyard. With 50% of the Domaine’s total holdings located in Oiry, Aurélien is currently the only grower-producer vinifying Blanc de Blancs cuvées derived solely from Oiry vines (Oiry NV), precisely extracting the profound depth of minerality and salinity from the compact Campanian chalk and providing a unique opportunity to taste an exclusive Grand Cru terroir.
Another stellar offering from Aurélien is Les Robarts 2014. A fabled and outstanding terroir, this lieu dit straddles the border between the Grand Cru villages of Cramant and Avize in the Côte des Blancs. Renowned as one of two sources that make up Champagne Agrapart’s legendary Avizoise cuvée, Aurélien’s parcel lies at the top of a small hill in Cramant with 70% of vines exposed to the south and 30% exposed to the north. The vines sit on clay-rich soil over upper Campanian chalk, creating a powerful Blanc de Blancs champagne with notable tension, salinity, concentration and an incredibly polished texture derived from pervasive terroir and meticulous winemaking.
Thank you for joining our Top 10 Countdown for 2021, along with a few extra special champagne mentions! We hope you continue to find moments of magic and intrigue in your own champagne journey as we endeavour to bring more in 2022!
Specialising in the flourishing world of boutique grower-producer champagne, Sally Hillman Founder and Principal is personally available to guide you on your journey of discovering the irresistible magic and sophistication of champagne.
In an exclusive interview with Eleven Media, Pacific Mortgage Group confirmed post the Reserve Bank of Australia’s August policy statement the strong enquiry levels for their low interest rates mortgages.
On 2nd August Philip Lowe, Governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia, made this statement on their monetary policy decision. “The Board decided to increase the cash rate target by 50 basis points to 1.85 per cent. It also increased the interest rate on Exchange Settlement balances by 50 basis points to 1.75 per cent”
Mr John Khall, Founder and CEO of Pacific Mortgage Group said this when interviewed by Eleven Media, “Since the latest increase in the cash rate by the RBA, we have seen a flood of enquiries from those with mortgages wanting to refinance at lower levels with us. Given our history of offering the lowest interest rate mortgages in the market, we are also getting an increased level of new home buyer loan enquiries seeking to access our low-rate mortgages.
Pacific Mortgage Group provide professional services that includes an assessment of applicant current financial situation and needs, as well as assisting to develop a suitable mortgage structure for residential or investment purposes.
They also provide the following lending facilities; purchasing or refinancing, construction or renovation, principle and Interest or interest only loans, lo-doc loans, commercial and development funding.
About Pacific Mortgage Group
Since being established in 2000 Pacific Mortgage Group have grown to be one of the largest online mortgage providers in Australia. Over the past 10 years they have been awarded over 30 gold medals for their outstanding home loans.
Pacific Mortgage Group dedicate themselves in delivering the lowest interest rate possible on the market. For many years now, they have taken pride in saving thousands of dollars for their customers and at the same time delivering the highest level of personal service.
Marketing Dental implants on Social Media using the Invisalign example. Many people are looking for the right niche to present what they have to offer on social media, whether they’re dedicated to TikTok, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, or otherwise. If you’re considering becoming an Invisalign patient, the good news is you’ve suddenly got a hook and hashtags that are all yours.
Smile Types Can Be Corrected Using Invisalign Treatment?
What’s great about the use of clear braces, such as Invisalign, is the fact these titanium posts have revolutionised restorative dentistry new technology has been designed to meet the needs of varying smile issues. So whether you have an overbite, an underbite, or a crooked smile, Invisalign should be able to help alter it and move your teeth back into a straighter position.
Overbite: Upper front teeth close in front of the lower teeth Underbite: Lower teeth protrude past upper front teeth Crossbite: Upper and lower jaw don’t line up
Gap Teeth: Extra space between teeth
Open Bite: Top and bottom teeth don’t meet
Crooked Teeth: There isn’t enough room in the jay for teeth to fit normally
Generally Straight Teeth: When you just want small adjustments for a more beautiful smile Mix of Baby and Permanent Teeth: Beginning orthodontic treatment for children with adult teeth coming in among baby teeth
Boost Your Social Media Presence
When it comes to achieving a picture-perfect smile, it’s easy to feel like your teeth are inadequate. This is especially true if they aren’t as dazzling white or perfectly straight as those you see all over social media. As a result of this, it’s easy to struggle with your self-esteem and feel uncomfortable about your appearance.
Plenty of people will relate dental marketing done by digital specialists to the circumstances you’re in. Up your number of followers, boost your influencer status, and improve your online presence by taking advantage of the smile makeover that’s happening in your life and making it front and center on social media.
Show Yourself in Various Situations
In school? At work? On a date? Running errands? Snap a quick photo of yourself and your temporary best bud called Invisalign to show how this cosmetic dentistry treatment fits into your typical day. It’s easy to show others how seamlessly Invisalign works in your daily life without interrupting your existence.
Do a time-lapse video of A Day in the Life of an Invisalign Wearer so followers can see when you clean your trays and teeth, how you carefully stash your aligners during meals, when you set a timer to remind yourself to put your trays back in, and how you stop yourself before making a bad decision like eating a snack with the aligners in place.
Share Secret Hacks
Instead of turning to Google, many people turn to their favorite social media platform to get the answers and advice about Invisalign that they’re seeking. There are rules Invisalign wearers must follow, but you will do things your way too. Maybe you have just the right trick for removing your trays after you’ve gotten a fresh manicure. Perhaps you are using the very best cleaning solution for keeping the aligners clear and smelling fresh.
The tips and hacks you offer to your followers don’t have to be mind-blowing to make a difference. A newbie to the Invisalign world will appreciate a recommendation like changing to new trays at bedtime to make the most of those first hours of wear – without having to consciously endure the discomfort that comes naturally with wearing new trays.
Be Honest
People who are adept at social media know the difference between authentic or bogus content. When you’re dealing with something as serious as Invisalign, you must be honest about how the treatment is going for you, what’s working, what isn’t, what’s uncomfortable, what you love, and what you could do without. Talk to your followers about attachments, whether anyone has noticed your Invisalign, and how you feel about your treatment from day to day (you don’t have to love it all the time).
You’ll never be at a loss for social media material when you are an Invisalign patient. And you’ll never want followers and friends when you’re straight with everyone about your unique experience.
How Do You Know If Invisalign Is A Good Option For You?
Invisible braces are great if you’re someone who gets self-conscious, as when they’re in place, they’re barely visible, hence the name. Most people have to wear Invisalign braces for between one and three years to see the finished result, however, some people only need to wear them for six to 18 months. The time period braces are required for is determined by how your personal type of correction is needed.
Whether you call it champagne rosé or pink champagne, celebration and delight are promised in its name!
The NCSGI Blogger team came across this great article written by Sally Hillman and she has given us consent to publish it on our site for our readers to enjoy!
The summer of festivities is in full swing, and it’s one we all deserve. The holidays do their best to gently warp our sense of time, stretching days into nights of languid warmth and spirited conversation as long BBQ lunches and balmy dinner banquets become reference points, anchoring our days in place and time. In the unhurried, leisurely daze of summer, the only question of importance becomes, ‘What shall we eat?’, followed closely by ‘Now, what shall we drink?’.
Native to the festive season, champagne rosé will more than likely rise to your internal call-and-response. Channelling the colour of celebration, champagne rosés span the full spectrum of glowy red hues—from the softest, blush pink to salmon and crimson—its supple, smooth mouthfeel pairing perfectly with holiday fare such as ham, turkey, all manner of crustaceans, salmon and light berry-based desserts.
But it’s also more than just a summer fling: champagne rosé also finds rhythm with gourmand ingredients all year round, its fruit-forward elegance and subtle tannic grip marrying wonderfully with the rich, hearty dishes that beckon from autumn through to winter.
Defying categorisation, champagne rosés are prized for their versatility and inherent freshness, thanks to the myriad of styles (varying in aroma, acidity, sweetness and texture) that can be created depending on the combination of fruit and the nature of elaboration and vinification.
The most popular technique for making champagne rosé is the assemblage method (rosé d’assemblage). Crafted from the seven permitted grape varieties in Champagne, still red and white wines are blended together to create a base wine before it undergoes secondary fermentation in bottle to create the magical effervescence. Champagne is the only appellation in France legally permitted to blend red and white wines together, marking champagne rosés made in this fashion a fascinating and delicious anomaly. The amount of red wine added (Pinot noir or Meunier) ranges from 5% to 20%, producing cuvées with delicate aromas, natural texture and a gentle pink hue with orange highlights.
The second technique for making champagne rosé is the saignée method (rosé de saignée). Translating to ‘bleeding’, the saignée process involves the brief maceration of uncrushed black grape varietals whereby the juice of the grapes is partially infused with their skins to increase the colour, aroma and texture of the resulting champagne rosé. Technically a subset of the process for making red wines, the pigmented juice is then siphoned off for alcoholic fermentation, leaving the remainder for the production of Coteaux Champenois (the dedicated appellation for still wine in Champagne). Champagne rosés produced using the saignée method tend to be rich and vinous, with intense colour and red berry flavour profiles.
Moreover, the dynamism and complexity of champagne rosés can be boosted by combining both techniques—assemblage and saignée— in the winemaking process! Innovative grower-producers, such as Nicolas Maillart, JM Sélèque and Laherte Frères, are known to diligently practise both methods, carefully balancing and blending wines from both methods to produce unique, expressive champagne rosés that are in a league of their own. Taking it further still, Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon, chef de cave at Louis Roederer, creates the House’s vintage champagne rosé by adding Chardonnay juice to the Pinot noir maceration, achieving greater integration of the two grape varieties before fermentation even begins!
For those wanting to step off the beaten track and explore new, exciting destinations in the realm of champagne rosé, we have curated a list of recommendations below, showcasing the most distinctive and approachable alternatives to enjoy and savour at present.
And so, as you settle into the sultry lull of the afternoon when the soothing heat of summer shifts and slows, right before you drift into a softly swinging, hammocked siesta after pondering food and champagne pairings for the evening’s sundown soirée, we encourage you to reach beyond the familiar and try something different. You just might find a new favourite in the enigmatic world of grower-producer champagne rosé, at a fraction of the Grande Marque price tag.
After all, a champagne rosé by any other name would smell as sweet and taste just as delicious!
A comparable blend of Chardonnay, Pinot noir and Meunier with the addition of Coteaux Champenois rouge (still red wine) vinified from renowned plots, Le Rosé is a fruity and savoury champagne rosé with a luxurious mouthfeel. Rich and refreshing, it is ideal as an aperitif or paired with hearty foods. An exception among the Chartogne-Taillet range, Le Rosé requires more varied oenological work than their single-vineyard champagnes: blending is carefully undertaken to ensure a champagne rosé that is consistently balanced and finessed without excessive opulence, fruitiness or tannicity.
TRY:Pierre Gerbais Grains de Celles Rosé NV [RRP $115]
For the modernists.
Cleverly swapping out Meunier for Pinot blanc—a rare, heirloom white grape varietal pioneered by Champagne Pierre Gerbais in the Côte des Bar after World War II—Grains de Celles Rosé is an invigorating champagne rosé, elegantly revealing her terroir in freshness of fruit and fragrance. Comprising an exact representation of the Domaine’s holdings today (50% Pinot noir, 25% Chardonnay and 25% Pinot blanc), the addition of still Pinot noir wine before secondary fermentation produces this vibrant, refreshing and accessible champagne rosé. A humbling, eye-opening experience for adventurers taking the roads less travelled.
Similar in composition to Ruinart’s Rosé but with the notable exception of using the saignéemethod, Brut Rosé is Nicolas Maillart’s flagship champagne rosé, comprising Pinot noir (60%) and Chardonnay (40%) cultivated exclusively from the Grand Cru village of Bouzy.
A fascinating champagne rosé blend, Pinot noir is prepared by first macerating its juice on its skins for 52 hours. The addition of still Pinot noir wine (7%) and reserve wines also boosts the aromatic complexity and textural richness of this robust, though fabulously fresh, champagne rosé.
For lovers of champagne rosé with Pinot noir inflections.
Composed of 100% Pinot noir from the Grand Cru villages of Bouzy and Ambonnay in the Grande Montagne de Reims (Pinot noir’s spiritual homeland in Champagne), Rosé No. 3 NV is an enticing champagne rosé inspired by Coco Chanel’s iconic perfume. Each release is designated a number to denote the variations in colour and style that occur with each vintage—here, No. 3 marks a light, fresh and elegant aperitif-style champagne rosé.
Rosé No. 3 isproduced with 50% of the current vintage and 50% reserve wine from a solera of 10 vintages, and 10%–15% of the champagne rosé comprises still red wine from Bouzy. The result: a well-structured and focused champagne rosé that yields a generosity of Pinot noir character, a gorgeous hue and a fine, bright finish.
Gastronomic magnificence defines the latest release of Solessence Rosé—stamped with intense minerality lending textural complexity and nuance, and imbued with red fruit and savoury notes derived from precise winemaking—making this the ideal champagne rosé to serve at the table.
Comprising 45% Chardonnay, 40% Meunier and 15% Pinot noir, Solessence Rosé is based on a single vintage blended with 40% reserve wine. Its colour and texture has two different sources: 10% skin-contact Meunier and 5% Coteaux Champenois from Pinot noir, with all fruit sourced from seven villages across the Côteaux Sud d’Épernay (Pierry, Moussy and Épernay), the Vallée de la Marne (Mardeuil, Dizy and Boursault) and the Côte des Blancs (Vertus).
Incredibly food friendly, Solessence Rosé is a superstar in its own right.
INSTEAD OF:Billecart-Salmon Elisabeth Salmon Brut Rosé 2008 [RRP $380]
TRY:Louis Roederer Rosé 2014 [RRP $165]
For now and for later.
A true contender for value, Louis Roederer’s Rosé 2014 is an absolute steal at less than half the cost of Billecart’s vintage rosé. In fact, you’d be forgiven for indulging in more than one bottle: for immediate enjoyment now and for reaping the benefits of its enormous cellaring potential later.
Despite their Grande Marque scale, Louis Roederer retains the spirit of grower-producer winemaking. Jean-Baptiste tends to an astonishing 410 parcels in the Grand Cru and Premier Cru villages of the Montagne de Reims, the Vallée de la Marne and the Côte des Blancs. These plots, no further west than Cumières (where the soil becomes too heavy with clay), reflect the House’s desire to always taste chalk in their wines. The separate pressing and vinification of each parcel allows a greater clarity and expression of the diverse terroir. The absence—or very minimal use—of malolactic fermentation in the cuvées further supports this precision in flavour.
Rosé 2014 comprises 63% Pinot noir and 37% Chardonnay cropped from 35 small Estate plots encompassing the Vallée de la Marne and the Côte des Blancs, respectively. Adopting a unique method for creating champagne rosé, Jean-Baptiste macerates Pinot noir with a small amount of Chardonnay for a long, gentle infusion to achieve the perfect integration of both grape varieties before fermentation even begins.
Sally Hillman – Celebrating Champagne is one of Australia’s leading online retailers of fine champagne, Lehmann glassware and champagne gifts for corporate & special occasions. They have also become well known for creating bespoke champagne experiences and virtual tastings.
Specialising in the flourishing world of boutique grower-producer champagne, Sally Hillman Founder and Principal is personally available to guide you on your journey of discovering the irresistible magic and sophistication of champagne.
It’s not too often that you will hear COVID-19 described as “perfect” in any way, but it has, in fact, provided a perfect opportunity for cosmetic dentistry to grow in popularity during the covid pandemic.
Since the beginning of the pandemic, interest in procedures such as tooth whitening has been showing a significant rise. There are a variety of reasons why people are choosing this time to explore their options for cosmetic dentistry. As more and more people get vaccinated, and the Government eases COVID-19 restrictions and rules, the social resurgence has put one major focus on one thing; what’s been hiding behind the masks.
LOOK AND FEEL BETTER
One simple reason is that being at home more, people are noticing their appearance more. Some are fretting over real or potential weight gain and others are using their time to become more active and get in better shape. Both ends of the spectrum are looking at themselves with a more critical eye and seeing areas that they would like to improve.
Additionally, work meetings, school classes, and social gatherings have migrated to an online environment. Having a sunny smile in Sunbury when meeting with friends or co-workers in person, we can communicate in several non-verbal ways, through our style of dress, body language, and more. Now that so much communication is taking place online, some of those visual cues are not.
The focus of our communication online is, therefore, centred on our facial expressions, making our smiles more important than ever before. As a result, many of us are now paying more attention to our smiles and finding things that we either previously overlooked or didn’t consider significant enough to warrant a corrective procedure. A crooked tooth may not have been particularly bothersome in the past, but when it’s front and centre during a business meeting, there is more incentive to correct it.
MOST REQUESTED COSMETIC DENTAL TREATMENTS
In many ways, this might seem like a less-than-ideal time for a cosmetic procedure. Over the past several months, many people and businesses have found themselves tightening their belts due to financial difficulties. In other cases, however, money has suddenly become available. Travel plans have been scrapped for countless vacationers, leaving them with unanticipated funds that they are investing in themselves.
Veneers (thin, non-invasive applications)
Invisalign (invisible aligners)
Teeth whitening (very effective professional systems)
Implants (best option for missing teeth)
This has provided both the means and opportunity to seek out cosmetic dentistry, with tooth whitening, tooth straightening, and other procedures proving popular. Patients have been able to consult with their dentists via Zoom, Skype, and other apps, allowing for the process to begin even before setting foot in the dentist’s office.
HIGHER INTEREST IN FULL SMILE MAKEOVERS
Smile makeovers are often complete overhauls of a smile that melts hearts in Melton, and whilst they have been popular in the past for certain age groups, They’re starting to see this diversify a lot more too.
Another possible factor in the upswing in interest might be that some prefer to be more subtle about having work done. By having their procedures done during social isolation, they have an excuse to not be seen for a couple of days, after which they return with “something different.”
This has been a trying year on many fronts, with COVID having a major impact on virtually everyone’s life. Improving your smile with cosmetic dentistry can be a great way to give yourself a morale boost. If you have been considering a cosmetic procedure, now may be the perfect time to get it done.
Thinking about cosmetic dentistry but not sure which procedure will be the best for your condition?
There are multiple ways cosmetic dentistry can fix narrow smiles, worn and uneven teeth, In the meantime, you can view this cosmetic dentistry in Australia for dental treatments and a basic overview of what they offer and fees that you would like to pursue.
