The other day my wife commented how she loved Spring as it was her favourite time of the year.  As a very keen gardener, she loves to see the first new growth of the season and the first scents that promise more to come as the warmer months beckon.  Now she has said this before, and I usually don't ...

Spring is, of course, traditionally the season of rebirth, reinvigoration and regrowth - time to get stuck into the garden!

For those who, like me, think that this is a good time to start a new book, read no further. - Anyone left?OK. Here are some musings on how your committee can add ...

As a result of a recent change in Tax Office view, the GST registration threshold for bodies corporate has increased from $75,000 to $150,000. Bodies corporate are now considered to be non-profit bodies for GST purposes, provided they do hot have an intention to distribute interest or other income t...

This edition of Silver Community Link touches on the subject of ENERGY.  One form of energy is that intangible personal quality:  MOJO.  I want to ramble on about the energy that could and should exist in your body corporate meetings.  Your body corporate mojo is ultra important. Vague segue I accep...

Shopping for new appliances can be fun but choose appliances wisely and it's not only fun, it can also save you money and it can be better for the environment.  Always look for the energy efficiency star ratings.  Cheaper appliances are not always the best, they may cost you less to purchase but mor...