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Peppercorn Hill

Locality: Donnybrook, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 1300 266 291

Address: 1145 Donnybrook Road 3064 Donnybrook, VIC, Australia

Website: http://peppercornhill.com.au

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24.01.2022 9 Steps to Buying and Building Your Dream Home STEP 8: Choosing a Builder With your land now selected, it’s time to choose a home design and builder. Before you start visiting builders and display villages you need to think about the right home that’s right for you now and into the immediate future. First and most importantly, work out a budget, from here you can decide on the home features that are essential, number of bedrooms, bathrooms, living areas, garage space, etc.... Once you have these sorted, it’s time to search the net, visit builders, walk through their displays and ask lots of questions. For more great tips visit => http://ow.ly/2CKv50C6Orn

24.01.2022 Explore these amazing playgrounds near Peppercorn Hill Situated in the heart of Craigieburn’s green centre, the bright colours of the Craigieburn Gardens playground pop against the lush parkland setting. The playground caters for all ages and abilities and has a number of separate interesting play features. You can fly high with challenging and group-play swings, and there is ultra cool climbing and sliding equipment, which will keep more active and energetic children en...gaged. Nearby is a concrete sports court with soccer frame goals, basketball board and netball ring, plus there's an outdoor gym circuit and big grassy areas to sit back and relax. Download the location map => http://ow.ly/5qPO50C6OyN to discover all the great places shop, explore, eat, learn and relax at Peppercorn Hill.

23.01.2022 Peppercorn Hill DIY Backyard Ideas How to make a succulent hanging wreath You can make this lovely living wreath decoration to dangle over your table when festive entertaining outdoors - and all through summer really. What is even better you need little skill, only a bit of patience to make this wreath and it needs little care to thrive. Use a variety of the shallow-rooted kind of succulents in gorgeous greens and blue tones.... Get the tutorial right here => http://ow.ly/76xn50CA83f

22.01.2022 Managing change for primary children Throughout our life, we’ve come to accept that just about the only thing that seems to be constant is change! Children and adults have had to deal with a lot of change in the last year, and we often don’t spend nearly enough time thinking about how to manage it. Held on Wednesday, 20 January from 6 - 7:30pm, this online interactive session is an opportunity to hear from other parents, explore some of the fears and worries our children ha...ve around change and how we can respond to these effectively. Led by the Council’s Family Services Education Officer, the session will discuss a range of resilience skills and strategies that may be helpful to support your children during periods of change. This session is best for parents/carers of pre-school and primary school-aged children. This session is online and free to join. Visit => http://ow.ly/imr550CMDSF to learn more and register your interest.

22.01.2022 The Whittlesea Monday Market Our favourite local artisans are back to Whittlesea in 2021! Open every Monday from 8am - 1pm, come along and treat yourself to a wide range of local, handmade and organic products ranging from freshly made delicacies, fresh fruit and veg to arts and crafts, toys, clothes and more! 2020 was a hard year for independent and small businesses. So support your local community and shop up a storm. You can meet the makers and artists, learn al...l about their products and what inspires them. Plus with approximately 120 stalls, you’ll be sure to find a unique gift or treat for yourself. Entry to the market is free. Plus there's plenty of free parking is available. The next market will be held this Monday, 4 January at Whittlesea Showgrounds, 30 Whittlesea-Yea Road, Whittlesea, Victoria, 3757. For more info visit => http://ow.ly/rqAF50CMDLg We look forward to seeing you there.

19.01.2022 Keeping the kids entertained in your own Backyard this summer! Summer school holidays are here. So it's the perfect time to make the most of your backyard! If your kids are bored with the trampoline or backyard cricket, or you're having difficulty prising them away from an iPad, it’s time to get a little bit creative.... Check out these easy, inexpensive and entertaining ideas, guaranteed to keep kids occupied and maximise their vitamin D intake with minimal supervision. Gardening The perfect activity for the exercise-averse tween, or if you have a more compact backyard. Pick an exciting plant that thrives in warm, sunny conditions such as gardenias (which can grow in pots), bougainvillea (which quickly takes on a life of its own) or, if you're feeling adventurous, a frangipani tree. If your kids aren't too keen on flowers, try herbs or lettuces (which take around five weeks to full mature). As the holidays stretch out, these plants will change in appearance just enough to hold interest as your kids watch them grow each day. Treasure hunt Why wait until Easter? After the kids have gone to bed each night, creep out into your yard and go nuts. You can hide anything from fun-size chocolate bars to toys and provide them with a list of clues to build excitement and buzz. Camping There’s nothing quite like camping in a tent in your own backyard. But take it up a level this year by taking a couple of blow-up mattresses into the garden for an unobstructed view of the stars. DIY art Grab an old double-bed top sheet and peg it to the clothesline. Next, grab five or six spray bottles and fill them with water and a drop of food colouring. Now, encourage your kid to channel their inner Jackson Pollock by squirting the coloured water onto the sheet. The more mess, the better! At least that’s what you can tell yourself before you call them in for a bath.

19.01.2022 5 REASONS YOU NEED A RUG IN YOUR HOME! A rug can effortlessly transform any room. Plus, they also offer a range of practical benefits from warming your home, to reducing noise and protecting your floor. Here are our top suggestions to help you find the perfect rug for your room! ... Modern or traditional. For a more traditional look, opt for a Persian or Provincial style rug. Or, if you want to make a bold statement with colour or texture, choose a modern abstract or block-colour rug. Got kids? Wool rugs are beautiful, but they also pile, which may not be great for crawling babies or young children. And for a kids’ room, acrylic heat-set weave rugs generally provide more affordable options that will better withstand wear and tear. Consider the traffic. Consider how much foot traffic your rug is going to be exposed to. High-pile rugs will wear easily and more obviously in a busy room, while low-weave rugs like sisal will withstand heavier and more regular foot traffic. Size matters. When choosing a rug think about the size of your room. Nothing looks worse than a too-small rug in a large room. If you’re unsure, it’s always better to go a little larger as placing furniture on (rather than around) a rug is a style statement in itself.

18.01.2022 Have you checked out our website lately? With a collection of affordable land lots and house and land packages, it's well worth a visit. Plus don't forget to check out Peppercorn Hill's development progress and sign up to our newsletter! All available right here: https://bit.ly/2TDlXc3

18.01.2022 Peppercorn Hill (Not so) Secret Smile Competition. Now the days are getting longer, and the weather’s a little warmer, it’s enough to put a smile on anyone’s face. So, we’re inviting you to unmask your face momentarily at least and flash us your pearly whites! ... Simply post your picture #PeppercornHillNotSoSecretSmile in the comments below to enter. The top two pictures with the most likes will go head-to-head to battle it out in our final round, for a chance to win a $100 voucher to spend on whatever you like. So, get posting and liking!

17.01.2022 Meet Your Neighbours Project Manager, Jim and his wife, Kylie, bought land at Peppercorn Hill in Stage 4 in July last year. Currently renting in Mernda, they are excited about building their first home together. Now their two sons have left home, the two empty nesters are looking forward sharing their new forever house with their cat, Henry, with plenty of space for friends and family to come and visit.... Keen outdoor enthusiasts they love exploring the outdoors, camping, hiking, fishing they love to travel and can’t wait to get back to Nepal to explore the Himalayas some more. They’re also planning to hike the Overland Track in Tasmania in 2021. We took this opportunity to chat with Kylie and Jim to discover what made them choose Peppercorn Hill. Read more => http://ow.ly/aBPp50CA87G

17.01.2022 GREENING YOUR SPACE: PLANT TRENDS AND TIPS We all love a little greenery around the home! Check out our top tips for making your indoor plants really pop! Hanging plants. Hanging plants are a great way of incorporating greenery into smaller indoor and outdoor spaces. Select plants that are easy to look after, work best for the space where you are displaying them and suit the amount of natural light and moisture available. Opt for plants like geraniums or ferns that are l...arge enough to spill over the basket. Clusters. Why not draw attention to the greenery in a room by creating a plant cluster? Use a minimum of three plants, with contrasting colours, textures and forms and place them in an eye-catching location. Climbers. Take a leaf out of Joost Bakker’s book and opt for climbing plants for walls and fences to cover or soften indoor and outdoor spaces. A laser cut metal screen attached is great for growing plants through and will also create an appealing design feature. Choose a feature plant. Last but not least, an interesting, sculptural looking plant like a Japanese Maple or a Cardboard Palm in an antique urn is a great way to create a design centrepiece in your hall or lounge. Choose an option that works well with your colour scheme and the available space.

17.01.2022 Choosing the perfect outdoor fire pit for you The warm weather is finally with us here in Melbourne, which means it’s a great time to start prepping your outdoor space for the season ahead. And nothing adds cosiness and light to a backyard setting quite like your very own fire pit! Since time immemorial, communities have gathered around a fire to discuss important issues or celebrate. It’s an almost forgotten ritual, but one which is undergoing a modern revival. And why n...ot? Fire pits are a smart addition to your outdoor space for several reasons. Find out why >> http://ow.ly/TrFI50C6OqY

16.01.2022 Don't forget to take advantage of the Christmas sales Craigieburn Central is bustling with post Christmas sales this week where you can definitely grab a bargain at over 100 specialty retailers throughout the complex. Along with a great mix of stores, the centre offers a great way to relax with friends and family, with regular live entertainment and extended trading hours for major retailers. See you at the Central!

15.01.2022 KNOW YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD NOISE RESTRICTIONS Power tools, parties and overly excited furry friends! Your neighbourhood can be a noisy place. By familiarising yourself with local noise regulations, you can relax in your own home and ensure your neighbours can too! Whether it’s music blaring late at night or lawnmowers buzzing early in the morning, here’s everything you need to know about sounds that drive us all crazy.... Music. If it’s played at the right times, music can be great. But at other times, if it’s keeping people awake and causing unnecessary tension it can be a headache. In Victoria loud music must be switched off between 10pm and 7am Monday to Thursday. On Fridays, the curfew is 11pm. Music is also restricted before 9am and after 11pm on Saturdays, and before 9am and after 10pm on Sundays. Pets. A pooch that barks all night is definitely not ‘man’s best friend’. Complaints about noisy dogs should be directed to the relevant local council, which can, if deemed appropriate, fine the animal’s owner or instruct them to abate the barking. Power tools. If you’re planning to do some work around your home, build some furniture or tidy the garden, make sure you don't use power tools like lawnmowers, leaf blowers, or electric drills and saws before 7am or after 8pm from Monday to Friday. On weekends and public holidays, usage is limited to between 9am and 8pm. Vehicles. Whether we’re talking a ride-on lawnmower or a Lamborghini, if it’s got an engine, chances are its owner will rev it with gusto. So you can enjoy driving your new toy without driving your neighbours insane, make sure your vehicle is quiet before 7am and after 8pm on weekdays, and before 9am and after 8pm on weekends and public holidays, unless you’re entering or leaving your home.

14.01.2022 LOVE LOCAL! Local business is at the heart of every community, and we can’t think of a better time than right now to pay it forward by supporting small businesses in and around Donnybrook. Each month we’re going to profile a small business owner drawn from the local community. If you’d like to nominate your own business, or your favourite shop in your community, just tag them in the comments below and we will be in touch!

13.01.2022 Masterclass: How to make the perfect sponge cake. Baker Adam Cox knows a thing or two about sponge, having made cakes for plenty of celebrity customers, including Ralph Lauren, Damien Hirst, Jonathan Ross and Jimmy Carr. Follow his 10 simple tips that will produce a light, fluffy, moist triumph, every time. Have your ingredients ready... Have all ingredients prepared and weighed out before starting to mix. This will ensure that the mixing process can be completed without having to stop and start while you're weighing out, which could result in over-mixing. Room temperature Keep all ingredients at room temperature (butter nice and soft, eggs not too cold). By having the eggs at room temperature, it means the yolks and whites combine more easily, ensuring a more even bake. Mix it up Use a mixer if possible to cream the butter and sugar first. This is the quickest and most effective way to get a creamy consistency in your batter. Gently does it Fold in the flour gently by hand. This is the best way to combine heavy ingredients with light ones, to ensure that as much air is retained in the mixture as possible. DON'T over-mix Over-mixing can make the mixture curdle, which affects the overall bake of the cake. Add milk If your mixture looks too thick, add a drop of milk. This will help to keep both your mixture and the consistency of the cake smooth. A thick, stodgy mix will most likely end up as a thick, stodgy cake! Keep it real When adding flavour, use real ingredients such as vanilla pods and lemon zest wherever possible, as these provide the best flavour. Grease up Always line the tin using greaseproof paper. Using butter can make the cake greasy after it has finished baking. Patience Don't open the oven too soon, no matter how eager you are! The air release will cause the cake to drop. Enjoy making it! If you are relaxed then it always comes across in the end result.

13.01.2022 Sustainable Christmas Wrap Online Workshop Want to learn how to wrap your presents the eco-friendly way this Christmas? Come along to the City of Whittlesea's workshop on Friday, 13 November from 6:30pm - 7:30pm to explore eco gift wrapping using Furoshiki (gift wrapping using fabric), Tenugui, upcycled papers and lots of creativity. No sticky tape, single-use plastic or paper are necessary! As with many low-waste practices, wrapping gifts with reusable, sustainable, and en...vironmentally friendly wrapping options is easy - and beautiful! Australians use approximately 150,000km of wrapping paper during the Christmas period! That’s enough to wrap around the earth at least four times! So this workshop is great for beginners and those wanting to learn how to be more environmentally responsible. For this workshop, you'll need to have the following items to hand two books (the same size); a wine bottle (which can be empty); one piece of material (35cm X 90cm); and one piece of material (70cm X 70cm). This free workshop will be delivered using an online platform which can be easily accessed at home using a laptop or tablet. The link to join the workshop and instructions will be provided to registered participants by email prior to the workshop. So head to https://www.whittlesea.vic.gov.au//sustainable-christmas-/ for more information and to register your interest!

11.01.2022 The Sacred Heart Mission Online Op Shop Who misses taking a drive on the weekend to Melbourne's best op shops and thrift stores, and finding the most unique and affordable items? When it comes to op shops, Melbourne has some of the best. Sadly, they've been closed for some time now in line with current COVID restrictions. But if you're needing a little retail therapy op shop style, you can still support local charities AND score incredible bargains thanks to a great n...ew initiative from Sacred Heart Mission. Sacred Heart Mission has launched an amazing online op shop which stocks everything from high-end fashion to those every day finds and hidden gems normally uncovered in your local thrift store. The Sacred Heart Mission Online Op Shop combines the organisation's eBay and Instagram stores and offers an amazing array of luxurious donated items. Right now these include Miu Miu boots, vintage Alex Perry dresses, Prada trousers and Mimco bags! Not only does the online op shop sell fashion items, but you can also find rare books, classic gaming consoles, retro homewares and much, much more. Sacred Heart Mission is a not-for-profit organisation, with all funds raised through its op shops helping to support Melburnians experiencing homelessness and disadvantage. Visit the Mission's online store and get shopping here: http://ow.ly/HQW050CgeFd

10.01.2022 City of Whittlesea Summer Series We'd probably all agree that 2020 wasn't the *best* year. But a new year means new beginnings! So start it off on the right foot with the City of Whittlesea's Summer Series Every night from 6:00PM - 10:00PM between January 15 - 30, enjoy various events and activities right across Whittlesea, including performances by local musicians, a spectacular circus and a feature film on an outdoor cinema screen. Bring a picnic basket full of you...r favourite snacks, or buy food onsite from an array of your favourite food trucks. Events will be held across multiple locations in the City of Whittlesea including the Meadowglen Athletics Stadium, Whittlesea Showgrounds and Norris Bank Reserve. Gates open at 6pm, with entertainment beginning at 7pm, a short film at 8:45pm, followed by the main movie at 8:55pm. Events are free, but bookings are essential as numbers are strictly capped. Head to => http://ow.ly/cqTz50CMDMJ to register and enjoy a great evening out with family and friends.

10.01.2022 Did you know that it takes only 20 seconds for a child to drown? It's Water Safety Week and as the weather warms up we need to aim to reduce the number of drowning incidents in Victoria over the summer period. Supervision is constant visual contact with your child. Make sure you are in a position to respond quickly by keeping children under 5 years within arms’ reach and children under 10 years be in sight. ... Supervision is not an occasional glance while you read or undertake household chores, and it is not looking outside at your kids playing while you are inside. Supervision Tip: Minimise any temptation to leave a child unsupervised near water by having everything ready before bathing your child or going for a swim (i.e. towels, sunscreen, dry clothes, phone etc.) Learn more via the website: http://ow.ly/GaEb50CsR3N #duckwatch #watersafetyweek2020 #PISBTW #watersafety #safersummer #childsupervision

07.01.2022 Shop of the month: QQ La Praline Indulgent we know, but at Peppercorn Hill, we think that every day should start and end with high-quality, locally produced chocolate! And QQ La Praline ticks all the boxes!... QQ La Praline is a locally-based on-line premium Belgian Chocolate shop offering a variety of decadent, handcrafted chocolates that are deliciously thin and crunchy and 100% Australian handcrafted. Every single one of QQ La Praline's indulgent chocolate bars and famous almond clusters are handcrafted by artisan chocolatiers, made using premium Belgian couverture chocolate combined with locally sourced ingredients. Even better, the range is sustainable and eco-friendly. None of QQ La Praline’s delectable chocolates contain palm oil or GMO. And all packaging is plastic free and made of 100% recycled paper. QQ La Praline’s chocolates are perfect as gifts or personal treats. So, if you want to make give family and friends something extra special, why not gift them some beautiful, handcrafted chocolates. Find out more about QQ La Praline’s fantastic range of treats, and purchase your next chocolate bars via the online shop at http://ow.ly/HVSI50Cgf0B

05.01.2022 Business of the month: Whittlesea Swim Centre. Are you kids wanting to learn to swim? Looking to join in some aqua aerobics? Maybe even just swim a few laps and make the most of the water this Summer? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then the Whittlesea Swim Centre is definitely the place to be! The centre is home to a 25m main pool with 6 lap lanes, a learners pool, a toddlers pool and splash pad, a children's waterslide, and an outdoor family area.... There are swimming lessons for all ages and aqua aerobics. Or go at your own pace and enjoy a day out with friends or family. Plus, it's a fantastic venue for a pool party! Located at 50 Walnut St, Whittlesea, VIC. Head to => http://ow.ly/OXhc50CMDTy for more information about opening hours, classes and event bookings.

05.01.2022 Peppercorn Hill Interior Styling Tips Earthy Eclectic Calling all boho lovers, this has your name written all over it. Being earthy and eclectic has been a hot favourite for interior design trends this year.... This look is an exotic fusion of unexpected textures and earthy tones. Firstly, we have desert shades of terracotta and mustard playing together to create a bohemian space filled with warmth. Geometric form and pattern are then mixed to delight the senses and imbue a feeling of tribal travels. Showcasing your fave mementoes is our little secret to creating a well-rounded home. Layering these warm colours alongside natural rattan and textures of rich velvet inspires earthy individuality and a sense of surprise. You don’t normally expect velvet to be showcased in a bohemian home, but there it is looking sensational.

04.01.2022 Peppercorn Hills' Fun Kids Activities Make your own kites and fly them It's not summer without a little kite-flying action. Sure, you can buy one cheap enough, but why not get creative and extend the family fun by making your own. It comes together fast!... Seriously, all you need is four simple things. Here's our 2 step tutorial to have you flying a kite in no time at all => http://ow.ly/r5v650CA81P