Luciana Davies

Luciana Lawe Davies was a content producer at Canstar Blue for two years until 2023, most recently in the Home & Lifestyle section. She holds a Bachelor of Arts majoring in International Relations and English Literature and a Bachelor of Journalism from the University of Queensland.


Home theatre systems for beginners

Home theatre systems for beginners

Posted by June 7th 2022

What is a home theatre system and why would you want one? We translate the tech-speak and help you choose a new home theatre system.


Girl with Smart Speaker

Smart Speaker Buying Guide

Posted by August 11th 2022

Not so long ago, controlling devices in your home with your voice and asking questions to a virtual assistant with artificial intelligence seemed like a futuristic gimmick that belonged in the realm of sci-fi flicks …


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Boost your TV audio with a sound bar

Posted by June 9th 2022

Your TV’s speakers aren’t cutting it, but you don’t have space for a surround sound system. Can a sound bar boost your audio without breaking your budget?


7 must-have appliances when moving out

Posted by February 7th 2023

The Three Little Pigs didn’t exactly have the best luck when they went to market for all the straw, sticks and bricks needed to build their homes. We all know how that ended. However, we …


Washing Machine Capacity Explained

Posted by November 24th 2022

Doing the washing is not the most exciting task of the week but whether you like it or not, you can’t avoid it. Uniforms need to be cleaned, shirts need to be ready for work …


ALDI fridges and freezers selling for less than $300

Posted by July 26th 2022

ALDI’s Special Buys aisle is always full of surprises, but they don’t come much cooler than Aldi fridges for less than $300! This Saturday (November 24), you might like to set your alarm for an early …


Washing Machine Malfunctions

Why is my washing machine not working?

Posted by August 12th 2022

Your washing machine can require regular maintenance to keep it working like a well-oiled machine. We bring you a guide on common problems and solutions.


Child Safe Ovens

How to pick the best child-safe oven

Posted by June 5th 2023

Having a bun in the oven can stress any parent out. From preventing small eager fingers pressing on hot oven doors, to stopping curious young cooks toying with stovetop controls, we all need to know …


Vacuums Battery Life compared and reviewed

Cordless Vacuum Runtimes Compared

Posted by March 24th 2023

Handsticks and handhelds are dominating the vacuum world, but with cordless designs comes restricted battery life. Which last the longest?


A guide to zinc sunscreen

Posted by August 29th 2023

Zinc oxide is a physical filter that reflects UV rays. Read Canstar Blue’s guide for a list of brands that offer zinc-based formulas.