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                http://www.choice.com.au</link></image><lastBuildDate>Fri, 24 May 2013 19:38:44 GMT</lastBuildDate><category>Household</category><item><title>Clothes dryer reviews</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/washing-and-drying/clothes-dryers-review-and-compare.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Laundry and cleaning/clothes_dryers/2012/dryers1105_APR2012_LEAD_WEB.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="Clothes dryer" width="160" height="109" /><p>We put the latest clothes dryers through rigorous tests in our labs. Find out which are the best performers.</p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:14:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Vacuum cleaner reviews</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/vacuum-cleaners/mid-priced-vacuum-cleaners-review-and-compare.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Laundry and cleaning/Vacuums - all/2012/vacuum-cleaner-lead.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="vacuum-cleaner-lead" width="160" height="109" /><p>With more and more vacuum brands and models on the market, we sort the best from the rest.</p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Wed, 27 Feb 2013 15:40:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Laundry detergent reviews</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/washing-and-drying/laundry-powders-review-and-compare-2012.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Laundry and cleaning/Laundry_powder_vs_liquid/2013/laundry-detergent-new-lead.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="Laundry powder" width="160" height="109" /><p>We've compared the top-selling laundry detergents for both top- and front loaders - 64 in all - to find which are the best at removing stains.</p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Wed, 06 Feb 2013 08:10:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Caring for clothes, shoes and accessories</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/washing-and-drying/looking-after-clothes-shoes-and-accessories.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Food and health/Beauty and personal care/Caring for your stuff/caring-for your-stuff-lead.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="caring-stuff-lead" width="160" height="109" /><p>Australian households spend thousands of dollars a year on clothing, shoes and accessories. So how should you take care of your investments?</p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2012 12:12:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Steam mop reviews</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/floors-and-surfaces/steam-mops-review-and-compare.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Laundry and cleaning/Steam mops/steam-mop-lead-.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="STEAM-MOP-LEAD-" width="160" height="109" /><p>We review 13 steam mops, priced from $49 to $299, including models from Karcher, Hoover and Kenwood.</p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Thu, 18 Oct 2012 10:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Stick vacuum cleaner reviews</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/vacuum-cleaners/stick-vacuum-cleaners-review-and-compare.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Laundry and cleaning/stick_vacs/2012/stick-vac-lead.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="stick-vac-lead" width="160" height="109" /><p>These stick vacuums are handy around the home and most separate into a handheld vac as well.</p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Wed, 26 Sep 2012 09:02:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Robot vacuum cleaner reviews</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/vacuum-cleaners/Robot-vacuum-reviews.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Laundry and cleaning/Robo_vacs/2012/robot-vac-lead.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="Robot Vacuum Cleaner" width="160" height="109" /><p>A robot that takes care of the household vacuuming is an attractive idea, but how good are the robot vacuum cleaners?</p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Mon, 17 Sep 2012 17:03:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Getting rid of mould</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/floors-and-surfaces/getting-rid-of-mould.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Laundry and cleaning/floors_and_surfaces/CH0812_mould.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="CH0812_mould" width="160" height="109" /><p>Reducing moisture, not expensive mould removal products, is the key to preventing household mould.</p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Mon, 06 Aug 2012 10:05:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>ALDI steam iron first look</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/ironing/aldi-steam-iron-first-look.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Laundry and cleaning/Ironing/Aldi-steam-iron-first-look/Aldi-steam-iron-first-look.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="Aldi-steam-iron-first-look" width="160" height="109" /><p>We've got in early to take a sneak peek at the latest ALDI iron, the Lumina Signature, available from 12th July.</p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jul 2012 13:56:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Garment steamer reviews</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/ironing/garment-steamers-review-and-compare.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Laundry and cleaning/Ironing/2012/1249_Steamers/garment-steamers-lead.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="Garment Steamer Review" width="160" height="109" /><p>If you spend a reasonable amount of money on dry-cleaning bills then a garment steamer may be a worthwhile investment. </p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Thu, 12 Jul 2012 12:13:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Steam station iron reviews</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/ironing/steam-stations-review-and-compare.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Laundry and cleaning/Philips perfectcare iron_FL/PHILIPS-STEAM-IRON008.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="PHILIPS-STEAM-IRON008" width="160" height="109" /><p>We review seven steam station irons, priced from $250 to $899, including models from Tefal, Philips and Hoover.</p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jul 2012 10:45:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Absurd whitegoods features</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/washing-and-drying/washing-machine-features.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Laundry and cleaning/absurd-whitegoods-features-lead.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="absurd-whitegoods-features-lead" width="160" height="109" /><p>Often the special functions on your washing machine and dryer are just marketing hype.</p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Wed, 13 Jun 2012 15:16:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Asko Drying Cabinet first look</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/washing-and-drying/asko-drying-cabinet-first-look.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Laundry and cleaning/FL_Asko Drying Cabinet/FLAskoDryingCabinet.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="FLAskoDryingCabinet" width="160" height="109" /><p>Many items in today’s wash are not suitable for tumble dryers. This is where the Asko Drying Cabinet DC7573 comes in.</p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 10:09:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Country of origin</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/washing-and-drying/country-of-origin-manufactured-products.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Laundry and cleaning/appliances-country-of-origin.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="appliances-country-of-origin" width="160" height="109" /><p>CHOICE lists country of origin on whitegoods and appliances and other non-food products due to our members' wishes.</p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2012 14:46:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Expensive vacuum cleaner reviews</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/vacuum-cleaners/expensive-vacuum-cleaners-review-and-compare.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Laundry and cleaning/High-end Vacs/lead/Vacuum-lead_2.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="Vacuum-lead" width="160" height="109" /><p>CHOICE reveals which expensive vacuum cleaners earn their keep, and whether it's necessary to spend up to $1000 on a model.
</p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Thu, 24 Nov 2011 16:48:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Philips PerfectCare Iron first look</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/ironing/philips-perfectcare-iron-review.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Laundry and cleaning/Philips perfectcare iron_FL/Philips-perfectcare-iron.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="Philips-perfectcare-iron" width="160" height="109" /><p>This no-fuss iron comes out ahead of most of the conventional irons tested by CHOICE, but it has an expensive price tag.</p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2011 14:56:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>OMO Pods first look</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/washing-and-drying/omo-pods-first-look.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Laundry and cleaning/Omo_Pods_FL/OMO_new_WEB.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="OMO_new_WEB" width="160" height="109" /><p>CHOICE finds out whether these water soluble pods are any different to a standard liquid detergent.</p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Thu, 06 Oct 2011 16:19:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Laundry powders vs liquids review</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/washing-and-drying/laundry-powders-review-and-compare.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Laundry and cleaning/Laundry_powder_vs_liquid/2011/Lead/laundry-detergent_340wx232h_lead.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="laundry-detergent_340wx232h_lead" width="160" height="109" /><p>We compare laundry detergent concentrates to find out which perform better, give the best value for money and are better for our environment.</p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jul 2011 10:54:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Low-cost vacuum cleaner reviews</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/vacuum-cleaners/cheap-vacuum-cleaners-review-and-compare.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Laundry and cleaning/low_cost_vacuums/2011/vacuum-low-cost_340wx232h_lead.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="vacuum-low-cost_340wx232h_lead" width="160" height="109" /><p>Our test reveals some good, affordable choices and one model in particular that would hold its own against vacuums costing twice as much.</p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2011 10:11:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Dyson DC35 MultiFloor Stick Vac First Look</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/vacuum-cleaners/dyson-dc35-multifloor-stick-vac.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Laundry and cleaning/Stick_vac_Dyson_FL/DysonDC35.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="Dyson DC35 Multi Floor Stick Vac" width="160" height="109" /><p>Dyson's latest stick vac is a top performer, but it has a price tag to match.</p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2011 14:36:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Black &amp; Decker Dustbuster Flexi first look</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/vacuum-cleaners/black-and-decker-dustbuster-flexi-review.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Laundry and cleaning/Black Decker Dustbuster Flexi handheld vacuum cleaner/dust-buster001-with-corner.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="Black & Decker Dustbuster Flexi handheld vacuum" width="160" height="109" /><p>The Dustbuster Flexi easily and effectively tackles spot vacuuming tasks. </p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Tue, 16 Nov 2010 16:11:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Samsung Navibot robot first look</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/vacuum-cleaners/samsung-navibot-robot-vacuum-cleaner.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Laundry and cleaning/Samsung Navibot Robot Vacuum Cleaner/Samsung-Navobot003.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="Samsung Navibot SR8845 robot vacuum cleaner" width="160" height="121" /><p>Easy to use and clever at navigating around rooms, the NaviBot is still no replacement for a traditional vacuum cleaner.</p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Fri, 29 Oct 2010 17:33:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>What you need to know about washing machines</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/washing-and-drying/video-washing-machines.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Laundry and cleaning/washing_machines_extra/iStock_washing.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="iStock_washing" width="160" height="109" /><p>Martha Psiroukis reveals the surprising truth about efficiency ratings, temperature, detergent amounts and fabric softener.</p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 15:40:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Microfibre cloth reviews</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/floors-and-surfaces/microfibre-cloths-review-and-compare.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Kitchen/Microfibre cloths/Microfibre-cloths-LEAD.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="Microfibre cloth" width="160" height="109" /><p>Microfibre cloths minimise the need for chemical cleaners, so they're good for the environment and the hip pocket.</p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Fri, 11 Dec 2009 14:04:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Bathroom cleaner reviews</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/floors-and-surfaces/bathroom-cleaners.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Laundry and cleaning/bathroom_cleaners/2008/leads/bath_cleaner_lead.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="Cleaning the shower" width="160" height="109" /><p>We trialed seven widely available commercial bathroom cleaners that claim to remove and/or prevent mould and soap scum buildup. </p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2008 10:41:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Carpet spot cleaner reviews</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/floors-and-surfaces/carpet-spot-cleaners-review-and-compare.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Laundry and cleaning/carpet_spot_cleaners/2007/leads/carpet_clean_lead.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="hand holding carpet spot cleaner" width="160" height="109" /><p>We put the carpet spot cleaners to the test on two different types of cream-coloured carpet: nylon cut pile and wool sisal.</p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Tue, 25 Sep 2007 10:18:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Carpet cleaning options guide</title><link>
                    http://www.choice.com.au/reviews-and-tests/household/laundry-and-cleaning/floors-and-surfaces/carpet-cleaning.aspx</link><description><![CDATA[ <img src="/~/media/Images/Reviews/Household/Laundry and cleaning/carpet_cleaning/2009/leads/carpet_clean_lead.ashx?bc=ffffff&amp;w=160" alt="Carpet being cleaned" width="160" height="109" /><p>While you're more likely to wait until your carpets are covered in muddy paw prints before hiring a carpet cleaner, having your carpets cleaned at least once a year should prolong their life.</p>]]></description><category>Laundry and cleaning</category><pubDate>Tue, 10 Apr 2007 10:24:00 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>