HOME HINTS

To remove the smell of burnt food in the kitchen, sprinkle some cinnamon in a pan and gently warm it up until fragrant. R. McKeown, Kallangur, Qld.

Store right

Before putting your inflatable wading pool away for winter, scrub it with dishwashing liquid and a soft brush (no bleach), then rinse with a hose and allow to dry completely.

Perfect pacifier

Small, lidded takeaway sauce containers are ideal for storing and carrying baby’s spare dummies.

Master chef

To make a perfect poached egg in the microwave, put 1/2 cup water in a microwave-safe mug, crack in one egg, cover with a saucer and microwave on High for 30 seconds. Check and continue cooking in 10-second bursts until the egg white is opaque. Gently drain and serve.