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We offer 2, 4, 6 and a massive 8 cubic metre skip bins, including skip bins with doors to make your life easier! We service north to Glenwood, south to Cooroy and all places in between in the Gympie Region.

REACH US

Gympie / Cooroy region
0417 786 776
info@swiftskips.com.au
www.swiftskips.com.au

Swift Skips Gympie

2 weeks ago

Act Now - Bushfire Season is coming
The arrival of warmer weather also heralds the arrival of bushfire season. The Rural Fire Service rates the fire danger rating for today as Very High in our area. The Rural Fire service provides the following information to prepare for bushfire season:
An unprepared property is not only at risk itself, but may also present an increased danger for neighbours. Here are some things you can do:
Structure
• Clear leaves, twigs, bark and other debris from the roof and gutters.
• Purchase and test the effectiveness of gutter plugs.
• Enclose open areas under decks and floors.
• Install fine steel wire mesh screens on all windows, doors, vents and weep holes.
• Point LPG cylinder relief valves away from the house.
• Conduct maintenance checks on pumps, generators and water systems.
• Seal all gaps in external roof and wall cladding.
Access
• Display a prominent house or lot number, in case it is required in an emergency.
• Ensure there is adequate access to your property for fire trucks - 4 metres wide by 4 metres high, with a turn-around area.
Vegetation
• Reduce vegetation loads along the access path.
• Mow your grass regularly.
• Remove excess ground fuels and combustible material (long dry grass, dead leaves and branches).
• Trim low-lying branches two metres from the ground surrounding your home.
Personal
• Check that you have sufficient personal protective clothing and equipment.
• Relocate flammable items away from your home, including woodpiles, paper, boxes, crates, hanging baskets and garden furniture.
• Check the first aid kit is fully stocked.
• Make sure you have appropriate insurance for your home and vehicles.
• Find out if there is a nearby Neighbourhood Safer Place.
• Review and update your household Bushfire Survival Plan
Reprinted from Rural Fire Service

Swift Skips can help with skips for general and green waste cleanup. A green waste only skip is cheaper than one for general waste, so clearing unwanted vegetation can be simple. Call us today for a quote!
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Swift Skips Gympie

3 months ago

Health benefits of winter sunshine!
In Australia we have been taught to fear the sun, but some sun exposure is essential to our health. Here are some great health benefits of a short, 10 - 15 minute, sun break.
1 Vitamin D. Sunshine kicks off a metabolic reaction in our bodies that produces Vitamin DVitamin D helps protect against disease, can slow the ageing process and improve bone health.
2. Energy. Sunlight can improve your energy levels.
4. Better mood. Sunlight triggers the release of serotonin, boosting mood, and helping you feel clam and focused. Increasing serotonin levels can also help to combat depression.
3. Improved sleep. Research has shown that going outside for 15 minutes in the morning, can help your body clock to regulate melatonin production.
4. Healthier weight. Researchers have shown that sunshine helps release a protein (nitric oxide) which can slow the development of obesity and type 2 diabetes.
Now we know we need a sun break, how can I get one? Take a walk, do some gardening, read a book outside, throw the ball with the kids, or walk the dog. Even hanging the washing on the line counts for sun exposure :) Remember we are only talking about a sun break and not sun burnSo enjoy our winter sun and reap the benefits of a sun break!
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3 months ago

5 Projects for indoors on cold winter days
With the cold snap that has arrived in the last week, many people are content to stay inside and out of the cold and wind. While inside why not give one of these projects a go? Achieving a goal gives its own warming feeling :) Donating acceptable items also comes with a warming feeling. Some places to donate in Gympie are listed at the bottom of this post.
1. Give your wardrobe a make-over.
- Go through all of your summer clothes / winter clothes / shoes. What didn't you wear at all? What doesn't fit you anymore? Do you really need to keep it? Could it be donated? Or does it just need to be thrown out? If space is a problem try putting all your summer clothes into storage bags/boxes until next Spring.
- What about the man of the house / kids / spare room? This can actually be a bit tricky. I have a friend whose husband insists on wearing t-shirts until they are threadbare. He has some from before they were married 20 years ago. He does sometimes admit that some can be thrown out though. So go for it.
- When you have worked out what you need to keep, maybe invest in some new storage to keep everything in its place.
2. Tackle your kitchen cupboards. Is it time to part with those lids that no longer have bases, the containers that got stained in the microwave and those small snack boxes that the kids don't take to school anymore. Again, if the items are in good repair, consider donating them.
3. Sporting/camping equipment. Sometimes these items seem to multiply of their own accord.
4. Home office. The ATO require you to keep personal tax records for 7 years. How many yours do you have? Consider cleaning out old documents to free up space.
5. Lastly why not bring the outside in with some indoor plants. Herbs in the kitchen, some greenery in the bathroom and some colour in the lounge room. All can help lift the spirits and maintain that warm feeling long into winter.

Hiring a skip is a great way to get rid of those unwanted items that can't be donated. You only have to go outside to load it. We deliver, take away and tip.
Donations of good quality, undamaged and clean clothes, books, manchester can be may at:
Gympie
St Vincent de Paul Society 2 John St, Gympie www.vinnies.org.au/shops/view/64
Neighbours Aid Community Stores 54-56 River Rd, Gympie neighboursaid.org/gympie-store/
The Salvation Army 42 Stumm Rd, Southside www.salvationarmy.org.au/gympie/family-store/
Cooroy
Lifeline shop, 22A Maple St, Cooroy 07 5442 6464
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Swift Skips Gympie

3 months ago

6 Top tips before selling your home
Deciding to sell your home can be one of the most difficult decisions you will ever make. But once you have decided it is time to sell, here are my top tips for getting ready to sell your house.
1. Paperwork: Before signing a contract for sale, consider the following: You must have a compliant smoke alarm installed. Do you have a safety switch installed? If you have a pool, get current pool certification. Current certification can minimise the risk of a contract falling through at the last minute.
2. Get those minor repairs done: If a prospective buyer sees that minor repairs have not been done, they may take this as a sign of bigger problems. Small, inexpensive repairs such as oiling creaky doors, fixing leaking taps, and patching holes in the walls should all be taken care of before putting your house up for sale.
3. De-clutter: This can be quite a process, both physically and emotionally, so get it out of the way before inspections will be scheduled.
4. Will it increase your sale price if you makeover part or all of the house? Only update features that will add value to your sale price.
5. Tidy the garden: See my last post on "5 Steps to Taming the overgrown garden" for help.
6. Take stock of the house's exterior: The front of your house will be a prospective buyer's first impression.
A little time and effort spent in preparing your house to be sold, can increase the chance of a quick sale, and minimise the chance of a sale falling through.
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Swift Skips Gympie

4 months ago

5 Steps to Taming the overgrown garden
Several customers have booked skips recently because they were embarking on a major garden cleanup. Did you know that a green waste only skip is cheaper than a general waste skip? So let's look at taming the overgrown garden. At the moment gardens are flourishing but as growth dies off we may have a real problem next bushfire season. It is also very hard to enjoy an overgrown garden.
Step 1. Tidy and mow the lawn.
Step 2. Weed your garden beds. Pulling out large weeds by the roots is immensely satisfying (speaking from experience :) . Mulching cleared areas will help to prevent new weeds taking over.
Step 3. Prune dead branches and cut back any over-enthusiastic plants.
Step 4. Take stock. Now that your garden has a semblance of order, what's next? If maintenance is a problem, do you need to replace lawn with paving etc.?
Step 5. Look long-term. Think of what you want from your garden. Would you like more flowering plants to attract birds? Is a vegetable garden now a possibility? Do you have enough shade to enjoy the space you have?
Taming the overgrown garden is not so hard if you have a plan, and removing dead and unwanted plants can be hugely satisfying. I saw a weather forecast that said that winter should be warmer and drier than usual. So maybe dream a little, so you can really enjoy your outside area.
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@ 2019 Swift Skips | Designed by stikky

We offer 2, 4, 6 and a massive 8 cubic metre skip bins, including skip bins with doors to make your life easier! We service north to Glenwood, south to Cooroy and all places in between in the Gympie Region.

REACH US

Gympie / Cooroy region
0417 786 776
info@swiftskips.com.au
www.swiftskips.com.au

Swift Skips Gympie

2 weeks ago

Act Now - Bushfire Season is coming
The arrival of warmer weather also heralds the arrival of bushfire season. The Rural Fire Service rates the fire danger rating for today as Very High in our area. The Rural Fire service provides the following information to prepare for bushfire season:
An unprepared property is not only at risk itself, but may also present an increased danger for neighbours. Here are some things you can do:
Structure
• Clear leaves, twigs, bark and other debris from the roof and gutters.
• Purchase and test the effectiveness of gutter plugs.
• Enclose open areas under decks and floors.
• Install fine steel wire mesh screens on all windows, doors, vents and weep holes.
• Point LPG cylinder relief valves away from the house.
• Conduct maintenance checks on pumps, generators and water systems.
• Seal all gaps in external roof and wall cladding.
Access
• Display a prominent house or lot number, in case it is required in an emergency.
• Ensure there is adequate access to your property for fire trucks - 4 metres wide by 4 metres high, with a turn-around area.
Vegetation
• Reduce vegetation loads along the access path.
• Mow your grass regularly.
• Remove excess ground fuels and combustible material (long dry grass, dead leaves and branches).
• Trim low-lying branches two metres from the ground surrounding your home.
Personal
• Check that you have sufficient personal protective clothing and equipment.
• Relocate flammable items away from your home, including woodpiles, paper, boxes, crates, hanging baskets and garden furniture.
• Check the first aid kit is fully stocked.
• Make sure you have appropriate insurance for your home and vehicles.
• Find out if there is a nearby Neighbourhood Safer Place.
• Review and update your household Bushfire Survival Plan
Reprinted from Rural Fire Service

Swift Skips can help with skips for general and green waste cleanup. A green waste only skip is cheaper than one for general waste, so clearing unwanted vegetation can be simple. Call us today for a quote!
Image by Julie Clarke from Pixabay ... See MoreSee Less

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Swift Skips Gympie

3 months ago

Health benefits of winter sunshine!
In Australia we have been taught to fear the sun, but some sun exposure is essential to our health. Here are some great health benefits of a short, 10 - 15 minute, sun break.
1 Vitamin D. Sunshine kicks off a metabolic reaction in our bodies that produces Vitamin DVitamin D helps protect against disease, can slow the ageing process and improve bone health.
2. Energy. Sunlight can improve your energy levels.
4. Better mood. Sunlight triggers the release of serotonin, boosting mood, and helping you feel clam and focused. Increasing serotonin levels can also help to combat depression.
3. Improved sleep. Research has shown that going outside for 15 minutes in the morning, can help your body clock to regulate melatonin production.
4. Healthier weight. Researchers have shown that sunshine helps release a protein (nitric oxide) which can slow the development of obesity and type 2 diabetes.
Now we know we need a sun break, how can I get one? Take a walk, do some gardening, read a book outside, throw the ball with the kids, or walk the dog. Even hanging the washing on the line counts for sun exposure :) Remember we are only talking about a sun break and not sun burnSo enjoy our winter sun and reap the benefits of a sun break!
Photo by Ricardo Esquivel from Pexels ... See MoreSee Less

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Swift Skips Gympie

3 months ago

5 Projects for indoors on cold winter days
With the cold snap that has arrived in the last week, many people are content to stay inside and out of the cold and wind. While inside why not give one of these projects a go? Achieving a goal gives its own warming feeling :) Donating acceptable items also comes with a warming feeling. Some places to donate in Gympie are listed at the bottom of this post.
1. Give your wardrobe a make-over.
- Go through all of your summer clothes / winter clothes / shoes. What didn't you wear at all? What doesn't fit you anymore? Do you really need to keep it? Could it be donated? Or does it just need to be thrown out? If space is a problem try putting all your summer clothes into storage bags/boxes until next Spring.
- What about the man of the house / kids / spare room? This can actually be a bit tricky. I have a friend whose husband insists on wearing t-shirts until they are threadbare. He has some from before they were married 20 years ago. He does sometimes admit that some can be thrown out though. So go for it.
- When you have worked out what you need to keep, maybe invest in some new storage to keep everything in its place.
2. Tackle your kitchen cupboards. Is it time to part with those lids that no longer have bases, the containers that got stained in the microwave and those small snack boxes that the kids don't take to school anymore. Again, if the items are in good repair, consider donating them.
3. Sporting/camping equipment. Sometimes these items seem to multiply of their own accord.
4. Home office. The ATO require you to keep personal tax records for 7 years. How many yours do you have? Consider cleaning out old documents to free up space.
5. Lastly why not bring the outside in with some indoor plants. Herbs in the kitchen, some greenery in the bathroom and some colour in the lounge room. All can help lift the spirits and maintain that warm feeling long into winter.

Hiring a skip is a great way to get rid of those unwanted items that can't be donated. You only have to go outside to load it. We deliver, take away and tip.
Donations of good quality, undamaged and clean clothes, books, manchester can be may at:
Gympie
St Vincent de Paul Society 2 John St, Gympie www.vinnies.org.au/shops/view/64
Neighbours Aid Community Stores 54-56 River Rd, Gympie neighboursaid.org/gympie-store/
The Salvation Army 42 Stumm Rd, Southside www.salvationarmy.org.au/gympie/family-store/
Cooroy
Lifeline shop, 22A Maple St, Cooroy 07 5442 6464
Image by Pexels from Pixabay ... See MoreSee Less

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Swift Skips Gympie

3 months ago

6 Top tips before selling your home
Deciding to sell your home can be one of the most difficult decisions you will ever make. But once you have decided it is time to sell, here are my top tips for getting ready to sell your house.
1. Paperwork: Before signing a contract for sale, consider the following: You must have a compliant smoke alarm installed. Do you have a safety switch installed? If you have a pool, get current pool certification. Current certification can minimise the risk of a contract falling through at the last minute.
2. Get those minor repairs done: If a prospective buyer sees that minor repairs have not been done, they may take this as a sign of bigger problems. Small, inexpensive repairs such as oiling creaky doors, fixing leaking taps, and patching holes in the walls should all be taken care of before putting your house up for sale.
3. De-clutter: This can be quite a process, both physically and emotionally, so get it out of the way before inspections will be scheduled.
4. Will it increase your sale price if you makeover part or all of the house? Only update features that will add value to your sale price.
5. Tidy the garden: See my last post on "5 Steps to Taming the overgrown garden" for help.
6. Take stock of the house's exterior: The front of your house will be a prospective buyer's first impression.
A little time and effort spent in preparing your house to be sold, can increase the chance of a quick sale, and minimise the chance of a sale falling through.
Photo by rawpixel.com from Pexels ... See MoreSee Less

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Swift Skips Gympie

4 months ago

5 Steps to Taming the overgrown garden
Several customers have booked skips recently because they were embarking on a major garden cleanup. Did you know that a green waste only skip is cheaper than a general waste skip? So let's look at taming the overgrown garden. At the moment gardens are flourishing but as growth dies off we may have a real problem next bushfire season. It is also very hard to enjoy an overgrown garden.
Step 1. Tidy and mow the lawn.
Step 2. Weed your garden beds. Pulling out large weeds by the roots is immensely satisfying (speaking from experience :) . Mulching cleared areas will help to prevent new weeds taking over.
Step 3. Prune dead branches and cut back any over-enthusiastic plants.
Step 4. Take stock. Now that your garden has a semblance of order, what's next? If maintenance is a problem, do you need to replace lawn with paving etc.?
Step 5. Look long-term. Think of what you want from your garden. Would you like more flowering plants to attract birds? Is a vegetable garden now a possibility? Do you have enough shade to enjoy the space you have?
Taming the overgrown garden is not so hard if you have a plan, and removing dead and unwanted plants can be hugely satisfying. I saw a weather forecast that said that winter should be warmer and drier than usual. So maybe dream a little, so you can really enjoy your outside area.
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