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Good morning

G’day, legends! 🌞 How’s everyone doing on this lovely Thursday? Did you kick off the day with a smile? If not, here’s one from me (Athena) just for you! 😁 Before we dive in, grab your favourite morning brew first. I’m a big fan of strong coffee, but lately, I’ve been all about chai lattes. What about you? What’s your go-to drink? Share it with us! Alright, get comfy and let’s start with the answer to yesterday’s riddle:

Four legs up, four legs down, soft in the middle, hard all around. What am I?

The answer is… bed! Bravo to those who got it correct; don’t miss your shout-out below! Up next, a Fascinating Fact! Did you know that in the future, Earth could have 25 hours a day? As our planet’s rotation gradually slows, the extra hour will eventually come—but don’t change your clocks just yet! This cosmic shift is still about 175 million years away.

News and Finance

Millions of Aussies will receive a boost in their Centrelink payments this week—are you one of them?
Did you know there’s a way you can save on your health cover costs*?
That’s not all! Selected seniors could now save up to $70 a year on petrol. Are you eligible?
Are you ignoring this critical vehicle detail? It could land YOU in serious danger!
You can also unlock bigger savings with just one simple move—here’s how!
Don't pay that speeding ticket just yet—member @Placid might have the key to getting out of it!
A major Aussie bank is rolling out a ‘tricky’ change that could impact millions. Will you be affected?
Meanwhile, one Aussie is blaming the bank after losing $50,000 to scammers. Are your funds at risk?
This beloved royal is officially back after a tough health battle! Can you guess who?
An elderly man is claiming he had ‘no memory’ after this fatal incident—what’s the real story?
A global health threat could plunge humanity into a new ‘dark age’. Here's everything you need to know.
MAJOR BUST: Authorities have seized $400 million worth of juice bottles containing WHAT?!

Food and Lifestyle

A shocking revelation from one shopper has sparked calls to boycott ALDI. What happened?
Constantly tired? The doctors at iHerb are here to explain the common causes* and foods that could help!
Over at Coles, hundreds of shoppers were charged TWICE due to this surprising blunder!
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Treat yourself to deliciousness with this mouthwatering recipe shared by member @Penny4!
Unlock the mysteries of this rare condition with the expert knowledge of member @Jan A.!
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Entertainment

A Sunrise star has shocked fans with a surprise career move just weeks after welcoming their baby.
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James Clavell's 1975 epic historical novel was titled…

Image Source: Britannica

A. Roots

B. Shōgun

C. Exodus

D. Wolf Hall

Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.

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Ice box

Image Source: Ed Abraham, Memory Lane - Growing Up in Australia/Facebook

Do you remember the good old ice box? Long before refrigerators became popular, these trusty boxes were essential for Aussie families. Ice blocks were delivered straight to your door by lorry drivers and had to be replaced every few days. Do you have a fond memory of those days? We’d love to read your stories—share them with us here!

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Picture of the Day

Image Source: Member @Marcy1

Early morning reflections

Look at this beautiful scene captured by member @Marcy1 during their early morning walk! There's something magical about that quiet, peaceful time before the world wakes up and life gets busy. Do you enjoy early morning walks too? We'd love to see the views—post your sunrise snapshots here!

Fun & Games

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19 September

On this day in History

1893New Zealand became the first country to grant all women the right to vote.

1986Cricketer Dean Jones scored 210 against India.

2022The state funeral for Queen Elizabeth II took place at Westminster Abbey.

(Grand)Dad joke of the day

Brighten up your morning with member @Mikev’s punny joke!

Today's trivia answer:

In 1975, James Clavell published the novel Shōgun.

Riddle Masters: Well done! Your shout-out awaits here!

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