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Good morning, members! What a pleasure it is to kick off another week with you! I (Vella) hope you're brimming with that fresh Monday energy! With Valentine's Day around the corner, love is definitely in the air! If you need something to get you in the mood for Valentine's Day, why not read all the heartwarming stories in our February competition? And don't forget to share your own—your story could win you a $100 voucher! Now, brace yourselves for your third riddle of the week:

The names of the seven dwarves are Doc, Grumpy, Happy, Sleepy, Bashful, Sneezy, and Dopey. What is the name of the tallest one in their house?

Submit your answers in our Riddle Masters thread here. Get it correct, and you’ll get a shout-out in tomorrow's newsletter!

News and Finance

Attention, members! Have you received this text? If so, you could be eligible for a refund!
Health cover from just $3.39 per day*? These little-known government rebates could help.
A man issued a stern warning after losing a $2,000 item in a brazen Facebook Marketplace scam.
A driver was slapped with a $1,100 fine for ‘allegedly’ overlooking this easy-to-miss detail.
Similarly, a pensioner was fined $362 for doing THIS while driving. But there’s one problem…
Qantas is in hot water again after a passenger found an infuriating note left on their bag.
This seemingly innocent act cost a traveller hundreds of dollars, but people do it all the time…
Young Australians are mocking people for sticking to this old-school accessory. But why?
Quality hearing aids shouldn’t be a luxury. Here’s how to upgrade at a fraction of the cost.

Health, Food, and Lifestyle

This Woolworths shopper nabbed ‘two years’ worth of meat for only $51—thanks to this ‘risky’ trick.
On the flip side, Woolies shoppers are concerned they're getting less and paying more for this beloved treat.
That’s not all; a Woolworths worker’s mistake left two Aussies with a nauseating mess to clean.
You won’t believe what this Domino’s customer found in their order...
A stranger’s kind act outside Bunnings is melting hearts nationwide.
Fan of red meat? We’ve got just the thing for you!
Forget takeaway! Try this homemade delight shared by member @Suzanne rose!

Entertainment

Do you sing in the shower? You could be the next big star, according to member @mOiOz’s joke.
SDC Rewards Members! Your new weekly competition is here! You’ll need your thinking hats on for this one! Not a member but want to join in? Sign up here!
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Today's Trivia

What metal is also known as quicksilver?

Image source: Pixabay

Iron

Aluminium

Titanium

Mercury

Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.

Yesterday's Australia

Chalkboard duster

Image source: Facebook/Memory Lane - Growing up in Australia

Who remembers being assigned the special duty of cleaning the chalkboard dusters? It was a privilege for many kids back in the day, giving you a chance to step out of the classroom briefly and enjoy the fresh air while shaking off the chalky remnants. Do you have fond memories of school? Share your tales here.

Let's Save

Today's deals of the day

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Picture of the Day

12 February, 2024

Image Source: Member @featherfour

Purple Beauty

How stunning is this photo shared by member @featherfour? The caption reads: ‘Another glorious iris from the garden beds on the main street in Giverny.’ Wow! Nature never fails to amaze us with its vibrant colours and intricate details. Thanks for sharing! If you have a photo you’d like to share, post it in our forum here.

Fun & Games

Want to try some other new and challenging games?
Head to our games forum here!

12 February

On this day in History

1851	Gold was discovered in east-central NSW, sparking Australia’s first gold rush.

1947	Christian Dior presented his first influential collection, the ‘New Look’.

2001	The Shoemaker spacecraft became the first to land on an asteroid.

Jokes

(Grand)Dad joke of the day

Trust me, this joke by member @Skipton will have you in stitches! But be warned, it’s a little rude.

Today's trivia answer:

Quicksilver is the alternative name for the metal mercury.

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