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Good morning, dear members, and cheers to another delightful Thursday! How are you feeling? I (Athena) can already tell it will be a fantastic day. I hope you're settling in well, perhaps with your favourite snack or a nice cuppa. There's nothing like starting the day with a treat or two, eh? So, let's dive in—both into breakfast and the answer to yesterday’s riddle:

I am a food with only three letters in my name. Leave the first, and I still sound the same. What am I?

And the answer is… pea! Well done to those who got it correct. Your shout-out awaits below! Next, a Fascinating Fact! Did you know that bananas are radioactive? It's all thanks to the natural isotope potassium-40 they contain. But don’t worry, you would have to consume 100,000,000 bananas to reach a fatal dose.

News and Finance

Thousands of Aussies are eligible for a range of home upgrades under a $200 million initiative.
You could also be eligible for the latest government rebates and get health cover from just $23.73* per week!
SCAM WARNING: A major Aussie bank has urged customers to ‘immediately delete’ this dodgy text.
Thousands of drivers have been mistakenly charged TWICE for vehicle registration fees. Were you affected?
Centrelink recipients are enduring excruciating wait times, with some reporting being on hold for HOURS.
Nearly 87% of insurance policyholders have seen their premiums rise. Are you one of them?

Health, Food, and Lifestyle

Coles and Arnott’s are rumoured to be releasing a ‘very interesting’ treat ahead of Easter. Will you try it?
Speaking of Coles, a shopper was allegedly ‘crushed’ by the supermarket’s new smart feature.
Meanwhile, an urgent health alert was issued due to the re-emergence of a highly contagious virus.
Member Alan G. recalled his chance encounter with this Aussie icon in this article.
A new report has revealed eye-watering price hikes in common pantry staples.
Transform your cooking experience with these five must-have kitchen items from BIG W.
Make your taste buds sing in delight with this refreshing recipe shared by member @Suzanne rose!
Discover the key to peaceful nights and improved well-being at a reduced price!
This affordable $20 purchase from Kmart has surprisingly left an Aussie's bathroom sparkling clean.
A couple’s grim discovery on a Qantas flight led to a rare full refund from the airline. What did they find?

Entertainment

Robert Irwin was left mortified by a cheeky X-rated comment on air.
This hilarious joke shared by member @SirExton is a great reminder not to leave mixed messages...
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Today's Trivia

Which part of the brain deals with hearing and language?

Image source: Unsplash

A	Temporal lobe

B	Frontal lobe

C	Parietal lobe

D	Occipital lobe

Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.

Yesterday's Australia

First Holden Car

Image source: Facebook/Australia Remember When

This car, manufactured in 1948, is the first-ever Holden produced in Australia, and it is showcased at the Birdwood Motor Museum. Holden is more than just a brand—it's a time capsule of cherished memories spanning generations. Do you have a nostalgic story about Holden cars? Share them here! If you have other memories you want to share, feel free to post here!

Let's Save

Today's deals of the day

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Sleeveless Cheesecloth Shirt $20 @ Rivers

Beat the heat in style with this lightweight and breathable cheesecloth shirt from Rivers.

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Picture of the Day

18 January, 2024

Image Source: Member @m.m .vic

View from the balcony

Have a look at this beautiful photo shared by member @m.m .vic! The way the shades of pink and orange merge perfectly with the blue sky is simply breathtaking. It’s a colourful reminder to look up, cherish the present, and appreciate the beauty around us. Want to share your own photos? Post them in our Photography forum!

Fun & Games

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

18 January

On this day in History

1977	Australia’s worst rail disaster killed 83 people in Sydney.

1991	The longest tennis match at the Australian Open was recorded.

1995	Pope John Paul II began his visit to Australia.

Jokes

(Grand)Dad joke of the day

Get ready for an unexpected twist in this joke shared by member @melnugro!

Today's trivia answer:

The temporal lobe processes hearing and language in the brain.

Congratulations, Riddle Masters! Your well-deserved shout-out is just one click away!

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