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Saturday Edition
Hello, hello, and welcome to another Saturday here at the SDC. How lovely to have you with us once again! How are we all feeling today? Not quite awake yet? We understand. But never fear because we have just the thing to help you ease into the day. Today's newsletter is full of exciting things to get you going! But before we start today's activities, I (Vella) just wanted to take a moment to wish a very special person a happy birthday week. That person is none other than our dear team member, Sean! He turned a year older on Thursday, but we like to celebrate birthdays all week long around here! So, Sean, if you’re reading this, I hope you get spoilt rotten this weekend.
Sean came to SDC just months after I did, and I remember being so impressed with his writing skills. He's super talented and has a real knack for making people laugh. He's also one of the nicest people you'll ever meet. Sean, thank you for everything you've done for us here at SDC. We appreciate you more than you know!
Right, enough gushing from me. Let's get on with today's activities, shall we?
To start things off, let’s take a look at the answer to yesterday’s riddle!
What four-legged animal can jump higher than a house? Did you get it?
Well? The answer is any! Because houses can't jump! We hope you had fun with that one. If you got it correct, make sure to head further down this newsletter, where you'll spot a shout-out just for you.
Now, let's move on to our next segment for the day, 'What Would the Grandkids Say?' Today we're taking a look at the phrase 'break the internet’. Kids today use this phrase when someone or something becomes so popular, causing a commotion on the world wide web with many social networks and news outlets discussing the same thing. This phrase is often used to describe celebrities who have done something outrageous or unexpected. For example, if a celebrity posted a controversial photo of themselves online, people would say they've 'broken the internet’. So next time something big happens and everyone's talking about it, you can
say it 'broke the internet’!
So, what's happening across Australia and the world today?
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A Kmart shopper was shocked after receiving a package she ordered online, calling it ‘ridiculous’. Here’s why they were so upset.
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SCAM ALERT: A new scam is making the rounds targeting myGov users, and it’s more convincing than ever. Here’s how to protect yourself.
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Are you feeling the pinch of rising food costs? A butcher has revealed five simple tricks to help you save money on meat as the cost of living continues to rise.
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These beauty tools from ALDI and Kmart are causing a stir online after cheeky shoppers mistook them for something a little more X-rated! Are you seeing what these shoppers are seeing?
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A Woolworths shopper has been left in stitches after spotting a bawdy message on the self-serve checkout screen! Can you see it?
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A Bunnings shopper has wowed the internet after transforming her dull kitchen sink with an unlikely $8.95 buy.
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Speaking of Bunnings, shoppers are raving about another little-known cleaning buy from Bunnings, which has achieved ‘cult status’ after
transforming a wide range of household chores.
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Are you looking for cheaper cleaning products? A professional cleaner revealed where she buys her must-have items for a fraction of the price - and no, it's not ALDI. Can you guess where it is?
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Check your couch cushions and coin jars! A cleaner found a rare penny that could be worth $40,000 while cleaning a hoarder's home.
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A DIY enthusiast has been praised after recreating a decor piece that retails for more than $100 using just $3.50 worth of Kmart items!
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Devastating news has rocked the entertainment world after Hollywood actor Bruce Willis was diagnosed with FTD. What exactly is this condition, and is it treatable?
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In other health news, a new study has found that using sleep medications is linked to a higher risk of dementia. Could your medication be putting your mind at risk?
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In the mood for a Mexican-style feast? Get ready for a flavour explosion with this 10-minute chicken fajita tray bake recipe.
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Finally, our lineup wouldn't be complete without a hilarious joke, and member Doug S. has brought us a good one about an old proverb. Read the hilarious joke here.
That’s a wrap of your Saturday news, members! We hope you’ve enjoyed it and that we’ve been able to brighten your day. But don’t go anywhere just yet! We still have plenty more in store for you below, including a hilarious joke from member @Skipton, a beautiful ‘Picture of the Day’ from member @Oldino, and a childhood memory to take you back in time in our 'Yesterday's Australia' segment.
And because we don't want you to be paying more than you have to, we'll say it again: Did you know that Health Insurers are increasing their premiums by an average of 2.90% on April 1? Although that doesn’t seem like a ‘large’ increase, for an Aussie over the age of 65 that’s an additional $167 per year for their health cover. It’s worse if you’re with one of the ‘Big 5 Funds’ - think BUPA, Medibank, HCF, nib and HBF - you could be paying a whopping $194 more per year for the exact same health cover. But that doesn’t have to be the case. Compare and save on your health insurance before April 1 here.*
Oh, and for those of you who are up for a challenge, don’t forget to check out our many games, including Alphabetical Bands/Groups Game, Alphabetical Australian
Places Game, Change A Letter Game, and 3x3 Word Thread. Or maybe you’d prefer our beloved classic games, including Word Pairs, Abbreviation Game, Word Association Game, Rearrange, Add or Subtract Word Game! Keep a Word, Drop a Word Game, and Can you name 5? As well as our Sudoku puzzles, OzGrid, and OzWord. And our card games, including Solitaire and Blackjack.
Last but not least, don't forget to try our 'expert' edition of OzWord! You can give it a shot here.
As always, members, stay safe and happy reading!
- Jonathan, Vella, Sean, James, Sethia, April, Jarred, Ally & Maddie.
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Image source: SeniorsDiscountClub
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Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.
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Image source: Australia Remember When FB Group
Who remembers the classic White Knight chocolate bar? It was a chewy, chocolate-covered mint bar, a childhood favourite of many Australians! From the distinctive blue packaging to the creamy, melt-in-your-mouth texture, White Knight was a true Aussie classic. It was once sold across all major Australian supermarkets until low sales saw them discontinued in 2016. Did anyone here have a White Knight-induced cavity or two?
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You Could Be Eligible For Health Cover From $3.20 per day.*
It’s no secret that the current cost of living is hurting us all, and we need to find ways to ‘cut the fat’ wherever we can. But did you know that in 2022, the cost of health insurance increased by an average of $230.26 for hard working Aussies? That’s $230 no-one has ‘just lying around’.
What you may not realise is that there are government rebates out there that could save you hundreds of dollars per year on your cover. For eligible Aussies, the starting cost of a combined hospital and extras cover comes in at $22.40* a week, or $3.20* per day once the rebate has been claimed.
Click the compare now button to see if you're eligible.
Compare Now*
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If you have a deal you think other members would enjoy, please submit it here.
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Elastic Waist Chino Volley Short $17.95 @ Rivers
Are you looking for a trendy and comfortable pair of shorts? Look no further than the Rivers Elastic Waist Chino Volley Shorts. These lightweight chinos offer a classic look with the convenience of a drawstring waistband for easy adjustability. With two side pockets and one back pocket, you’ll have plenty of room for all your essentials. Pair these shorts with a tee and sneakers for a casual look. It’s now on sale for only $17.95, down from the original price of $54.99, so don't miss out!
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Crop With Cut Out Hem Detail Jeans $22.16 @ Catch
Upgrade your style this season with the Crop With Cut Out Hem Detail Jeans from Millers. These jeans are made from soft, stretchy denim fabric, making them comfortable, durable, and easy to move in. They also feature a cropped length and cut-out detailing at the hem that will add a fashionable touch to your look. Pair with a top and heels for the perfect nighttime look, or dress it down with a t-shirt and sneakers. Get this deal for just $22.16, down from the original price of $49.16.
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BackJoy Posture Plus $54.39 @ Amazon*
Do you suffer from lower back pain? Or experience discomfort after sitting for long periods? Then the BackJoy Posture Plus* could be the perfect solution for you! This cloth posture seat is designed to help relieve lower back pain and provide all-day support while you sit, no matter what type of seat you're in. The patented design helps tilt your hips upright and comfortably ‘float’ your spine over the seat while helping you maintain proper posture. It's covered
in a soft fabric that makes it comfortable to use all day. So relieve your lower back pain and keep your posture in check now and get the BackJoy Posture Plus* for only $54.39, down from the original price of $67.99.
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Image Source: Member @Oldino
Feeding time
Look at this photo shared by member @Oldino of a parent bee-eater lovingly feeding its young. What an absolutely heart-warming photo. Thank you for sharing this amazing moment with us, @Oldino.
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1917 First major strike of the Russian 'February Revolution' starts at the giant Putilov factory in Petrograd.
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1930 Using a 33cm telescope at the Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff, Arizona, Clyde W. Tombaugh, a 24-year-old American with no formal training in astronomy, discovered the dwarf planet, Pluto.
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1933 Japanese artist and musician Yoko Ono, wife and artistic partner of musician John Lennon, was born.
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2009 English fantasy author Terry Pratchett received a knighthood from Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace.
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2014 Ukrainian Revolution (also known as the Revolution of Dignity) when deadly clashes between protesters and state forces in the capital Kyiv culminated in the ousting of President Viktor Yanukovych.
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A man was idling in the street, bored, when he saw a man selling apples close by.
He approached the man and asked, ‘How much do these apples cost?’
The vendor replied, ‘An apple costs $1, and an apple seed costs $2.’
Oh, this one will have you laughing for sure! A big thank you to member @Skipton for sharing this one. Check out the rest of the joke here.
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Sea otters have the thickest fur of any animal with 850,000 to one million hairs per square inch. They are completely covered with fur, except for the nose pad, inside of the ear flaps, and the pads on the bottom of the feet.
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