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Hey, members! It’s the first weekend of July! Are you feeling chilly now? Check out today’s lineup with me (Blue) that’s sure July-ght up your weekend while July-ing by the fire, enjoying the winter! That’s too many puns now. Let’s answer yesterday’s riddle instead:

I'm on the edge of earth and water; I am 'of time', and I also tell time. What am I?

The answer is… sand! If you got the answer correctly, you’ll be included in the shoutout below! And for today’s ‘What Would The Grandkids Say?’ segment, let’s learn about ‘lowkey’, which means ‘subtle’. Don’t want to stand out? Try to stay lowkey!

News and Finance

A major change to driver's licences is coming. Will YOU be affected?
Energy costs might be increasing, but there’s still an easy way to save*.
Stay informed to stay safe! You might have been a victim of this ‘dodgy’ scam.
A new scheme is costing seniors their life savings, with losses up to $300,000 reported!
This July, you can get chips, nuggets, and more for FREE... with the side of a $10,000 prize! Here’s how.
Member @Judio shared a 'sketchy' email they received. Do you think it’s legitimate?
A Jurassic Park star has shared an update after a heartbreaking health diagnosis.
‘I had joined a gold mine’: What have SDC members singing its praises?

Food and Lifestyle

Your favourite drinks might soon come with a higher price tag. Find out why!
Woolworths introduced a new feature to boost your savings! Get it before it’s gone!
This $4.49 fan-favourite is now back in ALDI, and shoppers are raving about it.
Meanwhile, Kmart shoppers are buzzing about this $59 dupe to a $679 product!
Two iconic Aussie brands joined forces to launch a must-have product!
Heads up! Coles, Woolies, and now IGA have been hit with a shortage of this ESSENTIAL.
Shoppers were frustrated after Coles introduced a 'nightmare' change. What's causing the uproar?
Have you heard about this trick to protect your car during the winter?
Member @Babybird shared the perfect recipe to enjoy this weekend!
Let your voice be heard! Sign our petitions today!

Entertainment

We’ve got a cheeky hint for the upcoming SDC Rewards competition. Don’t miss it!
Prepare to giggle with member @mOiOz's joke!
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Today's Trivia

In which sport did Dawn Fraser compete in the 1960s?

Image Source: National Archives of Australia

Swimming

Cricket

Chess

Boxing

Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.

Yesterday's Australia

The Christmas Beetle

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

Do you remember playing with Christmas beetles as a kid? These used to be really common but have significantly declined in number. Do you have a favourite Christmas beetle memory? Share them here.

Let's Save

Today's deals of the day

Free Seafood For 1 Year @ ButcherCrowd*

Elevate your meals for the long haul*!

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Fan Heater $25 @ Kmart

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Salt Lamp $30 @ BIG W

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Note: Deals are not sponsored unless stated. For more Deals, Discounts, and Bargains, click here.

Picture of the Day

6 July, 2024

Image Source: Member @essbee55

Sunrise through fog - Kinohaku, NZ

Look at this enchanting photo shared by member @essbee55! A stunning glimpse into nature’s breathtaking beauty. Share photos of anything under the sun here!

Fun & Games

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

6 July

On this day in History

1483	Richard III was crowned King of England.

1863	Northern Territory passed from NSW to South Australia.

1905	Malawi became a republic, with Dr Hastings Kamuzu Banda as president.

Jokes

(Grand)Dad joke of the day

Member @Observer’s joke will surely make some teeth show from grinning!

Today's trivia answer:

Dawn Fraser competed in swimming in the 1960s.

Riddle Masters: Well done! Click here for your shout-out.

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