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Good morning

Welcome to Wednesday, members! How’s the week treating you so far? The past few days may have delivered news that weighed heavily on our hearts. Remember, we’ve weathered storms before, and we'll weather them again. And we hope our newsletter can offer you respite amidst the chaos. Now, let’s jump into today’s edition, starting with the weekly deals from Coles, Woolworths, ALDI, and IGA. Next is your midweek riddle:

With no hammer or any kind of tool I build my house so quickly. What am I?

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

News and Finance

A tech giant has issued an urgent warning about a security attack. Is your device at risk?
Are happiness and feeling in control of your finances linked? It turns out they very much could be...
Beware: Member @Snosoo almost lost hundreds to this deceptive Facebook scam.
Struggling with your energy bill? Don’t struggle in silence; there’s an easy way to save*.
Meghan Markle has been slammed as 'rude' for appearing to tell a woman to do WHAT?!
Did you know you could save thousands by asking this one simple question?
Support a good cause, and you could be set for life. Now that’s good karma!
A rare celestial event will light up the Aussie skies this month! Here’s how to catch it!
A community was left reeling after a senior couple was found dead inside their home.

Food and Lifestyle

An iconic fast-food menu item is back and turning up the heat!
Woolies has a new promo, offering you more savings!
These five Kmart finds are taking the internet by storm! But are they worth the hype?
SDC Rewards members: Interested in picking up a new hobby? April has a fun suggestion!
Give your garden an upgrade with this $54 Kmart trick.
What is a lifestyle resort? Member Alan G. sheds light on these sought-after retirement havens.
This recipe shared by member @Babybird is guaranteed to win the hearts of your loved ones.
A Jetstar passenger's act has left families horrified. What did they do?
Authorities are on a global hunt for the identity of a man sighted in Bunnings before a grim river discovery.

Entertainment

Is this beloved rock star quitting music forever?
Can you spot what’s wrong with this photo shared by member @Observer? It will leave you in stitches!
Take a guess and you could walk away with $100! SDC Rewards members could also score an extra $50 here.
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Today's Trivia

In which country did the Mambo dance originate?

Image Source: WikiDanceSport

Brazil

Cuba

Spain

Haiti

Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.

Yesterday's Australia

Clag glue

Image Source: Facebook / Old Shops Australia

Who remembers the old Clag glue pot from school days? The distinct scent and the temptation to sneak a taste, despite knowing it probably wasn't the best idea! Did you slather it on your fingers and peel it off like a second skin? Share your memories here.

Let's Save

Today's deals of the day

More Than 50% Off - Swisse Multivitamins @ Chemist Warehouse*

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Bedside Lamp With USB Port $39.99 @ Amazon*

Illuminate your room with a touch*!

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Door Hanging Organiser $15 @ Kmart

Tidy up any room effortlessly!

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

Picture of the Day

17 April, 2024

Image Source: Member @Wizid

Sunset over Port Phillip Bay

Who wouldn't love to see a sunset like this, as shared by member @Wizid? One word I can describe this is breathtaking! Do you have sunset photos, too? We’d love to see them here!

Fun & Games

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

17 April

On this day in History

1970	Apollo 13 returned to Earth.

1976	Evonne Goolagong Cawley won her second WTA Tour Championship.

2021	The funeral of Prince Philip, consort to Queen Elizabeth II, was held.

Jokes

(Grand)Dad joke of the day

Member @mick.idgaf is back with another joke, and it’s too funny not to share!

Today's trivia answer:

Mambo is a Latin dancing style that originated in Cuba.

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