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Monday Edition
Happy Monday everyone! We hope you all had a great weekend and are ready to jump into the week ahead because we sure are! If you're new here, then you might not know why we love our Monday's so much but the answer is simple: We get to challenge you lot with the first riddle of the week! Today's riddle is thanks to member Suzi H. Thank you for sharing this with us, Suzi!
A woman has two sons. They were born at the same hour, on the same day of the same month, in the same year. However, they are not twins. How can that be?
Now that's a tough riddle. If you think you know the answer, post it on our forum here and if you get the answer correct, we will give you a shout out in tomorrow's newsletter. Not a bad shout, eh?
Now, let's get stuck into some news shall we? What's happening around the world and across Australia today?
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It's Medical Monday, which means Dr Michael Gliksman is back with a new article. This is a crucial one, folks - Preventing Falls and Maintaining Independence.
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One savvy woman has revealed how she gets her haircut for $5 and her hair coloured for only $20, and it’s available to everyone…
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This $10 ‘miracle’ cleaning buy is the latest obsession for home cleaners as it leaves every home smelling ‘heavenly’.
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Desperate Aussie shoppers are attempting to save money with discounted gift cards, but do they actually end up saving money?
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An expert has gone viral online after revealing a very common mistake people make when sleeping that causes all kinds of back
problems.
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Have you heard of this ‘secret’ luxury beauty store that’s run by Chemist Warehouse that sells designer brands at ‘rock-bottom prices’?
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A video has gone viral online of ‘fake’ Coles workers taking on Woolworths employees, encouraging them to “wear red and come to the dark side.”
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An $11 facial cleansing item from Kmart is being highly sought after but for X-rated reasons.
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“Grandfriends”: Why family tales tall and true are helping build ties that bind with the younger generation. Here’s why you should tell your
story.
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A video of a Mum running in the ‘parents race’ at a school sports day has gone viral after a very unfortunate ‘mooning’ event.
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Are you afraid of flying? Check out these genius tips from a pilot who explains why you have nothing to worry about.
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And finally, a health coach has compared the UK Maccas to our Maccas and the review is scathing.
And that folks, is a wrap of your Monday morning news. There’s a lot happening across Australia and around the world today, that’s for sure! But don’t go anywhere just yet, because we have plenty more for you below including a gorgeous ‘Yesterday’s Australia’ segment and some really interesting ‘on this day’ facts, like did you know that today, in 1967 the world’s first ATM was installed in Enfield, London?
Also, be sure to check out today's OzWord, our 'Last Two Letters' game, our Sudoku puzzles, and our Word search for some brain training fun!
And last but not least, don’t forget to enter our ‘Nostalgia Competition’! All you have to do is simply tell us your most cherished memory from the Australia you grew up
in for your chance to win a $100 gift voucher to Coles, Woolies, Aldi or IGA!
As always, members, stay safe and happy reading!
- Jonathan, Vella, Sean, James, Sethia & Maddie.
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Source: Shutterstock
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B. Brazil
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C. Africa
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D. Singapore
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Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.
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Image source: The Australia I Remember FB Group
We loved this photo when we stumbled upon it in the ‘Australia I Remember’ Facebook group. It was posted along with a beautiful poetic caption “Explained to all by many, expressed with tongue in cheek, just like peeling a banana, taking wool off sheep. A work of art with practice, timing, rhythm, and flow, the smell and feel of lanolin, shearing, blow by blow.” If you would like to read the rest of the poem, click here!
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If you have a deal you think other members would enjoy, please submit it here.
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Padded Bomber Jacket $40 @ Kmart
Keep warm and stylish all winter long with the Padded Bomber Jacket from Kmart. This jacket is made from a soft and comfortable fabric, and features a trendy bomber style. It's the perfect way to add a touch of style to your wardrobe, and can be worn with a pair of jeans or pants, or even a pair of tracksuit. The best part is it’s currently available at Kmart for just $40.
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Sunbeam Feel Perfect Therapeutic Heating Pad $59 @ Target
Soothe aches and pains with the Sunbeam Feel Perfect Therapeutic Heating Pad. This heating pad features five heat settings, so you can choose the perfect temperature for your needs. It also has a built-in safety auto off after three hours. Plus, the soft and comfortable fabric is sure to be gentle on your skin. It's currently available for just $59 at Target, so don't miss out!
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Sherpa Hoodie $30 @ Kmart
Keep warm and cosy all winter long with the Sherpa Hoodie from Kmart. This hoodie is made from a soft and comfortable sherpa fabric, and features a hood for extra warmth. It's available in multiple colours including oat, black, olive, and blue, and is the perfect way to relax on a cold day either around the house or when you're out and about. The best part? It’s available today for only $30.
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Image Source: Member @Algieboy
Tower Bridge from inside the Embattlement…
Today’s picture of the day is thanks to member @Algieboy and what an incredible picture it is! @Algieboy has posted photos from outback Western Australia, all the way to London in the same month! Now those are two vastly different places, eh?
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1886 Charles Macartney, Australian cricketer (Governor-General), born in West Maitland, New South Wales, Australia (d. 1958).
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1939 Neil Hawke, Australian cricket fast bowler (27 Tests, 91 wickets; South Australia), born in Adelaide, Australia (d. 2000).
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1957 The British Medical Research Council publishes a report suggesting a direct link between smoking and lung cancer.
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1963 Paul Roos, Australian rules footballer, born in Melbourne, Australia.
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1967 The world's first ATM is installed in Enfield, London.
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A young guy called Tommy bought a horse from a farmer for $250 and the farmer agreed to deliver the horse to Tommy the following day.
The next day though, the farmer turned up at Tommy’s house and said, “Sorry son, but I have some bad news, the horse died.”
Tommy replied, “Well, then just give me my money back. That’s fine.”
Oh this is a clever one! Click here to read the rest of the joke. A big thanks to member @Fisherman2320 for this laugh!
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Brazil is, quite simply, the largest coffee producer in the world. For example, in 2016 it is thought that 2,595,000 metric tons of coffee beans were produced in Brazil alone. Interestingly, Brazil has been the highest producing country for coffee for over 150 years with 27,000 square km of land dedicated to growing the beans!
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