Thursday Edition

Good morning

Good morning, members, and a very happy Thursday to you all! It’s me again (Vella) coming to you with another exciting edition of our newsletter. Before we get into it, though, I just wanted to give a quick shout-out to my partner and rock, CJ! We just celebrated our 5th anniversary, and I couldn’t be more grateful for this woman. I know that for some, your partner might be sitting here right now enjoying a cuppa with you, but for others their beloved may no longer be with us. Regardless, if you would like to give a shout-out to your loved ones or reminisce on how you met, I would love for you to join me in doing so here. I know the month of love is over, but why wait for February for love stories, right?

Now, let’s get back to why we're here — the newsletter! First things first, it’s time to give you all the answer to yesterday’s tricky riddle. For those of you who don't remember, the riddle goes:

There are 2 police officers parked along a one-way street looking for traffic violations. They spot a taxi driver going in the wrong direction, yet they do nothing. Why?

Did you get it? The answer is that the taxi driver wasn’t driving then; he was walking! Oh, that was a good one, wasn't it? As expected, many of you got the answer correct, and you know what that means, right? You get a shout-out! So stick around, and you’ll find a shout-out waiting for you at the end of the newsletter.

Next on the agenda for today, it’s time to share with you a Fascinating Fact!

When you say pyramids, most people immediately think of Egypt. But did you know that there's one country with more pyramids than Egypt? That country is… Sudan! Yes, that’s right. Not only does Sudan have more pyramids than Egypt, but the numbers aren’t even close. While there are 138 pyramids discovered in Egypt, Sudan boasts around 255! Mind-boggling, isn't it?

Now then, what’s happening in Australia and around the world in the news today?

• Mortgage and deeming and saving rates, oh my! Find out exactly how the 10th-consecutive rate rise impacts you in our comprehensive break-down for mortgage and non-mortgage holders alike.
• Shoppers are rushing to their local Kmart to snag this $149 cleaning gadget that’s ‘just as good’ as a brand retailing for over $1000! If this isn’t a bargain, we do not know what is!
• This is not a drill! Allen’s has launched two ‘berry’ exciting flavours to their fan-favourite lolly range, leaving fans in a frenzy. Yum!
• Shoppers are obsessing over these $15 shorts from BIG W that look exactly like a luxury version worth $240.
• SCAM ALERT: A woman warned Aussies to be vigilant after being scammed out of her entire life savings of $30,000 - all because of one phone call. Here’s how it happened and how you can protect yourself.
• Former The Project host David Hughes has revealed he was violently threatened on a beach over a religious joke that was told on the show that sparked widespread outrage. Was a line crossed?
• A heatwave is sweeping the nation, but for many vulnerable Aussies, the rising temperatures come at a cost they simply can't afford. With energy bills soaring, some are struggling to afford a basic necessity…
• Coles, Woolworths, and ALDI have announced the return of soft plastic recycling by the end of the year, but there’s a catch…
• One shopper just revealed a shocking truth about inflated meat packages and why you should never buy them. But is what she says true?
• LOOK: This hilarious photo of a cockatoo is taking the internet by storm, with many people hailing it as ‘the most Australian photo of the year.’ Here’s why.
• Are you struggling with a stubborn jar lid that won’t budge? We’ve got some simple tips for opening even the toughest jars with ease!
• Looking to spruce up your home? Try this woman’s unlikely decor hack using a popular children’s toy! It’s not only aesthetically pleasing but also helps boost your brain health… Can you guess what it might be?
• Indulge in a tantalisingly delicious experience with these Curried Potato Patties with Zucchini Salad, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
• Finally, an elderly woman walking her dog had her purse stolen by a young man - but she didn't seem too bothered by the ordeal. Why? Find out in this hilarious joke shared by member @Skipton.

Now that's what you call a wrap. But not the wrap of the entire newsletter just yet! I recommend you stay for a bit more fun and entertainment below, including a knee-slapper of a joke from member @Luckyus, a beautiful 'Picture of the day' from member @Algieboy, and a lovely memory in our 'Yesterday's Australia' segment that will take you back to the '60s!

Before we move on to our games, I'd like to take a moment to remind you to compare your health insurance* as premiums are set to rise on April 1. If you are over the age of 65 and you’re not with one of the ‘Big Five’ health insurers, your premium could be increasing by an average of $167* per year, and for those of you who are with one of the ‘Big Five’ your premiums could be increasing by a shocking $194* per year. Compare and save today*.

Are you up for some brain training? Be sure to check out our many games, including our Alphabetical Bands/Groups Game, Alphabetical Australian Places Game, Change A Letter Game, and 3x3 Word Thread. Of course, we still have 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, classic OzWord, and our Ozword (expert edition). And our card games, including Solitaire and Blackjack.

Last but not least, don't forget to enter our referral competition! All you have to do is refer your friends to the SDC (with their permission, of course) for one entry into the competition. The more entries you get into the competition, the more chances you have to win a $100 voucher to Coles, Woolworths, ALDI or IGA! To refer a friend to us, all you have to do is email us their name and email address here! You can also email us at contact@seniorsdiscountclub.com.au. Note: If you email us their name and email address without their permission, your entry to the competition will be removed.

As always, members, stay safe and happy reading!

- Jonathan, Vella, Sean, James, Sethia, April, Jarred, Ally & Maddie.