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Monday Edition
Indeed it is the beginning of yet another week! We love our Mondays here at the SDC because you know what Monday means? We get to challenge you lot with another riddle. This one we will admit is a tough one to start the week off with, so let’s hope you had a well rested weekend, because you’re going to need that brain power today. Here we go:
An archaeologist discovers two ancient humans frozen in ice. He knew immediately that they were Adam and Eve. How did he know?
Okay so I (Maddie), will be the first to admit that when member Michael K. sent this riddle in I attempted to answer it and well, let’s just say the answer is not ‘because there was an apple frozen with them’. So take that as my free hint to you, you can rule out that answer. As always, if you think you know the answer, post it in our forum here. Good luck, ladies and gents!
Now, what’s happening across Australia and around the world today?
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“Harry may soon be stripped of his position as Counsellor of State.” According to reports, Lady Louise Windsor is tipped to 'replace' Prince Harry after her upcoming 18th birthday.
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“I am in shock with these Kmart fridge containers.” Check out this Kmart hack that keeps herbs fresh for up to six weeks.
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Are you on salads and sides this Christmas? Because I am (Maddie)! And I’ve found this article that will help us outshine any main dish with these top 50 fresh salads and sides to brighten the Christmas table.
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“She was a mother of five.” A Gold Coast Woman who was searching for her missing sister stopped to help an injured motorist without realising the drugged-up driver had just hit and killed her sister before dragging her body 60 metres down the road.
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"OMG thanks so much for sharing." A woman’s 10-minute air fryer cupcake hack has stunned the internet and the cupcakes look sensational.
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A series of beautiful and historically-important jewels previously belonging to royal families are set to hit the auction market next week.
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Bert Newton's state funeral details have been released with it set to be held at St Patrick’s Cathedral, East Melbourne on Friday 12 November (This coming Friday).
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Sonia Kruger has revealed that she was drowning in debt, partying too hard and was stuck in an unhappy marriage before she turned her life around at age 40, and wants everyone to know it’s never too late.
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"That's a nice flowy skirt." An aussie stylist has created a gorgeous, summer-bargain look using items from Kmart, for only $60.
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Aldi has teased its iconic Christmas ad which features an all-new animated banana character called Ebanana Scrooge. It made us laugh, and we guarantee you it will make you laugh too. Watch it here.
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We gave you Aldi’s $60 Christmas menus on Saturday and it looks like Woolies wants to get involved because they have released their three-course Christmas menu for under $80!
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Studies have found that older women who eat alone could face increased incidence of heart disease: Here’s what you need to look out for.
A fair bit for your Monday, eh? But don’t worry, there’s plenty more where that came from! We recommend checking out today’s main stories and also our (Grand)dad joke of the day, it’s a goodie!
Happy reading!
- Jonathan, Vella & Maddie.
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Source: Shutterstock
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B. 1983
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C. 1981
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Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.
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Source: The Australia I Remember FB Group
Who here agrees? There’s nothing quite like listening to a song from your childhood and being transported back in time like nothing at all has changed.
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Image source: YourLifeChoices
The practice of supermarkets selling prescription medication is becoming more common around the world, but the concept is banned in Australia. However, Australia’s leading doctors’ group, the Australian Medical Association (AMA), wants to change that situation and has also floated the idea of vending machines selling prescription medication in GP clinics (it’s about time).
In a discussion paper titled the Future of Dispensing, which the AMA released last Monday, the body called for careful consideration to be given to the strict ownership rules for pharmacies, saying increased competition could bring prices down for patients. As someone (Maddie), who is on prescription medication, I can certainly vouch for this, knowing this would make my life a whole lot easier. But what do you think of it?
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Compare Health Cover Now
Health insurance rates have gone up. Again. That’s two increases in 12 months, or an average of $230.26 more to pay every year for hard working Aussie families.
But what few people 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 & extras policy comes in at under $23 / week (or $3.22 per day) once the rebate has been claimed.
Select your year of birth to see if you're eligible for the latest government rebates to get health insurance from under $23 a week.
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Image Source: Choice
This isn’t our normal main story, we know! But we wanted to put it in because we had no idea of the health impacts of not cleaning your dishwasher properly. Choice, who is the same company who released the ‘Shonky Awards’ for the worst Aussie products of 2021 last week, has come out with a fantastic piece on how to clean and maintain your dishwasher.
According to Choice, your dishwasher will not last longer than 10 years if you don't take the time for a few minutes of maintenance.From removing odours and mould (yes! Your dishwasher could be filled with mould without you knowing) to general maintenance, here are our best tips to help you keep your dishwasher running trouble free.
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Image Source: YourLifeChoices
As Jill Green approached her late fifties, she was looking forward to retirement, with a chance to slow down and travel. Instead, for the last four years, she has been raising six grandchildren aged 4 to 13 on her own in Newcastle, NSW. “Sometimes I just want to cry, sit down, and just think … I can’t do this anymore,” she said. “But then I look into their faces and just think, nah, I’ll get over this in a minute.”
Jill is an informal kinship carer. These are family members – grandparents, aunts, uncles, even siblings – who look after children who cannot live with their parents, but are not in formal Out of Home Care (OOHC) like foster care. Unfortunately, the distinction between formal and informal kinship care has huge consequences when it comes to financial support and it’s time this financial gap closes and allowance is provided.
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If you have a deal you think other members would enjoy, please submit it here.
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Bellini Stainless Steel Kettle $19 @ Target
A stylish addition to any kitchen, the Bellini stainless steel features a stainless steel design. It boasts a 1.7L capacity and will allow you to prepare boiling water for tea, coffee and hot chocolate in no time!
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Desert Lime Face Mask $2 @ Kmart
This face mask contains nourishing desert lime to repair and revitalise your skin. It’s the perfect self care addition to your skin care routine!
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Brooklyn 3 Shelf Hanging Storage $10 @ Target
The Brooklyn collapsible 3 shelf storage is designed to hang in your wardrobe, so you can neatly organise your clothes and accessories. Get this great little organisational piece for only $10 from Target.
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Source: Member Ron
Dingy Swallowtail
Another incredible photograph submitted by member Ron! Ron captioned the photo with "One of our beautiful butterflies...This girl is about to lay her eggs on the new growth on our lemon tree."
How cool is that? If you have any photos you'd like to share with us, please submit them in our forum here!
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1907 In a landmark decision for Australia, the Court of Conciliation and Arbitration rules that the Sunshine Harvester Work must pay 'fair and reasonable wages'
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1945 Tony Mann, Australian cricket leggie (1977 century as nightwatchman v India), born in Middle Swan, Western Australia
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1947 Bradman scores his 99th 1st-class cricket century, 100 South Australia v Victoria
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1965 Vietnam War: US, Australian and New Zealand forces launch Operation Hump, a search-and-destroy operation near Bien Hoa in South Vietnam
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1974 British peer the Earl of Lucan disappears and is never seen again after his nanny is found murdered in London
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2016 Republican Donald Trump is elected President of the United States of America, defeating democrat Hillary Clinton, who received 2.9 million more votes.
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Salvage Hunters on 9Rush
Drew Pritchard runs a decorative salvage yard and is constantly looking for new stock.
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Walking on Sunshine on World Movies
A bride is unaware that her fiancé and sister were once deeply in love.
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Red on 7Flix
When a former CIA agent living a quiet life alone has his identity compromised, he reassembles his old team to expose one of the biggest cover-ups in government history. (2010)
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An Aussie walks into the bar the other night wearing only one thong...
One patron asks him, “What happened mate, did you lose a thong?”
The guy replies “nah mate I found one.”
Another great joke from member Dennis R!
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Carols in the Domain is an annual Australian Christmas concert event held in the Domain Gardens in Sydney. It began in 1983, and features many national and international performers and guest appearances. It is broadcast around Australia on the Seven Network and simulcast on Smooth FM.
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