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Hey, hey, it’s Saturday! Gosh, is there anything better than waking up on a Saturday morning? I, Vella, don’t think so! Do you have any exciting plans today? As much as I would love to conquer this weekend, my cosy bed is urging me not to leave, especially now that it’s colder than ever. So, I’ll be enjoying blissful moments of slumber, getting lost in a captivating book, and savouring bowls of soup. But enough chit-chat! Let’s reveal the answer to yesterday’s riddle:

Three men are sitting in a small motorboat one kilometre from the shoreline. The first is afraid of water, the second is scared of drowning, and the third is afraid of sharks. The boat’s motor is broken, and there is nothing to row with. How do they get to the shoreline?

And the answer is... get out and walk because the boat is not in the water; it's one kilometre from the shoreline! We hope you all had fun solving this one. If you got the answer correct, you’ll find a shout-out further down in this newsletter.

Now, let’s move on to our next segment! Today in ‘What Would the Grandkids Say’, we are taking a look at the term 'BBG'. BBG is an acronym for baby girl and is often used by kids today as a term of endearment or to refer to a close female friend or romantic partner. So, if you hear your grandkids using this term, you'll know they're referring to someone they care about dearly!

So, what’s happening across Australia and around the world today?

• Beware! A new scam is tricking older Aussies into handing over large sums of money whhile in their own homes. Don't be fooled! Here's what you need to know.
• LOOK: Your favourite Aussie spread just got a nostalgic makeover in honour of a very special occasion. Will you be buying a jar?
• Run, don't walk! Arnott's has just unveiled their newest flavour combinations for their beloved Shapes range, and they're mouth-watering. Which flavour will you try first?
• This shopper saved $75 on their Officeworks purchase—thanks to a little-known detail you might not notice on your receipt. The best thing? You could use it in other stores too!
• This beloved $69.99 laundry buy from ALDI that flew off shelves last year is back, but shoppers are snapping it up for an entirely different reason. ‘This is such a good idea!’
• Bunnings has launched a new security measure involving shoppers' cars, and it's raising eyebrows. 'What’s the issue?'
• Do you love shopping at Kmart? This shopper says you should always shop at this time on a Sunday, and here's why.
• IKEA is set to make a MAJOR SHIFT to its menus across Australia. What's in store, and how will it affect your dining experience?
• Millions of Australians now face soaring power bills, with energy prices jumping by almost 50%. What is the government planning to do about it?
• Have you booked a flight with this new low-cost airline? You may want to double-check your itinerary, as it's cutting routes. Here are what they’re axeing and what passengers can expect.
• A Qantas passenger's recent ordeal with damaged luggage has exposed a little-known airline rule. Did you know about this?
• Underbelly star Vince Colosimo has been granted 'mercy' after racking up an astonishing $61,000 in unpaid fines. Are celebrities exempt from the law?
• Where can you find women who scream loudly in bed? Member @Skipton knows and it's a rather unexpected location.
• Taste the Mediterranean in every heavenly bite with member @Suzanne rose’s mouth-watering dessert recipe.
• Calling all trivia enthusiasts! Get ready to put your knowledge to the ultimate test with the exciting SDC trivia game.

And that, members, is a wrap of this morning's stories! If you had a blast reading these, I highly recommend you check out what else we have in store for you, like a hilarious joke from member @Skipton, a fascinating photo of the day, some fantastic deals, and more! Of course, don’t forget to play our SDC Bingo today for your chance to win a $50 voucher to Coles or Woolworths! Oh, and just a quick update. We had a little bug yesterday, causing more than three numbers to be revealed at once, leading to a round reset. But rest assured; we still honoured the winner, member @GrahamJ. Congratulations!

Before we move on: dental, optical, and physio cover from under $9 per week? You could be eligible for latest government rebates which assist in getting cover from just $1.15* per day. Talk to an advisor now and find out if you're eligible and discover how much you could be saving.*

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As always, members: stay safe, and happy reading!

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