Reaching 300,000 of Australia's Wise and Wonderful Every Day

Tuesday Edition | AM

Good morning

Rise and shine, beautiful people! The sun is up, and so am I (Athena)! 🌞 How have you been? I hope you’re feeling well-rested. Now, some of you might have an overcast sky today, but worry not! We’re here to bring some sunshine to your inbox. Why don’t we start by revealing the answer to yesterday’s riddle?

You have 10 fish; 5 drowned, and 3 came back to life. How many fish do you have?

And the answer is… 10 fish! Bravo to those who got it correct; we have a shout-out waiting for you below!

News and Finance

Struggling with bills? Discover how everyday Australians save $400 a month with these simple tips.
There’s an easy way for you to save on their energy bills and it’s by doing this*.
Sources have revealed that the Prince and Princess of Wales are enduring a private battle.
As winter approaches, Australians are being warned to take measures against this ‘silent killer’.
Chilling new details have emerged about the teen behind the Bunnings carpark stabbing incident.
The personal data of countless Australians are being sold on the dark web after a major cyber attack.
Scammers posing as an ex-Sunrise host have swindled over a million dollars from unsuspecting victims.
Check your wallet! A man has received an unexpected windfall after selling this rare coin for $2,000.

Food and Lifestyle

Mother’s Day is just around the corner! Here’s how you can make it special.
Calls for a nationwide boycott of Coles and Woolies have been made in response to this concerning trend.
Numerous shoppers have received this ‘confusing’ text from ‘Coles’. Are you one of them?
Do you want to learn about shortcut keys? Member @RichParkin shared some tips here!
A Woolworths worker’s act of kindness towards a struggling mum at the checkout goes viral.
Shoppers are raving about this $3 buy from ALDI, calling it an 'absolute game-changer' for quick meals.
Have you tried this new $3.79 treat from ALDI? How about the new twist on this iconic Woolies dessert?
Take your dessert game up a notch with this recipe shared by member @Penny4.

Entertainment

Member @Observer’s amusing joke is a great reminder that some secrets are best kept hidden.
SDC Rewards Exclusive: Got a sharp eye? You’ll love this week’s exclusive competition! Don’t forget to check here to see if you won last week. 😉
Our May competition is in full swing! Keep an eye out for the clues in our morning newsletters!
Have you played the new SDC Connections?
We also have Word Association, Crossword, Bingo, 3x3 Words, Word Explorers, Solitaire, and Trivia!

Download our app!

Today’s bingo numbers

Win a $50 Coles or Woolworths gift card!

Today's Trivia

What cosmetic brand gets its name from the Latin for ‘snow-white’?

Image Source: Unsplash

L'Oréal

Mac

Olay

Nivea

Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.

Yesterday's Australia

Plasticine

Image Source: Memory Lane - Growing up in Australia/Facebook

Before Playdough, there was Plasticine—the staple that sculpted Aussie kids’ imaginations! Do you remember the satisfying squish as you kneaded it between your fingers or the scent that wafted up as you opened a fresh pack? Share your memories here.

Let's Save

Today's deals of the day

Mother's Day Sale @ Emma Sleep*

Spoil the incredible women in your life for less*!

VIEW DEAL*

Magnetic Measuring Spoons Set $22.51 @ Amazon*

Say hello to culinary precision*.

VIEW DEAL*

Womens Slip On Sneaker $15 @ Target

Slip into comfort and style everyday!

VIEW DEAL

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

Picture of the Day

7 May, 2024

Image Source: Member @Marcy1

Tree fern unfurls

How fascinating is this photo shared by member @Marcy1? We’re witnessing nature's own masterpiece unfolding before our eyes. It's as if it’s urging us to embrace change and allow ourselves to bloom. Do you have nature pics you love? Share them here.

Fun & Games

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

7 May

On this day in History

1824	Ludwig van Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 premiered.

1946	Sony Corporation was founded.

1994	Edvard Munch’s The Scream was recovered after theft.

Jokes

(Grand)Dad joke of the day

This joke from member @Skipton will brighten your day!

Today's trivia answer:

NIVEA is from the Latin word ‘niveus’, which translates to ‘snow white’.

Riddle Masters: Congratulations to those who got it correct! Click here for your shout-out!

Want to change your email preferences? Click here.

No information we provide constitutes financial advice. The SDC is a free resource, supported by advertising. If you see an asterisk (*) next to one of our links, it means we have a commercial relationship with that business. The SDC is not affiliated with any State and Territory governments. If you are looking for the official Seniors card programs, please see our guides here.