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Sunday Edition
Happy Easter Sunday, dear members! We at the SDC hope you’ve been enjoying your long weekend so far, whether it’s with family and friends or with a few books and some peace and quiet. I (Jarred) told you earlier that I didn’t have anything planned for today and will be resting and relaxing, but I had a lovely surprise on Friday: my sister and niece came over and said they’d love to spend the weekend with me! While I love peacefulness and would go for it nine times out of ten, I’d drop everything for them (but maybe not my phone? Haha!). My sister would always joke about how her little one has me wrapped around her tiny finger. Well, dear members, I regret nothing! Pretty soon, my niece will be off doing grown-up things, and so, I’m savouring every chance I get to spend time with her.
Speaking of appreciating the simple joys of life, here’s this week’s Sunday quote, sent in by dear member Dennis R.:
‘Every day is a good day if you are here to see it.’
It’s quite refreshing to recognise the often underrated joy of waking up daily and having another 24 hours to take in all that the world has to offer — and that’s talking about the bad too, admittedly, but most especially the good. Things like seeing a toddler happy when you hand her a lolly, an unexpected smile from a kind stranger, or even just the smell of a nice, hot cup of coffee to start the day makes life all the more pleasurable. So, from your SDC family to you: we’re glad you’re here with us!
I’d also like to bring your attention to our new Members Helping Members forum, where everyone can help each other even in the smallest of ways. We’ve been so elated and touched by the activity we’ve been seeing so far, including some members wanting to chat face-to-face or even cook for others out of the kindness of their hearts. We’re truly seeing the SDC spirit in action!
Now, let’s look at what happened across Australia and around the world this week:
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YOUR SAY SUNDAY: Another light and delightful one for you this weekend, folks! Ah, the timeless Aussie Easter delight… What was your favourite Royal Easter Show Bag? We want to hear from YOU.
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This week, Coles, Woolworths, ALDI, and IGA gave us some amazing deals, including Cadbury Multipacks for $4.75 each, an Oral-B Vitality Electric Toothbrush for $22.50, and some seafood. You
can still get these deals today!
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ATTENTION, MEMBERS! Centrelink announced major upcoming payment and reporting date changes during Easter.
Here’s everything you need to know.
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RECALL ALERT: There’s been a few this week, members. Woolworths recalled hot cross buns due to fears of contamination, they also recalled a supermarket staple over potentially fatal allergic reactions. What's more, we saw another dangerous recall affecting over 7,000 cars nationwide. So, don’t miss these, members!
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One of the brains behind ‘A Whiter Shade of Pale’ and John Farnham’s smash hit ‘You’re the Voice’ passed away at the age of 76. Revisit the life and legacy of this icon here.
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A ‘70s actress who played a beloved character on M*A*S*H passed away aged 84: ‘We will always have the beauty of her memory.’
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Kmart was criticised for making a change some have called ‘the DUMBEST’. Are shoppers overreacting, or is this new scheme really just ridiculous?
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An increasingly common grocery find irked one ALDI customer who noticed it in a pack of frozen fish, and it might be something you’ve experienced too!
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‘It’s just before six o’clock at night… And as usual…’ A shopper at Coles let the retail giant know he wasn’t pleased with something YOU might be
all too familiar with. What could have left this shopper outraged?
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A recent report revealed that a popular grocery buy beat even Macca’s chips when it comes to saltiness — and it’s something you probably have in
your pantry!
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Bunnings said it was slowly phasing out a controversial line of products notorious for causing ‘horrific pain and suffering’. Are you on board with this change?
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A $19 Kmart buy made waves this week after many shoppers hailed it ‘the solution’ for their back pains and seating woes: ‘Well, I’m sold!’
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Everyone knows lobsters are delicious and don’t come cheap. That’s why one shopper was the talk of the town when she scored the seafood delights for just $6 at Coles. Just how did she get such a deal?
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Seafood is a must-have when it comes to Easter, and boy, do we have a recipe guaranteed to hit the right spot amid the chill of autumn. Will you give this a try?
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And lastly… Do you know why men ‘shouldn’t write advice columns’? This funny joke from member @Skipton explains the reason!
Hooray! Thank you so much for making it to this point of the newsletter. Now, before you head off, we have a lot more prepared for you, so scroll down for more, including a joke from member @Luckyus, an absolutely stunning ‘Picture of the Day’ from member @Kevw, deals handpicked just for you, and a trivia question sure to get the ol’ noggin working!
Also, don't forget to try comparing your broadband prices and plans to find one that is better suited to your needs*! You can compare and save on your internet here*.
Are you in the mood for games? We have just the thing for you: SDC Bingo! Today's numbers are O71, B2, and G53
(sorry, we made a bit of an error with yesterday's numbers). Remember, you need an account on the forum to join, so if you don't have one already, register here!
We also have 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 Ozword (expert edition). And our card games, including Solitaire and Blackjack.
And as always, members, stay safe and happy reading!
- Jonathan, Vella, Sean, James, Sethia, April, Jarred, Ally & Maddie.
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Image source: Unsplash
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Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.
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Image Credit: YouTube/Umbrella Entertainment
Easter is a time many spend with loved ones, and this forum post by member @LaniK captures the yearning for family while growing up as a child in the ‘50s. ‘I do not have a bad memory of my childhood… I would not change a thing,’ they said, remembering a time when there was much respect for parents and children were safe and free to play in the streets. Member @LaniK also shared their most treasured memory from childhood, and it’s one I think most, if not all, of you would relate to. I’d say it here, but that would take away from their
lovely memory shared on the forum. Do you miss life as a carefree child, and would you change anything about it, given the chance? Tell us your thoughts here. If you have other images or musings about the past, please feel free to post on our Yesterday’s Australia forum and remember the good ol’ days.
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If you have a deal you think other members would enjoy, please submit it here.
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Folding Walking Stick with LED Light $26.45 @ Amazon*
Make navigating the darkness easier and safer with the Folding Walking Stick with an LED Light from Amazon*. This compact walking stick can be quickly folded for easy storing, and with six adjustable LED Lights giving off a bright light, you can find your way in the dark, no matter where you are. Plus, with five height levels ranging from 84 to 96cm, you can customise it to fit you perfectly. Get yours today for only $26.45 from Amazon*!
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MasBekTe Women's Teddy Bear Coat Fleece Jacket $27.81 @ Catch
Look stylish and stay warm this winter with the MasBekTe Women’s Teddy Bear Coat Fleece Jacket from Catch. This stylish coat is crafted from high-quality flannelette fabric that is soft, smooth, and warm enough to keep you cosy in the cooler months. It has a classic high neck and zipper pullover design with a clean hem that provides a stylish and modern look. Plus, it uses faux fur, so you can get a fashionable look without harming any animals. Get one today for just $27.81 from Catch.
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Brilliant Basics Men's Padded Jacket - Black $25 @ BIG W
Keep your look on point with this Brilliant Basics Men's Padded Jacket. This padded construction will provide you with the ultimate comfort and warmth, and it features a zip fastening to the front, a high neckline, and long sleeves. It also has two pockets for convenience and is constructed from polyester, making it machine washable. Get one today from BIG W for just $25!
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Image Source: Member @Kevw
Silver Eyes in the Kangaroo Apple Tree
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1483 Edward V (aged 12) succeeded his father, Edward IV, as king of England. He is never crowned and disappears, presumed murdered, after incarceration in the Tower of London with his younger brother Richard (the ‘Princes in the Tower’).
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1768 In the USA, John Hancock refuses to allow two British customs agents to go below the deck of his ship. This is considered by some to be the first act of physical resistance to British authority in the colonies.
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2003 Baghdad fell to U.S. forces, ending the Invasion of Iraq, but resulting in widespread looting.
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2012 The Lion King becomes highest grossing Broadway show after overtaking The Phantom of the Opera.
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2021 Prince Philip, the longest-serving consort in British history, died aged 99.
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A retired Bank Manager takes his wife to the local town to buy a new coat and hat.
The sun is shining, the birds are singing and they have a lovely drive…
This joke from member @Luckyus is the kind a cheeky uncle tells you at family gatherings, haha! Be warned, though, it’s got some rude bits, so proceed with caution! Click here for the rest of the joke.
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Polyglots are people who know and speak several languages. Queen Elizabeth I, for example, was said to have spoken English, Greek, Latin, French, and Italian.
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