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Good morning, members! Welcome to another wonderful Wednesday! Let me (Vella) start by saying thank you for starting your day with us. Today marks my third anniversary with the SDC, and I want you to know how much this little corner of the internet means to me. It’s been truly rewarding talking and laughing with all of you over the years. I also want to say a huge thank you and welcome to our newest SDC Rewards members! As an SDC Rewards member, you’re in the running to win our monthly $1000 Sweepstakes. Will you be the next lucky member to become $1000 richer overnight? Alrighty, let's dive into today's newsletter, starting with your Coles, Woolies, ALDI, and IGA deals. Next, your second riddle of the week.

I sleep during the day and fly at night, but I have no feathers to aid my flight. What am I?

Submit your answers in our Riddle Masters thread here. If you get it correct, you’ll get a shout-out tomorrow!

News and Finance

There's a looming change on the superannuation, and here's how it could affect you.
Your health cover could cost just $3.39/day. Here’s how*.
You can now receive your Medicare and Centrelink claims faster thanks to this bold move.
Beware of this little-known parking mistake that could cost you a $320 fine!
Watch out for this ruthless scam that cost member @BeautifulMousey $900!
A family’s dream of buying a home turned into a $500,000 nightmare scam!
A pensioner has shelled out a whopping $137,000 in a feud with a neighbour over a WHAT?!
Turn clutter into cash with Dr Al’s guide to making money from old stuff!
Could THIS be the key to unlocking a more comfortable retirement for Aussie seniors?
Protect your benefits. Sign our petitions TODAY!

Food and Lifestyle

SDC members are scoring FREE food here—join the excitement NOW!
Woolworths has announced a major change following backlash over this checkout detail.
Woolworths shoppers are also up in arms over this popular $36 buy. ‘What a waste…’
ALDI’s new $10.99 food item had shoppers grimacing—but some insist it’s worth it. Dare to taste it?
Meanwhile, ALDI shoppers were devastated after a $2.80 cult favourite vanished from shelves.
Is this $10 Kmart bathroom item a steal or just plain ‘rubbish’?
SDC Rewards: The NY Times' '100 Best Books of the 21st Century' list caused a stir. Have you read them?
Craving something easy but delicious? Member @Suzanne rose has the perfect recipe for you!

Entertainment

An Aussie TV host has shocked the world with a brutal swipe at French people, calling them 'rude'.
Prepare to giggle! Here’s how cute puppies were born, according to member @Cheb's joke!
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Which country was Sapporo beer first brewed in?

Image Source: Pinterest

A. China

B. Japan

C. South Korea

D. Thailand

Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.

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Port Macquarie

Image Source: Lori Dickson / Facebook

Who remembers the charm of Port Macquarie back in 1984? It was a coastal haven with a laid-back atmosphere. Times have changed, but the magic of those days lives on. Do you have photos of Australia from back in the day? Share them here.

Let's Save - Deals of the day

20% Off The Perfect Pair @ Mister Jones Health*

Use code BETTERHEALTH for 20% off Mister Jones’ 100% Australian-made bestsellers*.

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2-Tier Organiser $15.89 @ Amazon*

Say goodbye to a cluttered home*.

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Footbed Sandals $12 @ Kmart

Your new go-to sandals!

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

Picture of the Day

Image Source: Member @Algieboy

1927 Dodge 'Ragtop'

Check out this classic 1927 Dodge 'Ragtop'. Imagine cruising down a sunny highway with the wind in your hair in this vintage ride. Thanks, member @Algieboy, for this awesome throwback! Members, we'd like to see yours here, too!

Fun & Games

Explore all the SDC games and challenges here!

7 August

On this day in History

1943Australian singer Lana Cantrell was born.

1971Apollo 15 returned to Earth.

2018Australia's population hit 25 million.

(Grand)Dad joke of the day

Member @Skipton’s joke about a cheeky grandkid will crack you up!

Today's trivia answer:

Sapporo is Japan’s oldest beer brand, first brewed in Sapporo, Hokkaido.

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