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Good morning, members, and welcome to our favourite day of the week - Friday! Can you believe another week has come and gone already? Time sure does fly when you’re having fun – or busy as a bee like we are here at the SDC headquarters. We hope your week was a good mix of productivity and relaxation. As for me (Vella), I have a confession to make. I wasn’t able to clean my room (maybe it can wait until this weekend), but hey, I did manage to finally buy some things I needed (or at least convinced myself that I did). Shopping may not be considered a monumental achievement for many, but those items were just sitting for so long in my shopping cart, you know?

Let’s shift gears for a moment. I decided I wanted to kick off this morning with a sense of nostalgia, so I dove into all your stories in our ‘What’s a childhood memory that got you into big trouble with your parents?’ thread, and oh my goodness, they were absolutely hilarious! It seems many of us received a proper smacking back in the day. Well, to be fair, we were all good little boys and girls; we were just bored, as our dear member @Hussky boy pointed out. Thank you all for sharing those hilarious memories and putting smiles on our faces.

Now, let’s dive straight into today’s newsletter. Here’s our third and final riddle for the week:

I dig out tiny caves and store gold and silver in them. I also build bridges of silver and make crowns of gold. They are the smallest you could imagine. Sooner or later, everybody needs my help, yet many people are afraid to let me help them. Who am I?

Oh, this one is a classic! I wonder how many of you will get it correct? Give it a go and see if you can solve it. If you think you know the answer, head over to our riddle masters thread here. If you're correct, you'll get a special shout-out in tomorrow's newsletter, which is a pretty neat reward, don't you think?

Now, let's see what's happening in Australia and around the globe today.

• MASSIVE GIVEAWAY: Woolworths is giving away 49 million rewards points and $3,000 home appliance packages as part of a huge promotion. Here’s how to get your hands on these amazing prizes.
• This is not a drill! Krispy Kreme, is bringing four fan-favourite doughnuts back due to the overwhelming demand from fans. But you have to be quick!
• Calling all silver foxes! ‘Will you accept this rose?’ A new dating show is set to feature seniors searching for love. But can you apply?
• 'Why don’t you get a job?’ Breakfast host Ben Fordham slammed an unemployed graphic designer for calling the $2.85 increase in his Centrelink payment ‘absolutely nothing’. 'Whose side are you on?'
• A popular airline has announced a MAJOR CHANGE for Aussie travellers that could impact your future travel plans. 
• Speaking of travel plans, are you planning a trip to Bali? Make sure to be on your best behaviour as the Indonesian authorities crack down on disrespectful tourists - misbehave, and you could be deported!
• Tired of spilling drinks due to the fizz? Here's how to pour your favourite soft drink without making a mess or waiting for the fizz to settle! Did you know about this tip?
• Popular radio host Kyle Sandilands has stunned his co-host after revealing the jaw-dropping list of gifts his A-list friends bought him for his lavish wedding, totalling $130,000! You won't believe what they got him.
• Looking for a hassle-free way to clean dishes on your next trip? Check out this sponge trick, perfect for cruises, camping, and more.
• Woolworths has launched a series of limited-edition $2 coins featuring unique illustrations of an iconic Aussie brand. But are they worth collecting?
• If you have a pet, you'll understand the cost associated with them. But with the rising cost of living, Aussies are now spending an average of $609 per year on their furry friends, according to new research.
• ‘The struggle is real.’ A former Home and Away star shared a hilarious moment with her daughter on Mother's Day, which sparked a huge response from celebs and fans alike. Can you relate?
• Get ready for some laughter-induced ab workouts because member @Skipton has delivered a joke that will leave you in stitches! It’s a hilarious take on the outrageous prices we encounter these days.
• Finally, as winter whispers its chilly arrival, we have the perfect recipe to keep you cosy and nourished during those frosty days.

Thank you for reaching the end of this morning's stories, members! We hope you enjoyed them. We still have plenty of content coming your way, though, including a fond childhood memory in our 'Yesterday's Australia' segment, an adorable 'Picture of the day' from member @Veronica McDonald, and a cheeky joke from member @Luckyus that will have you rolling in laughter.

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Don't forget to download our app from Apple’s App Store or Google’s Play Store. With our app, you can experience all the wonders of Seniors Discount Club right in the palm of your hand. Just a reminder, downloading our app is entirely optional and won’t replace our trusty desktop version if that is what you prefer! 

Oh, and be sure to enter this month’s competition! Post a riddle that hasn’t already been posted in our Jokes, fun and games forum for your chance to win a $100 voucher to either Coles, Woolworths, ALDI or IGA. The member with the best riddle will be announced in mid-June! So get riddle-ing, members!

As always, members, stay safe and happy reading!

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