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Good morning

Good morning, and a festive Friday to you all! Can you believe Christmas is just around the corner? I (Vella) and the SDC team understand that sometimes, the festive season isn't all sunshine and rainbows, and that's okay. If you need a virtual shoulder to lean on, our forum is wide open. We’ve got countless lovely members who are more than happy to make a friend! Don't forget we also have an article on surviving the silly season written by retired psychologist and member @Joy Straw. And for those moments when words might not be enough, remember that there are mental health helplines available. May your Christmas be filled with peace, love, and happiness! Now, let's unveil the final riddle of the week:

I’m full of holes but strong as steel. What am I?

Ooh, that's a tricky one! If you know the answer, head over to the Riddle Masters thread here. If you get it correct, you’ll find a shout-out in tomorrow’s newsletter.

News and Finance

BIG W is slashing 25% off cult-favourite appliances for its HUGE Boxing Day sale. Here’s what’s on offer.
That’s not all! Coles is also holding a 50% off sale across ALL its departments. Don’t miss out!
Thanks to you, we’ll be donating close to $1000 in our charity event! Can you help us choose a charity?
Beat the petrol price hike! Here’s where to get it the cheapest, according to experts.
A cruel text scam is targeting Aussies nationwide. What should you do if you fall victim to it?
Certain states and territories will implement double demerit points during the holidays. Is yours included?
If you haven’t compared car insurance in the last 6 months, you could be overpaying. Compare now.
Airbnb was slapped with a $15 million fine for alleged deception.
What if you could get $500 off your dream cruise? Well you can, for a limited time only!

Health, Food, and Lifestyle

Shoppers are racing to Kmart for this ‘perfect’ $12 dupe of high-end dinnerware worth up to $300!
These $1.90 Woolies and $2.15 ALDI cleaning buys outranked their expensive counterparts.
‘I was horrified!’ You’ll never believe what this David Jones customer found in one of its stores.
Tired of car-related headaches? Discover a budget-friendly solution that tackles your car woes.
Aussies could be the first in the world to get the 2024 coins featuring King Charles!
Unlock the secrets to meaningful connections thanks to retired psychologist and member @Joy Straw.
Stuck on Christmas dessert ideas? Here's an easy treat shared by member @Babybird!

Entertainment

Aussies are loving a beloved Jurrasic Park actor’s venture, which involves filming Down Under!
Is there any truth to rumours about Chris Hemsworth’s marriage ending?
SDC Rewards: Drumroll, please! The winner of this year's final exclusive competition is…
Member @mOiOz has decoded the four stages of Christmas, and trust us, they're ho-ho-ho-larious!
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Today's Trivia

What Australian Christmas tradition began in Melbourne in 1938?

Image source: Unsplash

A	Christmas barbecue

B	Carol competition

C	Carols by candlelight

D	Decorating gum trees

Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.

Yesterday's Australia

Humphrey B. Bear

Image source: petersmilkbar

Today’s memory shared by member @SeniorSnoopy will tug at your heartstrings. ‘My mum passed away in April 1975 when I was just 14. Her last Christmas present was a large Humphrey B. Bear that I had seen at our local newsagents. She saw my face when I saw it and put money down on it that day to make sure I got it for Christmas. I was so excited on Christmas morning...’ Aww! Reading this brought tears to my eyes. A mother’s love truly knows no bounds! Do you have cherished memories you'd like to share, too? Feel free to drop them right here in the forum.

Let's Save

Today's deals of the day

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Picture of the Day

22 December, 2023

Image Source: Member @Marcy1

Hinchinbrook lookout FNQ

How gorgeous is this photo of the Hinchinbrook lookout shared by member @Marcy1? I wish I could magically pop over there and soak in that stunning view. Thanks for sharing, member @Marcy1! Members, we’d be thrilled to see the beautiful moments you’ve captured as well. Post them on our forum here!

Fun & Games

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

22 December

On this day in History

1951	Australia cricket all out 82 v West Indies at Adelaide.

2006	Australian archaeologist Sue O'Connor found the first evidence of modern humans.

2018	Tsunami hit Indonesia's Sunda Strait, killing over 400.

Jokes

(Grand)Dad joke of the day

Two crows were in a field… Read the rest of member @Skipton's joke here.

Today's trivia answer:

Carols by Candlelight has been an annual Australian Christmas tradition since 1938, devised by radio announcer Norman Banks.

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