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Wednesday Edition
Good morning members! It’s Wednesday again, which means we have some great stuff lined up for you today including our second riddle of the week, so make yourself comfortable, pour yourself a cuppa, and let’s get right into it.
First up, we have this week’s deals from Coles, Woolworths, Aldi, and IGA. There are some great offers this week, so be sure to check them out.
Next of course, we have your second riddle of the week! It’s a tricky one, so get those thinking caps on! Here it goes:
How can you take two from five and leave four?
Hmmm, this is a tough one! We’re stumped, so we’re going to need your help with this one. If you think you know the answer, head on over to our riddle masters thread here and submit it. Anyone who gets the correct answer will be rewarded with a shoutout in tomorrow’s newsletter! So good luck, ladies and gents!
Oh, and one more thing before we get into today's news, we just wanted to ask you a quick favour! For those who are unaware, we have a Facebook page called 'Seniors Discount Club - Bargains For Older Aussies'. Our Facebook reviews aren't great. As you can see, we only have 1.8 stars out of 5. But this seems to be because people are mistaking us for a comparison website, which we aren't! So, if you have the time and enjoy our daily newsletters and website, we would appreciate it if you could leave us a review on Facebook. It would be fantastic to increase our 'star count' so that we can better spread the word about our little community. Of course, there are no hard feelings if you prefer not to leave a review; please only leave one if you want to!
Now, what’s happening in Australia and around the world today?
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Attention members! An urgent product recall has been issued for a popular condiment sold at Woolworths over fears it could cause allergic reactions.
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This Woolworths shopper has slammed the supermarket giant after discovering his recent chicken buy was underweight, but Woolies claims there is a simple explanation.
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This creative mum has wowed social media users by sharing her incredible hack for sprucing up her humble Kmart toaster using an unusual item.
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Check out how this DIY pro used Bunnings items to transform an old towel into a vase that looks like on-trend decor.
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Shoppers are racing to get their hands on this $5.90 Bunnings item that banishes unwanted flies like magic.
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One mum has warned other parents about the dangers of party balloons after her son was left injured after an unfortunate mishap.
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Coles has rolled out customer shopping bags made from recycled ocean waste as part of their zero-waste initiative.
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Watch this viral video of a Woolworths employee being confronted by an amateur sleuth over stolen Apple AirPods.
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This mum-of-three revealed why her family stopped using toilet paper three years ago and the strange rule they have for guests as a result.
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LOOK: The Queen tours the Chelsea Flower Show in a golf buggy amid health concerns as the United Kingdom prepares to celebrate her seventh decade on the throne.
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Are you looking for a unique and delicious way to spice up your weeknight dinner routine? If so, then you need to try this Chicken & Chorizo Jambalaya recipe!
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And finally, a 17-year-old boy took his own life after a cybercriminal tricked him into sending a nude photo and then blackmailed him for
$5,000. Oh, members, this is heartbreaking.
And that’s a wrap of the news of today, ladies and gents! But we’re just getting started! Stay tuned for some more content below, including a hilarious joke from member @SirExton and a blast from the past photo in our ‘Yesterday’s Australia’ segment.
And don’t forget to enter our best joke competition! All you have to do is go to the competition thread and post your best joke for a chance to win a $100 voucher to Coles, Woolies, Aldi, or IGA!
Finally, a reminder to check out today’s OzWord, our “Last Two Letters” game, our Sudoku puzzles, our “A story by sentences” game, and more to train your quick-thinking skills.
And as always, members, stay safe and happy reading!
- Jonathan, Vella, Sean, James, Sethia & Maddie.
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Source: Shutterstock
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A. Jailhouse Rock
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B. Loving You
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C. Love Me Tender
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D. Flaming Star
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Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.
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Image source: Australia Remember When Fb Group
Remember when we used to chug the little bottle of school milk at lunch? Some days, the milk was unpleasantly warm because the milk crates had been left out in the sun for hours. But we had no choice but to drink it all so we could go play in the playground. Did you enjoy your school milk?
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If you have a deal you think other members would enjoy, please submit it here.
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Rivers Leather Look Biker Jacket $38.95 @ Millers
The Rivers Leather Look Biker Jacket is the perfect piece to add an edge to any outfit. This jacket features a cool biker-inspired design that will make you stand out from the crowd. It features two front zip pockets, buckle detail on the waist, and press stud detail on the collar. This jacket is perfect for pairing with your favourite jeans and ankle boots. Get this deal for $38.95, down from the original price of $89.99.
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Extension Clothes Rail $6 @ Kmart
Looking for a nifty way to add more hanging space to your wardrobe? Get your hands on Kmart’s Extension Clothes Rail! Simply pop one where it fits in your closet or in between two garment racks, and you’ve got yourself extra hanging space for coats, tops, and more. It’s on sale for $6 each today! What an absolute treat.
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Allgood Men’s Casual Lace Up Shoes - Off White $12.50 @ Big W
Looking for a new pair of casual shoes? Check out the Allgood Men’s Casual Lace Up Shoes! These shoes feature a retro silhouette and panelled design, perfect for everyday wear. The chunky, textured sole, lace-up fastening, and padded collar provide comfort and style. Plus, they’re only $12.50! Get in quick while stocks last.
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Image Source: Member @Loraine9
Pink Waratah
Today’s stunning photo is thanks to our new member @Loraine9. She posted this in our photography forum with the caption, “Thanks to my friend Cynthia Cameron for alerting me to this group & forum. I enjoy taking photos, especially of flowers, with my Sony A7r4 camera. This pink Waratah was on display at Blue Mountains Botanic Gardens, Mt. Tomah. NSW.”
Oh my goodness, this shot is just breathtaking! Welcome to the SDC community @Loraine9! We’re so glad to have you on board! Thank you for sharing this lovely photo with us.
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1720 The Ship “Le Grand St Antoine” reaches Marseille, bringing Europe’s last major plague outbreak that killed around 100,000 people.
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1868 Australian Aboriginal Cricket tour of England begins v Surrey Gentlemen.
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1977 The first Star Wars film is released. George Lucas' epic space opera is one of the most popular works in movie history.
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1979 American Airlines flight 191 crashes shortly after takeoff. The photo showing the lopsided DC-10 hurtling towards the ground at O'Hare International Airport in Chicago is one of the most horrifying images in aviation history. All 258 people on board died.
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2002 A China Airlines jumbo jet breaks apart in mid-air. The Boeing 747 aircraft crashed into the Taiwan Strait, leaving no survivors among the 225 people on board.
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When I was a young recruit in the army, I lost my 303 rifle.
I told my Sergeant Major, “Hey, Sarg, I have lost my 303 rifle!"
He replied, “That will cost you two thousand pounds, son!”
Hahaha, this one is hilarious! Thanks to member @SirExton for sharing this with us! Check out the rest of the joke here.
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On November 15, 1956, Love Me Tender, featuring the singer Elvis Presley in his big-screen debut, premiered in New York City at the Paramount Theater. Set in Texas following the American Civil War, the film, which co-starred Richard Egan and Debra Paget, featured Elvis as Clint Reno, the younger brother of a Confederate soldier.
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