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Saturday Edition

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Rise and shine, members! It’s Saturday, and it's an honour to virtually join you this morning. How's your weekend unfolding so far? Let's just say mine (Vella) started with a bang. Well, more like a crash as a cabinet door fell on me while I was preparing for a morning stroll with my dad (Don't worry, I'm okay 😊). Luckily, my dad came to the rescue with his trusty toolkit and a hearty chuckle. Aren't dads just the best? But enough about me–it's time for a little chat. Do you have stories about your dads swooping in to save the day? Tell us here. Now, onto the answer to yesterday’s riddle:

I can sizzle like bacon, I am made with an egg. I have plenty of backbone but lack a good leg. I peel layers like onions, but still remain whole. I can be long like a flagpole yet fit in a hole. What am I?

And the answer is... a snake! Congratulations to everyone who managed to solve the riddle! Keep an eye out for your well-deserved shout-out at the end of this newsletter.

Next is our 'What Would the Grandkids Say?' segment. Today’s term is 'juice'. No, it's not a fruit drink. 'Juice' is used by kids today to describe someone that has influence or power in a situation. So if your grandkids say, ‘you've got the juice’, it means you’re influential or have the power to change things!

So, what's happening in Australia and around the world today?

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‘It shattered out of nowhere…’ A Kmart shopper has warned others after a kitchen item exploded in her hands. Do you have this item at home?
Yikes! Another Kmart shopper was left disgusted by the filthy state of the beauty section at her local store. 'What happened here?'
Coles is facing backlash after one of its drivers committed a controversial act that warranted a hefty $500 fine! ‘These people have no moral conscience…’
Speaking of drivers, one of Australia Post’s motorists was allegedly caught almost knocking another driver to the ground during a road rage incident. Should they be held liable?
Here's the deceiving detail supermarkets like Costco are allegedly using in their pre-packaged foods. Have you fallen for this before?
ALDI's new boss has revealed exciting details about the retail giant's future that will help customers save even more!
Is Coles bringing back an iconic ad? A video of Coles' staff has emerged, sparking rumours that the supermarket giant is reviving a controversial campaign after five years.
In related news, Coles has launched a new fleet of delivery vans with one standout feature to make their service more efficient while helping the environment.
Former The Block contestants have voiced strong opinions about recent changes to the show, claiming it's now 'a walk in the park'.
Police investigating the recent deadly mushroom poisoning case have made headway after potentially finding crucial evidence in a nearby tip. Could this be the key to finding the truth?
Qantas is in hot water again after a woman claimed she was overcharged by a staggering $6,000 while trying to use her travel credits. 'Fed up with their dirty little tricks.'
As Australia prepares for another summer of devastating bushfires, there may be hope on the horizon. Here are the conditions that could reduce the risk of bushfires this summer.
Funeral homes are also jumping on the price hike bandwagon, and member @mOiOz revealed the surprising yet hilarious reason in this side-splitting joke.
Member @Suzanne rose let us in on a delicious family-favourite dessert recipe that's sure to have you reaching for seconds.
Do you have what it takes to conquer our fun-filled SDC trivia game? Test your knowledge and see if you can get a perfect score.

Goodness, that segment went by quickly, didn’t it? Don’t worry; plenty more goodies are coming your way, including a hilarious joke, a stunning picture, our top deals for the day, and more! Oh, and I just want to say a huge thank you to our newest SDC Rewards members: ROZG, glennkidd, Dorinda, hooks1, bridhie, Lennies51, DasherD, Lillie, Macanme, minoguej1, Kloveu, Mal54 & Emelle! Have you checked out our weekly SDC Rewards competitions? Enter now for your chance to win a $50 Woolies, Coles or IGA voucher.

Before you scroll down, are you planning on applying to be a guest columnist or product tester? There’s still time but applications close tomorrow. We would specifically love to hear from any retired GPs who may be interested in using their expertise. You can apply here.

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As always, members: stay safe, and happy reading!

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

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A. Cynophobia

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Yesterday’s Australia

Old Hardware Shop

Image Credit: Member @Simon P.

Let’s take a trip down memory lane with this photo shared by member Simon P. It’s a photo of his grandfather’s cherished hardware store in Camden, NSW. Before the big hardware chains arrived, local businesses like this were the heart and soul of communities where you could buy a single bolt and receive free advice. Thank you, member Simon P. for sharing these photos with us. And if this photo brought you back to the good ol’ days, check out the other nostalgic photos he shared that’ll whisk you straight back in time. If you have other memories you’d like to share, post them on our Nostalgia/Yesterday’s Australia forum!

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12 August, 2023

Picture of the day

Seniors Discount Club

Image Source: Member @beefy1945

Evening Sunset at Bora Bora

Oh my goodness! How stunning is this photo shared by member @beefy1945? It’s the sunset over Bora Bora in Tahiti, captured in 2021. It had me fooled for a moment, thinking I'd stumbled upon a scene from a movie. I don’t know about you, but this picture is pulling me toward the beach. Thank you, member @beefy1945, for sharing! And if you have photos you'd like to share, don't hesitate to join the fun in our photography forum here!