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Thursday Edition
Good morning, members, and welcome to another lovely Thursday. How are you all doing this morning? We hope you are all well and enjoying your day so far. I (Vella) am currently enjoying a lovely cuppa, as I do most mornings. I love starting my day off with a hot cuppa and some biscuits. It just feels so comforting, you know? What about you, members? What’s your favourite way to start off your day?
Anyway, enough about me and my cuppa. Here at the SDC, we’re always looking for new and interesting things to share with all of you, and we think you will love today’s lineup. So without further ado, let’s get started, shall we?
First things first, it’s time to give you all the answer to yesterday’s tricky riddle. For those of you who don’t remember, the riddle goes:
What has wheels and flies but is not an aircraft?
The answer, of course, is a garbage truck! We also accepted 'wheelie bin' as an answer! That was a clever one, eh? Did you get it correct? If you did, be sure to stick around because you'll find a shoutout waiting for you at the end of the newsletter.
Next on the agenda for today, it’s time to share with you a Fascinating Fact!
Did you know your small intestine is longer than your height? It’s true! The small intestine folds to fit in the abdomen, but if it were straightened out, it would be about 5.5 metres long, or roughly three times the average person's height! If you think that is impressive, the large intestine is only about 1.5 metres long! Just imagine how long it takes food to pass through your digestive system! How’s that for a fascinating fact?
Now then, members, what’s happening in Australia and around the world in the news today?
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This is not a drill! McDonald's 30 Days 30 Deals promotion is back this year, with offers including $2 Big Macs, $1 Large Fries, and more! Here's the full list of daily offers.
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A popular supermarket item has been wiped from shelves amid ongoing weather and supply chain issues.
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A savvy shopper has revealed how to get your hands on bulk packs of a popular Woolworths chicken buy - and they're so cheap!
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Coles has just launched a 'HUGE' gift card promotion that offers customers instant cash savings. Here's how you can save up to
$93.50!
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ALDI customers have been left shocked and scratching their heads after a popular item appeared to contain something very unexpected, thanks to a product design blunder.
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This mum has been left in stitches after a fake tan mishap left her with a supermarket logo printed on her bum. Here's how it happened.
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Angry residents are blaming the Flemington Racecourse flood wall for the recent flooding in the Maribyrnong area. What are your thoughts, members?
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Coles customers have been left furious over a 'worrying' issue in the supermarket's car park that is only getting worse by the day. But who's to blame?
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It has been revealed that 30 Australians die each day while waiting for federal government funding for treatment and assistance.
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One of Australia's top doctors has revealed that doctors are threatening to quit their jobs after claims the profession is rorting Medicare billions of dollars each year.
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Are you in the mood for some homemade comfort food? Then you’ll want to check out this recipe for Country Style Chicken Pie by the lovely @Suzanne rose.
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And finally, a MAJOR change is coming to all venues with pokies rooms to help people with gambling problems.
And that's a wrap of your Thursday news. Not too shabby, eh? But don't go anywhere just yet! We've got a few more interesting things up our sleeve. Including a hilarious joke for you all courtesy of @Luckyus. We also have a stunning 'Picture of the day' from @Simmy - this has got to be one of our favourites so far! And don't forget to check out our 'Yesterday's Australia' segment for a bit of a blast from the past courtesy of @Mindygirl12022.
And for those who are feeling competitive, check out our brand new games, including our Word Association Game, Song Lyric Story Game and Rearrange, Add or Subtract Word Game!
Of course, as always we have our classic games including 3 Word Story, Can you name 5? and Be careful what you wish for. As well as our Sudoku puzzles, OzGrid and OzWord, and our Keep a Word, Drop a Word
Game. And our card games, including Solitaire and Blackjack.
Lastly, don't forget to enter our ‘best piece of advice’ competition. We want to hear the best piece of advice you’ve ever received or given, and the person with the best advice will receive a $100 voucher to your choice of Coles, Woolies, ALDI or IGA!
As always, members, stay safe and happy reading!
- Jonathan, Vella, Sean, James, Sethia, April & Maddie.
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Source: variety.com
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A. Bozo the Clown
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B. Twisty the Clown
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C. Pennywise
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D. Happy Slappy
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Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.
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Image source: Australia Remember When FB Page
For today's 'Yesterday's Australia' segment, we have a lovely memory from @Mindygirl12022. 'For me, the most precious memory is our Christmas Holidays at a fibro house on the beach at Tugun. We slept in the room facing the beach where Dad would put the pine Christmas tree. At night the smell of the pine tree mixed with the sounds of the salty air of the surf as it pounded on the sand was priceless.'
This is such a beautiful memory! I can imagine the smell of the pine tree and the sound of the waves crashing on the shore. It sounds like a perfect way to spend the holidays! Thank you for sharing this special memory with us, @Mindygirl12022!
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If you have a deal you think other members would enjoy, please submit it here.
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Millers Short Sleeve Cold Shoulder Chambray Frill Blouse $30 @ Millers
Are you looking for a stylish blouse that you can wear on casual and dressy occasions? Look no further than the Millers Short Sleeve Cold Shoulder Chambray Frill Blouse! This blouse is made from a soft and lightweight chambray fabric and features cold shoulder sleeves with frill detailing, making it both stylish and comfortable. Pair it with jeans and flats for a casual look, or dress it up with heels and a statement necklace for a night out. It's currently on sale for just $30, down from the original price of $50, so don't miss out!
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RACO 9X Tougher Non-Stick 3 Piece Saucepan Set $59.95 @ COOKWAREBrands
Is your current cookware not cutting it anymore? With the RACO 9X Tougher Non-Stick 3 Piece Saucepan Set, you'll never have to worry about that again! This set is designed with diamond reinforced non-stick, meaning it's 9X tougher than titanium - perfect for those who want a cooking experience that lasts. Each saucepan features a high-quality steel base that ensures fast, even heat distribution. They also have shatter-resistant tempered glass lids for your safety. The set is suitable for all cooktops and dishwasher-safe, the perfect addition to your kitchen. The set includes a 16cm/1.4L saucepan with a lid, an 18cm/1.9L saucepan with a lid, and a 20cm/2.8L saucepan with a lid. Don't miss out on this great deal - get your RACO 9X Tougher Non-Stick 3 Piece
Saucepan Set today for only $59.95!
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Shangri-La Set of 2 Riano Counter Stools (Black) $64.99 @ Kogan
Bring classic country charm to your countertop with the Shangri-La Set of 2 Riano Counter Stools. Unlike other stools, these are built from eco-friendly, strong, durable rubberwood. So, no matter where you use them, they'll last for years. The stools also have an elegant slatted backrest design that adds a stylish, boho barn look to your home. Refresh your countertop today without sacrificing durability and get this set for only $64.99, down from the suggested retail price of $349.99.
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Image Source: Member @Simmy
Pooches in the Park
We just can't get enough of @Simmy's adorable photos of furry friends! This latest one is just too precious for words. The dog is so well-captured that you can almost feel its soft fur! Dogs make even the most mundane moments seem special and worth capturing, hence why we have hundreds of photos of our pups on our phones! Thank you, Simmy, for always brightening our day with your photos. Keep them coming!
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1959 Mark Little, Australian actor and comedian (Neighbours), born in Brisbane.
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1965 Beatles receive a gold record for Yesterday.
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1969 Laurie Daley, an Australian rugby league footballer, born.
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1972 John Betjeman is appointed British Poet Laureate by Queen Elizabeth II.
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1973 Queen Elizabeth II opens the Sydney Opera House.
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A burglar broke into a house one night. He shined his flashlight around, looking for valuables.
And when he picked up a jewellery box to place in his sack, a strange, disembodied voice echoed from the dark saying: 'Jesus is watching you.'
Oooh, this one is hilarious! A big thank you to @Luckyus for sharing this joke with us. You had us in stitches! Read the rest of the joke here.
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In the book and movies, It primarily appears in the form of Pennywise, the Dancing Clown, which preys upon the children (and sometimes adults) of Derry, Maine, roughly every 27 years.
Riddle masters: Well, well, well. What can I say? You guys have done it again! There were over 220 of you who got the answer correct that we cannot fit all of your names in today's newsletter. So instead, we've given you your well-deserved shout-out on our forum.
Congratulations and keep up the good work!
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