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Good morning

Good morning, members! And just like that, it's Monday again—and what a beautiful day it is to welcome another week with all of you. Now, I (Vella) know some of you may still be brewing your first cuppa, and while you’re at it, let’s get our brain gears turning too, with our first riddle of the week. Here it goes:

What has roots that no one sees and looms much taller than trees? Up it goes, but yet it never grows; what is it?

Submit your answers in our Riddle Masters thread here. Get it correct, and expect a shout-out in tomorrow's newsletter!

News and Finance

BEWARE! A new scam by fake 'landlords’ aiming to burgle homes is on the rise. Stay safe, members!
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Planning your next getaway? Score 25% off tourism bookings with this new scheme!
You could also be eligible for the latest government rebates, bringing health cover from just $3.39/day*!
Experts have issued a stark warning as a promising tech fuels a surge in online scams.
Speaking of scams, have a peek at the bizarre moment a scammer lost his temper after being outsmarted.
Many Aussies are embracing this unexpected living arrangement amidst the rising cost of living.

Food and Lifestyle

The best and worst products in Kmart’s Anko range have been revealed. Which ones made the list?
Drum roll, please! We have the lucky winner of a brand new mattress. Could it be you?
A Woolworths shopper has sparked a fiery debate over a ‘frustrating’ rule.
Is cooking at home cheaper than eating out? Not if you’re buying this Woolies item...
A Bunnings worker has exposed a shocking issue with some of the customers. ‘It happens all the time.’
ALDI shoppers are raving about this easy dinner hack that only requires two ingredients!
In recent months, 75% of households saw their energy bills increase. But you can fight back.
Do you want to save big on your next cuppa?
Love gardening? Avoid this rookie mistake that left a man in HOURS of agonising pain.
Member @Babybird discovered an ALDI buy that pairs perfectly with a beloved Aussie treat. Yum!
Satisfy your sweet tooth with this irresistible 3-ingredient recipe shared by member @Suzanne rose!

Entertainment

Member @mOiOz is back to sprinkle laughter into your day with a new hilarious joke.
SDC Rewards members: Grab your cameras! You could win $50 in your latest competition! Want a chance to win, too? Enter this, and you could score $100!
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Today's Trivia

Which of these is NOT a type of Italian pasta:

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Bigoli

Gigli

Bucatini

Astragali

Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.

Yesterday's Australia

The Supervisor

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I’d like to take today’s Yesterday’s Australia segment to announce the winner of our Valentine's 'Nostalgia Competition'. It’s none other than member @AnnHope! Her enchanting love story will surely bring a smile to your face. ‘In 1977, I was living in the USA. McDonald’s was having a competition…’ Read the rest of her winning entry here.

Let's Save

Today's deals of the day

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Picture of the Day

4 March, 2024

Image Source: Member @senclub

Night Blooming Cactus

Well, my favourite flower has to be the sunflower, but look at this stunning night blooming cactus shared by member @senclub! It's absolutely beautiful! Have you stumbled upon any lovely blooms lately? Share your photos with us here.

Fun & Games

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

4 March

On this day in History

1678	Italian composer and violinist Antonio Vivaldi was born.

1804	Irish convicts rose up in the Castle Hill Rising, Australia's first rebellion.

1931	West Indies beat Australia for the first time by 30 runs.

Jokes

(Grand)Dad joke of the day

Trust me, this joke from member @Luckyus will have you in stitches! But be warned: it's a little cheeky!

Today's trivia answer:

Astragali is a dried root and belongs to the pea family.

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