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Saturday Edition
Good morning, members! Happy Saturday. We have some really exciting news to announce today. As a team, we have seen how much you are all struggling with the current cost of living, and we want to do something about it. We have decided to launch a Christmas Giveaway as a way for us to give back to you, our beloved members. All you have to do to go in the running to win one of our five $100 vouchers is sign up to our forum. If you already have a profile on our forum, then you’re already in the running, but if you haven’t made a profile on our forum, then simply make one to go in the running. It’s that easy! Please Note: Having a profile on our forum is entirely free.
We will choose 5 members at random to make it as fair as possible. That means it could be anyone on the forum! The long-time members, the newbies and everyone in between. The five $100 vouchers will be Mastercard or VISA vouchers, so you can use them anywhere, not just Coles, Woolies, Coles or IGA (unless you want to!) We also just want to clarify that this competition is in addition to the Christmas Competition we are currently running. You can still enter that competition by telling us about your favourite Christmas memories. We will announce the winners of both competitions on Tuesday, December 13th. So get in quick, members. We really hope this makes a difference.
Now that we’ve announced our news, let’s take a look at the answer to yesterday’s riddle. Shall we?
There is a clerk at the butcher shop, he is five feet ten inches tall, and he wears size 13 sneakers. What does he weigh?
And the answer is... meat! We know, we know, it's a bit of a dad joke. But we couldn't resist! We hope you got a good giggle out of this one. If you got it correct, you'll find a shout-out waiting for you at the bottom of this newsletter.
Now, onto our next segment for the day, 'What Would the Grandkids Say?' Today, we're taking a look at the word 'ate’. No, this doesn't mean someone ate something. This phrase is used to describe when someone does something well. It's another way to say, 'nailed it’. For example, if your grandkid aces a test, you could say ‘you ate that'. Try using this phrase next time your grandkids do something really impressive and let us know how they react!
Before we forget, check out today’s ALDI Special Buys. There are some really great deals on there, so don’t forget to browse them!
Okay, one more thing before we dive into the news, folks. Last Sunday, we heard your thoughts on whether the new generation still respects their elders. The results are in and 94.4% agreed that this respect has been largely lost. If you missed it, you can cast your vote and read the comments here. We have a brand new poll coming your way tomorrow so keep your eyes peeled!
Now, what’s happening in Australia and around the world today?
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Sweet tooths, rejoice! Your favourite childhood lolly just got a makeover! Allen's has announced a MAJOR CHANGE to their iconic lolly,
and we can't wait to try them!
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Shoppers are raving about this $22 ‘miracle’ kitchen item from Kmart, which is said to be ‘better’ than more expensive branded alternatives.
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A Woolworths shopper has warned others of the supermarket giant’s ‘gross’ meat trick after making a frustrating discovery in her recent purchase.
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Shoppers were left shocked and outraged after an Australia Post store erected a sign that many are calling 'racist’. Here's what they had to say.
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Woolworths new 99c reusable shopping bags have begun hitting shelves across the country – but sadly, there’s a big problem.
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A Coles trolley collector was caught doing something questionable while on the job, resulting in a heated street showdown.
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Channel 9 star Emma Lawrence and her cameraman were robbed at the Rugby League World Cup in England. Here’s what happened.
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While legendary Australian singer John Farnham is on the hard road to recovery from cancer surgery, his family has reason to celebrate thanks to a heartwarming announcement.
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People are outraged over this change to the Princess of Wales. Here’s why.
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King Charles has made an unexpected decision about Prince Harry and Prince Andrew’s future, leaving many people stunned.
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Bad news, members! This Channel 7 presenter has announced her retirement after gracing our screens for 33 years.
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Member @Suzanne rose is back with another amazing recipe! This time she’s made Sweet Potato Jackets With Guacamole and we are drooling just looking at it!
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And finally, we have another knee-slapper of a joke from the one and only @Skipton. This one’s a real doozy, so get ready to laugh your socks off!
Whew! A jam-packed day of news today, members! But we’re not done yet! We still have plenty in store for you below, including a wonderful childhood memory brought to us by member @Helen Mary, a stunning ‘Picture of the day’ thanks to @Simmy, and a chuckle-worthy joke from @Luckyus.
And if that’s not enough, we implore you to check out our Word Pairs and Abbreviation Game. Of course, we also have our classic games, including Word Association Game, Rearrange, Add or Subtract Word Game! Keep a Word, Drop a Word Game, and Can you name 5? As well as our Sudoku puzzles, OzGrid and OzWord. And our card games, including Solitaire and Blackjack.
And last but not least, don’t forget to enter our ‘Your Favourite Christmas Memory!’ Simply tell us your favourite Christmas memories for your chance to win a $100 voucher to the supermarket of your choice (Coles, Woolies, ALDI or IGA!).
As always, members, stay safe and have a wonderful Saturday! Happy reading!
- Jonathan, Vella, Sean, James, Sethia, April, Jarred, Ally & Maddie.
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Image source: Australia Remember When FB Page
Member @Helen Mary shared some wonderful childhood memories, and we can’t help but feature our favourite one in today’s newsletter. ‘Now this is about the toilet, a little wooden building up the back yard serviced by a large cylindrical container. We never called it such a grandiose name as “toilet” but was always referred to as the “dunny”. It was your fear and dread that, perchance, you should be sitting there one day when the man came to remove the container and replace it with the new one placing the old full one on his shoulder as he took it out to the truck in the street out the front.’ Read the rest of @Helen’s post in our nostalgia forum here.
What a glimpse into the past! We can’t help but laugh at the image of a young @Helen Mary sitting nervously on the toilet, hoping that the ‘dunny man’ doesn’t come while she’s doing her business. Oh, how times have changed! Thank you, @Helen, for sharing this memory with us.
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Millers Placement Printed Dipped Hem Dress $25 @ Millers
Feel fabulous under the sun in this stunning Placement Printed Dipped Hem Dress from Millers! If you’re not familiar with a dipped hem, it’s a style that’s shorter in the front and longer in the back, which is flattering for all body shapes and sizes. It also has a fun print, perfect for summer days! Wear it with your favourite sandals and a hat for a chic summer look. It’s on sale for just $25, down from the original price of $75.
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Power Bank with Built-in Cables $36.95 @ Amazon*
Are you looking for a power bank that is both slim and light? Look no further than the GPower Bank with Built-in Cables*. This power bank is one of the slimmest and lightest on the market, so it’s easy to take with you everywhere. It also has four charging cables, so you can charge multiple devices at the same time. It has an LCD power display that accurately keeps track of remaining power and dual 2.1A, offering fast charging. It’s compatible with most iOS and Android smartphones, tablets and more! Get it now for only $36.95*!
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Kogan Family Pie Maker $19.99 @ Kogan
Making pies doesn’t have to be a long and complicated process, thanks to the Kogan Family Pie Maker. This amazing appliance can have you whipping up pies in no time, with delicious results. This pie maker is very easy to use. Simply prepare your pastry, choose your favourite filling, and wait for the ready light to turn green. In just minutes, you'll have a delicious, warm pie ready to enjoy. The Kogan Family Pie Maker is made of stainless steel and has non-stick cooking plates, so cleanup is a breeze. It also comes with a power cord wrap for easy storage. And best of all, it's very affordable, priced at just $19.99. So if you're looking for an easy and convenient way to make pies, the Kogan Family Pie Maker is the perfect solution.
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Image Source: Member @Simmy
Black Swan
Oh, my goodness! How gorgeous is this photo shared by @Simmy in our photography forum? I love how the black swan’s beak is the only thing with colour in the photo and the rest is this beautiful, calming black and white. What a stunning shot! Thank you for sharing this photo with us, @Simmy!
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1950 Graeme Beard, Australian cricket all-rounder (3 Tests; 2 ODIs; NSW), is born in Sydney, Australia.
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1958 Brendan Nelson, an Australian politician, is born.
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1967 Beatles' All You Need is Love single goes #1.
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1990 The pop duo Milli Vanilli became the first performers to be stripped of a Grammy Award (for best new artist) after it was revealed that the two men had not sung on the album Girl You Know It's True (1989).
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2004 Australian swimmer Jodie Henry records 53.84 to win the blue riband 100m freestyle gold medal ahead of Dutch star Inge de Bruijn at the Athens Olympics.
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After returning from his honeymoon with his bride Virginia, Luigi stopped by his old barbershop in Jersey to say hello to his friends.
Giovanni said, ‘Hey Luigi, how was da trip down to Florida?’
Oooh, this is a must-read, members! But be warned, it’s a little rude and crude, so click at your own risk. Read the rest of the joke here.
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