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Good morning

G’day, members, and welcome to your go-to Thursday scoop from our cosy corner of the internet! Have you started the day with a nice stretch and a warm cuppa? If not, let’s pause for a beat and turn on the kettle. I (Athena) woke up very early today because my cat decided to stand on my chest and deliver a monologue. I could use a strong cuppa too! Anyhow, why don’t we start with the answer to yesterday’s riddle?

I sleep during the day and fly at night, but I have no feathers to aid my flight. What am I?

The answer is… a bat! Bravo to those who got it correct, your shout-out awaits below! Next is a Fascinating Fact! Did you know that a koala's fingerprints are so similar to human fingerprints? Experts even find it hard to tell them apart! Who knew koalas could be so much like us?

News and Finance

Great news! This move could slash the prices of an everyday essential for millions in one state!
Fed up with expensive health cover costs? You could get more affordable cover*.
That’s not all—a savvy Aussie has just discovered a simple trick to cut their phone bill by HALF!
In other news, health officials are sounding the alarm as a highly contagious disease spreads in one state.
A 14-year-old athlete made history as the youngest Australian to seize an Olympic gold medal!
Imagine owning your dream house or car! Would you take a chance for just $2?
Thousands have been hit with $410 fines due to this common mistake. Are you making it, too?
Over a hundred Aussies had a close call with disaster on public transport due to this risky behavior.
Meanwhile, an urgent warning has been issued for this popular destination because of a rising threat.

Food and Lifestyle

Snuggle up this winter with ALDI’s irresistible $6.99 treat—hurry, it’s flying off the shelves!
There’s more! ALDI customers are also praising a $5 buy that feeds a family of four. ‘Best I’ve ever had.’
Treat yourself to something special with this easy-to-make recipe shared by member @Suzanne rose!
SDC Rewards Exclusive: The wait is over—Maddie's holiday spot is finally revealed! Did you get it correct?
This trick claims it can save you money, but is it a clever idea or a potential hazard?
A customer narrowly escaped catastrophe after a Kmart kitchen item suddenly ‘exploded’.
Help us stop the transition to self-serve supermarket checkouts by signing our petition!

Entertainment

A star from a popular show was recently spotted doing a down-to-earth act. Can you guess who?
What's the TV ad you can't forget? Member @Wandiwa’s favourite made me laugh!
Member @dhgarske’s funny joke has the only correct unit of measurement!
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Many koala populations are infected with what?

Image Source: Unsplash

A. Chlamydia

B. Gonorrhea

C. Syphilis

D. Hepatitis B

Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.

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Old-School Cash Register

Image Source: Memory Lane - Growing up in Australia / Facebook

Remember the days before digital registers took over? These old cash registers were once the backbone of every bustling shop. It wasn’t always easy (cashiers had to manually count the change!), but they had charm! Do you have any stories with these old-school machines? Share them here!

Let's Save - Deals of the day

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3L Deep Fryer $35 @ Kmart

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Fluffy Pullover $25 @ COTTON: ON

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Picture of the Day

Image Source: Member @Maureen1253

Geelong Waterfront

What a beaut! Who wouldn’t be tempted to walk early in the morning with a view this peaceful and soothing? Huge thanks to @Maureen1253 for sharing! Do you often go for morning walks, members? Share your best photos in the forum!

Fun & Games

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8 August

On this day in History

1789The first police force in the colony of NSW was formed.

1802Explorer Matthew Flinders discovered Port Curtis in Queensland, now the site of Gladstone.

1988Princess Beatrice, the first child of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, was born.

(Grand)Dad joke of the day

This woman in member @mOiOz’s joke certainly deserves an Olympic medal! 🥇

Today's trivia answer:

Chlamydia is a major disease threat to many koala populations.

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