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Good morning

Rise and shine, members! I (Vella) hope you're ready to kick off the week with a steaming cuppa and a big, warm smile. I would personally love to hand you a fresh cuppa myself, but I'll do my best with what I've got—some great stories, discounts, and, of course, a dash of fun for your morning read. 😉 Now, for the first riddle of the week:

I have two bodies joined together as one. When standing still, I ran and ran. What am I?

Post your answer on our Riddle Masters thread here. Get it correct, and we will give you a shout-out tomorrow.

Technology and Finance

Beware of this hidden road sign that could cost you $300!
Health cover from just $3.39 per day*? These little-known government rebates could help.
Why is this number plate leaving everyone in stitches?
All this retiree did was maintain a flawless garden, but now, he could face a $7,692 fine for it.
After years of playing, this man finally won the lottery. What was his secret?
NAB has partnered with an Australian startup to launch an exciting new feature.
Two Aussie couples were left devastated after paying $21,000 for a trip they never got to go on.
Pub-goers feared for their lives after witnessing this bizarre stunt involving a WHAT?
A man was left distraught after his dog went missing under the care of a popular transport company.

Food and Lifestyle

An Aussie-favourite snack just launched a surprising new flavour. Will you try it?
Interested in trying HelloFresh meal kits? Get up to $200 off your first 6 boxes* with code SDCFRESH200.
Are you making this mistake with your Coles and Woolworths bags?
BIG W shocked shoppers with items worth up to $949!
Discover the $10 Kmart item that will change how you pack for a trip.
Update your wardrobe for less with this Kmart trick!
Member @French English shared their struggle with this common device. Do you experience it, too?
Did you join SDC Rewards yesterday? It's not too late to take advantage of our limited-time offer!
Transform leftovers into a gourmet feast with this recipe shared by member @Babybird.

Entertainment

Feeling blue? Member @mOiOz's joke might help!
Could you be the winner of our April competition? SDC Rewards members might also win $50 here.
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Today's Trivia

What was Tweety Bird's original colour?

Image Source: Unsplash

Yellow

Orange

Pink

Green

Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.

Yesterday's Australia

Window hooks

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

Remember these trusty window hooks? They were simple yet indispensable tools that helped us open and close windows at school back in the day. Do you remember using these?

Let's Save

Today's deals of the day

Collagen Dream Advanced Sleep Formula $49 @ The Collagen Co.*

Get quality sleep with this tasty treat*.

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Over-The-Door Kitchen Organiser $19.87 @ Amazon*

Keep your kitchen clutter-free*.

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Black Gloss Salt & Pepper Mills $19 @ BIG W

Enhance every dish in style!

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Note: Deals are not sponsored unless stated. For more Deals, Discounts, and Bargains, click here.

Picture of the Day

8 April, 2024

Image Source: Member @pymmie

Yarra River at night

This stunning nighttime view of the Yarra River in Melbourne was captured by member @pymmie! The lights shimmering on the water are just amazing! I bet it's even more stunning in person! Do you have gorgeous photos like this, too? Share them here.

Fun & Games

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

8 April

On this day in History

1973	Pablo Picasso died at age 91.

2013	Margaret Thatcher, Britain’s first female Prime Minister, died at 87.

2021	The ‘lost golden city’ of Aten was discovered in Egypt.

Jokes

(Grand)Dad joke of the day

Need a laugh? Member @Skipton’s joke will do the job.

Today's trivia answer:

Tweety Bird was originally pink.

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