Wednesday Edition

Good morning

Hip, hip, hooray! We’re halfway through the week, dear members, and it’s almost time for the Easter long weekend! And that means delicious food, cosy gatherings, and hopefully some time to relax and unwind! For me (Vella), Easter has always been a time for feasting and indulging in all of my favourite treats. I'm already thinking about all the chocolate bunnies I'll enjoy over the long weekend. But it's not all about chocolate! Easter is also a great opportunity to gather around the table with loved ones and share a delicious meal together. What will you be cooking this Easter?

I know that this time of year can also be tough on the wallet, so I'm looking for cheap and easy Easter recipes that won't break the bank. Do you have some go-to cheap Easter recipes you can share with us? Maybe it's an easy pasta dish or a simple yet delicious dessert that won't require any fancy ingredients. I'll be honest; I'm not the most skilled chef in the kitchen, so the simpler, the better. If you've got any cheap and easy Easter recipes you'd like to share, head over to our forum thread here. I'd love to hear your ideas!

But before we get into our Easter preparations, let's start our Wednesday with the usual – the weekly deals from Coles, Woolworths, ALDI, and IGA. There are some great Easter specials at most stores, so make sure you check them out.

And, of course, it wouldn’t be Wednesday without our second riddle of the week! Ready for a head-scratcher? Here it is:

My tongue is long, my breath is strong, And yet I breed no strife; My voice you hear is far and near, and yet I have no life. What am I?

Intrigued? We knew you would be! If you think you've got the answer, head on over to our riddle masters thread here. As always, those who crack the code correctly will receive a special shout-out in tomorrow's newsletter! Good luck!

Oh, and before we get into the news, don't forget to play our newest game: SDC Bingo! Please read Jonathan's instructions first if you're new to the game. Today's numbers are I21, B3, and G58. Remember, you need an account on the forum to join, so if you don't have one already, register here!

Now, let's catch up on what's happening in Australia and around the world today.

• Wondering what stores will be closed this Easter long weekend? We’ve got you covered. Here are ALDI, Woolworths, Coles, Kmart, and Bunnings’ trading hours for the long Easter weekend.
• This is not a drill! Macca’s is giving away FREE BIG MAC MEALS in an exciting limited-time offer. Here’s how to claim yours.
• Members, we’ve had a few of you reaching out for help, so we thought we’d start a Members Helping Members forum! If you live around Lurnea, NSW, 2170 and can mow a lawn could you help this member? Alternatively, if you need help with a task or can help others check out this forum post!
• ‘Can’t believe my eyes’.  A Coles shopper was left shocked after stumbling across an extraordinary find in a carton of eggs she bought from the supermarket – with the discovery even prompting her to buy a lottery ticket.
• ‘How good are these?’ ALDI shoppers are raving about this delicious new dinner buy – and it’s only $5.99! Will you give this meal a try?
• A Woolworths shopper has been left baffled by the giant supermarket’s new bizarre way of cutting its bread. Let’s hope this doesn’t stick because we don’t know about you, members, but this won’t fit in our toasters!
• Arnott's teased their customers with a fake ‘new biscuit’ combining two beloved biscuits into one for April Fools’ Day - but the joke backfired when their customers demanded that they make it a reality! Do you think this is a great combination?
• WATCH: This cheeky 93-year-old grandma became an internet sensation after sharing the things to watch out for in men when dating later in life, including avoiding a man ‘if he doesn’t like bingo’ or ‘if he golfs’! What’s YOUR best dating advice?
• A man was ridiculed in a scathing obituary published in one of the country's largest newspapers. Could this be the most brutal obituary ever? What would you do if you knew the person this obituary was for?
• Coles has made a MAJOR move to stabilise milk supplies. So can we expect prices to drop?
• How do you get rid of hiccups? We know the old tried and true methods, but here's what experts say about the real cause of hiccups and the best ways to get rid of them.
• Are you struggling with personal debt but feeling ashamed to talk about it? Find out how open conversations can be the key to easing the burden and overcoming the stigma.
• This rare video of wombats performing an unusual mating ritual offers a glimpse into the bizarre world of animal reproduction. WARNING: This is a rude (but fascinating) read.
• Take your breakfast game to a whole new level with this unique and irresistible dish that will leave you craving more!
• Finally, don’t you just hate it when you take a photo, only to realise that you look nothing like your usual self? Member @Skipton reveals the reason for our less-than-flattering photo appearances, and it will leave you in stitches.

Well, that’s a wrap of your Wednesday news! But if you think that’s it, think again! We still have plenty in store for you, including a hilarious joke from our resident jokester member @Luckyus, a lovely 'Picture of the day' from member @Wayne Blair, and some great bargains in our 'Let's Save' segment.

Also, don't forget to try comparing your broadband prices and plans to find one that is better suited to your needs*! You can compare and save on your internet here*.

While you're here, why not test your skills with our many games, including Alphabetical Bands/Groups Game, Alphabetical Australian Places Game, Change A Letter Game, and 3x3 Word Thread? We still have our beloved classic games, including Word Pairs, Abbreviation Game, 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, classic OzWord, and Ozword (expert edition). And our card games, including Solitaire and Blackjack.

Lastly, we'd also like to remind you about our referral competition! All you have to do is refer your friends to the SDC (with their permission, of course) for one entry into the competition. The more entries you get into the competition, the more chances you have to win a $100 voucher to Coles, Woolworths, ALDI or IGA! To refer a friend to us, all you have to do is email us their name and email address here! You can also email us at contact@seniorsdiscountclub.com.au. Note: If you email us their name and email address without their permission, your entry to the competition will be removed.

As always, members, stay safe and happy reading!

- Jonathan, Vella, Sean, James, Sethia, April, Jarred, Ally & Maddie.