Senior Discount Club

Sunday Edition

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Goooood morning, members. Happy Sunday! I (Maddie) hope you’re all having a lovely morning! I haven’t had the opportunity to write one of our newsletters for quite some time, eh? That’s because I’ve been working on a lot of things behind the scenes for you, so be sure to watch this space closely because big things will be revealed soon… Speaking of ‘big’ things, have you had the chance to check out our new SDC Rewards offering? Jon, the team, and I put our blood, sweat and tears into this one (okay, maybe not blood), and we are incredibly proud of it. I know $5.99 a month or $49 a year isn’t something all of you might be able to afford, so please do not feel pressured to sign up. We will ALWAYS keep everything we already offer free for all of our beautiful members.

Now, I know what you’re thinking. I’ve also ‘ummed’ and ‘ahhed’ about paying for a publication before—It’s so hard to do, isn’t it? It’s such a grudge purchase, I know. Some of you might spend $5 on a coffee here and there throughout the week and don’t think twice about it, but the reality is, where you spend your money has power, and we rarely think of it that way. That $5 you spend on a coffee? That’s supporting the local cafe owner’s family. That $10 you spend at the local fruit shop? That’s keeping that little business afloat. That $5.99 you spend on a publication like us? That keeps us going and growing so we can continue to deliver content that’s relevant to you, that you enjoy reading, the riddles and games that challenge your brain and everything in between. Sure, ‘the big guys’ have nicely printed newspapers probably do far better investigative journalism than we do, and break news as it happens. But us small folk? We care. We are passionate about what we do, and we want to make the Seniors Discount Club a safe, interesting, and enjoyable place for every Australian over the age of 60 to enjoy. We care about what you have to say, we want to listen, and we always will. Regardless of whether you sign up for our SDC Rewards today or not, we are committed to doing this because we love it, and we care.

And on that note, I’ll stop my chatting and leave you lot with a quote from none other than the remarkable Maya Angelou. ‘When we give cheerfully and accept gratefully, everyone is blessed.’

Now, let’s look at what happened across Australia and around the world this week:

Let’s start off with checking out this week’s deals from Coles, Woolies, ALDI, and IGA. These deals are still available today, so be sure to take a look!
One of the biggest TV stars in the ‘60s and ‘70s, and a member of a hugely popular '90s rock band have both died this week. May they rest in peace.
Coles is making a major change that could mean we’re heading towards a cashless society. How will this affect you?
A Woolies customer was accused of theft after a self-checkout glitch. What would you do in this situation?
SDC Rewards Members! We have your recap of the week that was AND a reminder for you to join this week's competition before entires close tonight!
An ALDI shopper discovered a shocking addition in this popular grocery item. Is our safety being compromised?
Services Australia is under fire for the closure of yet another Centrelink office, leaving many struggling Aussies without access to the help they need.
An expert revealed a surprising weight loss secret: a $6.95 item from Woolworths. Will you give it a try?
We absolutely LOVE when we get to do these, members. We bring you our latest Member Spotlight on family, love, and food with member @Suzanne rose.
A Kmart shopper has spoken out about an awful comment she received while buying clothing. ‘Who says that?’
Health insurance premiums are rising next month, but your expenses don’t need to. Find out how to keep your money where it belongs: with you.
A popular baking ingredient from Coles, a widely used medical product sold at Chemist Warehouse, AND a popular car model were all recalled due to deadly defects. Please be careful, members!
Woolworths has implemented a controversial change at their checkouts due to ‘customer habits’. How does this affect you?
Hackers have ‘actively exploited’ one of the biggest smartphone brands in the world, impacting millions. Here’s the only way you can combat it.
I’ve been having a few back and hip issues the past few weeks, so when I came across the seven surprising benefits of a memory foam mattress, I just had to convert…
You could be entitled to a slice of over $200 million in unclaimed funds. Here’s how to claim your share.
Oh members, you’re going to love this joke shared by member @Skipton, unless of course, you’re a fan of The Dockers, then I think it’s best you skip this one 😉…
It’s a Sunday morning, so I think this recipe shared by member @Penny4 is an absolute must-try… You can thank her for the deliciousness later!

And that, ladies and gents, is a wrap of all of our top stories from the week that was! But do not fret; it is far from the end of the newsletter. There is still so much more for you to enjoy, including a challenging trivia question, a delicious ‘Yesterday’s Australia’ segment and a hilarious ‘Grand(dad) joke of the day’. Enjoy!

Dental, optical, and physio cover from under $9 per week? You could be eligible for latest government rebates which assist in getting cover from just $1.15* per day. Talk to an advisor now and find out if you're eligible and discover how much you could be saving.*

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As always, members: stay safe, and happy reading!

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

Image source: Shutterstock

Melbourne has the largest population of which nationality outside of Europe?

A. German

B. Spanish

C. Greek

D. Italian

Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.

Yesterday’s Australia

Polly Waffles

Image Source: Bring Back The Polly Waffle Facebook Group.

Who remembers the old Polly Waffle? It is hard to forget that waffle wafer tube filled with marshmallow and coated in chocolate! It used to be one of my favourite chocolate bars, but I haven’t seen one around for years. Did you know the Polly Waffle was actually invented in Melbourne by Hoadley’s Chocolate back in 1947? That’s right, it’s an Aussie invention! Do you have any fond Polly Waffle memories? Or maybe you preferred another chocolate bar? We’d love to read all about them in our forum here! Have a nostalgic memory you’d like to share? Post it on our Yesterday’s Australia forum here.

Hospital & Extras policies start at just $3.20 per day with no lock in contracts*.

It’s no secret that the current cost of living is hurting us all, and we need to find ways to ‘cut the fat’ wherever we can. But did you know that in 2023, the cost of health insurance increased by an average of $167* for Aussies over 65 who weren't with one of the 'big 5 funds'? For those older Aussies who were with one of the 'big 5 funds', their health insurance increased by $194*.

What you may not realise is that there are government rebates out there that could save you hundreds of dollars per year on your cover. For eligible Aussies, the starting cost of a combined hospital and extras cover comes in at $22.54* a week, or $3.20* per day once the rebate has been claimed.

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Let’s Save

Today’s deals of the day

If you have a deal you think other members would enjoy, please submit it here.

Free Mattress & 55% Off @ Emma Sleep*

Emma Sleep’s sleep experts are offering up to 55% off their award-winning products*. And, for a limited time only, if you buy an Emma Wooden Bed, you’ll get a FREE award-winning Emma Comfort Mattress*. But, be quick, this offer is only available from September 12th to 25th, 2023*.

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3kg Vanish Napisan Laundry Booster Powder $16.99 @ Bunnings

I desperately needed some Napisan earlier this week, and I can't stand how much supermarkets are charging these days, so when I came across this $16.99 Bunnings deal, I had to share it!

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TECHVIDA Air Fryer 4.5L 8-in-1 $76.49 @ Amazon*

If you’re looking for a good quality air fryer that will make cooking easier, look no further than the TECHVIDA Air Fryer*. It is dishwasher safe, has a digital display and a non-stick interior. All for $76.49 at Amazon*!

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17 September, 2023

Picture of the day

Seniors Discount Club

Image Source: Member @mark godwin

Peek a boo pelican style

When I saw this picture in our forum this week, I just couldn’t not feature it in this morning's newsletter! How cute is this shy, little pelican? It is such a great shot by member @mark godwin! Thank you so much for sharing this with us all. Do you have a picture you’d like to share on our photography forum? Well, don’t be a stranger! Post it here.