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Monday Edition
Good morning, folks! And happy Monday! How was your weekend? Did you get the rest you needed (and deserved) or did you have a jam-packed weekend? Either way, we hope it was lovely! Maybe you’d like to add one thing you were grateful for over the weekend to our ‘grateful’ thread? I know I (Maddie) have loved reading this thread and seeing what you’re all grateful for. It’s been such a nice way to start my days. So to those who have shared the things they are grateful for, thank you. Today I am honestly just grateful for this
wonderful community. I’m so glad we started this, and I hope you’re loving being a part of it as much as I am. Now enough from me, I know you lot want the first riddle of the week, so here it goes!
What building has the most stories?
Oooooh, I love this riddle. A big thanks to member Dennis R. for sending it through to us. Have a good think about this one. If you think you know the answer post it on our forum here! If you get the answer correct, you’ll get a shout-out in tomorrow’s newsletter. I will give you a sneaky clue because I’m feeling generous this morning, don’t overthink it. It’s a pretty easy answer.
Now, what’s happening across Australia and around the world today?
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Here are some clever ways to use your cupcake liners for more than just cupcakes!
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Is this ‘passive aggressive’ note from a neighbour warranted or overstepping boundaries?
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A weight loss nutritionist has revealed the three foods she would never buy at the supermarket.
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iPhone users beware: You need to download this software to protect yourself from cyber attackers.
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A mum has shared her very ‘awkward’ renovation fail that has cost her $150,000. Can you spot the problem?
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Julia Morris had blepharoplasty done to her eyes to stop ‘drooping’, but here’s what you need to know about the operation.
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A KFC customer has been left in shock after she found a wad of cash stashed away in her takeaway bag. We wouldn’t mind this, members!
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Are you looking at doing some spring cleaning? Here’s some hot tips from Australia’s Queen of Organisation!
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Today host Karl Stefanovic's ex-wife has revealed a major career change and we didn’t see this one coming!
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Looking to try something a little different? Then you have to check out this fruit sushi recipe by member, @DancingDolphin!
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And finally, a savvy shopper has nabbed $320 worth of meat for $70! Here’s how she did it.
And that’s a wrap of the news for your Monday morning! But not the end of the news for your Monday afternoon, that is if you’re subscribed to our afternoon newsletter. If you aren’t, and you’d like to be, you can subscribe to it here! Once you’re done with that, be sure to check out the rest of the newsletter. We have some great deals including some really nice water glasses from Kmart and an incredible close up of a Bearded Desert Dragon as our photo of the day thanks to member @Algieboy!
Don't forget to check out our new ‘petrol widget’ to our website. You can find it on the homepage on the right-hand side, underneath the 'weather widget'. Also have you entered our latest competition? We are calling it ‘the best piece of advice’ competition. We want to hear the best piece of advice you’ve ever received or given, and the person with the best advice will receive a $100 voucher to your choice of Coles, Woolies, ALDI or IGA!
Finally, be sure to check out today's games because we have added a few more! Including Can you name 5? and Be careful what you wish for. As well as our classics
like our Sudoku puzzles, OzGrid and OzWord, and our Keep a Word, Drop a Word. And our card games including Solitaire, Blackjack, and Mahjong. Enjoy!
As always, members, stay safe and happy reading!
PS Did you know millions of eligible Australians are set to receive cash back from their health insurer, while others will be slapped with a 2.70% premium increase? If you’re over the age of 65, you could be paying up to $174 more for the same health cover. Compare and save before October 1.*
- Jonathan, Vella, Sean, James, Sethia, April & Maddie.
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Source: Pexels
Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.
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Image source: The Guardian
Today’s ‘Yesterday’s Australia’ segment is brought to you by member @OperaticZeus. They shared this on our forum, ‘Christmas holidays in the 50’s and 60’s were in a small town called Sofala and on New Year’s Day the owner of the only store would collect all the kids in a cattle truck, parents came too in the truck or followed in their cars and we would all go to a spot on the river and the day was spent playing cricket, swimming, eating, snoozing and just being kids. He had great big canvas sacks with dry ice and the best treat was ice cream in the afternoon. It was the best of times.’
This sounds like such a wonderful day, @OperaticZeus! Wouldn’t you just love to relive this? Thank you so much for sharing this with us all!
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If you have a deal you think other members would enjoy, please submit it here.
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Long Sleeve Rash Vest $25 @ Best&Less
Keep yourself safe from the sun with a Long Sleeve Rash Vest from Best&Less. This rash vest is made from a soft and stretchy fabric, and features a long sleeve design to provide maximum sun protection. It's available in a variety of sizes, and colours including black and a khaki/brown. The best part is it's currently available for just $25, which is a small price to pay for a full piece of sun protection!
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Bref Deluxe Active Gel Toilet Cleaner 600mL $3 @ BIG W
Keep your toilet clean and fresh with Bref Deluxe Active Gel Toilet Cleaner which is currently on sale for half price only at BIG W. This toilet cleaner is made to last, and keep that toilet of yours sparkling clean and white all year long. It's available for just $3, so you can buy a few to last you a while.
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6 Optic Tumblers $5 @ Kmart
Serve your guests in style with these 6 Optic Tumblers from Kmart. These tumblers are made from a durable and sturdy glass, and feature a trendy optic design. They're perfect for serving drinks at dinners or BBQs, and are currently on sale for just $5, down from $8.
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Image Source: @Algieboy
The Bearded Desert Dragon in a pose…
How cool is this photo captured by the very talented member @Algieboy! I have never seen a bearded desert dragon in my life, and now that I’ve seen one so up close I am in absolute awe! How incredible is its scaly skin? And it’s claws! I also love the colour of it, it's such a beautiful red, orange and yellow mix. Thank you so much for sharing this with us all, @Algieboy!
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1943 Tim Schenken, Australian racing driver, born in Gordon, Sydney, Australia.
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1948 Olivia Newton-John, Australian singer and actress (Let's Get Physical), born in Cambridge, England (d. 2022).
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1962 Peter Foster, Australian career criminal and con man, born in Queensland, Australia.
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1965 Queen Elizabeth decorates the Beatles with Order of the British Empire.
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1969 The Beatles released the Abbey Road album.
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1983 Australia II wins America's Cup yacht race. First non-US winner.
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A plane develops an engine fault with five passengers on board: Donald Trump, Boris Johnson, Angela Merkel, The Pope and a schoolboy aged ten. The plane is about to crash but there are only four parachutes.
Trump says, ‘I need one. I’m the smartest man in the USA and am needed to sort out the problems of the World!’ He grabs one and jumps.
Boris says, ‘I’m needed to sort out Britain.’ He takes another and jumps.
Oh hahaha! This made me laugh out loud! A big thanks to member @Luckyus for the laugh. Click here to read this rest of the joke.
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The Sholes & Glidden typed only in capital letters, and it introduced the QWERTY keyboard, which is very much with us today! Which means ‘Q’ is the first letter on the typewriter, just like it is on your computer keyboard!
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