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Sunday Edition
Goooood morning to all of our lovely members! How is everyone doing this Sunday morning? Maybe you’re out and about already? Or perhaps you’re still in bed? Either way, we hope you’re starting your Sunday in a way that brings you a little bit of joy. And the best way to spark a bit of joy (in our humble opinion) is to read today’s newsletter 😉 So let’s get straight into the swing of things, with our ‘quote of the week’.
‘Do something nice even if it’s not your job.’
We really loved this quote when we stumbled upon it this week! Sometimes we feel like being nice to people, especially if you don’t know them, is a bit of a lost ‘art’. People tend to stick to their circles and don’t want to reach out and make friends with strangers, and we get it. Sparking a conversation with someone you don’t know or doing a simple kind act, like smiling at the person passing you on the footpath, can be a bit intimidating, but what if that conversation you had, or that smile, made that person’s day? You don’t know what’s happening in someone else’s life, and being nice, especially when it’s not your ‘job’ to be nice can really change someone’s life. So today, when you’re out and about, why not try doing something nice for someone you don’t know? That could be as simple (and free) as saying good morning to someone you don’t know on your morning walk. We know we are
going to give this one a go.
Now, let's move on to some news from across Australia and around the world this week…
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This week, Coles, Woolworths, ALDI and IGA gave us some fantastic deals, including $1.90 Oreo Choc Coated Cream Biscuits, $7 Tegel Takeaway Portions, and some bathroom and dental care essentials. These deals are still available, so make sure you check them out!
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Android users were warned to delete these apps on their phones to avoid attacks and viruses.
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ALDI fans lost it over a surprise $20 item that brightens up homes without breaking the bank.
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Shoppers raved about this $18 Bunnings cleaning product that makes walls, fly screens, and floors look brand new in seconds!
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A popular product that sold out ‘instantly’ last year was once again spotted on Kmart shelves, leaving shoppers in a frenzy.
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Today show’s Karl Stefanovic left viewers speechless with his latest on-air stunt.
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Members @Vinylted, @Luckyus, and @Skipton shared some hilarious jokes that left us in stitches. Click each member’s username for a good laugh.
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One woman was left stumped by a bizarre object she found in her rental property. Do you have any idea what it is?
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An Aussie Mum was criticised online for the birthday present she got her seven-year-old son. What do you think?
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A traveller was left in disbelief after she was kicked off a Jetstar flight for having an ‘unsafe’ item in her checked suitcase.
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And finally, DIY fans couldn’t get enough of this mum’s stunning kitchen makeover, which she achieved using a $26 decor item from Kmart.
And that’s a wrap of the top news stories of the week! A heartbreaking week with the news of Olivia Newton-John passing away from breast cancer. She fought unbelievably hard for so many years, but we loved the outpouring of love and support for her on our forum, especially the video of her performing ‘You’re The One That I Love’. May she rest in peace ❤️
Be sure to check out today’s ‘Yesterday’s Australia’ segment for some very fond memories and today’s (Grand)Dad joke of the day for a good laugh!
Check out today's OzWord, OzGrid, our Sudoku puzzles, and our Keep a Word, Drop a Word game for some fun brain training. Also, don’t forget to have a go at some of our card games such as Solitaire, Blackjack, and Mahjong. And if you have suggestions for other games you’d like to see email us here.
As always, members, stay safe and happy reading!
- Jonathan, Vella, Sean, James, Sethia, April & Maddie.
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Image source: instructables.com
Today’s ‘Yesterday’s Australia’ segment is thanks to member @Hellsbells, who shared their favourite memory of yesterday’s Australia in our Nostalgia competition. Here’s what they had to say: ‘My partner in crime Harvey, who was two years older than me and usually the instigator of our creative fun activities. We would spend hours making a kite with wood and newspaper and then 15 minutes trying to make it fly before it broke. I was always the runner, running through long grass in the cow paddock trying to avoid the pats and divets. The sense of achievement when it took flight, if only a minute, was great. We would usually pick mushrooms on the way home.’ Ah, the
memories of making newspaper kites! I remember them so well. There was nothing more satisfying than when they flew, even if it was just for a brief moment. Thank you for sharing this with us all @Hellsbells!
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If you have a deal you think other members would enjoy, please submit it here.
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Extra Large Wooden Dog Kennel $49 @ Kmart
Keep your furry friend warm and cosy all winter long with an Extra Large Wooden Dog Kennel from Kmart. This kennel is made from sturdy and durable wood and features a slanted roof to keep your dog nice and dry when it rains. It's currently on sale for just $49, down from its original price of $129. That’s a saving of $80! It’s a good day to be a dog.
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Wonder Denim Jogger Pants $32 @ Target
Are you on the lookout for a comfortable and stylish pair of pants to keep you warm in winter but you can also wear in spring? Look no further than the Wonder Denim Jogger Pants from Target. These pants are made from soft and cosy denim fabric and feature a trendy jogger style which means they will sit on your skin nice and comfortably. They would go great with a pair of sneakers and a casual top and are currently on sale for just $32, down from their original price of $40.
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4.5kg Vented Dryer $249 @ Kmart
Make life easier with a 4.5kg Vented Dryer from Kmart. This dryer is perfect for drying your clothes quickly and efficiently. It features a reversible control panel, a variable heating selector, adjustable levelling legs, and 3 drying options: air dry, heat dry, and cool down. It's currently available for just $249, only at Kmart!
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Image Source: Member @Suzanne rose
Marina Nelson Bay
How gorgeous is this photo that was posted on our forum by member @Suzanne rose? She posted the photo along with the caption, ‘I took this photo in May this year and it reminds me of a painting.’ It honestly does look like a painting, doesn’t it? I think the clouds' reflection in the water mixed with the ripples in the water make it look like a very detailed painting!
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1920 VII Summer Olympic Games open in Antwerp, Belgium; first time Olympic Oath voiced, doves released to symbolise peace, and Olympic Flag flown.
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1945 V-J Day, Japan surrenders unconditionally to end WW II (also August 15 depending on time zone).
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1951 A Place in the Sun, directed by George Stevens, starring Montgomery Clift, Elizabeth Taylor and Shelley Winters, is released (Academy Awards Best Director 1952).
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1960 Australian driver Jack Brabham clinches his second consecutive F1 World Drivers Championship by winning the Portuguese Grand Prix at Boavista.
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2004 The Australian women's 4 x 100m freestyle relay team of Alice Mills, Lisbeth Lenton, Petria Thomas & Jodie Henry smash the world record to take gold in 3:35.94 at the Athens Olympics.
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2008 Australian women's 4 x 200m freestyle relay team of Stephanie Rice, Bronte Barratt, Kylie Palmer & Linda Mackenzie swims world record 7:44.31 to beat China and take the gold medal at the Beijing Olympics.
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A man calls Pizza hut to order a pizza...
CALLER: Is this Pizza Hut?
GOOGLE: No sir, it's Google Pizza.
CALLER: I must have dialled the wrong number, sorry.
GOOGLE: No sir, Google bought Pizza Hut last month.
CALLER: OK. I would like to order a pizza.
Hahaha! Oh, this is such a clever joke! Click here to read the rest of it. It’s a little bit scary to think about though… A big thanks to member @Fisherman2320 for sharing this with us!
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Their coat is so well camouflaged in Arctic environments that it can sometimes pass as a snow drift. Interestingly, the polar bear's coat has no white pigment; in fact, a polar bear's skin is black and its hairs are hollow.
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