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Hey members! I (James) am thrilled to be sharing this lovely Tuesday morning with you. Did you spot something different in today's newsletter? We've spruced things up with a brand-new template! Let us know what you think! Now, let’s dive into the answer to yesterday’s riddle:

Without a bridle or a saddle, across a thing, I ride a straddle. And those I ride, by the help of me, though almost blind, are made to see. What am I?

And the answer is… glasses! Congratulations to those who answered correctly; your well-deserved shout-out awaits below.

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Today's Trivia

Who was the first Australian Prime Minister to die in office?

Image source: National Archives of Australia

A	Joseph Lyons

B	John Curtin

C	Harold Holt

D	William McMahon

Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.

Yesterday's Australia

It's Giving Season

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Today's 'Yesterday’s Australia' segment is brought to us by member @RFG. They shared, ‘Dad was a prominent member of a local footy club. They held a huge Christmas party every year at the local footy field where all members’ kids received a present from Santa...’ How beautiful! Do you have cherished memories from the past that you'd like to share, too? Feel free to drop them right here in the forum.

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Picture of the Day

19 December, 2023

Image Source: Member @Manjucus

The Golden Bosun, Christmas Island

Check out this photo of a majestic Golden Bosun in flight. These birds are native to Christmas Island, and they’re a true marvel to witness. A big shout-out to member @Manjucus for sharing this moment with us! We’d be thrilled to see the beautiful moments you’ve captured as well. Post them on our forum here!

Fun & Games

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19 December

On this day in History

1967	Former Prime Minister Harold Holt was officially presumed dead.

2013	The spacecraft Gaia was launched by the European Space Agency.

2016	A vehicular attack in Berlin, Germany, killed and injured multiple people at a Christmas market.

Jokes

(Grand)Dad joke of the day

A wise doctor once wrote… Oh, this one’s all too relatable! You have to read this joke by member @mOiOz!

Today's trivia answer:

Joseph Lyons died of a heart attack during his term as Prime Minister in April 1939.

Riddle Masters: Nice work, members! So many of you got the answer correct. Here’s your well-deserved shout-out!

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