Saturday Edition

Good morning

Good morning members, and welcome to Saturday! Woohoo! We made it through another week, so let’s give ourselves a big pat on the back. Do you have any fun plans for today? We hope you do because you’ve earned it! I (Vella) am going to a boxing session today with my partner. It's my first time, so I’m a little nervous, but I’m also excited to try something new. Although I’m not looking forward to the pain, I am looking forward to the endorphins. Hopefully, I can stick with it and make it a regular thing! Not that I want to be a boxer or anything, but it would be nice to have another hobby that gets me moving. It can be a great workout too! Has anyone else tried boxing before?

Before we get too sidetracked, let’s get into today’s newsletter, starting with the answer to yesterday’s riddle!

I have five. I remove two. I now have four. How can this be?

This is a tough one, but the answer is actually quite simple! So if you remove two letters from the word FIVE, the 'F' and the 'E', what's left is the Roman numeral 'IV' or '4'! We got you there, didn't we? We hope you enjoyed this little brain teaser. If you got it correct, you'll find a shout-out waiting for you further down in the newsletter.

Now it's time for our next segment, 'What Would the Grandkids Say?' Today we're looking at the term 'guap.' This term is slang for a lot of money or cash. Kids today use this term to show off how much money they have. For example, if your grandchild got their pay from their part-time job, they might say, 'I worked overtime this week to get this guap.' Or if they saved up their money and bought something expensive, they might say, ‘I spent all my guap on this new phone.’ Use this term around your grandkids, and let us know how they react!

So what's happening in Australia and around the world today?

• ALERT! A member has warned us of a text scam targeting Medicare users. Here’s how to stay safe.
• You won't believe how this elderly man nearly lost $20,000 to an elaborate online scam involving a fake lover, a car crash, and photoshopped pictures.
• Two major car brands have issued a recall for thousands of vehicles due to a ‘serious’ safety risk involving their airbags. Find out if yours is affected.
• Attention bargain hunters! Kmart has just launched a stunning new range, and it’s packed with stylish pieces under $100!
• A Coles shopper has wowed shoppers after scoring $520 worth of meat for just $52. Here’s how they did it.
• Macca’s fans, rejoice! McDonald’s has just announced that it will be launching a major new service across Australia, and we are so excited! ‘It’s about time.’
• Are you eyeing an unbranded item on Facebook Marketplace? Look closer – things might not be as they seem. Here's how to avoid getting duped on the popular online marketplace.
• The Reserve Bank has revealed who will appear on the next $5 note. Can you guess who it is? Hint: it’s not King Charles! And we want to know: Do you think it should be him?
• Is your sliding door looking worse for wear? Try this clever cleaning trick to get it looking good as new!
• Are you tired of long wait times and hefty fees to see your GP? Good news: There is a push for Medicare overhaul that could reduce wait times and give you easier access to your medication.
• Are you looking to improve your heart health? A study has revealed which food group you should include in your diet.
• Olivia Newton-John, the beloved Australian singer and actor who died of breast cancer last year, will be honoured in a state memorial service later this month. Here’s everything you need to know, including how to tune in.
• Looking for a comforting soup that’s also healthy and delicious? Try this Healthy Chicken and Sweet Potato Soup recipe. Mmm, imagine this with fresh, crispy bread.
• Finally, member @mOiOz is back with a hilarious collection of nursery rhymes updated for the 21st century! Check them out here and get ready to laugh

How's that for a wrap of the news, members? Not a bad wrap for your Saturday, eh? Well, the good stuff doesn’t stop there! Stay tuned for a stunning ‘Picture of the Day’ from member @Nanny Lin, a hilarious joke from member @Skipton, and a fond memory in our 'Yesterday’s Australia' segment. Oh, and 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*.

And that's not all! If you're looking for some fun brain training, we’ve got you covered with our Alphabetical Bands/Groups Game, Alphabetical Australian Places Game, Change A Letter Game, and 3x3 Word Thread. Of course, 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, OzWord, and Expert (Six Letter) OzWord. And our card games, including Solitaire and Blackjack.

As always, members, stay safe and happy reading!

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