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Thursday Edition
Good morning and happy Thursday, members! As we do every morning, we have a few things up our sleeve today. So make yourself comfortable, grab some brekky and a cuppa, and let’s jump right in!
First things first, it’s time to give you all the answer to yesterday’s riddle. Let’s get a quick reminder of what it was...
You live in a one storey house made entirely of redwood. What colour would the stairs be?
Well? What stairs? You live in a one-storey house, so there’s no stairs and therefore no coloured stairs! Oh, this one was a good riddle, eh? It seems like most of you had no trouble cracking this one! Congratulations Riddle Masters! And as always, if you got the answer correct, stick around, and you’ll find a shoutout waiting for you at the end of the newsletter.
Now, it wouldn’t be a Thursday without our fascinating facts, now would it? Who here has a dog? Well, they’re not called a ‘man’s best friend’ for nothing. Did you know that dogs can smell cancer? Researchers have found that dogs are able to pick up on a specific scent that cancer produces in a person that humans cannot detect. How incredible is that?
Oh! One last thing before the news, remember how we said we have a few things up our sleeve today? Well, we have written a mini-eBook on 'The Ultimate Guide To Planning Your Move To An Aged Care Facility'. Be sure to check it out, even if you aren't planning on moving any time soon. It's filled with advice from experts and even some of our very own members. Thank you to all of you that helped us put this together!
What’s happening in Australia and around the world in the news today?
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Have you jumped on the air fryer bandwagon yet? If you haven't, here is a thorough review of the air fryer and its features!
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Move over, Tim Tams! Shoppers are losing it over Arnott’s new $5 indulgent chocolate bikkie in four delicious flavours, with many describing it as ‘pure indulgence.’
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Queen of clean! Her Majesty has launched her brand of luxury dishwashing liquid for a whopping $27 a bottle after it was revealed she loves doing the dishes.
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A Woolworths shopper has demanded action after making an alarming discovery at the mince meat section of his local store.
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7-eleven's brews have gained a cult following, and now they've released their own 'high quality' beauty product made with their famous beans
for only $1!
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This wife went viral after she brilliantly trolled her husband with a conveniently placed sign while on a visit to Bunnings.
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A popular foodie has revealed how to make mouthwatering and irresistible devilled eggs with a healthy twist. We’re definitely trying this!
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A coffee drinker has sparked a heated debate after posing a tough question to the internet: Is it acceptable to return an awful, overpriced
coffee to your local cafe?
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Craving some muffins? Here's a mum’s super-easy recipe for healthy savoury muffins!
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Want to eat pasta without gaining weight? A leading health expert reveals that it's not the pasta that's the issue, but how we eat
it!
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Don't have time to prepare dinner? Check out this delicious Browned Butter Honey Garlic Prawn recipe that you can make in under 15 minutes!
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And finally, this man has spent two years hand digging an incredible 12-metre long tunnel under his garden to connect his shed to his house to avoid the rain.
And that’s a wrap of the news of today! But we have plenty more things for you to check out! Like the absolutely hilarious joke brought to us by member @JGY that you have to read! We also have an incredible photo courtesy of member Dennis R. that you really won’t want to miss.
And as always, members, stay safe and happy reading!
- Jonathan, Vella, Sean, James & Maddie.
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Source: SeniorsDiscountClub
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A. Mount Everest
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B. Giant Sequoias
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C. The Great Barrier Reef
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D. Grand Canyon
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Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.
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Source: Australia Remember When FB Page
Remember milkshakes in metal containers? They were the best milkshakes and were extremely refreshing on a hot day. Do you still remember going to the local milk bar with your friends, listening to the jukebox’s songs, and giving yourself a 'brain freeze' by drinking the milkshake too quickly? Ah, memories!
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If you have a deal you think other members would enjoy, please submit it here.
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Target Womens Fontaine II Suede Leather Loafers $24.50 @ Catch*
A fancy-schmancy pair of shoes for fancy-schmancy evenings out! Target's Fontaine II Suede Leather Loafers in the colour Brown are the perfect alternative for heels when going out for a nice dinner with family, friends or your partner. They are designed to have cushioned innersoles for extra comfort (fashion and function!) They cost only $24.50 a pair, down from $35.
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Hazel Quilt Cover Set Queen Bed $7.50 @ Kmart
Are you looking for a lovely, new quilt cover set for your bedroom or the spare room? Well, look no more members because Kmart has you covered (of course). Grab this Queen quilt cover for only $7.50 online or in-store. It has raving reviews, with customers saying “A very stylish looking quilt cover for a very reasonable price. Nice fabric too.” So what are you waiting for? Grab it today, before it sells out.
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Millers Extended Sleeve Placement Printed Top Floral $21 @ Catch*
Who doesn’t love a bit of floral? It’s the best way to brighten up an outfit (and yourself), especially if you’re someone like myself who always wears darker colours. This printed floral top by Millers is perfect for that coffee or lunch catch-up with your girlfriends. Wear it with a pair of jeans, pants or a skirt. Grab it today for only $21, down from $35!
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Source: Member Dennis R.
Cherry Blossoms
Today’s photo was sent by member Dennis R. it was taken during his trip to Japan. Oh my goodness! Look at the fleeting beauty of the tree's fluffy white and pink petals. Truly breathtaking!
Did you know that the cherry blossom, also known as sakura in Japanese, is the country's unofficial national flower? The sakura season begins in the middle of March when spring first appears in Japan and other parts of Asia, and people flock to celebrate the end of winter and marvel at the beautiful blossoms. Hanami (cherry blossom viewing) parties are held under the trees to commemorate the seasonal spectacle.
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1603 King James VI of Scotland ascended the English throne as James I following the death of Elizabeth I.
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1944 More than 75 Allied prisoners undertook a daring escape from a POW camp in Sagan, Germany, though most were eventually recaptured; it inspired the classic World War II movie The Great Escape (1963), starring Steve McQueen.
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1997 Australian parliament overturns world’s 1st & only euthanasia law.
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1999 Kosovo War: NATO commences air bombardment against Yugoslavia, marking the first time NATO has attacked a sovereign country.
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2007 The Australian Labor Party is reinstated after the New South Wales state elections.
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A man is driving along a highway and sees a rabbit jump out across the middle of the road.
He swerves to avoid hitting it, but unfortunately, the rabbit jumps right in front of the car.
Ooh, this is a bit long but worth the read. We didn’t expect that twist at the end! Check out the rest of this hilarious joke here. Special thanks to member @JGY for sharing this one!
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Stretching for 2,300 kilometres over an area of approximately 344,468 square kilometres, the Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef system in the world. The reef is located off the coast of Queensland, Australia, in the Coral Sea. The Great Barrier Reef can be seen from outer space and is the world’s biggest single structure made by living organisms.
Riddle Masters! Yet again, there were so many of you that answered the riddle correctly that we couldn't actually fit all of your names in this newsletter. We have put your (very) well deserved shout out here on our website! Congratulations!
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