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G’day, members! It’s a pleasure to be with you this beautiful morning! Before we dive into our newsletter, I (Athena) want to check in—how are you all today? If you’ve not had your breakfast yet, now’s the perfect time to grab it so you can enjoy this read with your favourite bikkie or cuppa in hand. Let’s start with the answer to yesterday’s riddle:

I'm not a blanket, yet I cover the ground, a crystal from heaven that doesn't make a sound. What am I?

The answer is… a snowflake! Bravo to those who got it correct; your shout-out awaits below! Next, a Fascinating Fact! Did you know that hot water can freeze faster than cold water? This phenomenon, known as the Mpemba effect, has been puzzling scientists for years and remains a hot topic of debate today.

News and Finance

Nearly 10 billion passwords have been exposed in the 'biggest leak in history’. Is yours at risk?
Born before 1964? You could be eligible for health cover from $23.73 a week*.
Prepare your wallet: Aussies are bracing for hefty phone bills thanks to a recent telco bombshell.
Moreover, the same telco was caught revealing the details of 140,000 customers. Are you one of them?
Want FREE delicious meals year-round? Here's how to get them!
Member @Suzy A99 almost lost $5,000 to scammers! Find out how they avoided it with this crucial move.
A new ‘cruel’ scam is on the rise, and it’s targeting vulnerable Aussies.
One man has tried to swindle a 93-year-old out of $58,000 by using this heartless tactic.
An 89-year-old's final years have allegedly been upended by an 'unjust' loan from an Aussie lender.
Royal scandal: Is King Charles ‘competing’ with the Duchess of Sussex? Royal experts say…
A controversial decision has left a 91-year-old with dementia facing court for a serious crime.

Food, Health, and Lifestyle

One supermarket is offering FREE pantry essentials! Here’s how you can score this incredible deal!
Enjoy a delicious breakfast with this easy recipe shared by member @Suzanne rose!
Bunnings shoppers are fuming over this disgusting act inside the store. What’s your take, members?
One woman has issued an urgent warning about this popular service: ‘It was a shocking wake-up call…’
An Aussie's dream holiday turned into a nightmare after contracting a severe illness abroad.
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What year was Queen Elizabeth II born?

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A. 1923

B. 1926

C. 1930

D. 1932

Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.

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Embassy Egg Cream Shampoo

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Do you remember the Embassy Egg Cream Shampoo? Its unforgettable scent and creamy lather made it a favourite for many Aussies back in the day. Did you use this product? Share some of your nostalgic memories here!

Let's Save - Deals of the day

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Neutrogena T/Gel Therapeutic Shampoo $12 @ Catch

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Picture of the Day

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Gladioli Flowers

Wow, these flowers are absolutely gorgeous! A perfect reminder of summer during this chilly season. Thanks for sharing, member @kaza60! Members, share your flower photos here.

Fun & Games

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11 July

On this day in History

1930Cricket legend Don Bradman scored 309 runs by stumps on the first day and eventually reached 334.

1960To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee was first published.

1974Sir John Kerr was sworn in as Governor-General.

(Grand)Dad joke of the day

‘I'd like to report an issue…’ You’ll never guess the twist in member @Skipton’s joke!

Today's trivia answer:

Queen Elizabeth II was born on April 21, 1926.

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