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Hi there, wonderful members! I (James) hope you're all having a great afternoon. It's so nice to be here with you today! Can you believe we're already halfway through the week? We're also inching closer to the end of this month, and you know what that means… December is here, bringing the joy and magic of the festive season! Who else is excited about counting down the days until Christmas? I know I am! 🎄

Anyhow, what is happening across Australia and around the world this afternoon?

• BREAKING: An emergency alert has been issued nation-wide after a fatal bacteria outbreak claimed a victim.
• Watch out! Scammers have stooped to new lows, ready to intercept donations for bushfire victims.
• The Aussie bushfires have also left more than ashes… Discover the unexpected aftermath they brought about.
• A senior's eye-opening story laid bare the deteriorating conditions within public housing. ‘Living nightmare…’
• Think you've seen it all? Not until you've read this landlord's outrageous house rules.
• Not sure what to gift your grandkids this Christmas? How about something that helps the whole family?
• Get fit in a whole new way! A physical therapist revealed the surprising benefits of this unusual exercise.
• Did you know that the key to a longer life could be as simple as choosing the right time for dinner?
• McDonald's said goodbye to this iconic item after 30 years...
• Your shopping instincts might be betraying you! These subtle details could steer you towards unintended purchases.
• More harm than good? Here’s the alarming truth behind excessive vitamin intake.
• Sex Over 60: Love is in the air, but so are allergens… and they’re affecting Aussie couples’ romantic nights.
• Visiting someone else’s home soon? Here’s a tip to becoming the guest everyone wants to invite back.
• Turn your backyard into a culinary paradise with this crowd-favourite that pairs perfectly with sunshine and good company.
• An unexpected friendship takes a hilarious (and adorable) turn here in member @mOiOz’s joke!
• Bored of the same old? Try this recipe shared by member @Babybird to elevate your favourite meals!
• Grab the popcorn, folks! This TV show and movie lineup is your shortcut to a night well spent.
• You can also indulge in these games: SDC Crossword, Word Explorers, and SDC Trivia instead. And don’t miss your chance to win a $50 supermarket voucher in SDC Bingo!

We've just wrapped up our afternoon news, but don’t go anywhere yet! There's more fun waiting for you below. Oh, and tomorrow's the final day to join our November competition. You don't want to miss out on that $100 supermarket voucher. 😉 SDC Rewards members, your latest exclusive weekly competition is still ongoing!

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