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Good morning

G’day, members! Oh, Monday, you sly fox, creeping up on us again! I (Vella) have got my cuppa here and I hope you've got your morning brew ready too, because today we're waltzing into another day of stories, some chuckles, and brain teasers! So, without further ado, here’s your first riddle of the week:

I can never be thrown, but I can be caught. Ways to lose me are always being sought. What am I?

Submit your answers in our Riddle Masters thread here. If you get it correct, you’ll get a shout-out tomorrow.

News and Finance

A highly infectious bacterial disease is spreading rapidly across Australia. Are you at risk?
Let’s not mince words. Health cover costs are out of control, but there’s a simple way you can save*.
Got this email from 'PayPal' like member @phantomrose101? DELETE it now!
The end of June doesn’t mean the end of sales, here’s a huge clearance sale happening Australia-wide.
That’s not all! ALDI’s top July bargains are here—shop now before they sell out!
FREE dinner for a year? Yes, please! Here’s how.
Facebook may soon require you to show your ID to use it. Are you in favour of it?
This couple won a whopping $1M jackpot, but it came with a surprising cost...
This parking sign is baffling shoppers. Do you know what it means?

Food and Lifestyle

The best doughnut in Australia has been revealed! Will you try it?
Meanwhile, a major change is coming to your beloved breakfast routine—are you prepared?
What this ALDI shopper found in a common pantry item will leave you horrified!
Shoppers were also 'disgusted' by these ALDI products.
What would you do if your Kmart order arrived like this?
Winter got you shivering? Check out these top portable heaters guaranteed to bring the heat!
Banned from his local store, this man is now forced to travel 140 km for essentials. What happened?
Stand up for seniors' rights. Sign our petitions now.
Member @BruceAnderson shared a recipe that's as mouthwatering as it sounds.

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Member @Observer's joke is the funniest thing you'll read today.
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Which cat species cannot retract its claws?

Image Source: Seniors Discount Club

A. Lion

B. Tiger

C. Leopard

D. Cheetah

Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.

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Life Savers

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Who remembers indulging in these lollies as a kid? From butter rum and lime to the refreshing spearmint! What’s your favourite Life Savers flavour? Share your memories here.

Let's Save - Deals of the day

Bone Broth Concentrate $39.95 @ Nutra Organics*

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Round Flats $4 @ Kmart

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Picture of the Day

Image Source: Member @ROVIFOXY

Rusty - gone but never forgotten

Our hearts go out to member @ROVIFOXY for their dear Rusty, who crossed the rainbow bridge recently. Rusty may be gone, but his memories live on. Let's celebrate Rusty's life by sharing your special memories of beloved pets here.

Fun & Games

Explore all the SDC games and challenges here!

8 July

On this day in History

1882Australian pianist Percy Grainger was born.

1963Margaret Smith won her first Wimbledon title.

1996Spice Girls released their debut single, 'Wannabe'.

(Grand)Dad joke of the day

Have some pun-tastic humour with member @mikev’s joke.

Today's trivia answer:

Cheetahs cannot fully retract their claws.

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