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Good morning

G’day, members! I (Athena) witnessed a breathtaking sunrise this morning, and it truly filled me with joy. Now, it’s time to bring some sunshine to your inbox, no matter the weather. First, let’s reveal the answer to yesterday’s brain teaser:

I am the first on Earth and the second in heaven. I appear twice in a week, and you can only see me once in a year. What am I?

The answer is… the letter ‘E’! Congratulations to those who cracked it, your shout-out awaits below! Next is a Fascinating Fact! Did you know that giraffes hum to communicate with each other? Giraffes make this sound at night to locate each other in the dark. Isn’t that sweet?

News and Finance

An insurance giant is facing a class-action lawsuit for allegedly misleading millions. Are you one of them?
There’s one tip that health insurance companies don’t want you to know, and it could save you BIG*!
Thousands of patients are suffering long waits and neglect due to this concerning trend.
But it’s not all bad news; a revolutionary health facility dedicated to veterans has just opened its doors.
Keep your home dirt-free with this solution!
One woman has been saddled with HUGE power bills after her provider made a costly blunder.
Member @mOiOz has turned a bad situation on its head by finding a way to earn money from a scam.
A Virgin Australia flight has been forced to turn back after a passenger's X-rated behaviour.
A well-known TV host is reportedly pursuing a $1.8 million claim against Channel 10. What happened?

Food and Lifestyle

This isn’t a drill. JB Hi-Fi, BIG W, Cotton On, and more are kicking off a HUGE sale on cult-favourite buys!
Fancy a cuppa with your fellow SDC members each morning? We have just the thing.
This grocery staple sold at Coles and Woolworths has a 'dark secret' they don’t want you to know…
Meanwhile, recent data shows a troubling pattern of Aussies resorting to illegal acts in supermarkets.
You could be in for lower grocery prices soon. But there’s a catch…
Advocate for causes close to your heart. Here's how.
A tradie's recent criticism of a controversial Bunnings rule has reignited public interest. What's your take?
Indulge in a delicious treat with this easy recipe shared by member @Suzanne rose!

Entertainment

An award-winning actress may never appear on-screen again due to a dire health issue.
Roadside bargains may be hit or miss, but this joke from member @Observer will definitely make you chuckle!
Did you see today’s clue for our May competition? You could be the next winner of $100! SDC Rewards members could also win more here.
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Today's Trivia

How many self-portraits did Frida Kahlo paint?

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Yesterday's Australia

Ribwort plantain

Image Source: Memory Lane - Growing up in Australia/Facebook

Do you remember playing with these? You take the longest stalk and loop it around the flower to make a makeshift gun. It was easy and fun, a reminder of good times spent playing outdoors. What was your favourite outdoor game? Let us know here.

Let's Save

Today's deals of the day

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Picture of the Day

30 May, 2024

Image Source: Member @Big Al

Feeding time in the Savannah

Member @Big Al posted this photo with the caption: ‘We had a wonderful couple of days staying at the Taronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo. Within metres of our front deck, the giraffes were feeding.’ It must have been an incredible experience! We’d love to see your snapshots, too! Share them here.

Fun & Games

Want to try some other new and challenging games?
Head to our games forum here!

30 May

On this day in History

1911	Northern Territory’s Supreme Court was established.

1967	Gabriel García Márquez's One Hundred Years of Solitude was published.

1969	Derek Clayton ran a world record marathon (2:08:33.6).

Jokes

(Grand)Dad joke of the day

Brace yourself for an unexpected twist in member @Skipton’s hilarious joke!

Today's trivia answer:

Frida Kahlo painted 55 self-portraits.

Riddle Masters: Well done! Don’t miss your shout-out here.

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