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Good morning, members! And a very happy Sunday to you all. I (Maddie) am feeling relaxed this morning. I was lucky enough to have had the past week off work and recharge before a busy end-of-year period! I am so grateful to the SDC team for supporting me and taking over my work while I was away. Creating the SDC has been one of the best things I have ever done, and I’m so happy you are all a part of it.

Speaking of our wonderful online community, I just wanted to give a special shout-out to our SDC Rewards members. I know not everyone can afford to upgrade to our SDC Rewards membership, and that’s okay. But those of you who have, you’re supporting our entire team by helping us continue to create our newsletters, articles, daily games, deals, and more. If you have the means to do so, please consider upgrading your membership for just $5.99 a month or $49 a year! With this membership you’ll enjoy an almost ad-free forum, exclusive content AND newsletters, as well as weekly competitions and so much more. You can join here, today! Now, I simply cannot leave you without presenting you with this week’s quote of the week:

‘What a good day to be proud of all the progress you’ve made.’

Be proud of how far you’ve come. I know a lot of you have been through some incredibly tough times, but you’re still here with us and that’s something to be proud of. If you’re feeling a bit blue today, I recommend reading this incredible piece from retired psychologist, Joy S. She also happens to be one of our many, beautiful members.

So, what happened across Australia and around the world this week:

• Following widespread backlash, Kmart is trying something 'new'. Will this solve a common customer complaint?
• Authorities recalled over a hundred models of a popular car brand over fears that a defect could lead to a fatal crash. Is yours affected?
• A popular vitamin from Chemist Warehouse and a ‘deadly’ home item from Officeworks were urgently recalled nationwide.
• Two talented actresses who starred in multiple classics have passed away at 91 and 76. May they rest in peace.
• An Aussie airline has launched a MASSIVE SALE on more than 500,000 flights, with fares starting from just $45!
• A harrowing scene at a Woolworths branch left shoppers with no choice but to run for their lives. What happened?
• Good news! Centrelink could let you earn extra cash before your pension takes a hit.
• Say cheers! Everyday Rewards members are nabbing a range of popular buys for just $4—and you can too! 
• A nightmarish scam is circulating on Facebook. Here’s what you need to look out for…
• Here's how to protect yourself and your memories from stolen data in a few quick steps.
• An iconic actor, who starred in Jurrasic Park, left thousands emotional after a heart-breaking health announcement.
• ‘I’m obsessed!’: A Chemist Warehouse employee has revealed a $60 'dupe' for a luxury $200 item, and shoppers are loving it! 
• This 'miracle' vitamin is making waves among women across Australia! I know what I want in my Christmas stocking this year! 
• This mum shared how she made a 'delicious' dinner, calling it the ‘best she's ever had’, with just three ALDI buys for $7.
• SDC Rewards members: Here's your recap of the week!
• Are you paying for unnecessary health insurance coverage? Find out today and unlock potential savings.
• Love reading our member spotlights? How about featuring in one? If you're interested, email us here! You might even earn an exclusive forum badge. 😉
• There’s nothing I love more than a good laugh on a Sunday morning and member @Skipton provides just that with this killer joke!
• Member @Suzanne rose knows how to whip up a delicious treat and this biscuit recipe is no exception…
• Are you looking for a game (or three) to play today? Then you must check out our SDC Crossword, SDC Bingo and SDC Trivia!

And that’s a wrap of all of our top stories from the week that was! Not a bad week, eh? I’m certainly not complaining. 😉 There’s still so much for you to enjoy below, including a challenging trivia question, a gorgeous ‘Picture of the day’ and a hilarious ‘Grand(dad) joke of the day’ thanks to member @Mando.

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As always, members: stay safe, and happy reading!

- Jonathan, Vella, James, Sethia, April, Jarred, Ally, Athena, Vanee & Maddie.