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Hello there, members, and a very good morning to you all! Phew, is it Friday already? My, oh my, the weeks surely do fly by. Did you tackle everything on your to-do lists? Well, no matter how busy you've been or what you've planned for the weekend, I (Vella) hope it includes a bit of relaxation. You've earned it! Now, let’s kick off today’s newsletter with our final riddle for the week, shall we?

Voiceless, it cries and wingless flutters, toothless, it bites and mouthless mutters. What am I?

Oh, we love a good Friday riddle! If you know the answer, head over to the Riddle Masters thread here. Crack this one, and you'll get a special mention in tomorrow's newsletter!

So, what’s happening across Australia and around the world today?

• Woolworths’ has a new Christmas promo where you can score freebies and thousands of Rewards points in seconds!
• Speaking of the holidays, Christmas is an expensive time of year, but there are plenty of ways to save BIG!
• The festive season also has a darker side to be wary of: charity scams! Here's what you need to know to stay safe.
• This Aussie retiree spends less than $80 a month on her power bills. How does she do it?
• Woolies shoppers were left fuming after a shocking price update on an Aussie-favourite treat. ‘Shame on you!’
• Coles has made a huge change to its stores after an Aussie noticed a ‘frustrating’ detail in one of its aisles.
• SDC Rewards: We’ve put a beloved Coles treat to the test. They look appealing, but how do they taste?
• Two Centrelink recipients are still in jail over welfare debts—but there’s a shocking twist to the story…
• Is your grocery bill too high? Pressure is rising for Coles and Woolies to drop the price of this essential before Christmas.
• This beauty elixir is all the rage these days. Find out why.
• Check your pockets! A rare $5 note from 30 years ago now sells for up to $1850. Could you be sitting on a fortune?
• This widowed pensioner was fined a whopping $288 for a seemingly innocent act that many of us are guilty of.
• Your feet deserve some TLC, too! Here’s a game-changing solution to revitalise your tired soles.
• One of Hollywood’s most seasoned stars has revealed she’s done with showbiz. Any guesses?
• Channel Nine has axed a popular reality TV show, even after calling for new cast members.
• Have a loved one dealing with grief? Retired psychologist and member @Joy shared tips on how to respond and offer support.
• This Aussie wine has just been crowned the 'best in the world’ at a prestigious 2023 global awards ceremony.
• Looking for a good laugh? This cheeky joke from member @Observer is sure to leave you chuckling!
• Short on time for food prep? Member @Veggiepatch has got you covered with a mouth-watering recipe ready in minutes!
• Want to score a $50 voucher? Play SDC Bingo today! Also, try our SDC Trivia, SDC Crossword, and Word Explorers!

And that's a wrap of your Friday news. But hold on, the excitement continues below. SDC Rewards members, celebrate the season with DOUBLE the excitement! Enter your exclusive weekly competition now for a chance to win a $100 voucher! Want to get this perk, too? Upgrade your membership for just 14 cents a day. We also have something for everyone! Share your most exciting Christmas present, and you might snag a $100 voucher!

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

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