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Good morning

Happy Wednesday, members! I (Vella) hope this morning greets you with a splendid sunrise and a hot cuppa. Whether you’re ready to take on the day's adventures or to enjoy a quiet day at home, we're thrilled to have you here with us. Now, let's dive into today's offerings, shall we? First, we have this week's deals from Coles, Woolworths, ALDI, and IGA. Next up, our second riddle:

I have thirteen hearts but no other organs. What am I?

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

News and Finance

Telstra has announced a major decision that will affect millions of Aussies.
This service has been saving Aussies an average of $357.95 a year on their health insurance*.
Received this text from ‘Medicare’? Member @Cheryl Eastley did, and she has a warning.
Mother's Day is coming, and so are scammers! Here are the shopping scams to watch out for.
Australian-born Queen Mary has made a shocking confession amid marriage scrutiny.
‘I had joined a gold mine’: What has SDC members singing its praises?
A new coin featuring an Aussie music legend is here! Here’s how to get your hands on it.
Qantas will repay customers $20 million for cancelled flights. Are you entitled to a refund?
An 81-year-old woman was left badly injured in a heartless hit-and-run incident.

Food and Lifestyle

Coles' newest $5 item has shoppers clearing shelves—but is it worth the hype?
Winter is coming! Luckily, this new range promises to look after your beloved furry friends.
These two Aussie favourites are back on the menu! But you need to be quick!
Enjoy two iconic flavours in one crowd-favourite snack!
Can you believe these Kmart buys are only $29 each?
SDC Rewards members: Got your SDC mug? Share some photos here! Want one, too? Upgrade now!
Tech Talk with Dr Al: Is AI the future we need, or are we better off without it?
Treat yourself to a gourmet dish for less than $5 a serve with this recipe shared by member @Suzanne rose.

Entertainment

A popular radio host shocked fans after going topless! But there’s more to it than it seems…
Channel 10 has revealed the shows getting axed this year. Is your favourite at risk?
Laught out loud with this joke from member @Observer.
SDC Rewards members: Guess this location, and you could win $50. Everyone could also win $100 here.
Enjoy Trivia, Word Association, Crossword, Bingo, 3x3 Words, Word Explorers, Solitaire, and Connections!

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Today’s bingo numbers

Win a $50 Coles or Woolworths gift card!

Today's Trivia

What stone is the Taj Mahal primarily made of?

Image Source: Unsplash

Granite

B	White marble

Basalt

Alabaster

Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.

Yesterday's Australia

Flask with cup

Image Source: Domenic Ruggiero/Facebook

Remember filling these with frozen cordial on a hot summer day? Mums would freeze them overnight and you'd wait for it to defrost for a delightful icy treat. Do you have fond memories of indulging in frozen cordial during your school days? Tell us here.

Let's Save

Today's deals of the day

Swisse Men's Multivitamin $22.99 @ Chemist Warehouse*

Supercharge your health today*!

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3-Pcs Anti-Slip Rubber Liners $29.98 @ Amazon*

Keep your items in place*.

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Ballet Flats $12 @ Kmart

Walk in elegance.

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Note: Deals are not sponsored unless stated. For more Deals, Discounts, and Bargains, click here.

Picture of the Day

8 May, 2024

Image Source: Member @julie612765

Full Moon

This photo shared by member @julie612765 left us in awe. Can you believe it was captured using a smartphone? It looks as if it was taken with a real telescope! Do you have lunar photos or other visual wonders to share? Post them here.

Fun & Games

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

8 May

On this day in History

1945	World War II ended in Europe.

1970	Beatles released their final studio album, Let It Be.

1980	WHO declared that smallpox was eradicated.

Jokes

(Grand)Dad joke of the day

Laugh your way through life's quirks with member @mOiOz's hilarious aphorisms.

Today's trivia answer:

The Taj Mahal is primarily made of white marble.

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