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Wednesday Edition
Good morning, members, and welcome to another wonderful Wednesday! How are we all doing this cold winter morning? We hope you're staying nice and warm! We are freezing over here at the SDC HQ (we clearly aren’t winter people), so we're keeping ourselves cosy with a cuppa and some fluffy blankets. We hope you lot are doing the same.
Anyway, we’ve got some top-notch stuff lined up for you today, including an exciting announcement! So make yourselves comfortable and get ready to read our jam-packed newsletter.
Starting off today, we told you all a couple of weeks ago that we were on the lookout for a new employee to come on board and to help us bring even more content to you everyday! And today we are VERY excited to introduce you all to our latest team member April. When April isn't working on the Seniors Discount Club, she spends her time with her gorgeous dog, Evie, writing a novel (yes, a novel!) and even does DIY home renovations (we know, she's the perfect fit), so please make her feel welcome!
Next up, we have something that will keep you warm and toasty. The sizzling hot deals from Coles, Woolworths, Aldi, and IGA 😉 There are some real beauties in there today, so make sure to check them out!
And of course, we have your second riddle of the week! It's a tricky one, so get those thinking caps on! Here it goes:
What comes once in a minute, twice in a moment, but never in a thousand years?
Ooh, this is a good one! We're stumped, so we're turning to you, members! If you think you know the answer, head on over to our riddle masters thread here and submit it. If you get the answer correct, you'll get a shoutout in tomorrow's newsletter! So, good luck, members!
Now, what’s happening in Australia and around the world today?
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Footy fans have been left stunned after a man climbed to the top of the Sydney Cricket Ground to perform a bizarre act that landed him in jail.
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Want to save money on your next grocery shop? Shoppers have revealed their best supermarket saving tips, including how to get the best deal.
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Speaking of saving money, a mum has revealed how she spends just $2 per person per day on her family’s meals by following this exact menu.
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Another mum has shared the must-know budget tricks she swears by and how she writes her shopping list to keep her weekly spending to under
$100.
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Bad news, Skittle fans! Skittles’ manufacturer, Mars Inc, has been sued by a consumer claiming the lolly is unsafe to eat due to a known toxin
that can cause DNA, brain, and organ damage.
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An eagle-eyed shopper has spotted an inconspicuous detail at an ALDI checkout, sparking rumours of a 'rewards program.' Here's what ALDI has to say.
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Attention members! A Kmart shopper has issued an urgent warning after a popular kitchen item she purchased from the retailer caught fire twice! Be careful, members!
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A 29-year-old engineer has revealed that he only washes his sheets twice a year! Here’s why.
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A busy mum-of-four has revealed how to get crease-free laundry, claiming that if you use this trick, you will 'never have to touch an iron again.'
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Is your utility bill higher this winter? You might be surprised to learn that it is not your winter heating that is costing you money. Here’s why.
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Looking for a hearty and delicious casserole recipe that everyone will love? Try this Cheesy Meatballs Casserole!
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And finally, pet owners have been left outraged after a local council announced a controversial new measure, with many calling the new law ‘stupid’.
And there you have it, members! The news of the day all wrapped up nice and neat. But wait, there’s more! Be sure to check out the fun stuff we have in store for you below, including a naughty but hilarious joke from member @Luckyus and a stunning photo courtesy of member @Des.
Also, check out today's OzWord, our Word Search, Sudoku puzzles, and Let’s write a limerick game to train your cognitive skills.
And last but not least, don’t forget to enter our ‘Nostalgia Competition’! All you have to do is simply tell us your most cherished memory from the Australia you grew up
in for your chance to win a $100 gift voucher to Coles, Woolworths, Aldi or IGA.
As always, members, stay safe and happy reading!
- Jonathan, Vella, Sean, James, Sethia, April & Maddie.
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Image source: The Australia I Remember FB Group
Do you remember how you used to sit by the radio, waiting for your favourite song to come on? Before iPods and CDs, the radio was the only way to listen to music. The image above shows a radiogram, a popular way to listen to music in the 1950s. They were typically made of wood and featured a large speaker that produced a clear sound. It’s a reminder of simpler times when people weren’t so glued to their screens and gadgets. Instead, they would simply sit and enjoy each other's company while the radiogram provided the soundtrack to their lives. Who still has one of these?
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If you have a deal you think other members would enjoy, please submit it here.
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Rattan Picnic Set $29.00@ Kmart
Enjoy a lovely picnic in the great outdoors with this Rattan Picnic Set! This set includes everything you need for a perfect picnic, including four plates, four bowls, four mugs, four forks, four spoons, four knives, and one basket. The utensils are also dishwasher-safe, making clean-up a breeze. Grab this great deal today at only $29.
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Millers Long Sleeve Fluffy Neutral Coatigan $25 @ Millers
Stay warm and stylish this winter with the Millers' Long Sleeve Fluffy Neutral Coatigan! This coatigan is made from a soft and cosy fabric and features a longline design that will keep you warm and stylish at the same time. It's perfect for layering over your favourite winter outfits and is currently on sale for just $25. Don't miss out!
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Ribbed Stripe 1/4 Zip Jumper $38.99 @ Rivers
Even the subtlest design can make an eye-catching fashion statement. Rivers' Ribbed Stripe 1/4 Zip Jumper features a stylish, striped design like no other. This piece is a great knitwear essential that can be styled according to the occasion. If you're running low on sophisticated knitwear, you need to get your hands on this one! It's on sale for $38.99 today.
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Image Source: Member @Des
Five Bridges of Prague
Today’s stunning photo is thanks to our dear member @Des. Des sent this photo to us with the message, “I captured this image of the five bridges of Prague using a tobacco filter on the skyline. It was taken from atop a hill, the location of a “World Expo” over one hundred years ago. It requires a long uphill walk to get there, but I am sure you (all) agree that the view is worth the climb.”
This photo is absolutely stunning! The view is beautiful, and the tobacco filter makes the skyline pop. It’s definitely worth the climb. Thanks for sharing this fantastic photo with us, Des! Keep them coming!
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1912 George Johnston, an Australian journalist and novelist, was born (d. 1970).
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1940 Billboard publishes its 1st singles record chart (#1 is "I'll Never Smile Again" by Tommy Dorsey).
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1942 Ron Bowden, an Australian politician, was born.
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1950 "Arthur Murray Party" premieres on ABC TV (later DuMont, CBS, NBC).
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1968 Jane Asher breaks her engagement with Paul McCartney on live TV.
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1969 Apollo 11 lunar module carrying Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin lands on the surface of the Moon; Aldrin and Armstrong walk on the moon seven hours later; Michael Collins remains in orbit in the lunar module.
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A woman puts an ad in the paper looking for a man who wouldn't run away at the sight of commitment, wouldn't hit her and could fulfill her sex life.
Two weeks go by, and nothing. Finally, one day, the doorbell rings. She opens the door and sees a no-armed, no-legged man.
She looks at him and asks, “How do you expect to fulfil my wishes?”
Ooh, this one is a bit rude and crude but hilarious nonetheless! Special thanks to member @Luckyus for sharing this one. Check out the rest of the joke here.
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Randy Gardner is an American from San Diego, California, who set the record for the longest time a human has gone without sleep from December 1963 to January 1964. Gardner, who was then 17-year-old stayed awake for 11 days and 25 minutes (264.4 hours), breaking the previous record of 260 hours held by Tom Rounds.
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