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Monday Edition
Good Morning lovely Members! And happy Monday to you all. Can you believe it is Easter this week? Honestly, we are still getting over Christmas! I feel like as every year comes and goes, time gets faster, or maybe that’s just something that happens with age? Time flies by so much quicker than it did when we were younger, don’t you think?
Any who, I have a nice little ‘tip’ to slow time down and it’s by attempting to solve our three weekly riddles! Trust me, time does not fly when I’m struggling to figure out the answer to our riddles. So let’s get straight into it, shall we?
What connects the second Wife of Henry VIII, The Northern Lights, A nuclear weapon, A character from The Arabian Nights, and an instrument that measures pressure without using fluid?
Oooooooh this is a really good one! A big thanks to member Suzi H. for sharing this one with us! If you think you know the correct answer post it on our forum here, and if you get the answer correct, we will give you a shout out in tomorrow’s newsletter. Good luck and happy riddle-ing!
Now, what’s happening in Australia and around the world today?
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Check out this jaw-dropping coffee table transformation thanks to $150 worth of Bunnings supplies.
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Would you sue your in-laws if they “traded in” your beloved dog for a better trained one? One distressed woman wants your
opinion.
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We just loved this Kmart shoppers’ upcycle. We think it’s a must for anyone looking to brighten up their boring, old fan.
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Who here has those annoying white marks on their food containers? Well, here’s a tip on how to stop them from happening!
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One Mum has released her 45 cent tip on how to cook the Perfect Roast Potato and its genius.
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One savvy couple have built their ‘dream farmhouse’ for far less than the average house and have shared their money-saving tips…
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Love burgers but hate the price tag that comes with them? Check out this 7-ingredient burger that tastes just like the pricey ones you get from
Grill’d.
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One Bride cancelled her wedding just a few weeks out, after she discovered her husband-to-be’s dirty little secret…
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Have you ever wondered how powerful your Australian Passport is? Tell you what, this is why we are so lucky to be Australian.
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And finally, this home stylist has created the ‘perfect bedroom’ using her favourite budget buys from Kmart and it looks incredible!
And that’s a wrap of today’s news ladies and gents, but don’t go anywhere just yet because we have a great trivia question for you and an even better picture of the day courtesy of member @SueZ!
Finally, if the riddle wasn't enough brain training for you, don't forget to check out today’s OzWord for a bit of extra training, eh!
And most importantly, members, stay safe and happy reading!
- Jonathan, Vella, Sean, James & Maddie.
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Source: Shutterstock
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A. Urushiol
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B. Alkaloid Solanine
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C. Caramboxin
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D. Cyanide
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Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer.
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Source: The Australia I Remember FB Page
Who remembers as a kid having a toy gun as well as air rifles that fired slugs? And it wasn’t just the boys who loved them, us girls loved them too! You can’t get them nowadays, which is probably best, but at least we have the memories of playing around with them!
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If you have a deal you think other members would enjoy, please submit it here.
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Fan Heater White and Black $15 @ Kmart
We are getting closer and closer to winter every single day and the closer we get, the more I can feel the chill in my body in the morning. That’s where this $15 fan heater from Kmart comes in! Not everyone can afford an air conditioner, or a good gas heater, but these little fan heaters come in at a close third. They do a great job at warming up small spaces like your bedroom, office or if you’re like me, even your small apartment! Grab one today for only $15.
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2 x Betty Crocker Devils Food Cake Mix $8 @ Catch*
I don’t know about you members, but I love my baking! There’s nothing better than a homemade sweet treat. But I’ll be honest with you all, I don’t always have the time nor energy to bake from scratch, so sometimes I pick up some of these cake mixes! And I can confirm these Betty Crocker Devils Food Cake Mixes taste delicious! And the best part is, these exact cake mixes are also on sale at Woolies this week for $4 each (so the same as Catch), so if you don’t want to wait for shipping or you need to whip up a quick cake this weekend, just head to your local Woolies!
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Cuddly Fabric Conditioner 5L Sunshine Fresh $10 @ Big W
5 litres of fabric softener for $10? Yes please! This is far more affordable than the smaller bottles you see for sale at Coles and Woolies. This fabric softener is Made in Australia with a long-lasting fragrance designed for luxurious softness, easy iron, reduces wrinkles, reduces static, helps clothes look newer for longer and fast drying. Get in quick though members, because it’s only on sale for $10 for a limited time!
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Source: Member @SueZ
Nemo’s Cousin?
How fantastic is this photo taken by member @SueZ? She posted it, along with the caption, “This little guy was as interested in me as I was him. Possibly Nemo’s cousin?” Well @SueZ it is very obvious that this fish was loving staring at you, as much as you would have loved staring at him! Isn’t nature incredible!
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1612 Last public burning at the stake in England - Edward Wrightman for heresy in Lichfield.
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1866 Bernard O'Dowd, Australian poet, born in Beaufort, Australia (d. 1953).
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1966 Frank Sinatra records "Strangers in the Night" single for his album of the same name. Later reaches #1 Billboard charts.
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1967 Lachlan Dreher, Australian field hockey goal keeper (Olympic silver 1992, 96), born in Melbourne, Australia.
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2005 39th CMT Music Awards: Keith Urban, Gretchen Wilson & Kenny Chesney wins.
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2021 Tropical cyclone Seroja makes landfall in Western Australia near the town of Kalbarri with winds up to 170km/h.
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A little old lady was visiting a big science exhibition and came upon a group of boffins in white coats around a big vat of bubbling liquid and asked “What are you doing?”
One of them replied “We are seeking a Universal Solvent”
Haha! Another great joke sent in by a member! To read the rest of this joke click here. This one was emailed to us by member Rod H. Thanks for sharing Rod!
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Apple seeds (and the seeds of related plants, such as pears and cherries) contain amygdalin, a cyanogenic glycoside composed of cyanide and sugar. When metabolised in the digestive system, this chemical degrades into highly poisonous hydrogen cyanide (HCN).
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