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    Surprise $1,200 car service sparks warning for Aussie drivers

    I’ve had that happen to me. Charges consistently much higher than initial quote. Found a different Service Centre and prices are a quarter of previous Centre. So shop around. Word of mouth is a powerful tool.
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    Aussie expat faces $347 shock abroad: 'I thought it was hilarious'

    Many years ago, we used to have to have a TV Licence. I think it paid for the ABC. It was when I was very young and at the time was living in Sydney so not sure if it was Australia wide or just State wide.
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    Leather shoes

    Use a hairdryer pointed to the inside of the shoe. Then put your feet in Wait till it cools slightly as you don’t want to burn your feet. The leather will shape to your foot. Works for me.
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    Mum fires back at 'judgmental old ladies' criticising daughter’s Kmart meltdown

    I find people are being much more judgmental these days. Nobody knows the story behind the issues so stop making judgments unless you can walk a mile in their shoes.
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    The Seniors Discount Club Christmas Charity Fundraiser!

    Wonderful idea. I would like to nominate The Salvation Army.
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    December Competition: The Final Competition Of The Year!

    It was Christmas Eve. I was 2 weeks overdue and had been in labour for at least 15 hours when in came some Carollers and with them was Santa. I burst into tears and Santa said that he doesn’t usually get people crying at seeing him. It was an incredibly emotional moment. My labour continued...
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    Celine Dion's sister sheds light on the singer's ongoing battle with a rare medical condition: 'Having hope is important.'

    I suffer from nerve damage and had spasms. I take Baclofen medication. It helps enormously.
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    Koala responds to ‘ageist’ competition backlash

    One thing all the baby boomers do well is spread the word. We can let all our friends NOT to buy Koala brand mattresses. Word of mouth advertising. Some companies forget about this powerful medium.
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