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    Woolworths just made Christmas dessert planning so much easier!

    Are you tired of watching the turkey and ham hog all the glory on Christmas Day while dessert quietly waits in the wings? This year, Australians are shaking things up. According to new research from Woolworths, three in four Aussies see dessert as the highlight of the festive table, and who can...
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    You’ll never guess what this worker did to protect your dinner

    When you order food delivery, you expect it to arrive hot, fresh, and safe to eat. But a recent clash at a Sydney burger joint has sparked debate over whether some delivery standards are slipping. One short video has left customers questioning if their meals are truly being handled safely...
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    Should brands face backlash for refusing plus sizes? One business owner fights back

    A tiny Australian fashion start-up has sparked a national debate that goes far beyond social media outrage. Marie Efstratiou's defence of her Chimaera brand's refusal to stock larger sizes has ignited strong reactions—and forced the fashion industry to confront uncomfortable truths about...
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    How to slash $228 off your energy costs without turning off the AC

    Australians are bracing for another scorching summer, and the heat isn’t the only thing causing concern. Rising electricity bills are quietly eating into seniors’ budgets, but most people don’t realise the simple mistake that’s making it worse. What if the way you set your air conditioner is...
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    THIS popular breakfast habit could land you in the ER—and many didn’t see it coming

    Content warning: This article discusses hand injuries caused by knives. Your Sunday morning avocado ritual could be more hazardous than you realise. What seems like a harmless brunch habit has sent thousands of people to emergency departments each year. Across the United States, the US...
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    Retirees’ lifelong savings of $1.2 billion at risk in shocking super fund collapse

    Thousands of Australians are facing a nightmare scenario with their retirement savings trapped in collapsed super funds. New allegations suggest a Melbourne financial adviser may have concealed millions in offshore accounts while guiding clients into risky investments. The full scale of what...
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    You’ve been humming his song for decades—now THIS 66-year-old music legend is gone

    If you've ever caught yourself humming those hypnotic opening bars of 'Tainted Love'—and let's be honest, who hasn’t—you were feeling the pulse of David Ball’s genius. The quiet half of Soft Cell, Ball passed away peacefully in his sleep at his London home on 22 October. He was 66. While no...
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    When will every Australian get a digital driver’s licence? Here’s what no one’s telling you

    Millions of Australians are already flashing their digital driver's licences from their smartphones, leaving others stuck with their scuffed plastic cards. The uneven rollout has created a frustrating postcode lottery—and sparked political squabbles over who’s to blame for the delay. As some...
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    'I’m doing well': Iconic star shocks fans after online death hoax spirals out of control

    At 91, a legendary star just shut down rumours of her own death. With a single fiery statement, she reminded the world that she’s far from finished—and definitely not fading quietly into the night. Her bold comeback didn’t just silence the whispers—it reignited a global conversation about how...
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    Gone after 79 years—this Aussie favourite won’t be on shelves anymore

    For nearly 80 years, its jars of pickled onions and chutneys were a proud symbol of homegrown flavour in Australian kitchens. From post-war rationing to modern supermarket aisles, Spring Gully Foods stood the test of time. But now, an iconic chapter in South Australia’s food history has...
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    Centrelink blunder leaves 44,000 Aussies short—could you be getting a surprise payout?

    Another day, another Centrelink issue. This time, it's not about people owing the government money—it’s the other way around. Tens of thousands of Australians have discovered they’ve been overpaying their Centrelink debts, with some losing more than $20,000. Services Australia has...
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    When Halloween horror goes too far: Parents push back against ‘graphic’ store displays

    Halloween has transformed dramatically across Australia over the past decade, evolving from a barely recognised American import to a multi-generational, community celebration that’s captured the imagination of families nationwide. Yet this growing embrace of spooky season has sparked an...
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    Fire risk prompts urgent SUV recall

    Drivers urged to check their vehicles following a major recall notice. Vehicle safety is a concern that affects all drivers, regardless of how new or reliable their car may seem. Sometimes, even minor manufacturing issues can pose serious risks if left unaddressed. Recent alerts have...
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    Fuel running low: Could Australia shut down within 30 days?

    If you’ve ever grumbled about the price of petrol at the bowser, brace yourself—a much bigger problem is brewing beneath the surface. Australia’s fuel reserves are so low that, in the event of a significant supply disruption, the nation could grind to a halt in less than a month. You read that...
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    The popular bowl everyone’s rushing to make—and why you can’t find cottage cheese anywhere

    You know a food trend has truly taken over when supermarket shelves look like a locust swarm has passed through. Australians are discovering this firsthand as humble cottage cheese disappears almost as quickly as it hits the shelves. From social media to your trolley, one popular recipe has...
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