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    Kids have no idea why! THIS quirky pen licence tradition will take you right back to your school days

    I’m from Victoria and I’ve never heard of a pen license.
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    ‘Basically, I’ve been bullied about my brows pretty much my whole life’: Here’s why we should listen

    Absolutely! I’m 66 and still remember the names and faces of my childhood bullies from 60 years ago. I’m still sickened at the thought of them and what they did to me. Today,I’m a vocal critic of all forms of bullying and a child advocate in many local schools where a child is being bullied...
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    Are Gen Z Aussies onto something? How bold cash move led to a $97 fine

    I see his point though. Like him,towards the end of each month,I just can’t afford a large sum of money being pulled from my account. I’d far rather pay daily or even weekly but to give permission for a monthly withdrawal? No thanks. Time to buy a bike,Oliver!
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    Sacked at 63 yo for saying ‘he’—is this what work’s come to?

    Honestly,if they don’t know if they’re a man or a woman,they’re not fit to hold a responsbile position of any sort. It’s not hard,just look down! If it dangles…..you’re a bloke. If it’s tucked up tight…you’re a female…..it’s not frikken rocket science. I would be so offended if someone referred...
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    Costly home blunder leaves owners facing forced move after crucial mistake

    That’s really sad. I feel so bad for them.
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    The postie signed her name… That’s when the trouble began.

    I had some nitwit deliver a parcel to us. We were both home. Both cars clearly in the drive,lovely day,front door open for the fresh air. This driver didn’t even come to the door! I got notification that my parcel had been delivered! Yeah,what??? Called the courier who insisted the parcel had...
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    Are you making this embarrassing deed every time you shop for groceries?

    Once saw a woman grab two loaves of bread,toss them on the floor,then kneel on them so she could reach to the back of a low shelf. Was so shocked I couldn’t even process it!
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    Facing Your Demons

    Congrats,veggie. So very,very proud of you! Well done! ❤️❤️
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    Host shocks crowd with offensive Holocaust joke at comedy festival

    Where is the humour in dragging up the death of someone who died as a result of the holocaust? A beautiful,young girl? That bitch isn’t fit to clean her boots. Shame on her and her disgusting audience!
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    ‘Till Death Us Do Part

    I married wearing my sisters gown,reception at my parents home with about 50family and friends present. A dear friend,who also worked for Kodak,did all our photos and my two godmothers,one a concert pianist,the other a radio hall/honky tonk pianist,alternated on the piano.. we served finger...
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    Stone of Destiny survived centuries...until one man tried to rewrite history

    What an absolute scumbag. He could have irreparably damaged a priceless artifact!
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    Back in the day, phones didn’t care what you wore (or didn’t)—now they’re interrupting video calls

    This feature is great for minors but adults should have a choice. Because that’s what we are. Adults. We make informed choices. Unlike kids. I don’t need A.I. telling me I’m being naughty,thanks very much!
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    SDC Trivia Game #773 - 07/07/2025

    I sucked. 6/10.
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    Pigeon killer fined $48k, one of WA's largest animal cruelty fines

    Nowhere near enough punishment
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    Hard to Handle: How Everyday Products Are Failing Older Australians

    I have one of these kettles,called a kettle tipper. I don’t need to lift it at all. Can be purchased online or at most pharmacies or even big w.
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