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    This bride's shocking wedding invitation detail has everyone talking! Find out what's causing the uproar!

    He may not have expected this decision though. She might not even have discussed it with him before the invitations were printed.
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    Aussies in shock: How a 'common problem' skyrocketed bills from $365 to $1,500 – Fight back against overcharging now!

    A lot of the energy companies do nor have their own meter readers. They are done by contractors. I queried a high electricity account considering I had been away for almost the full quarter. The only things left on were the fridge and freezer. Other electrical appliances of any type were...
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    Save your car in 30 seconds—avoid this widespread mistake that millions are unknowingly making!

    Another thing. Even if you only do low km still get your car serviced regularly. At one stage ours was hardly used. It took Mum nearly 2 years to reach near the km a car is normally serviced. The mechanic had to run the motor for a lot longer than they normally do. The oil was still thick in...
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    Unveiled: The Surprising Potato Chip Brand a Top Fitness Coach Recommends – Find It Outside the 'Healthy' Aisle!

    There is a lot of healthy food that is not in the health food aisle. You need to check the ingredients an nutrition section + allergens + "may contain" I found the stars****** are very misleading. A lot have high salt, sugar, or fat in them. Very misleading. Some of the food with less stars is...
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    Ex-paramedic reveals lifesaving tips you must know before dialling emergency services

    A cat bite can be as dangerous as a dog. Their teeth are a lot longer and sharper than a dog's. Cats also carry dangerous bacteria in their mouths far worse than a dog's is. Cats can rip you with their claws too and they are also sharper than a dog's - they will use front or back paws. I have...
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    Ex-paramedic reveals lifesaving tips you must know before dialling emergency services

    Also list allergies to medications - prescription and non prescription. That can be vital in deciding what treatment to give. Ambulance crews look for list on refrigerator door.
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    Woolworths and ALDI lead in fight against deforestation—what about Coles?

    There is a difference between forests planted specifically for manufacture of packaging, furniture etc than Native Forests. Woolworths and some other businesses are using paper bags for customers' groceries which I believe is either a high % or completely recycled paper etc. Is Greenpeace going...
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    Experts warn about potential breakfast staple cost increase—time to adjust your habits?

    I'm sure some people struggling on a budget will think twice about buying coffee when not home. Good Flasks that keep drinks hot for any length of time are expensive to buy but people will save a lot $$$$ within a few months. I know tradies who make coffee in re-usable insulated mugs and drink...
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    Telstra's cash payment fee reflects broader shift towards digital transactions

    Are the Telcos going to charge a surcharge if we pay accounts via Direct Debit? Banks have stopped issuing cheques. A lot of Telcos have recently increased their charges. Now we get another one???
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    Discover the 'coolest campsite ever' that has Aussies flocking for a hit of nostalgia!

    All our main drive-ins have closed in Adelaide. The last one that closed often sponsored worthwhile charities and other special groups. The only one I know of in SA that is still open is in Coober Pedy in the Far North of the state.
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    This Woman Found Something Shocking in Her Kitchen Drawer – Are You Making the Same Dishwasher Mistake?

    I think it's easy enough to sort cutlery before you put any of it in the drawer. It's not a junk drawer.
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    Are You Guilty of These Infuriating Supermarket Habits That Everyone Hates? Find Out Now!

    Another thing is leaving your trolley in the middle of the aisle (literally) while looking for a product. Standing in the middle of aisle talking to somebody in such a way that you are blocking the aisle or "parking" directly opposite each other. There is not many 3 trolley width aisles in...
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    Discover the Secret: How This Couple Transformed Their Sweltering House into a Cool Paradise Without AC!

    I hope they used fireproof insulation. At various times there has been advertisements saying insulation in summer drops your temperature...... Install outdoor blinds and temperature drops............., special film on your windows and other promises. If they were all true we would be wearing...
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    Discover why Australians are outliving Americans—are you missing out on extra years?

    Are you kidding? Mum & I went on a Coach Tour. Breakfast was self - serve. There plates were always over flowing and they went back for "seconds".
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    Hilarious detail at Coles spark laughter and debate among shoppers: ‘times are tough’

    If everybody stole a piece of fruit from the ordinary section think how much Coles would lose Australia wide
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    Uncover surprising reason behind brown discolouration in Coles meat packets!

    Apparently the marbling helps stop it from shrinking and also from drying
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    ‘The need is enormous’: OzHarvest opens food relief programs to combat food waste

    I think it should be "means" tested so that those who genuinely need help have 1st option on the freebies. Those who can't provide proof should pay a discounted amount.
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    Ex-police officer falls victim to impersonation scam: Police advise what to watch out for!

    I received a call, supposedly from AO. I had friends here so I put my phone on speaker and put it on my table and left it. Eventually I hung up. One of my friends looked the number up and discovered the call came from Italy.
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    The Ultimate Guide to Planning Your Next Trip

    I suggest people "hiring" vehicle and /or van should have a lesson about turning corners and reversing. So many people are not able to reverse a caravan or trailer
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