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    ‘Standards are down’: Coles new security feature concerns shoppers

    I have seen them but I am just sad that they are needed. They makes prices go up which affects my budget. If security measures are needed to stop theft that is OK by me
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    Qantas Rip-off

    Qantas have been going downhill. I was a Qantas person but now a Virgin traveller. Singapore Airlines have a charge for allocating seats but it is $20 or $30. They will be charging for their awful food soon
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    Scammer swindles $18,000 from war veteran: 'It was extremely convincing'

    I really feel for people who have been scammed, particularly when they have not provided any information or "assisted" the scammers. Where there may have been an issue with bank security the people should be reimbursed. Where a person has given their information or enabled the scammers they are...
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    Struggling to claim your age pension? Centrelink explains why thousands face agonising waits

    Not easy. I waited 5 months for a part aged pension. Communication from them stopped after 2 months. I was told it was being processed. I thought I had been forgotten but when I rang I had a recorded voice telling me there were delays then hang up. Could only get a recording. Third call went...
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    What does YCWCYODFTRFDTY mean?

    Don't you have to make a donation to the Royal Flying Doctor Service to find out the meaning to this... I hope you don't publish what it means .... please
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    Are you eligible? Aussies are now getting health insurance coverage for as low as $3.22 per day thanks to little-known government rebates!

    I received a call from lady to compare insurance. I organised fid a call back in Jan. When she called back I wasn't ready and told her however she just kept talking. Next thing I was speaking to broker who in 25 minutes found be a better policy but wanted me to change immediately. I said no I...
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    Government cracks down on NDIS fraud and overcharging: 'There is no room for rorts'

    About time. People with funding gave been overcharged for most things since NDIS started. Example If you want a wheelchair (not specifically made) you need an assessment from an occupational therapist who will write a report for NDIS approval. Generally the wheelchair will then cost $800 min...
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    Discovery of 'baby rat' in food can urges immediate investigation in Coles supermarket

    In The baby rat was in a sealed can and could have been sold in any major store. Why the misleading headline inferring it was Coles doing. Yes disgusting find though.
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    Visitors in Perth find their cars covered in notes warning them to stay away

    I now live in Perth (12 months) and would love to see the sculptures. I won't go though because the parking is horrendous and parking fines are abundant. The area has a dreadful reputation for parking fines. 5 mts over will cost you $100
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    Aussie mum's stovetop gets a dramatic upgrade with this cleaner – is it worth the hype?

    I use Gumption paste for cleaning most things such as my cooktop, stone benchtop, walls, pots, furniture, bathroom, tiles etc. Use with a soft scourer and the results are great. Cheap and effective
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    Hi 👋 I am new to this forum. Lived in Sydney for most of my life but moved to Perth 6 months ago. We are retired but will look for some volunteer work after Christmas. I am enjoying the quieter lifestyle of Perth
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