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    25 Years Later: Woman's Outrageous Discovery About Her Precious Wedding Dress—Could It Happen to You?

    The boxes are taped shut to keep out bugs and moths, and you void the dry cleaner's warranty if you open it. Mine has a double lid. You can open the first lid and underneath is a lid with a large clear "window". I can see it is my dress, but after 33 years I can also see that the lace bodice is...
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    Remembering the lives of Aussie TV icon Dawn Kenyon (92) and acclaimed Hollywood actor Donald Sutherland (88)

    I'm a bit confused. Alan Alda played Hawkeye Pierce in MASH. I don't remember Donald Sutherland being in MASH at all.
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    Selling gone wrong: Man allegedly assaults woman and steals designer handbag

    I've sold a lot through Facebook and not had any problems. When I was clearing out my late Mum's house, I sold vintage china, homewares and clothing. Also regular clothing, school uniforms etc. I find local BSS groups and special interest groups, like vintage clothing and vintage china, are...
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    Aussies enraged by this prevalent misuse of disabled parking! Are you guilty of it too?

    My local shopping centre has bollards down the middle of the yellow-lined spaces so people can't park there. It seems to work well.
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    Ticketing platform data breach exposes millions as cyber threats intensify in Australia

    Fairly sure it was legit, although wary just in case.
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    Ticketing platform data breach exposes millions as cyber threats intensify in Australia

    I received an email from Ticketek today informing me about this. Towards the end, they ask you to click on a link to review cyber security guidelines! Really??? When we are taught to NEVER click on links!!!
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    Doctor reveals a disturbing fact about your toothbrush—are you cleaning it enough?

    I soak our toothbrushes every week in hot water with a denture tablet.
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    Coming in hot: ALDI's snow gear Special Buys are back!

    My family have bought ski jackets and pants, merino thermal underwear and various accessories over the years. The are surprisingly good quality and prices are great. The down side is you often need to get there early and queue in order to get the items you want.
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    Check You Bank Statements..........Strange To Say The least

    What a cruel thing to say! Every member here has the right to post without being humiliated by keyboard warriors! :(
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    These 5 laundry mistakes might make your clothes dirtier!

    So sheets and towels need a hot wash but cotton and wool items need a cool wash? Err, aren't most sheets and towels made of cotton? Cotton and wool need completely different wash cycles and temperatures.
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    ‘Made me sick’: Shoppers are turning their noses up at Kmart's controversial candles!

    I would never burn cheap candles, they are made from paraffin wax and chemical fragrances, the fumes are really toxic! I only use candles made from soy wax or beeswax and natural fragrances from essential oils. Yes, they are much more expensive, but they do make lovely gifts.
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    Flying foxes pollinate forests and spread seeds. Here’s how we can make peace with our noisy neighbours

    This article is very timely, as we have just discovered a small group of flying foxes living in a large tree across the road in a neighbour's backyard. I had been wondering what was making this strange noise every night. Then a few nights ago we saw them flying out from the tree, circling round...
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    Pensioners scammed out of $1,700,000

    What a nasty, horrible thing to say to a member of this group! This couple have lost everything! How about a bit of empathy!
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    Tech Talk with Dr Al: Smart Watches – Narrow the Choices

    I've had a Garmin Lily for about 3 years and I love it. It has fairly basic functions, which is all I need. I bought it because I wanted a nice looking ladies' watch that still looks nice when you go out, not a huge clunky black sports watch. Mine has rose gold edging and a black leather band...
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    How do I handle it if my parent is refusing aged care? 4 things to consider

    Thank you, this is very timely advice for me. We are going through this at the moment with my elderly Dad who has had a stroke.
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    State health authorities battling surge of COVID-like illness

    Covid is a type of Coronavirus, NOT Influenza. They are different.
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