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    Unbelievable ‘wild’ reality of living in Australia revealed by Robert Irwin!

    After putting my foot into my boot, I felt something move. Shook it out and it was a cane toad. Not harmful but definitely gross.
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    Overseas supermarkets ditched self-checkouts—should Coles, Woolworths, and ALDI follow suit?

    Over the years I have noticed different overseas fads. Back in the 60s it was Rods in Maths. When America’s found it was a disaster , the powers that be put it into our schools. There have been other things along the way. Now check outs. Keep maybe 3 and 6 operated ones. Why pick up something...
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    Outrage ensues as Woolworths makes a shocking change to their bag policy

    In 10 bags they would get an extra 1. Every 10000 bags they would get 1000 bags. At .25 cents they save $250 (if my maths still add up). The millions of bags they go through- that’s an amount that I wouldn’t mind in my pocket. How much longer can people continue to be screwed.
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    Study reveals which generation is buckling under the weight of financial stress

    So many parents gave these kids so much (because they either missed out or had to work for it) . So many kids want everything yesterday. They buy an expensive house, why not get a smaller one then up grade in a few years? Fill it with expensive furniture- what s wrong with second hand for a...
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    You won’t believe what this shopper did at Woolworths’ self-checkout: ‘Now I’ve seen it all!’

    Maybe they can have the fruit at the checkout and hand it out to kids as the groceries are being paid.
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    How an 81-year-old woman lost over $100k through fraud

    😢My heart aches for you. To have so much drama in your family and no one will help. Stay safe and try to take care of yourself.
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    How an 81-year-old woman lost over $100k through fraud

    One of my sons and one daughter. Have told all 4 why I chose those two and the 2 who weren’t named gave a sigh of relief. Actually the other 2 were better situated ( area , experience and family situation).
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    Poll estimates 2.4 million Aussies resorting to theft over financial woes amid cost-of-living crisis

    Irrespective of what excuses you make, stealing is a criminal offence and the person is a thief , selfish and has no care or consideration for others. The more things stolen the more costs will rise, and the more others who are struggling have to go without.
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    Outraged customer exposes KFC's 'small' chicken cuts: Are you getting less than you paid for?

    Suppose with the increased cost of food (grain) that farmers have to cut costs. KFC maybe supporting them by accepting shrinkflation - bantams.
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    How an 81-year-old woman lost over $100k through fraud

    I know some scumbags are relatives or friends, but this makes me in a hurry to finish my Power of Attorney Forms (2) completed so that if I lose my marbles no unauthorised person can take advantage.
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    Centrelink's outrageous wait times exposed as Senators grill bosses

    When Centrelink payments are increased , money has to come from somewhere- staff cuts. Less workers = less complaints. Looks good on paper.
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    Why you should be wary of Afterpay Plus according to financial experts

    It is so frustrating trying to get through to some people who can’t see reality.
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    Can you pass the maths test an Aussie teacher failed? Test your skills!

    Found an old report card from 1956. There were 44 kids to 1 teacher, 3 terms, 3 subjects - English, Maths, Social Studies.
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    Cowboys

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    Will you get a pension boost? Parliament is introducing a change for aged and veteran income thresholds!

    Maybe try room cleaning in caravan park or motel with accommodation thrown in, for 3 months at a time. They are desperate for workers. Have a holiday too.
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    Discover this surprising trick to dry your clothes faster and keep them soft

    Me too. Also put good shirts on hangers otherwise you get peg mark on the shoulders.
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    ‘Discriminatory’ detail in the car park of a recently opened Woolworths store left shoppers outraged

    Maybe they think we need the exercise of a longer walk.
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    Outrageous new trend in Aussie op shops sparks fury

    I used to volunteer at Vinnies. After a couple of months seeing people getting ripped off over things that were donated, I left.
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