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    Deb’s Dollar Diaries: Recession Busters

    ⭐ Want more articles like this? Becoming an SDC Rewards Member is the best way to show your support. ⭐ Note from the Editor: This article was kindly written for the SDC by member @Deejay11. Introducing the author: I’m @Deejay11, a mostly retired worker and member of SDC who strives to enjoy...
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    Home & Garden Easter Sale: Up to 30% OFF site-wide @ Ergoflex*

    Easter Sale: Up to 30% OFF site-wide @ Ergoflex* Australia's first mattress-in-a-box — and still the best. Ergoflex* has just launched a huge site-wide Easter Sale* with discounts even the Easter Bunny would hop at. Save up to 30% on: • Mattresses* • Bed Frames* • Pillows* • Protectors* •...
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    Do We Need the Moon?

    ⭐ Want more articles like this? Becoming an SDC Rewards Member is the best way to show your support. ⭐ Note from the Editor: This article was kindly written for the SDC by member @Doctor Alan. In an ever-changing world with doubts about climate change, a multitude of senseless conflicts, and...
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    Market Volatility Happens — Here’s Why It’s Not the End of the World— by Noel Whittaker

    Noel Whittaker is the author of Wills, Death & Taxes Made Simple and numerous other books on personal finance. Email: [email protected] It’s been chaos in the markets — more like a Netflix thriller than a finance report. One day it’s panic, the next euphoria, then straight back to...
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    Ask Joy: The stress of it all

    ⭐ Want more articles like this? Becoming an SDC Rewards Member is the best way to show your support. ⭐ Note from the Editor: This article was kindly written for the SDC by retired psychologist/ member @Joy Straw. ‘When confronted with devastating news stories or the shock of a serious illness...
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    Ask Joy: Is it too late?

    ⭐ Want more articles like this? Becoming an SDC Rewards Member is the best way to show your support. ⭐ Note from the Editor: This article was kindly written for the SDC by retired psychologist/ member @Joy Straw. Recently, when having a conversation with a group of strong, independent women...
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    Ask Joy: Do you have a question for a retired psychologist?

    Members, how are you keeping? The wonderful @Joy Straw is open for more questions and topic suggestions. Don't be a stranger ❤️ If you'd prefer to keep your question anonymous, simply message me on the forum and I can help pass your question along.
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    Member Benefit vs Death Benefit: what every retiree needs to know about super withdrawals— by Noel Whittaker

    Noel Whittaker is the author of Wills, Death & Taxes Made Simple and numerous other books on personal finance. Email: [email protected] The superannuation industry is heading for a reckoning, and the latest uproar over death benefits is just one more chapter in a long-running saga. In...
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    Scrumping with Roy’s ‘Gang’

    ⭐ Want more articles like this? Becoming an SDC Rewards Member is the best way to show your support. ⭐ Note from the Editor: This article was kindly written for the SDC by member @Doctor Alan. When I was about 10 or 11, our family lived in what was called a ‘Council House’ in Kingscroft Road...
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    Tech Talk with Dr Al: Backup for Security

    ⭐ Want more articles like this? Becoming an SDC Rewards Member is the best way to show your support. ⭐ Note from the Editor: This article was kindly written for the SDC by member @Doctor Alan. In one of my many jobs I was working in a place where all the records were kept on a computer system...
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    Easter Recipes (Easy to Difficult)

    Easter is fast approaching, so I thought I'd share a few recipes that I'm considering trying this year! Difficulty: Easy: Cadbury Mini Egg Cookies Medium: Orange-scented schiacciata Hard: Lemon cake with fudgy Lindt Bunny centre A favourite I plan to recreate are the Carmel Cookie Cups...
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    Fashion & Apparel Sherpa Vest $24.99 @ ALDI

    Sherpa Vest $24.99 @ ALDI From Saturday, April 5th, you can nab a Sherpa Vest from ALDI for just $24.99. This padded vest with sherpa contrast comes in two colours and is complete with a water-repellent finish, perfect for all your winter adventures. Shop here. Image Credit: ALDI
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    Home & Garden Easter Silicone Baking Mould $4 @ BIG W

    Easter Silicone Baking Mould $4 @ BIG W Get ready for Easter on a budget with this Silicone Baking Mould from BIG W. The fun egg and rabbit designs are great for chocolates and more. Shop here. Image Credit: BIG W
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    Groceries Carrot Cake Bites $24.90 @ Koko Black

    Carrot Cake Bites $24.90 @ Koko Black I had to pick my jaw up off the floor when I saw these white & milk chocolate carrot cake bites from Koko Black. Handcrafted with 100% natural ingredients, no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives, supporting 100% sustainably sourced cocoa. Shop...
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    2025 Hot Cross Bun Taste Test: The Best & Worst Easter Buns Ranked

    @Rosita1950 Ah, you've twisted my arm, I guess we'll HAVE to eat more hot cross buns for the greater good 🤭 😉
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    2025 Hot Cross Bun Taste Test: The Best & Worst Easter Buns Ranked

    But have you tried the Choc Chip Hot Cross Bun from Baker's Delight yet @Littleboy8 ? It's pretty incredible 👀
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    2025 Hot Cross Bun Taste Test: The Best & Worst Easter Buns Ranked

    Toasted with a bit of butter, delicious!
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    2025 Hot Cross Bun Taste Test: The Best & Worst Easter Buns Ranked

    Me too @darrellh, I've opened pandora's box with this review taste test :ROFLMAO:
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    Super for Housing: Smart Investment or Political Scare Tactic?— by Noel Whittaker

    Noel Whittaker is the author of Wills, Death & Taxes Made Simple and numerous other books on personal finance. Email: [email protected] The election’s getting close, and between now and polling day, we’ll be bombarded with an avalanche of sensational headlines, all designed to sway us...
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    2025 Hot Cross Bun Taste Test: The Best & Worst Easter Buns Ranked

    Easter is almost here, and you know what that means—hot cross bun season is in full swing! With supermarkets rolling out everything from classic spiced buns to wild, dessert-inspired creations, we at the SDC took it upon ourselves to find out which ones are worth your money. This year’s lineup...
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