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  1. KaraJenna

    Selfish parking act sparks outrage: ‘I struggled to get into my car’

    At least there were disabled parking spaces. Short supply at my shopping centre used by residents from several nearby large retirement villages. Two weeks before Christmas they deleted 2 of the designated spaces!
  2. KaraJenna

    This powerful reminder about road deaths is hidden in a Christmas tree

    Do not allow yourself to be distracted while driving! Heartfelt advice.
  3. KaraJenna

    Aussies shocked over trial beachside fee: 'Why should we have to pay?'

    What's the issue? Not paying for actual beach access, just parking because of the demand. If object go somewhere else. Not as if Australia is short of decent beaches!
  4. KaraJenna

    End of an Era: What led ABC's Karina Carvalho to walk away after 17 years?

    It is sad to see the resignations of journalists with such integrity. I am uncertain about the up and coming journos who will replace them in the climate of social media scrutiny. The pressures they face can be horrendous, cf Stan Grant.
  5. KaraJenna

    The Seniors Discount Club Christmas Charity Fundraiser!

    I could do without some of your hyperbole in the titles of links. Apart from that I take what interests me and leave the rest. Thankyou. May I suggest a First Nations charity? It has been a difficult year and you cannot get more 'Australian' than them! There are a number of them. Books and...
  6. KaraJenna

    What’s behind the Wales' surprising Christmas card this year?

    Oh for goodness sake! Does it really matter in the schemes of life?
  7. KaraJenna

    Remembering the lives of broadcasting legend Arthur Wyndham (98) and film and TV star Jack Hogan (94)

    2 brightest stars? Never heard of either of them! Mayde brighter would lessen the hyperbole!
  8. KaraJenna

    SDC Trivia Game #199 - 11/12/2023

    I knew that one ! Simply an older woman with an interest in miscellaneous info. Definitely no fashionista, I dress for comfort!
  9. KaraJenna

    'It’s so bad!': American reacts to Aussie version of Target

    I would like to point out the stores here and in the US had totally different beginnings. Our Target stores are nothing to do with US ones apart from some similar merchandise. Don't make assumptions solely on a similar name lady! We are NOT an extention of your country, thankfully!
  10. KaraJenna

    Could your pet’s Christmas gift be deadly? Kmart shoppers warned against dog treats!

    Drat! I just had my terrier's Christmas/holidays treats from Kmart delivered this afternoon. Will take rawhide out of stocking, doesn't like them anyway. He gets one treat a day and has a good sense for things not good for him, except chocolate!
  11. KaraJenna

    Want to save money on your next trip? This clever trick lets you bring more clothes on a plane for free!

    Lug a heavy pillow? And manage usual carryons? With a walking stick? Nah, I manage very well without a mountain of clothes! Incidentally this has been done for more years these influencers have been alive, along with the wearing of more than one outfits and stuffing extra pockets! We may be...
  12. KaraJenna

    Senior debunks 'toxic' myths of their generation

    We had very similar experiences. Built house around us after winning a ballot to get into a building society to get a very small loan, not claimable until house to lock up stage. So constantly working and scrimping to get next stage done. Repeat. Repeat. Etcetera. Yes mattress on floor. Tying...
  13. KaraJenna

    Want to fix your hunchback at home in 10 minutes? This chiropractor says it's possible!

    All very well if you are nimble enough to get down and up from the floor! No good for me!
  14. KaraJenna

    Is self-serve checkout turning the ‘middle-class’ into shoplifters? The Marks and Spencer boss thinks so!

    Never use self checkout! I prefer to help check out people keep their jobs! There are plenty of people out there with a loose moral compass who will take any chance they can to con someone else, big corporation or small business operator!
  15. KaraJenna

    Debate flares up over tradie’s unexpected request

    Please, no! US experiences were difficult paying accounts with various state taxes and surcharges. Tipping was a nightmare when you learnt of payment conditions How about we be innovative! Carry some gift cards for instance, being careful they are for real and current, in various amounts, to be...
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