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    ‘A true blue Australian’: Woman discovers her neighbour's ‘capsule wardrobe’ — and it's too good not to share!

    I dont care he wears the same thing, it does make the decision of what to wear easier. I am impressed how neatly he hung out the washing. Easy to fold and put away as well.
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    Woolworths goes green: Say goodbye to 15c plastic bags in ALL stores nationwide!

    It will never please a small percentage of the shopping public, as they do not want to be told, or be expected to bring bags. It is not that hard to remember your own bags, and if you do forget, put everyting in the trolley and take it to your car. I'm sure there is a way to get your groceries...
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    Unpacking the issue: Supermarkets under fire for excessive plastic packaging

    I dont like all the packaaging on these fruit and veggies, but I would prefer to try and deal with plastic than the many unwashed hands, some from littlies checking everything out, that touch these products constantly. I have worked in a supermarket and I have seen first hand what some people...
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    At 79, Geoff came out of retirement for an unexpected reason

    It is true we have all paid taxes in some form during our working lives. However, and I am on a pension, I dont feel it is the government's responsibility to give us a handout. I was a stay at home mum, with a mechanic husband, so our lives were not extravagant. I did return to work once my...
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    Karl Stefanovic's shocking brush with the law: What led to the Today Show host receiving an 'adult caution'?

    Maybe not relevant to you, but it is a good way to stay informed on lots of topics. I know I have learnt a lot of different things since I have been getting SDC emails. Maybe not all relevant to me but definitely to the wider world. I want to know what is going on and not just in a world of...
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    ‘Luxe for Less’: This $25 Candle from Woolworths is a Dupe for a $55 Luxury Product!

    Not a fan of candles for smell. And really dont like frangrances in my home either. I find them rather sickly and never seem to last. Handy if there is a blackout though, but not for $25.
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    Rising costs got you worried? Coles is offering better value with its latest price freeze program!

    Dropped and locked prices are all well and good, but some of these goods now no longer go on special. So you never get them at half price so you can stock up during that time. So even though it is good to know they are not going up in price, they are also not coming down either.
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    Oven-baked Creamy Chicken Risotto

    Thanks again Sethia for another delicious sounding recipe. I have again started to cook as I prefer simple but tasy meals and I think I can manage these recipes. I dont like cooking.
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    We Studied The Tree Rings Of The Batavia Shipwreck Timbers – They Told Us Much About Global Seafaring History

    There are brutes in all cultures. History does not have to repeat itself.
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    Golden Sips: Is this $32 Coffee with 23-Karat Gold Worth the Price?

    Have we no shame? Drinking gold on a very expensive coffee doesnt make you a legend. It makes you gullible and a little ridiculous, in my opinion.
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    What Risks Could Pet Hamsters And Gerbils Pose In Australia?

    Another trendy influencer idea that could have consequences. We have enough cute animals already in Australia that having to have an imported designer one shouldnt be allowed. Really people, think before you act.
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    Learning grammar is just as important as it always was but the way we teach it has changed

    And also these days the use of the 'I' and 'me". It more often than not is used incorrectly. Once upon a time it was the other way around. So irritating. But I think we are fighting a losing battle to get the younger generation to understand grammar. I know someone who consistenly writes 'use'...
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    Crikey! The Evolution of the Aussie Accent: Are We Becoming More Americanised?

    I certainly hope that the Australian accent is not lost. It is such a unique way of speaking. There is one thing that drives me nuts though, and this is not accent related but pronunciation.. why is known, grown, blown, often pronounced knowen, growen, blowen etc. It makes me shudder when I...
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    Why are shoppers so invested in this in-store cafe video?

    I think there are enough cafes around these big stores and in shopping centres, that another inside Kmart seems pointless to me. With the eating habits of this generation, Kmart would not only have to return moved items to their correct place, but also clear up the mess made by having food in...
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    What’s the ‘weight set point’, and why does it make it so hard to keep weight off?

    My weight has always been an issue for me. I could lose weight when I was younger but after turning 60 (and the years that have followed), I have struggled and when my son took a photo of me with my youngest grandson, I knew I had to do something. I thought I had a healthy diet, but obviously...
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    The NDIS promises lifelong support – but what about end-of-life support for people with disability?

    My 18 year old grandson has Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. It is a terminal condition and his mother has often had to fight to get the things he needs to make his quality of life acceptable. Having a child with a diasability, the system shouldnt make their life harder. He can be stable for a...
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    Thinking Of Buying An Electric Vehicle For Your Next Car? Here’s The Market Outlook And What To Consider

    Look at the reviews for MG SUV RIcci. My son had one as a hire car and said it was the worst car he had ever drive, and he's driven a lot. Hard to see the speedo, clunky in cruise control and dash not easy to use. Just do some research. :)
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    At chocolate time, we’ve discovered what the brands that score best on child labour and the environment have in common

    As Cheezil said, we only know what we are told. But I'm sure these companies are scrutinised and need to be reasonably compliant. But that is any interesting read and surprising with some of the brands.
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