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    Grandfather with dementia tragically dies after care home staff fail to follow vital instructions

    It certainly does, and not many people (working in Nursing homes, or community) aren`t trained to deal with people with any kind of Dementia. Some Nursing homes and Community Care Organizations hire untrained staff as they are cheaper. It is going to be a long haul for any Government to...
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    Discover the Genius Hack Woolworths Shoppers Swear By to Fix a Frustrating Home Issue – It’s a Complete Game-Changer!

    Instead of using wood for paper bags, Hemp is cheap, doesn`t use excess water, and makes excellent products, Shopping bags, products for house building, list goes on. Why Governments don`t investigate, into using Hemp is beyond me. But then perhaps not. Governments roll to...
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    Australians outraged! This hidden detail in the photo could drain your wallet by hundreds – can you spot it?

    So totally agree Drive on the Bruce H`way, and I`m on speed control, and the amount of cars, and 4WD`s that overtake me and they are lost on the Horizon.
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    From confusion to clarity: myGovID app gets a fresh new identity soon!

    You can still use the usual MyGov site on the computer. I put very little on my phone. Easier to lose a phone than a laptop or desktop.
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    From confusion to clarity: myGovID app gets a fresh new identity soon!

    Government IT need to do these changes to justify their jobs.
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    'What the actual f*** are these?' Shoppers respond to Coles' '2D pumpkins' for sale

    I am now on my own, and when I buy items like pumpkin, sweet potato, Cauliflower etc, which are more than 1 serving, I bulk cook, then heat in micro when its dinner time. Or sometimes, add to a salad for lunch. A lot cheaper to buy a full vege as above than half or quarter.
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    Insurance company report reveals hotspots for car crashes nationwide

    You obviously haven`t driven on the Bruce H`way north of Gympie.
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    Ask Joy: I think someone I know needs a little help (Part 2).

    This is the problem with so many Providers. Every cost should be explained fully when signing a Person up. But too many Providers a ripping off the system. And it pays to have a Family member with you when a Provider comes to sign you up.
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    This major caravan blunder sparks call for driver's licence overhaul: ‘It’s scary and very dangerous’

    Also have lessons on towing. And when towing, Road courtesy. So many caravaners trundle along at 70-80, then on a passing lane speed up. Then back down to go slow. Especially on the Bruce. Which is very limited in passing lanes, but do have a number of areas for Truck/Car pull offs so...
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    Shoppers outraged! See the 'disgusting' act inside Woolworths that's causing a massive divide

    So true, people who put their kids in the trolley where we put our produce etc, in should be pulled up. there are trolleys where kids sit. Not in the basket part. Ane animals in Supermarkets, Unless its Assistant Dogs, should not be allowed. But then some adults and children, same
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    This possible road rule overhaul may force you to change your driving habits ASAP!

    QLD, From north Gympie. Roads full of pot holes, not enough passing lanes, and slow drivers speeding up at the few passing lanes, then slowing down, back on single.
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    Discover the massive new avocado that's taking Australia by storm – it stays ripe for days, but there's a twist you need to know!

    I bought 2 from the markets in Yeppoon when I was staying down that way. Taste, great, just wrap left over in foil or glad wrap, or place in sealed container. As most go brown on top, this is no different, and doesn`t change the taste.
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    River's troubling results flow into new concerns: Aussie residents’ water quality in hot water

    Like the sprays that are used in agriculture. Probably all from Monsanto. Poison. Spray on weeds, but produce doesn`t die as is it GM to withstand weed/insect spray.
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    'Something is going very wrong': Stories from one Aussie hospital tell grim reality healthcare systems face

    It is not just the `rich` who just roll up to emergency. Will in Emergency a few years ago with my Husband, Parents with kids running wild, parents going outside to smoke, accessing the junk machine for soft drinks, chips etc. Didn`t look as if there was anything wrong with them...
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    Law firm seeks class action over heartburn medication used by millions of Aussies

    And there are hundreds+ of Seniors on so much medication and a lot mentioned, that are just so unnecessary
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    Greengrocer claims ‘greedy’ supermarkets are overcharging for produce

    A reason for local Fruit and Vege shops have to charge the price they do is because of transport costs. The benefit of shopping in the above is that at least it is fresher than the supermarkets. Bought from the markets, goes to their Brisbane warehouse, then dished out to the various...
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    AIBU 09.09.2024

    So agree to all above. Anyway, your Husbands sisters can look after themselves. Surely they have jobs. You and Your Children come first.
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    Café's $1 surcharge draws mixed reaction—sneaky move or necessary cost?

    Same. I get a ginger beer or cider, and ask no ice. If they put ice in or insist I have to have ice. No thanks. I am the customer and I will have and pay for what I asked for. They then have to comply. And I make sure they don`t charge extra. Especially when away from home.
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