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    Eating unwashed apples? Here’s what a shocking new study reveals about this common habit!

    The pesticides on fruit is full of chemicals and unfortunately America and Australia, has the highest incident of pesticides and GM foods in the world.
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    'I wouldn't mind living on an island for a while': Aussie retiree reveals his dream lifestyle worth $18,000 a year

    I thought the same, as many years ago I knew a couple who lived in Thailand, but received an Australian Pension. They would come back every 3 months for a week, then head back. That way they would still receive the pension.
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    The truth about supermarket meat that will make you want farm-to-plate today!

    I don`t eat meat, but when my Husband was alive we always bought meat from the local butchers. Also if I am cooking for Family, local butchers are were I buy any meat. As we come from a Farming Family, I know how important it is for them to get a decent payment not only for their...
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    Autumn at Hill End

    Thanks, will go and have a look. Going to Orange to house and dog sit, but also have a Friend in a Bathurst Nursing Home who I will visit. So will definitely go and explore.
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    Autumn at Hill End

    Lovely old building, but where is Hill End
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    Chinese chicken salad refreshing and yum

    Can also substitute tofu or tined legumes for chicken.
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    Cash-ing in on savings: Supermarket’s discount sparks return to paper money

    In Mackay, the bulk Health food shop offers discount for cash. I have also noticed that a few Cafe`s, and the markets are as well.
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    An Aussie's 25-cent gesture completely confuses McDonald's employee — Find out why!

    I like to use cash, one, we pay cash for Tai Chi, and also small business`s have to charge a surcharge for Credit cards. Also, I have 2 money boxes. Silver goes into my Great Granddaughters, and gold into mine. We are heading to NZ for Christmas, for a Family time at my...
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    Warning about using bank cards to top up gocards

    That happened to me many years ago. I went straight into the Bank, lucky it was a week day, and told them. They did inform me that it would take a few weeks to get sorted, which it was. Now I either get cash out at a supermarket, or the Bank, only on a working day.
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    Ask Joy: I think someone I know needs a little help.

    Unfortunately, too many Providers are not doing the right thing. Also, a lot of their `workers` are not qualified. I know in the area I live, I have to tell people their rights. Also they can change providers if not happy with who they have. Unfortunately, Feros is not in this...
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    Ask Joy: I think someone I know needs a little help.

    If you live in an area that has Feros Care, ring them direct, and they should be able to help you.
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    Coles slashes prices on dozens of pantry staples and winter essentials in 12-week promotion

    I only look at specials that save $1 or more per item. Most are just 50c. Especially the 2 for $7 (ie) and you only save 50c on each item. It`s all a con. Also look at unit pricing. That tells you whether it is a decent special or not.
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    Kitchen Cleaning Secrets Unveiled: Are You Skipping These Essential Tasks?

    But then, common sense seems to have flown out the window.
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    Mother's controversial budget washing hack goes viral – see why the internet is outraged!

    Also, all these disposable nappies cause micro plastics get into the system when they are dumped. Run off from tips, eventually end up in the water ways.
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    Tomatoes

    Super market tomatoes are GM. I buy from local markets, the ones I eat raw. Or if Organic are marked down, buy them. Normal tomatoes, marked down, I buy for cooking only.
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    Mum's markdown secret saves her tons of groceries for $3.30—find out how!

    I look for the veges mark down. Tomatoes, which are still great after being in a bowl on the bench for 1-2 weeks. Though usually use them for cooking. Also Apples, etc. Anything that does not require eating within a couple of days due to general spoilage. Greens, berries, and...
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    Get the Inside Scoop on the Government's Mega $4.8 Million Strategy to Combat Elder Abuse! Protect Your Loved Ones Now!

    Because the National Seniors and COTA are advocates for Age Care. They have been pushing for change for a number of years. Not only with this Government. Not only in Elder Abuse, but the running of Nursing Homes, which certainly need looking into, having worked in a number as...
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    Tourist loses it over outrageous cider prices in Australia – see how much they're charging for a pint!

    Unfortunately if one wants to drink in a pub, even a Club, the prices are high. Yes been to Weatherspoon`s. One of my Sister`s and my favourite Pub. As they have that special column, on meals. And they serve great food. And drinks. Especially in some of those old buildings.
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