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  1. GrannyJA!

    Great Aussie debate returns as iconic brand revives classic campaign

    My opinion, if you don't like it 'don't buy it'. Coca-Cola, like any other business, won't keep producing something that doesn't sell.
  2. GrannyJA!

    Is this ad 'embarrassing'? Real estate agent's flyer steals locals' attention

    It's not offensive, nobody gets hurt, if it works for him, good luck to the crazy bugger.
  3. GrannyJA!

    Shocking Discovery: A Road Sign Uncovers the Unsettling History of a Beloved Tourist Hotspot

    I still can't understand why so many animals are killed on our roads. I've been driving for 54 years and have never hit, let alone killed, any animal. We often used to travel in the sun-up and sundown times of the day, seeing lots of wildlife and still avoiding killing anything. Now driving...
  4. GrannyJA!

    Truckers Everywhere Are Applauding This Caravan Driver's Unexpected Move on the Highway – Find Out Why!

    Ssometimes just being aware that a vehicle towing a caravan (or anything else) or a truck (any other heavy vehicle) does not have the same capacity to stop in a hurry as an average car, can be the difference between being safe and a very unpleasant outcome.
  5. GrannyJA!

    ‘I had a hand in killing my dog’: The treatment some owners wish they never tried

    My dog gets a dignified ending, not a possible 'extra 6-12 months at the risk of bloody misery.
  6. GrannyJA!

    Are you feeding these feathered backyard visitors? Here's why you should not do it

    I am guilty of feeding sunflower seeds to sulphur crested cockatoos. Only when the sunflowers are blooming and in an effort to keep the noisy buggers away from the actual flowers.
  7. GrannyJA!

    From blooms to hampers: Celebrate Mum with Interflora

    Uunfortunately most of the flowers we purchase in Australia are imported, picked by people being paid 'bugger all'. Some get as little as $2 a week (Africa) and even supervised by Australian workers who should know better than to treat another human being like this, just for profit. I've even...
  8. GrannyJA!

    This Everyday Beverage Might Be The Secret To Warding Off Heart Disease, Scientists Say!

    I gave up coffee. Now I have extra time and inclination for other pursuits. I can still enjoy a 'morning tea' with a friend, without the coffee, there are plenty of alternatives. And the money saved is another factor.
  9. GrannyJA!

    Avoid these catastrophic carry-on packing errors most passengers make!

    How do you get around the 'liquid limit' when bringing your own drinks and snacks?
  10. GrannyJA!

    Stop Sabotaging Your Cleaning Efforts: The Top 8 Mistakes You're Making at Home

    My simple theory is that if you 'don't let small jobs become big jobs' your life is a lot simpler. I have a hubby who is a 'I was going to get to it' type. I'm the type who sees it, does it. Many small and quick jobs don't need to become major and time consuming.
  11. GrannyJA!

    'Fantastic solution': Kmart find making pet caravanning easy

    We also have one of these, as I love camping. Unfortunately my puppy hates being in the car. Any clues on how to overcome this are very welcome. We've tried containing her, we've invested in the back-seat set-up where she can still see between the front seats, and have the full range of the...
  12. GrannyJA!

    TV Host Exposes Ben Affleck's Shocking On-Air Behavior – See Why He's Being Called 'Rude'!

    Hasn't Joe Average ever had to 'fake it' to get through a work day? Surely the rich and famous are surrounded by people looking after their health, be it mental or physical. A bloke with his assets can Surely afford to reschedule/ take a personal or mental health day. The public doesn't have to...
  13. GrannyJA!

    Deb's Dollar Dazzlers: Recession Busters

    Well done, though some things are a little time consuming.
  14. GrannyJA!

    Are you getting $1,200 from Centrelink soon? Read this urgent warning now

    This is a true low. Hitting people who access Centrelink is basically robbing the poor (or comparably poor). Why don't they try something challenging and scam Gina, Clive etc?
  15. GrannyJA!

    Shocking claims reveal misrepresented durability in these vehicles, risk rises

    My parents had 2, auto 4 her and manual 4 him.
  16. GrannyJA!

    Shocking claims reveal misrepresented durability in these vehicles, risk rises

    Similarly the Austin 1800 was the most comfortable old beast I sat in back in the day.
  17. GrannyJA!

    Shocking claims reveal misrepresented durability in these vehicles, risk rises

    Yes, my daughter also has issues with her 4 wheel drive Haval dual cab ute. To put it in a nutshell, the same $$$ on a 10 year old Toyota cruiser.
  18. GrannyJA!

    This Is What Happens to Your Body After Drinking Coke - Why Thousands Are Being Recalled Right Now!

    Why did it take till the summery to mention that recall was, in fact, in Europe?
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