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    Election alert: Here's how to make sure you're prepared for Australia's biggest day

    Would like to know when and how to get ballot papers for doing a postal vote.
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    Aussies share a 'big worry hanging on our heads' as cost of living continues to rise

    I had no trouble finding employment in my 40s and 50s having been retrenched, or the company closing. If you have trade skills and experience you have a better chance. References also help. Had to prove my capability each time , but found employer's willing to...
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    Do you have a show or movie recommendation?

    Adolescence on Netflix. It's a true story.
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    ‘It is a very close race’: New poll reveals a shocking election twist

    If we actually got the people we voted for it might be a different story. Abolish preferences. One vote. One value. Adopt the English system, and make candidates put their money where their mouths are.
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    Aussies boost retirement funds with $470,500 pension trick

    I worked in England for 6 years before migrating when I was 21. When I turned 65 and still working, I got a part AUS pension.l retired at 67, and got the full pension. Centrelink then said l "HAD" to apply for the English pension and sent me the...
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    ‘No second chances’: The strict road rule leaving motorists fuming

    The easiest way for cash strapped governments to raise money is to increase taxes or find something else to fine motorists for. Real criminals don't pay fines, motorists do.
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    ‘Please be more considerate’: The photo that has Melbourne shoppers fuming

    Lost count of the number of times l see people with no children park in spots for mother's and babies.
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    SDC Trivia Game #660 - 16/03/2025

    9 out of 10.
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    General Discussion Thread 14.03.2025

    There was a time when l wouldn't eat onions, but that changed. However l still don't like tomatoes despite liking tomato soup and sauce. Another thing l dislike is garlic.
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    General Discussion Thread 12.03.2025

    My birthday is in 2 weeks time.l've been asked what l want. There's nothing l need or want at the moment. However when you know what a person's interests are , gift cards are useful. It could be books, music, movies etc. ln reality though, all he wants is...
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    73-year-old caught driving despite 92-year ban—how does this keep happening?

    At what age is too old to drive?. We are all different. Will we have to prove we are physically and mentally capable to drive at a certain age?. I'm 76 , still have all of my faculties, and drive daily.
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    If you could invent a holiday, what would it be?

    How about a "No Woke" day. A day where no-one gets offended or upset by anything.
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    Metal Razor's.

    Metal Razor's. When l first started shaving they were called "Safety Razor's" as opposed to the "Cutthroat" ones. Still managed to get many nicks and cuts. How many remember using Alum Blocks or Styptic Pencils to stop bleeding?. These are still available.
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    'What the h*** is that?': Drivers share their confusion over bustling city's road signs!

    There are far too many inconsistencies in our road rules!. Each state has it's own, just like foreign countries.
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    Truckers Everywhere Are Applauding This Caravan Driver's Unexpected Move on the Highway – Find Out Why!

    Many year's ago we would drive overnight to Adelaide. Most of the way was single lane highway. Back then truck drivers would put their right indicator on to let you it was safe to overtake them.
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    SDC Trivia Game #650 - 06/03/2025

    I got 8 right.
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    Customer faces unexpected cash deposit issue: 'I won't be dealing with them after this'

    I go to my local CommBank every week to withdraw cash from the ATM. It's usually in $50 notes. They have a change machine, but that's for business card owners only. The tellers will change the $50 notes to smaller ones, but only if you are a customer...
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    State officialises new rules when it comes to rubbish! Are you ready for the changes?

    There 's also the refund on drinks cans and glass bottles.
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