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    Pet attacks are rising, and councils are drawing the line—here’s what they want done about it

    Well, that is news to me. I don`t own a dog now, ours were always trained, via Puppy School, etc, But I take my Grandsons dog for a walk every morning, a Large Border Collie, who when GS, first got him, I told him, he needed to go to training, Puppy school etc Well, that...
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    If you’ve ever worried about getting older in the bush…this will hit home

    I agree, having worked in a Qld Health Facility, Great Staff, both Senior and Junior. Then moved and worked for another Great Age Care Company, in NSW. They were first based in Byron, then moved the Office to Coolangatta. Then moved to Mackay, to be closer to Family, (my Husband had...
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    Crumbling roads catch Aussie advocacy groups' attention: 'People want better'

    Try the Bruce Highway, after one leaves the Gympie bypass. Absolute disgrace, and yes one is always trying to swerve around potholes, and some are so big, if one hit them, major damage. And considering the amount of Vans and Motor Homes on the road, it makes for a major problem...
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    New coeliac disease blood test set to enable diagnosis on gluten-free diets

    You can get gluten free bread, biscuits, cereals etc. You would still have to count the Carbs, same as products with Gluten.
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    Scott Morrison receives country's highest honour for leading Australia through COVID crisis

    I will probably get slammed for this, but since being in Australia, I have noticed that Politics has gone down the sewer. Also I think that Julia Gillard and Julie Bishop, unfortunately not on the same side, would have made great leaders. Julia didn`t get a chance, insulted by...
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    Brisbane City Council to offer free green bins, but no food organics bins

    My Sister and Families have had them for years as well. They live in the Shellharbour and Woollongong areas.
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    Scott Morrison receives country's highest honour for leading Australia through COVID crisis

    And he didn`t even do that properly. Ruled by Rupert Murdoch in America. Probably with the promise of funds to the cult scomo belonged to.
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    Last Eungella dairy farm closing as milk becomes 'cheaper than water'

    Well, at least NZ milk is on par with Australian milk and regulations. But we need to support the local industry.
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    Australia Post responds to surge in attacks with urgent new move

    It should be a law, that once a dog is registered, It goes to obedience school. Taught how to interact with other dogs, people, people on bikes, motor scooters, etc. Our dog never was a problem, and in NZ, I trained both our dogs to interact with other dogs, cats etc. Also as some...
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    Resident-to-resident aggression is common in nursing homes. Here’s how we can improve residents’ safety

    in many Nursing homes, yes they do have locked areas, especially with Dementia Residents. But, the problem is, not experienced Staff. Having worked in both Facilities and Community, before I had to retire, due to the fact of having to work with Staff, who should not be working...
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    Green bin waste holds key to next big energy breakthrough

    So agree. Been around for a lot of years, especially in Europe.
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    Are You at Risk? New Three Strikes Bin Rule Could Impact Your Household—Here’s What You Need to Know

    Unfortunately, even in my own Family, Adult Grand children, their recycling is just about non existent. Even today, I removed a drink tin out of the red bin, to the yellow, for my Grandson. 32yrs old. And a recreational fisherman. Considering from when I was growing up, basically...
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    These Lifelike Robots Are Taking Over Australia—Find Out Why Seniors and Kids Can’t Get Enough

    When working in a Nursing Home, a number of residents, with 1st and 2nd stage Dementia, had those cats. Some had dolls. It gave them comfort, and if agitated, would calm them down. This was about 30+ years ago.
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    Are you relying on these meds at home? Doctor reveals reason why Aussies should slow down from taking them

    When my kids were toddlers, 50+ years ago, I had these child locks on doors under the bench. I came in from the clothes line one day, and my son had the tin of Golden Syrup on the floor, using fingers, having fun. Easy to clean him. Into the bath. But the cupboard, doors and...
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    You’ll Never Look at This Popular Lunch Box Snack the Same Way After This Aussie’s Shocking Discovery

    It`s half healthy junk food. I guess so many who think they are doing the right thing, also go to McDonalds, or all the other junk food take aways.
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    Aussies face skyrocketing prices for essential staples

    Butter in its natural state can be softened by whipping it with water. Start slowly, as we used to have about 5 slabs in the bowl (commercial use) and we knew how much water we needed for each 500g. Needed it soft to make sandwiches, (Coffee Lounge). That`s how they make soft butter...
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    Seniors brace for a hit as the freeze ends—what it could mean for your pension payments

    Well, quite frankly, it doesn`t matter what Party is in, both major Parties, will hit the Pensioners. So, I don`t know why everyone blames Albanese. And lets face it, that Cult following twit, that was supposedly leading this country, was under Americas thumb, via Rupert Murdoch...
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    Camping trips could cost $700 a week—how one petition fights to keep family holidays affordable

    Was going to sign the NSW petition, it`s only for that State. As many bush campers do travel over the borders, all States should be able to sign.
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    Are You Making This Shocking Public Space Mistake That Left One Member Furious?

    Vaping is bad enough, but walked past a couple who were smoking, sitting on a seat, on the pavement. I just glared at them, and held my hand across my face. They were outside some shops, and probably if the shop Assistants had approached they may have been abused, this couple where...
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    Are you making this common recycling mistake that's sending all your efforts straight to landfill?

    As I do not have much rubbish, a supermarket green bag, (usually use the net bags, but when needed use a plastic bag,) which will last for 2-3 weeks. And if I forget my net bags. I use a paper mushroom bag. Just let the girls` know if not mushrooms. One just has to think about trying...
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