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    Kiwi Dad's Emotional Grocery Shop in Australia Highlights Cost-of-Living Differences

    I was in N Z 3years ago and could not believe thecost differences, so stressful for fakalies and tourists, they even put an extra tax on the return of the motor home, they are certainly killing the goose that has laid golden eggs till the laughing P M arrived what a mistake but takes so long to...
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    ‘Not in the spirit of sport’: Peter Dutton backs bold new stance in explosive interview

    It really disappoints me that our pollies dont get on with the business of what we pay them tooo much to do, i am disappointed that opposition leader takes on many tasks that alienate the community from him, these people go thru huge hassles to feel right and then to be slammed down it is very...
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    Is your 'organic' food really organic? Shoppers are being misled—here’s what you need to know

    Organic what ?? the supermarkets are into this area like rats up drain pipes, they employ staff to get around the regs and basically to make more profit for the C E O . why am i cynical because im 80 yrs age and get annoyed with the bull sit that agencies continue to speel out like...
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    Are your high-visibility clothes making you invisible to car sensors? Find out now!

    Fascinating, i live in a regional city and at the railway crossings there are STOP sighs on an average we have one goods rail every 48 hours, usually about 1.00am morning so all the talk about pollution really is a way of attracting attention to a non existant problem, the cars emit more gases...
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    Discover how Peter Dutton's latest Centrelink proposal could affect your benefits!

    This sort of rubbish talk annoys me no end, Govt is elected to assist people live a life style that is conducive to good health as part of their function. In theory by blocking the use of the card for grog etc it does not stop the banned substances from coming into the communities, these...
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    Residents outraged over confusing, money grab road sign

    Hmmmm I live in regional victoria and on the rare occassions i go to Melbourne i often take trailer . On a visit a few months ago about 5.15 evening i was in urgent need to empty my bag from my cancer operation on my bladder, so parked on the side road of Whitehorse road, when i came back there...
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    ‘Ticking time bomb’ at Bunnings that could put you at risk—find out what it is before your next visit!

    Yes gardening is a very exciting part or full time career but like many things in life is necessary to keep within the boundaries, the pruning shears on active service are part of the maintance to control the plants that can be dangerous to the environment also the buildings they grow on.Yes...
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    Hidden charges alert: Aussies could be owed a fortune after $145 million illegal fees exposed!

    I am horrified that the goats get away with it then waste millions on useless rubbish. I believe all govt bodies should have 4 years term then a new group is appointed also same with the advisors to govt we have put up with rubbish to long. Put them in and put them out helps keep honesty in fashion
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    Supermarket faces outrage over insufficient markdown on expiring product

    Yes supermarket are slow learners about fiddling the prices.hope govt legislation moves faster. Seems only fast moving govt dept is A T O & Centrelink to reduce the pension although some very helpful staff members in local agencies
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    Aussie senator's controversial post about King Charles sends shockwaves through social media

    Disgusting for a recieptant of huge benefits she should be thankful that Australia’s position on First Nation is so generous to the point of being laughing stock of the world wake up Albo they will never be satisfied always wanting more,so next budget will be up to 47 billion dollars
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    Pending 3G network shutdowns put several 4G devices and users at risk

    Another way to screw us for more money and frustration.i think it’s disgusting and compensation should come out of politicians super packages where they get $24.00 for each one $ they put in k
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    Digital payment options expand as government phases out cheques by 2028

    Some of this article causes me to have great concern for the future, the part where first nations people are first and older generation are second,; it is the older generation that have kept things moving while others have just been the receiving group. sad to see an ambassador been appointed...
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    Banks face pressure to adjust practices amid new regulations on debit card surcharges

    When I was growing up my gran said you look after the pennies and the pounds will look after themselves bank is proving so sly and unethical but everything costs even using your own money
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    This bold move solves Medicare and Centrelink backlog: ‘We’re headed in the right direction’

    good we have some rocket science people working in all levels keep slogging gius
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    Homeownership vs. retirement savings: Debate over superannuation access heats up

    Well another bright mind to the front, to me sounds like the super ,being paid off loans, is a reciept for more people on pensions as they get older, i have always had a sneeky suspision that govt wants to do away with aged pensions so more money can be given to the greedy?.these people on over...
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    Tourist loses it over outrageous cider prices in Australia – see how much they're charging for a pint!

    Hmmmm easy solution DONT Drink grog, prices will come down when sales drop and best advise change govt, at next election, although the others are not much better, but do show some common sense
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    The best fish and chips...

    Yes i remember well, every second friday dad would go to local shop in Malvern and buy fish , chips wrapped in news paper, no body died or got ill from eating, sometimes i think we have gone to far, shame as it all adds cost to the items, even the new Coles paper bags where handles seperate...
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    Unlock the Secret Dietitian's Supermarket Meals that Save You Time and Money - No Prep Needed!

    nice article, but anything we buy from supermarket that is prepared ready to serve we can prepare for 60% less, unless we happen to be fortunate enough to grab markdowns at reasonable prices, keep looking great satisfaction to get a 60% reduction, need to eat quickly of freeze immediately
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    Shocking details from a Coles grocery haul ignite a massive controversy – Are your shopping habits part of it?

    Hmmmm, part of the hassle is the high compensation paid to executive staff, while the workers have to watch the outgoings of the wages, would be good if we could go back to the pre Whitlam time and learn to live within our means.im retired small super, carefully watch the specials, living in...
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    Aussie state drives green: Wheels of change roll out with new registration system

    The road ahead for drivers is another cash cow for Govt. to waste more money; i remember when unleaded petrol was introduced this was going to solve the hassles ?? then diesel was going to be good for environment, so good the Govt jacked up the prices for more revenue, they talk a heap of...
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