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    Residents outraged: Could your neighbourhood be next in disturbing 'maggot invasion'?

    That was my response too, maggots are clean and feeding on the rotten refuse to eliminate the 'food' and smell. They are still used in many situations for cleaning out deep wounds, as in war injuries and other needy times. A godsend to help prevent gangrene and other infected wounds. That gives...
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    Tragic twist of fate turns grandfather's dream into a nightmare: 'He would have been so scared'

    The thief should be charged with manslaughter for the death of this poor great-grandad dying of shock and fear whilst being robbed. No leniency, except that our penal legal system is as weak in strength and decent penalties as water is to whisky.
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    Say goodbye to GP appointments: See how pharmacies are changing healthcare consultations

    I believe most pharmacists can diagnose a lot of common conditions and should be able to supply medications. I have had some more accurate advice from a pharmacist for one condition!!!
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    Is this the future of Australian housing? See what others think about this massive change

    Too many people are here now and more are arriving daily who will buy these crammed homes to achieve their own place.
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    Rural town's mail service shuts down after decades of service. Is your town next?

    All deliveries I see, the drivers have to get out of their vans to deliver. goods any size. He sounds like a lazy coot
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    Experts issue urgent warning about popular medication linked to serious mental health risks – should you be worried?

    I have taken Montelukast first as Singulair when it was first dispensed, now I take Lukair, a generic brand. I have found it to be very successful in treating my lifelong asthma since 18 months old and treated with every new drug under the sun whilst growing, some had terrible lasting side...
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    Outrage brews after café decision: 'It’s behaviour from the 1960s'

    I take an insulated and well-sealed travel cup for my take-out coffee. It is just the size of a medium and keeps hot for a long time. I prefer to bring it home after a few hours of shopping. Once some sold plastic ones at a high price for the same purpose, but plastic still leeches, Stainless...
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    Harry and Meghan may lose everything as wildfires threaten their home–here’s what’s happening now

    I lived at Katoomba in a bushland area for 23 years, and only twice had to pack the car to flee when embers became too heavy and the flames could be seen. But it was taken care of by the excellence of the Bush Fire brigade, so apart from smoke was not affected. Few homes in the Blue Mountains (...
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    Beware of 'sneaky' marketing tactic this supermarket uses to fool Aussie shoppers

    Sausages are a popular product for many, but I was 'distraught' when I found my favourite Aldi soft cheese L'Ovale was absent from the shelves this week and no message about why, so it looks like another good product hit the dust.
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    This retro snack is back on the shelves—but with a modern twist!

    I bought a pink Mars Bar at Coles for $1 this week. I would buy lollies about once a year if that. I thought, how small in size they have become, but still tasty that I thought I should have bought two. That was my annual splurge:p
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    McDonald's faces backlash over unsanitary conditions, calls for better food safety

    The same here when I was a child and a teenager at DJ and other larger department stores, I think railways as well...not sure when they changed but the standards of maintenance and cleanliness dropped too..
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    Harry and Meghan may lose everything as wildfires threaten their home–here’s what’s happening now

    Imagine the claims and the insurance Companies being able to pay out the full amounts people pay premiums for. No Insurance Companies pay the full replacement losses anyhow. It is usually an offer in their favour.
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    Harry and Meghan may lose everything as wildfires threaten their home–here’s what’s happening now

    The issue is that many fire properties are not victims of the initial flames like this, but from the millions of embers blown kilometres away, the main source of setting alight many of those properties. This is the reason for the current houses on fire, then setting their neighbouring homes...
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    Drink This to Live Longer and Slash Your Risk of Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, and Depression!

    Medical 'progress' and another new approach perhaps? While coffee offers significant health perks, moderation and a balanced lifestyle, including diet and exercise, are crucial for maximizing its benefits Yep, not just caffeine to live two years longer!
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    Drink This to Live Longer and Slash Your Risk of Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, and Depression!

    Thank goodness, I was expecting this article to say to drink Kombulcha or diluted Apple Cider Vinegar and happy to see it was caffeine. I am not a tea drinker (I love water), and the morning coffee is as wonderful as the afternoon pickup, but I do not drink multiple mugs per day. Not so sure...
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    Experts Reveal the Top 7 Gardening Secrets for Boosting Your Lifespan and Happiness!

    Wise to always wear gloves and a mask when using potting soils..
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    Avoid social faux pas! Etiquette experts reveal the 11 rudest things you're probably doing in someone else's home!

    But do they wear the same shoes when they go outside? Tiles are so cold
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    Avoid social faux pas! Etiquette experts reveal the 11 rudest things you're probably doing in someone else's home!

    Of guest etiquette. We had a Canadian friend who was what one could call annoyingly loved, who would, on arrival, often move furniture around, then claim that it looked better..it didn't. He would balance his stemmed glass of wine on the upholstered arm of the lounge chairs, grinning "it will...
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