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    Report reveals hidden Telstra tax, adds nearly $1000 for premium users

    I have been with Telstra through many of their name changes over the last 50 years. Throughout that time, there have always been cheaper alternatives that I was aware of, similar to those available at present. The thing is, I have always known that the service and backup from Telstra have always...
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    It dropped, then soared—have you ever seen Australian dollar behave like this before?

    It would be interesting to see how the repayment system would work, Lol.
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    How one tiny carpet stain led to a huge win for Aussie renters

    It's a tough one. Whose fault is it? That is the question, and it is difficult to ascertain. I think that is why the Rental Tribunal system is the only way where Landlords and Tenants are brought together with a mediator to try and discuss the issue with a view to mutual settlement. The video I...
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    How one tiny carpet stain led to a huge win for Aussie renters

    It's a tough one. Whose fault is it? That is the question, and it is difficult to ascertain. I think that is why the Rental Tribunal system is the only way where Landlords and Tenants are brought together with a mediator to try and discuss the issue with a view to mutual settlement. The video I...
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    It dropped, then soared—have you ever seen Australian dollar behave like this before?

    Woops, stood on Liberal toes there. Sorry about that, there was no intention there. :giggle:
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    It dropped, then soared—have you ever seen Australian dollar behave like this before?

    Although I'm not an expert, my thoughts are that the situation is fairly straightforward. D Trump esquire is making ridiculous political moves that have unsettled both the American Domestic climate and the international scene is also wobbly. It is not particularly his fault, as he seems to...
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    You won’t believe what happened when a kangaroo suddenly crashed into this suburban home!

    I would have bounced off the lounge and made a batch of Billy tea. A nice, welcoming gesture, I feel.
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    What’s the #1 Problem Every American Faces in Australia? One Expat Reveals the Shocking Truth

    Lived there on Isle of Capri for two years but about 20-odd years ago. I know what you mean and I do miss the Gold Coast.
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    What’s the #1 Problem Every American Faces in Australia? One Expat Reveals the Shocking Truth

    Don't suppose you are from Darwin? Also when do you get to wash your clothes if you wear the same ones all year round? Phew! Lol.
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    Outdoor heater mistake sparks $250,000 damage to home

    Bring back the good, old-fashioned chimney-sweep! Mary Poppins was right. :D
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    Major Aussie bank cuts 1,500 jobs, pushes cashless future

    Unfortunately, there are things that change, which initially cause us some concern but we do get over them. Remember cheques? they no longer exist because we are used to electronic banking. I am sorry for the bank staff who have lost their jobs and for those who will in the future. It is not as...
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    New Minister for Ageing: What It Means for Older Australians’ Health, Care and Finances

    Perhaps better to think of it as being an addition to Government services by adding a younger, enterprising, healthy, and fit representative rather than one of us oldies who take a couple of years to make a decision Lol.
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    Coles and Woolies pay hidden $6 million cost, ALDI stays out

    I mainly shop on-line so obviously my opinion of music in store is negligable but I must admit I do really enjoy Christmas Carols at Woolworths.
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    Outage Anxiety: Centrelink Crash Leaves Older Aussies in Limbo

    I do remember the outage and thought to myself that it was just a temporary glitch, which it was but, the thought went through my head, did I do something wrong and will I get paid? I did thank goodness.
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    Social ‘me-diation’: Australia steps up age-verification game amidst safety concerns

    Thank you for that (I did not understand a word of it).
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    ‘Biggest discovery in history’: Whistleblowers expose decades-long alien cover-up

    OK, there are rules about drink-driving and the excuse would not hold up in court!
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    Authorities arrest content creator for scandalous actions towards her pets

    Good point, my grammar is lacking in this instance so I apologise profusely but when I read it again it was almost funny. I wrote it in a fit of rage.
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    City of Bunbury's fire pit ban branded 'silly' as cold weather hits

    Mr Pound hit the nail on the head when he said "common sense should prevail". I agree, the problem is that it just does not. There are so many idiots around who have no common sense or care for their community which ultimately causes great pain and suffering so there has to be some control...
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