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    Expat spots one Aussie product overseas! Is this the start of a global shift?

    It looks like the Trumpster could be doing us a good turn with his tariffs because countries will look for alternatives. And hopefully we will benefit from this by encouraging other countries to trade with us rather than American markets
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    Channel 10 star speaks out after scammers hijack his identity to deceive women

    I will not succumb to attempts to befriend me with offers of prizes etc. there is no such thing as a free lunch
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    Insider shares new claims about Royal Family members' cancer bout

    You must be joking? Risk having a dictator like Trump? The only thing he’s been good for is to tell us how much better a monarchy is then a Republic
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    Insider shares new claims about Royal Family members' cancer bout

    As we age it’s only reasonable for us to wonder how long we have. Nothing unusual about that fact and the King is no different. Except royalty have immediate access to medical opinion not like us who have to wait for an appointment with a doctor. So I guess they have a better chance of nipping...
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    Are you on track? See the average savings balances across Australian age groups

    I’ve been aware of the need to prepare for unexpected emergencies and make sure I have enough to cover them. Fortunately up to now I’ve been able to do that by bringing’careful’ about over spending
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    Australia Post reveals massive update for deliveries nationwide! Here's what we know so far

    I think it’s an excellent way to ensure your parcel has been delivered. However I do have a doorbell that takes photos too. So I should be able to prove a delivery has occurred
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    SDC Trivia Game #714 - 09/05/2025

    Me too
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    SDC Trivia Game #714 - 09/05/2025

    80% today. Got Phantom of the Operas mask right today instead of yesterday’s answer. So
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    ‘Apparently they’re using internet blockers’: Wild claim about major Aussie stores sparks backlash

    No I’ve never not been able to use my mobile whilst shopping
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    How Kmart’s $35 item is making laundry day easier than ever

    I don’t know how you’d use this. I mean I always sort out my washing but now I’m not working I put most of my pretty clean clothes in together. I always wash jeans and other heavy duty stuff together. Guess I’m luck not to have a great wash any more I don’t have one big was, I generally wash...
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    Supermarket introduces newest initiative dedicated to senior shoppers!

    What a pity not a local one near me in Halls Head Mandurah
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    Supermarket introduces newest initiative dedicated to senior shoppers!

    Think that’s a fantastic option and didn’t know it was available in Perth. So I shall have to find out where my nearest store is and make use of it. Every bit helpd
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    ‘This is not how I want to see the end of my life’: The shocking truth about pensioners’ housing struggles

    Fortunately I own my own home but feel so much for those who don’t. Especially older women going through divorce. There should be some government planned housing which focuses on these housing problems. I live in an area where there are countless houses sitting vacant. I presume some of...
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    Government introduces new laws to tackle growing cybercrime—here's how they plan to protect you

    So important to be able to protect your privacy. I am constantly being bombarded by hoax phone calls which I delete immediately. It appears I can do very little to stop this even though I report them to anti scam people and delete them I am constantly aware of scams requesting me for my...
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    Community transport companies refuse new clients as demand surges

    So important for us to be able to access mobility. That allows us to participate and be independent.
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    Former ABC journalist Iain Finlay dies aged 89, choosing voluntary assisted dying

    Very sad and traumatic but important to listen to the individual because they should be able to say what they want. I say this after watching my late husband’s battle with Altzeimers draw to a close. But he was not eligible to chose VAD because he had be of ‘sound mind’ in order to request it.
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    SDC Trivia Game #713 - 08/05/2025

    Got 70% today. Thought Maslows needs also included safety as well as psychological ones and the Phantom of the Opera wanted to conceal his facial scars. Anyway tomorrow is another day and another try for 10/10
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    SDC Trivia Game #713 - 08/05/2025

    Got 70% today. Not too good. Thought Maslow ‘s needs also were safety too as well as psychological needs and the Phantom of the Opera had a disfigured face. Still another try tomorrow
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    Former Bond Girl looks back at her life at 79: 'My time must be coming quite soon'

    I am a heat fan of Joanna and like the way she comes across as being really friendly and kind. So far as aging goes , I’ve never bothered about how old I am until these last few years. And now I think my life seems to be finite and won’t go on for ever. But my bones tell me I’m getting older...
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    Woolworths' latest change leaves loyal customers fuming—what’s next for rewards?

    Yes I agree and also remember the bags years ago before plastic. We were never charged for them. I think paper bags should be provided. I don’t like walking about with goods I’ve paid for without a bag and I won’t pay for them
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