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    He’s 66, sick, and grieving—now they want to evict him

    Obviously, as he admitted himself, he hasn't been keeping the property in a good and clean condition, which would be the reason behind the possible eviction. Nobody goes to the extent of 10 property nspections in 12 months without good reason. As Mr Coyne's health is so bad where is the help he...
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    Young Aussies are being made to choose: super or chasing their dreams—what would you do?

    Congratulations on a job well done. You can now look forward to a well earned retirement.😍
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    'It's outrageous': Senior feels 'punished' after losing vital government benefits

    It's to do with how much you get paid, according to how much you have contributed in taxes. People who have lived here only part of their lives, in most cases would be receiving a part pension also from wherever they lived previously.
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    Before you pack your bags, here’s how travel could change your Centrelink payments

    My friend and I are going to Bali for 7 days in August. We are both 78 (with no pre-existing conditions) . We managed to get travel insurance through Tick Travel Insurance for $361.00. ($180.50 each) considerably less than any other quotes we got for the same cover.
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    What's the most cost-effective way to heat your home this winter? Here are some simple tips

    Recommended to set your thermostat at 18 to 20. That's a laugh. The manufacturers guide that came with my split system says 23 and even that is not warm enough. I find that on a really cold night it needs to be at least 25. I have blinds and heavy drapes on my windows, the house is insulated...
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    NDIS pricing changes 'incredibly cruel' says remote mobile therapy provider

    They don't need to allow more money. They just need to stop all the rorting by these providers. They are screaming about having their rates cut. Their rates are over the top plus. Podiatrists are charging something like $280/hr. Plus travel to rural areas. My daughter has an NDIS plan, her...
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    Seniors who call Shark Bay in Western Australia home trade caravans for a house

    I moved out of Mandurah 4 years ago but I do remember when it was also a quiet little holiday town. They now call Mandurah Methdurah and Rockingham Crackingham. Signs of the times, and one of the main reasons we left. Although some of the outer parts of Mandurah are still nice, lots of...
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    Seniors who call Shark Bay in Western Australia home trade caravans for a house

    So sad. I came across from Victoria 51 years ago when we built a home in Alan Bonds Yanchep Sun City. Where he was supposed to run the America's Cup from. Which never eventuated. Houses were few and far between, ours was the only one in our street for 6 years. Life was good. My kids had...
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    Seniors who call Shark Bay in Western Australia home trade caravans for a house

    I lived in Two Rocks for many years. When it was a quiet little fishing town, everybody knew everybody , and everybody else's business, lol. Now I don't even like going there, it's just like the suburbs. Progress, sad.😪
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    Young Aussies are being made to choose: super or chasing their dreams—what would you do?

    You're lucky you didn't have to deal we with Myers. Whoops, I didn't say that.
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    Seniors who call Shark Bay in Western Australia home trade caravans for a house

    Shark Bsy is a lovely place, but it's a holiday place with a population of only about 960.
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    Relief in Sight as RBA’s Promises a $1,262 Boost for Homeowners - Are You One of Them?

    🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂 mmmmm, not too sure about that but you're happy and that's what counts.
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    Young Aussies are being made to choose: super or chasing their dreams—what would you do?

    Well that was your choice to make obviously. I prefer to pay my suppliers on time. Yes, there are many clients you can engage with and make payment plans and then there are many who you cannot no matter how polite you are about it. If you managed to get all your clients to pay in 60 days you...
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    $500 up for grabs? Here’s what the new cost-of-living boost could mean for you

    You can buy a base (pedestal stand) along with the machine. They vary from about $100 to $300. If you want one, best to buy it along with the machine as front loadersl machines are extremely heavy. I purchase from Appliances Online here in WA. They deliver free, usually next day, set up for...
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    Young Aussies are being made to choose: super or chasing their dreams—what would you do?

    For many small businesses, putting money into your own super is just a pipe dream. It's hard enough having to pay the super for your employees. It takes time to get a business up off the ground and running profitably. I found my major problem was clients who didn't pay their accounts on time...
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    She risked $40,000 to expand her business—now she warns others to think twice

    I would never take that risk, especially not paying my tax bill. While you are paying that tax bill off you are accumulating another one. Not a wise move. I have a friend who had to declare bankrupt when he expanded his trucking business too quickly and then one of his large clients went out...
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    Relief in Sight as RBA’s Promises a $1,262 Boost for Homeowners - Are You One of Them?

    No maybe about it, Banks will definitely cut, and already have cut, interest rates for term investments. Not much good news for pensioners most of whom are mortgage free. Banks make plenty of money from other sources, eg transaction fees and especially credit cards, not just home loans but they...
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    Aussie homeowner cops $600 power bill hike after neighbour’s backyard decision

    Not all bamboo is invasive. There are clumping bamboos which don't have invasive roots. I have planted some along the side of my house. They grow quickly and block out the view of my neighbour's backyard which looks like Steptoe & Sons yard.
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