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    Thousands of Aussies were overcharged—now rules are changing for good

    Good idea hold supply from our solar. I would like to send them a highly inflated bill for my contribution from my solar power including administration charges for my time.
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    True Spanakopita Spinach Pie

    Thank you so much, I will. New oven has showed just how bad the old one was! I have been printing off some of your recipes that you have posted will be trying them.
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    Thousands of Aussies were overcharged—now rules are changing for good

    Just got my new pricing yesterday. Gone up quite considerably. We have solar. When we first got solar we got 25c per k/h return which meant we always came out in credit. Quickly over the years it has reduced. We were last year getting 7 cents and now that has gone back to 3 cents this year. I...
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    They lost their Centrelink payments to a fake charity—are you next?

    I have noticed that there are many charities contacting by phone or email wanting me to bequeath in my will sizeable donations as part of the estate. I just say not at the moment and hang up. Hard to know these days what is real and what is fake. I am always cynical about donating regularly to...
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    Are Security Cameras Really Keeping Your Home Safe? What You Need to Know Before You Buy

    It is a sad world that we have to take such measures. We have a large integrated security system in our home, good locks, a dog and good lighting - but is it enough? We live in a good area. Though, if thieves want to get in, they will find a away. My first home, in a country town, we left all...
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    True Spanakopita Spinach Pie

    Now we have our new oven I will definitely try this. I love your recipes but have failed in a few I have tried due to our oven that was on the way out. Had roast pork for the first time with crackling old oven could not manage it. Thank you for what you post - love your work!
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    They skip gatherings, too: Here's why a Royal figure opted out of this year's Royal Ascot

    Even though Princess Catherine is in recovery there are good days and bad days still. I am glad she is being sensible and letting her body tell her when to hold back. She is a great role model for all.
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    You paid fuel tax for decades—here’s what they’re taxing next

    Give on one hand take with the other!
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    Hard to Handle: How Everyday Products Are Failing Older Australians

    Yes I have found some things hard to navigate as I get older. I have found it difficult to open packages at times especially the bag in the cereal box. I am finding that I use scissors more for this. Remotes and technology are becoming a bit hard to use with more complex steps. And the other day...
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    What do you see?

    I saw the girl first and then looked to the other side and saw the man, and yes, I am curious and optimistic.
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    Retirement Villages Promise a Golden Life – But at What Cost for Older Australians?

    We have thought about moving into a retirement village as a result of the advertising and dream lifestyle promoted. The brochures show a wonderful lifestyle on the surface. However, we also thought longer term, of needing care in our older years and how the village life would probably leave...
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    WA Public Trustee office charges woman with dementia $137,000 to manage assets at a loss

    Thank you for this article and discussion. It has opened my eyes and prompted me to now think of more viable options and to put some new things in place for the future.
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    Library Card

    I was (and am still) a bit of a book nerd. It would be interesting to see back at the local library in the 'Shire' how many books I read, and if they still remain and have cards in them. I loved going to the library from an early age encouraged by my parents and grandparents who would take us...
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    WA Public Trustee office charges woman with dementia $137,000 to manage assets at a loss

    It is becoming more evident in our modern world of 'who do you trust'? What a sorry state of affairs.
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    Petrol prices could hit $2.20 a litre if Iran-Israel conflict sends oil above $US100 a barrel

    What a mess our world is in right now. It has become such an angry and hateful world run by idiots who unfortunately have so much power. How has it come to this - greed?
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    Australians struggling to pay energy bills face 'major inconsistencies' in retailer responses

    I like to see a piece of paper in front of me so I can see and compare other ones. If I ring they are always trying to sell something and claim they are the best. I want to make my own decision and not be influenced by sales people (especially from overseas call centres which are creeping back)...
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    Delivering next-level services: Australia Post rolls out new upgrades to serve Aussies better

    I like having the parcels delivered at home so I do not have to navigate the shopping centre car park and try to carry parcels with my mobility issues. We are lucky we have the same lady who delivers parcels, stops for a chat and is lovely. If I am not home we have a place where parcels are left...
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    Tiny sign reveals surprising rule at Australia’s top holiday destination

    I have noticed lately that many eptpos machines even when you insert do not give you any other option that credit. The 'savings' icon is no longer there.
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    Retail giants criticised by shoppers for implementing controversial in-store policies

    I have noticed lately whilst doing a bit of stock up during the sales that the eftpos machines where I usually pay from my savings account no longer have the option - it goes straight to credit, and this is the only option. These are shops that I have used in the past and been able to choose...
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    Orroroo's only fuel station runs dry in another blow for mid north town

    Surely a temporary type of portable tank could be provided to see this out until repairs can be carried out. I hate how our rural people get the short straw all the time.
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