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    Even the Dead Pay Fees: Why Aussie Seniors Should Keep a Close Eye on Their Super

    Have the Insurance Companies involved received copies of Probate document or does that only apply in SA?
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    Find Out Which Side Won After a Major Showdown Over This Cafe’s Dinner Plans—Will It Change Your Neighborhood Too?

    Was the Milk Bar there before the family with the baby moved in next door? Milk Bars and Cafes are often open that late. In Adelaide Delis often stay open until about 10.00 pm especially in warm/hot weather.
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    It’s not just the prices: Shoppers reveal why they really love this budget grocer

    Maybe they grow all / most of their F&V locally, not via wholesalers which also means a lot more in costs because of fuel and longer drivers' longer hours of employment
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    Pay at the pump or pay per kilometre—what’s the better deal?

    SA attracts an extra levy on fuel. I'm not sure km levy will work. It was discovered many years ago that the guage that showed mileage / km was sometimes tampered and showed less than had been driven. The Aust. Govt. has increased its fuel levy within the last month. Maybe there should be a levy...
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    From milk bottles to soft plastics—why your next recycling trip might not be the same

    I can't remember which supermarket it was. I rcetly saw large carton labelled that you can put old household batteries in it. Some council offices accept old mobile phones, including completely "dead" ones
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    Wellness at sea: Spas, fitness & relaxation on a cruise

    I've read several articles about a lady who actually lives on a cruise ship. The cost of some serviced appartments she checked at time were very expensive. She reckons this is a better optionMeals are provided. Personal laundry can be done for you. There is medical facilities if you need them...
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    Shocking reason a woman’s dying wish was ignored by council could happen to you

    They appear to be too close to the building for safety. It doesn't take much for some species to drop branches. The council area I used to live in asked the electricity company what species were NOT suitable and were given a list and stated they would not plant those. The council still planted...
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    Best place to live in Australia with weather locals call absolutely perfect

    If you are moving to a country area you need to consider if there is medical facilities available within a reasonable distance. I know people who have had to move for that reason.
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    Buying medicine online? Here’s why seniors are being urged to think twice

    I can understand people who live in the outback with no town within hundreds of km, especially where the roads are sometimes impassable for weeks because of floods or bushfires and can't even get mail. You can wait a long time to get even basic food in circumstances like that.
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    Centrelink’s ‘Special Rule’ Warning: Downsizing Could Cost Seniors Their Pension

    In my opinion it's not worth saving too much. Your salary is taxed, you bank what you save you pay tax on the interest from it. You put money in your super it becomes an asset. Whatever you do your pay tax on it at least twice. I know somebody who had a small holiday house and a cheap caravan...
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    Are you doing this unconventional nighttime routine? Stay-at-home mum’s practices has everyone talking

    I know a young guy who watched his Mum load and put the washing machine on before he went to work. When she asked him why he was standing there watching he told her he wanted to watch how it was done so he could do the washing if she was sick. It was a fairly new washing machine completely...
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    ‘We must investigate’: Council faces scrutiny over deal with elite school

    There is a private school in Adelaide northern suburbs that has a car park on the corner of their property. Show me one school in a city or large suburb that doesn't have parking problems. I know of one school if you don't get there early you have to park a street away. Not ideal in bad weather...
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    This was her reward after years of hard work... now, it's becoming a responsibility that's driving her crazy.

    You definitely should ask for petrol money. Your Mum has a valid reason for not being allowed to drive. Extra km means more frequent servicing and wear & tear on tyres which are not a cheap exercise. Your sister will have to use public transport to go to work. Why couldn't she leave early and...
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    One small mistake could cost you thousands—here’s how to avoid a sewage nightmare

    Many years ago at a Primary School in Adelaide pupils were flushing school uniform jumpers down the toilets at one school (I can't remember the name of it) We had 3 blocks of toilets a fair distance apart and apprently there was jumpers in all of them
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    Time to toss all your other sprays! Here’s what older Aussies are using for bites, bacteria, and beyond

    We need something that deters Mozzies from biting. We have tried everything recommended but they love one person I know. Within an hour of being bitten another part of the body gets infected before the visible bite does - even before being rubbed or scratched. Any absolutedly sworn by...
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    Controversy over Coles' use of 'Bovaer' in beef—what to know before your next meat purchase!

    Does the place that provides Coles Beef also sell any under their own Company name. It may not only be Coles brand involved
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    You won’t believe who gets $2 million payout after wrongful conviction

    Many years ago I was told I didn't have a certain gene but it wasn't the one they were actually looking for. I have recently been told that I do have the gene but only a minute amount and that it should never be a problem for me. However my niece was recently asked it is hereditary in her...
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    Woolworths’ new reusable bags have arrived! Ready to make your grocery shopping easier?

    If you fill the Ikea bag how heavy is it to lift and carry?
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    Royal insider reveals furious reaction to shocking family betrayal

    I recently read an article which stated that one of Sarah's daugthers is not Andrew's. DNA tests etc. had been done, Basically one of the girls is not actually a Princess.
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