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    Lucky Find.

    Absolutely love it - I use some of your jokes in my monthly newsletter - well done.
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    Your letters could soon cost you more! Australia Post plans to increase stamp prices

    @Robb44 - won't be scammed - but how about - stolen?
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    Services Australia under fire as audit office discovers rampant errors in Centrelink payments

    At 83 and not particularly good with computers and dealing with Centrelink, Medicare, My Gov - I am at my wits end - we have visited 2 specialists lately - with a payment of $300+ due back - normally overnight, however after 2 months - still no refund - I have tried to contact all Government...
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    Is Australia cutting back on aged pensions despite a surge in retirees?

    Hi Imbi - I so agree with you - I am 83, went through the Labor 17% - had our own business ( for retirement ) the interest rate killed our hopes - then this " smiling " idiot comes along and starts to make my final years miserable, just when we saw a small light at the end of the tunnel. We...
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    Despite a staggering $2.1bn profit, why is Telstra still increasing your mobile fees?

    We have been with Telstra for over 50 years - they increased our mobile plan - out of this world - we complained, we are both SENIOR citizens - they offered a ridiculous monthly rate - We have now gone to " Telechoice " far better than the companies suggested by Telstra. The back up service is...
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    Great News! Seniors can get a petrol discount at United Petroleum

    @ Tonia - read the article - you produce your seniors card as you do for other products offered to seniors - hope this helps
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    Viral photo exposes Coles delivery truck's unauthorised use of disabled parking: ‘Do better’

    Wow, again, inconsiderate arses, but, what about " senior " parking bays - used by anyone whether senior or not, also, parking for mothers with babies - the list goes on. The younger generation today think we " owe " them and are too bloody lazy to walk a few metres - this was a great article...
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    Beware of this latest PayPal invoice scam!

    Further to my posting - went to the bank and queried the email - checked, all ok, was from the bank, so, I was wrong but happy I checked up.
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    Beware of this latest PayPal invoice scam!

    Just received an email from " NetBank notifications " advising me that I have an important message and to " log on " and check in box. I realise that it is difficult to trace these bloody idiots - but come on Government - help us - if you can
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    Outrage unleashed! Why is this new drink causing such a stir?

    @ Ricci - totally agree with your post
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    Outrage unleashed! Why is this new drink causing such a stir?

    If the drinks are being sold in Bottle departments only - whats the problem, underage cannot buy from bottle departments - ah, you say, older people will buy them for our hard done by younger generation - so, what stops people buying alcohol now and giving to teenagers? We are turning into a...
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    Extra income relief? Coalition backs JobSeeker boost

    In Victoria they are crying out for more people to join the force - our grandson has been going through the entry tests for so long that he is getting despondent, they do a bit here and there, no consistent follow on, no wonder younger generation get fed up, with all the red tape. So come on...
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    New 'myGov' email scam targeting unsuspecting Australians

    No - only your electronic equipment i.e computer
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    New 'myGov' email scam targeting unsuspecting Australians

    @ Lyn, so glad you are aware of the situation - always someone who will hang it on others for not knowing, well Lyn, for your information, in our village there are many elderly people who do not have the capacity to understand modern technology. They receive " scam " text messages, which to them...
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    Disrespectful act at ANZAC memorial leaves local community outraged

    I am gobsmacked, unfortunately, with the types of Governments, laws, and rubbish being put out by the Teals, Greens and a lot of independents, what can we expect. Brainwashing is dangerous, irrespective of ones age.
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    New AI scam expected to hit Aussies hard: How scammers cloned a son's voice to steal $5000

    Excellent idea - I will discuss this with my family - us seniors are now becoming easy targets. Thank you SDC for this report
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    Qantas booking ‘error’ leaves customer stranded and $17k out of pocket

    Hey Woodcutter, I totally agree about getting rid of that Irish CEO - he has been taking Qantas for a ride for years !!!!!!!
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    Allison Langdon's heartfelt A Current Affair debut

    Wow, cant believe some of the comments - could these people who are denigrating this young lady do any better? You should apply for the job. Not everyone is perfect - we found her very good and it was good to have a fresh face on the programme - just saying, my opinion.
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    Outraged diner finds out there's a hidden fee for ordering this popular cocktail - Here's what you need to know

    I run a monthly luncheon outing for our village residents. I first check with the establishment to see if they have a seniors menu. I then ask if there is any surcharges. The answer obviously determines whether or not we support the establishment. It is the decision of the person/s whether or...
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