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    ‘Back to the Stone Age’: Blackouts Show Why Cash Is King in Australia

    Not me I gave up half way through. Far too long to take in and digest. I got the gist though
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    ‘Back to the Stone Age’: Blackouts Show Why Cash Is King in Australia

    Of course it is important to have a supply of cash. Especially since in this digital age everything depends on electricity driving it
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    Farmer issues warning as drought leaves families without water

    Not really affected by drought fortunately. But such unusually warm weather in May along with no rain obviously point to concerns about global warming. Some don’t be live this is happening. Not a great deal we can do about this bar look towards solar and wind power to help us in the future
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    She can’t escape her abuser, but housing laws make it even harder—what happens next?

    Interestingly not a lot has been said about the relationship between alcohol abuse and domestic violence along with other behavioural problems. I remarked on this earlier in relation to my own experiences and ultimate breakdown of marriage
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    She can’t escape her abuser, but housing laws make it even harder—what happens next?

    Domestic violence is a terrible thing to have to endure. I experienced it a when my first husband drank. Alcohol tends to exacerbate the problem but it is very common that abuse often accompanies excessive drinking. I don’t want to minimise my experience but it was not as bad as some, but...
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    Measles cases across the country reach highest levels in six years

    What annoys me are the anti vaccination people. I grew up with all the diseases that were vaccinated against, polio scarlet fever diphtheria. With vaccination these diseases are rarely heard of. So we are lucky to have received regular needles to eliminate them.
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    Should seniors brace for bumpy super returns? Consultant firm shares thoughts

    I guess there’s not a lot we can do we just have to wait and see and hope markets eventually settle down. I’m sure my super has been affected but I haven’t checked. I certainly haven’t thought of offloading or trying to make adjustments.
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    SDC Trivia Game #717 - 12/05/2025

    I got 80% today. Bit difficult questions
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    Daily supplements pose hidden organ risks, warns top doctor

    No I haven’t had any issues but I am aware of not ingesting too many supplements which may interfere with one another. If
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    ‘It’s not often you see a grown man cry’: Dogs and their owners fight to save beach access

    I have always loved taking my dogs to the beach and it is lively to see them running around going after a ball or whatever. The other side is that once a dog attacked mine and I had to dash to the vet. So there is a downside. But I would not want to have a dog if I had to keep it on a lead all...
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    Is this bed trick 'crazy'? Man shares his unusual bed-making technique online

    Sounds a bit daft to me. I like to air the bed for a while before I make it. And then smooth it all down. Can’t stand not making it. It makes the whole bedroom look tacky if not made
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    Traveller learns the reality about his quaint stopover: 'It's not something I would support'

    Interesting. I’ve never heard of the five tribes. They certainly sound innovative. Suggestions of abuse may not or may be true. Hard to tell. If the food was good I would certainly visit.
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    Are these boots considered 'bogan' or chic? Fashion fans say their piece!

    I wore a pair of Ugg boots on a trip to England I the early 80s. Admittedly they were a bit different Navy Blue and embroidered, but everyone wanted to buy some like that. I think there was a case against them being called Ugg. Can’t remember who won but they are still called Ugg
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    Could the bargain auto parts you bought be compromising your car’s safety? Find out now

    Extremely concerned about using and purchasing these spare parts. Additionally they could cause injuries or death eg using a sub standard item to fix a wheel. It looks like no one will take responsibility to stop these items being purchased
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    Queensland scientists racing against clock to tackle 'unprecedented' environmental threat of melioidosis

    Another serious infectious disease more prevalent in rural areas. Today it was reported that Dengi Fever has been diagnosed in Cairns. Quite worrying
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    Roommate takes food, demands payment after unexpected medical reaction

    Yes I agree but there really are people who are so entitled that they would do this !!
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    Reusing empty city buildings could help solve the housing and homelessness crisis

    Who is going to tell that lady who probably has lived all her life and reared her children there, to leave it?
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    Reusing empty city buildings could help solve the housing and homelessness crisis

    And what happens to who left the houses like that??
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    Reusing empty city buildings could help solve the housing and homelessness crisis

    I wonder why they are all in such a terrible state after being tenanted??
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