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    Find out if YOUR local hospital made the list of Australia's most underperforming public hospitals

    The trauma has rushed back to fill my head and my heart reading this article. The hospital system is broken and as a result precious members of my family are no longer here. Too little, too late and when the terminal diagnosis was give there was cavalier disregard for the patient and family too...
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    Let's talk about spring onions - should you buy them or grow your own?

    I will try in a few months. I find if I put them in a container in the fridge they are good till the last leaf. Those with the rampant baby tomatoes and a few other bits and pieces make a delicious meal in no time.
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    Let's talk about spring onions - should you buy them or grow your own?

    I have not tried to grow iceberg. My favourites are baby cos. I have seen images of people growing from the stalk. I have not tried yet....it's just too hot!
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    Want to reduce your risk of dementia? A study found that this surprising device may help

    Absolutely makes sense!. Switched on and living the best life!
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    Let's talk about spring onions - should you buy them or grow your own?

    try any of the pick and come again herbs and vegetables. I kept lettuce going for almost 12 months. When a couple bolted to seed I left them and up they came. I also picked out the mini tomatoes that I liked the flavours of the best. Let them totally ripen on the window sill then quashed them on...
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    Take a Trip Down Memory Lane and See What Men's Fashion Looked Like in 1970s Australia

    Oh. how that image made me shudder! Male school teachers, the Beige Brigade! Mind you some of my school outfits were vey cringeworthy! I remember having my hair curly permed, I thought I looked great. The kids all wanted to stick their fingers in my fairy floss hair!
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    This is the real reason why Coles shelves are suddenly empty

    I never shop in Coles. Their treatment of staff injured on the job is APPALLING!
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    Alert: How Job Seekers are Falling Victim to Recruitment Scams and Losing Thousands

    Honestly.....stop .....and THINK! No matter what the offer is or who the "Befriender" is use TIME as your friend. The oldest scam in the world is...it's a one only time offer....so act now. Don't do anything. Take time, do background checks. You will work it out!
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    Grandparents: should you charge your kids for looking after your grandkids?

    My sister is in a similar situation. She has not had contact for at least 8 years. Until last you she still sent birthday gifts etc. She hurts as there was never an explanation. Easy to say let it go but we all know the reality. So cruel and thoughtless. My friend has the same experience. She...
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    How much?! Australia Zoo burger leaves customer outraged at its shocking price tag!

    Fast food rip off is happening in so many places. Last night covered in sleep testing apparatus I thought I was treating myself at the local takeaway. The chicken burger with a smudge of lettuce and a single slice of tomato was dry and tasteless, no sauce offered. The small serve of chips I...
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    Australian Elder Abuse organisation concerned after jump of financial abuse cases in 2022

    This situation for many people is very real and is so concerning. I know that my son and I have needed to renovate and strengthen our relationship in a positive and healthy way. I sold up and have moved states, which was huge for me. My son is now about 20 minutes away not the previous four...
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    Grandparents: should you charge your kids for looking after your grandkids?

    Forty years ago when our son was born my wonderful Mum offered to look after him when I needed to return to work. Of course I paid her. However the love, care and generosity she gave our son was PRICELESS. The security I had knowing that our arrangement was equitable enabled me to trust her...
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    Shoppers in Shock: 'Insane' price of chips at Woolworths sparks outrage on social media

    Pretty sure it was called major weather events resulting in flooding! Potatoes are a root crop so very prone to rotting. Many farms are on the alluvial soils close to rivers and creeks.
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    Wedding photos reveal the truth about this groom

    Who cares? A bit off topic but funny. A good friend's husband brought a woman home one night to spice up their life. Sure did. The woman and my friend ran away together. Don't poke the bear is the saying!
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    This overlooked service is now totally free - check it out now!

    We knew our name and so did all the neighbours...certainly didn't need to write it on walls!
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    This overlooked service is now totally free - check it out now!

    There is one near the ocean and library where I live. I see it being used.
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    Wedding photos reveal the truth about this groom

    What a good laugh...
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