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    Driving shift: Senior road safety debate heats up in this Aussie state

    Perhaps they should also insist on younger drivers taking annual practical driving tests and especially professional driving instructors. It is apparent there is also a need for these to be taught how to use a roundabout correctly. I wonder just how much this would improve driver behaviour on...
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    Driving shift: Senior road safety debate heats up in this Aussie state

    An individual's ability to drive is not necessarily reflected in their diagnosed medical status. The ability to drive is by and large a matter of practical experience, more experience increases one's ability to drive. I first obtained my driver's licence in 1965. In those days one didn’t...
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    ‘Shocking’ data breach at major smoke alarm provider leaves homeowners at risk

    Yes, I have received multiple attempted scams from various sources but I have learned to easily recognise them. Many of them are supposedly from companies that I haven't dealt with. Those from companies that I HAVE dealt with are easily verifiable. My advice to anyone is if you don't recognise...
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    Government proposes changes to Aussies' superannuation—find out how this could affect you!

    A typical government response to expenditure. While at the same time our illustrious, overpaid politicians stuff even more of our taxes into their own pockets. Perhaps a better solution would be for said politicians to opt for lower payouts during their term service and a significant reduction...
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    What's this bizarre object that washed up on an Australian beach?

    My first take on it was, "It looks like some part of a rocket," but I could be wrong. It's definitely not anything to do with an aircraft in my opinion.
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    Shoppers are complaining about 'flimsy' paper bags: 'Get your act together'

    Another excellent idea. I use both, the provided trolleys AND the cooler bags, which I keep in the car.
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    Shoppers are complaining about 'flimsy' paper bags: 'Get your act together'

    Hey people, it's really easy. BREAKING NEWS: Coles, Woolies, Aldi, Kmart, Target, Big W and many others too numerous to mention here all provide shopping trolleys. All you need do is obtain one before you start your shopping odyssey and leave it in the appropriate collection bay in the car park...
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