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  1. Bagshaw

    Fact of the Day: A road in Hungary plays a song if you drive at the right speed

    So true. Especially on the Bruce H'way once one leves the Gympie bypass. Further north one goes the worse it gets.
  2. Bagshaw

    Drivers frustrated by years of work on highway between Bunbury and Busselton

    The continuation of th Gold Coast Highway is a disgrace. It took 3 years to do 8 lanes from Bentleigh to Smith Street. The rest, over 6 years to add 6, then 4 lanes. And its not finished. Whenever I have had to go south, a lot of workers, but not much work being done.
  3. Bagshaw

    'Insane and it's inequitable': Locals fume over sudden toll hikes

    It doesn't matter which major party is in power. Neither cares
  4. Bagshaw

    'Insane and it's inequitable': Locals fume over sudden toll hikes

    Maintain roads. Maintenance on the major highways between far north Queensland until one gets to Gympie is utterly the worst road ever. Then after Sydney, and the Picton turn off, suddenly everyone is in the right hand lane, as the left in in very bad repair. And go inland, well, obviously...
  5. Bagshaw

    31% Higher Risk of Dementia Linked to One Surprising Lifestyle Factor — Protect Your Brain Health Now!

    Definitely. When retired, Volunteer. My Husband retired early due to health problems, As I worked in Age Care, I encouraged him to Volunteer. At the start he would ride his bike, but as his health declined, I would tell him approximately what time I would pick him up, drop him off and pick...
  6. Bagshaw

    Does Centrelink actually owe you money? Here's what you can do with unexpected overpayments

    Quicker if possible to drive to a centrelink office than try and get someone to speak to ine on the phone
  7. Bagshaw

    Sweet Tooth, Bitter Truth: The High Cost of Free Sugars in Our Golden Years

    My Husband belonged to the Diabetes Society and their Magazine keeps one up-to-date, with lots of interesting articles and also what research is happening re Diabetes. But also all these sugar free drinks on the market are full of chemicals. Worse for your health.
  8. Bagshaw

    Could your favourite snack be causing more deaths than fentanyl? Study reveals shocking truth

    Whats new. Over processed products have been around for a long time. They have always been unhealthy and cause of many health problems
  9. Bagshaw

    This beauty brand shared its top skincare secrets in honour of International Women's Day!

    Yes, but it does give people plenty of variety. I get my skin care products from an Australian company, and they have an outlet in NZ. I can order from them for Great Grandchildren, Birthday and Christmas. All natural ingredients
  10. Bagshaw

    ‘Dirt cheap’: Alternative helps shopper save $2,600—are you missing out?

    Some people live in apartments that have no private outdoor areas. I know a lot of herbs can be grown inside in pots. But they do like some fresh air and a lot of apartments have air-conditioning running 24/7
  11. Bagshaw

    Tourists are flocking in, but locals say it’s a disaster: ‘It’s like Groundhog Day’

    The trouble with some free campers is that they don't dispose their rubbish responsible. If a bin is there and over flowing they just add to it. Instead of taking it with them. When travelling across the Nullarbor. A lot of Free Camping. We always left our camp spot cleaner than when we...
  12. Bagshaw

    Homeowner spends $3,000 in legal fees over neighbour’s backyard nightmare

    Also in housing estates it should be banned
  13. Bagshaw

    Aussie diners hit with surprise charge: ‘Suck it up, buttercup’

    No, you just have to serve yourself. Which to me is frustrating. I pay enough for my groceries, then have to do the work to pay for said groceries.
  14. Bagshaw

    Online shoppers beware: Seemingly great deals may not be what they appear

    Always buy anything for Diabetes from the Australian Diabetec Society.
  15. Bagshaw

    Unusual tool postal workers use to ensure their safety on their routes

    Thats probably because you trained your dog. I had a dog, who I made sure never hassled the Postie. One day I got a not in the letter box, saying she had come out and barked and carried on. I tied her up for a week, and next day I had off, made sure I took her up to meet the...
  16. Bagshaw

    DAVID RETURNS...

    A classic.
  17. Bagshaw

    The disgusting reason your toothbrush could be covered in faecal particles right now

    Moral of the story, Always Close the Toilet Lid when Flushing. Gosh, we did it as kids. I`m 75. Especially when the toilet is in the Bathroom. But if it is done everytime one uses the toilet, then it is an automatic habit.
  18. Bagshaw

    $17.1 million boost transforms Australia’s shores for inclusive beach access

    And not before time. I have seen many people struggle to take their Disabled Children, Partners and Family members onto the beach. All beaches should have access for wheel chairs etc.
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