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First Responders Day Deals: 15% off Most Departments, 5% off Computers, 10% off Phones (Exclusions Apply) @ JB Hi-Fi

1590

Should be useful for some. Not sure if there's anything I need with those discounts. Was hoping for 10-15% off Surface on top of discount but Surface is excluded.

Full exclusions list:

Discount offer excludes Apple, Microsoft Surface products, Gaming consoles, Mobile phone contracts & subscriptions, Miele & Asko agency products, Dell Built to Order, Pre-Paid Cards & Gift Cards, Pre-Orders, Extended Warranties, Installation & Delivery. Discounts apply to most recent previous ticketed/advertised price. As we negotiate on price, products are likely to have sold below ticketed/advertised price in stores prior to the discount offer. Offers not available at Airport & Express stores.


Remember to compare prices with JB Hi-Fi Solutions which you may have access to through your union.


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  • Allied health professional?

    • +1

      "First responders include medical and healthcare workers: nurses, doctors, paramedics and ambulance/paramedic staff, police personnel, firefighters, defence force personnel, border force personnel, SES, CFA, marine rescue teams, lifesavers, surgeons and hospital staff & quarantine worker"

        • +14

          Shouldn’t be viewing it as a “them” vs “us” thing. You being mad about not getting a discount has no bearing on surgeons’ eligibility for the discount.

          It does say hospital staff though - unless you only work in community.

          • +124

            @Jaystea: I’m a surgeon. I am still finishing my 15 years of slave labour in the public hospital system.

            To give you an example - I operated from 730-5pm two days ago and then as I was leaving the hospital, got called back for another emergency. Operated straight again until 5am trying to save a mans limb.

            Your attitude is reflective of many patient attitudes and has no, I hope, bearing in reality.

            The truth is we kill ourselves for 15-20 years working public holidays, nights, starting every day very very early and miss out on life in the hope of doing a good service, working with our hands and hopefully being financially comfortable.

            Comments like yours are very disheartening- especially given the 3/4 weekends and 12-15 hour/days we will all do for 15 years until we finish.

            If you think surgeons are so wretched - no need to see one. Don’t spread your hate without being informed. Private surgeons charge because they are worth it.

            In comparison to your realtor that takes $30k for flogging your house, the surgeon actually saves your life or improves it.

            • @JamesHand: At least he's not a lawyer………

              • +5

                @muwu: Lol, is this the very best spot on the www to find work as a surgical assistant?

            • +3

              @JamesHand: I've seen some of the complaints of the Juniors and the under paying condition that exist .
              Its not the public perception of an easy road .

            • @JamesHand: I honestly did not know that! Wow … and I was not expecting! Does that apply to surgeons in any fields or just to some?
              Cheers and thanks for what you do.

            • -6

              @JamesHand: Are you fairly compensated for your work though? Is is still "slave labour" when the average income for surgeons is $300k ++? Genuine question.

              • +3

                @Ham Dragon: There is a class action for a reason. Most trainees and program hopefuls are grossly underpaid.

                The reality is the public benefits from almost twice as many hours as they pay for. As someone with plenty of labouring mates who make as much an hour as we do after 6-8 years of study, and then 10-15 years of training as an underpaid trainee I would be slow to discredit the description as slave labour.

            • @JamesHand: Unfortunately in some medical professions this is somewhat warranted but wouldn't be in the case of a surgeon. As you well know, you've had a decade of training and there isn't anyone else out there that can do what you do.

              Attitudes like this often come from other medical professionals that charge hundreds of dollars for single digit minute consultations that unfortunately are used to paint everyone with one brush

            • -6

              @JamesHand: Do you mind if I ask the below questions out of curiousity - I've been watching the Good Doctor. Hope you don't mind as I don't have any friends in the medical community. You can ask me about hedgefunds managers or lawyers if you want :)

              What's your salary near to and do you work with an accountant to salary sacrifice and also negative gear properties?
              Do you often bargain hunt?
              What car do you drive?
              Is your home paid off?
              What do you do for investments?
              Do you hold ETFs?
              Do you use a diet to maintain your weight?
              Would you use private health insurance to deliver a baby in your personal life or use public system?

              • +4

                @w37hsyea: Trainee surgeons make ~$100-150K per annum (sometimes more depending on overtime arrangements at particular hospital networks). Public posts for surgeons can be ~$250-400K per annum. Private work has a large number of variables, but I know surgeons who are running at $300-750K per annum, and some outliers running at $1-2mil.

                The median Australian income is ~$60K.

                The conditions of employment are horrible for most particularly those doing public work, and it makes you think about what you want from your life apart from wealth, but just as relevant to most in this profession, career progression, achievement, and status.

                As for your other questions largely around personal finance and investing, what each individual in the medical profession does is about as variable and individual as any one else. Generally speaking, many have poor or average financial education. But they'll range from some who have too much consumer debt and too slow an accumulation of assets (like many, except fancier houses and cars), to those who are more entrepreneurial and invest well and invest quickly and some who start and grow businesses.

                • @muwu: Awesome, thanks for the info!!

            • @JamesHand: Just wish there were more surgeons. The 3 year wait for a solution to chronic pain is frustrating, but every surgeon I've spoken to is working crazy hours.

            • +5

              @JamesHand: As an emergency physician I'm partly responsible for calling the surgeons back for urgent surgeries middle of the night :P

              Surgical trainees work crazy hours, they are often underpaid because they are reluctant to claim overtime, as they don't want negative repercussions from higher-ups or admin while they are still a registrar, they don't complain either because this is often viewed as a sign of "weakness".

              This is unsafe practice, but it's also the "norm" in surgical culture since beginning of time.

              Edit:
              And no, social worker is not first responder (no disrespect).

              • +4

                @tadasu: Ever seen a SW assessing a geriatric patient in ED?

                • +2

                  @muwu: Yes, after the patient has been seen by +-paramedics, nurses, doctors, +-physio, +- home teams.
                  Social worker is normally involved in disposition plan.

                  I'm not disrespecting social worker, in fact, I think social worker's input is invaluable in patients with difficult social situations.
                  But no, seeing a patient in ED does not mean you are a first responder.
                  First responder means someone with medical knowledge making a medical assessment.

              • @tadasu: Do you watch the good doctor?

            • +1

              @JamesHand: Well said 👏👏👏

            • +11

              @JamesHand: I have been a “Doctor in training” just like @jameshand however not in surgery but another training pathway.
              So here is a what my life has been like for 7 years before I decided that it was enough.
              - I had 9-5 ‘normal’ working hours Mon-Fri then on top 2-3 times a week I was ‘on-call’ which meant 5pm to 9am next day. 95% of times I was in the hospital seeing patients in the emergency or the wards. That’s a straight 24 hours of work. Then on top had to find time for studying and family or friends if there was any time left.

              • Bullying in the workplace and especially from nursing and Allied staff towards Doctors in training was horrible in about 60% of the hospitals.

              • 2 of my colleagues (Doctors in Training) committed suicide due to mounting pressure and workplace bullying and harassment.

              • salary was $90k plus overtime.

              But is it really worth it? Honestly the ONLY thing kept me going was that I was saving lives and making an impact on people’s health and well-being.

              My partner was also a Doctor in Training. We decided to delay having a child due to the incredible pressure from work to ‘be available to work overtime’ for a number of years. When we finally decided to take a break and plan for a family, the obstetrician said we waited too long and she couldn’t fall pregnant even with IVF.
              After 5 years of IVF when she finally got pregnant her employer/hospital didn’t renew her contract because they found out she was pregnant. They asked her the question ‘outside’ the interview and not during the interview.

              So after spending $$$,$$$ on treatments, and both of suffering from major depression, and loosing arguably the ‘best days of life’ by working our a**es off. What do we get??

              There needs to be a Royal Commission let alone class action against the hospitals which are run by the State governments.
              If anything happens to nurses they go on strike and it hits the news, however no one really cares much about Junior doctors!

              At the end I would say, Is it really worth going through all what we have been through???

              • +1

                @abdalian: Heard this story countless times among friends…

                I've thought about people's stories to understand why they do it, and I think it's:

                1) an idealised perception of how things will be once they're a boss (consultant)
                2) youthful aspiration
                3) power, usually of status or position (rarely money).

                Three years in public was enough for me. Six years now in private and every aspect of the jobs are much better; some things are very rewarding…

                Where have you found greener pastures?

              • @abdalian: That was profound to read. There definitely can be an inquiry, which can potentially start with our local MPs putting pressure on the relevant state minister.
                Are you VIC?

                • +2

                  @w37hsyea: Thanks, live in NSW. Tried to gather registrars (trainees) to get together, but mostly people chocked out.
                  My first experience was as a year 1 trainee (registrar). The Medical director racially discriminated, harassed and bullied me. When I raises my voice, I got too much attention. That medical director left the position and it was announced that he left due to ‘health reasons’.
                  My life became so tough after that the consultants tried to fail my subsequent two terms and I was without any legit reason put under performance management. I left the service and joined another for a fresh start. But the word went around and I left the second service. Then the same happened at the 3rd service.
                  Bottom line is that I was told by one of the consultants that I should not have put a complaint in the first place!
                  Let alone all the problems we all face from other sources.
                  So I left my training after so many years!

                  • @abdalian: What gets me, is that the culture continues. I am in private practice and would never shout down or bully a colleague but saw many instances of it when a jmo/registrar at my hospitals.

                    The fact that as consultants the doctor's don't get scrutinised by management for significant workplace bullying is atrocious.

              • @abdalian: Nurses can be amongst the biggest shitbags in the hospital system. Some really salty (profanity) who constantly want their ego masturbated.

            • @JamesHand: Most of educated community members appreciate your hard work and highly respect your efforts. Keep up the good work.

        • I can refer you to a good social worker to help with your obvious disadvantage.

          But first I'm going to drive my Porsche to JB to save 10%

        • -1

          Social workers are medical first responders? lol

          You need help

          • @Dack Smith: Funnily enough, they just might be the first person you see in a mental health crisis either in an ED or at home. So yes, they may indeed save your life when you need help.

        • A surgeon saved my life and went through a tonne of training to do so. Every social worker I’ve seen has been more of a headache than helpful. One even messed up a DV situation for me because they “forgot” to submit forms. Honestly it is a piece of cake to become a social worker. I’m not saying they’re all bad, but they don’t deserve first responder status.

        • -1

          I'm not complaining about you salary sacrificing ypur mortgage or entertainment expenses

      • +1

        "police personnel" include support/admin staff or contractors?

        • Your proof will be in your ID card and what it says on it.

      • +17

        For clarity and the avoidance of all doubt:

        "First responders do not include those individuals who feel the need to be the first person to hit the 'reply' or 'comment' button on a social media platform. Keyboard warriors - this deal is NOT for you. Thank you."

        JB Hi-Fi Management (probably)

        • That includes clowns who type "first" into Youtube comments right?

      • Good to see Chartered Financial Analysts finally getting some recognition.

        • First to respond during Market Crashes!

      • What about the retail staff

  • +1

    Say hypothetically could you get jb to price match appliance centrals $6650 for the c1 77 oled then use jb's 10-15% discount, or are tvs excluded?

    • "Discounts apply to most recent previous ticketed/advertised price"

      • Ah thank you, could you still use it for that tv though as 15 percent of would still be the best we've seen

    • I have to admit this promotion is abit of a gimmic of Apple & Microsoft products are excluded.

    • +3

      Does this mean the 77 C1 can be bought for $5945.75 tomorrow by first responders given that it's priced at $6995 at the moment?

      • Yep, if thats the ticketed price, less 15%

        • +1

          And you can still use gift cards for the payment I'm assuming?

          • @[Deactivated]: Yep, you could last year. So should be the same.

            • @MAB: Thanks mate! Now where to look for a first responder mate hahahaha

              • +2

                @[Deactivated]: Got the 77" C1 at $5617 delivered! Mixture of gift cards used to bring down to that price on top of the first responder discount on the current $6995 list price. The receipt was 3 meters long and it took about 20 minutes to scan all the gift cards but all worth it! I also used the HSBC credit card which has a $600 cashback after meeting the spend criteria which is easy after this purchase, in the end will end up paying just $5017 which is amazing for the 77C1! Ozbargain is amazing!!

  • Thanks OP.

    Is there any deals to make use of this?

  • +1

    Note that their sales periods usually cycle on Thursdays so whats on sale today, may not be on sale tomorrow.

    • The laptop I was looking at jumped to full price today. Here I was thinking they went to full price because of first responders day, but I guess it was part of their cycle.

  • wonder if HN is doing anything, have a few gc to use there

    • I plan to call HN tomorrow morning. I've been chasing a bar stool or two.

      • Well I called them, didn't mention the first responder day just asked for a better deal and they took $80 off so that's good enough.

    • +7

      Only if Gerry gets a handout from the govt.

    • +7

      HN first responder to government hand outs.

  • +1

    I wonder if the Garmin Fenix 6 Sapphire will still be at $649 (less 15%)?

    • Fingers crossed, let me know how you go… I’m interested in it too

  • +4

    https://online.flippingbook.com/view/225153902/ full list of first reponder day promotions

    • The JB deal still isn't in there (at time of posting). It says something like "Deals will be announced closer to the date."

  • +1

    More info on sales available here: https://online.flippingbook.com/view/225153902/

  • Similar deal at Good Guys

    The Good Guys
    10% off computers and mobile phones
    15% off all other departments
    The Good Guys will be offering First Responders 10% off current
    ticket price on Computers and Mobile phones, and 15% off
    current ticket price on all other departments. Exclusions and
    T&Cs apply. See in store for details

    • Is it in store only as I can't find this on their website?

      I assume Apple products are excluded?

      • It's in the online flippingbook link above.

        • +1

          I think they mean tgg website as the other poster said they were doing the same sort of thing….soz didn't see the link above you were talking about lol

      • prob won't show until tomorrow, as that is the day it happens

        • Does this include items on sale or their current ticket prices?

          • @kane1990: says current ticket prices

            • @souths123: Thanks for that. Unusual that they're offering it on top of their current sale prices given the other stores specifically exclude sale prices and use the normal prices

    • Doesnt really specifically what day it runs on. Anywhere anyone has been able to find that info?

  • +2

    Brings the LG C1 65" down to $3055 before any further discounts with gift cards. Very tempting.
    EDIT: $2965 after 3% gc through Macquarie Bank.

    • Also looking at this. Quesiton is, does it have to be in stock on the day or will they order it for you in-store for delivery?

    • That advertised price on good guys end today. So might assume JB will be the same will go back to $4195?

      • That would suck

      • :(

      • Yep, that's my guess too. Guess we'll find out tomorrow.

        • I have just come back from JB after I went to check the same. Banner says price ends 23/06

      • TGG website is now 30/06 and both JB and TGG have sale price up still

        • I would say 9am

          • +1

            @kulprit: Spoke to them yesterday, discounted prices will remain until the 30th

            • @[Deactivated]: 65c1 is the best tv to get then? And a worthwhile price and not hold out?

            • @[Deactivated]: Remember good guys have the same deal as well for first responders, and they currently give 12 months Disney+ as well.

              • @kulprit: If you're after a 65" then I'd say yes I guess, I'm after the 77" so not entirely sure. The best clearance pricing I saw on the 77" CX was 5795, which was just earlier this month and stock was hard to find as it was in clearance so at $5945.75 in this promo and stacking the gift cards I got 2 weeks ago, I'm definitely getting it!

    • Still on sale! Go GO!

  • +3

    5% off computers, down from 10% last year, pretty poor considering the ridiculous mark up they have on their computers.

  • +1

    Does anyone know if they'd accept an AHPRA membership? My wife is a GP nurse who doesn't have an actual ID card or proper uniform (i.e. scrubs) so the only thing she'd be able to show as proof is her AHPRA registration and maybe a letter of employment from her employer.

    • +1

      I hope so! As much a first responder as any.

    • Membership card was accepted last year and took photo ID just in case. Used it a few times.

      • Thank you :) I will let my wife know

  • Not first responders, no deal to me then.

  • Does the 15% apply to on sale items? Saw a blender for 99$ on sale at JB, would it give an additional 15% off?

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