[NSW] OzBargain 18th Birthday - Mascot Meetup (Monday 18 November 6:00pm) @ Mascot (Nikaido Mascot)

Fat Horny Ghost on 09/10/2024 - 16:16
Last edited 19/11/2024 - 03:04 by 2 other users
OzBargain's 18th Birthday!!! is here!

18 great years of amazing deals, cashbacks, hacks, tips and loopholes

My second event for OzBargain's birthday!! This years Ozbargain's 18th Birthday will be on 18th November. I held the event last year at Mascot, which was a great!

UPDATE PHOTOS ARE UP

This year, it will be at Nikaido Mascot 90 mins ACYE Japanese Yakiniku Buffet (was $46.90 now $1.90).

This is not a free event. The total cost for you is $1.90. You will need to pay a $10 deposit with the additional $1.90 payment = $11.90 total. If you upgrading then you don't need pay $1.90 extra and only need pay me $40 on the day.

$10 deposit will be refunded in person at the event. No refund if you don't attend.

🍽️ Nikaido has also kindly sponsored an option of either a free soft drink or bottle of Asahi per person.

🏆Our event sponsors Creative Labs has sponsored the following prizes to be won via a competition in the comments + voted at the event

1) Stage SE Soundbar (RRP - $99.95)
2) Live Cam 4k webcam (RRP - $110)

Thanks goes to Scotty for covering the costs and creating such a useful site, thanks to CyberMurning for recommending this restaurant and thanks to our event prize sponsors Creative Labs.

Meetup Details
Meetup Details
📅 Date Monday 18 November 2024 for 18th Birthday!
🕖 Time (Part I) 6.00pm - Pre-drinks chat (BYO), Check in and Deposit Refunds @ Nancy Bird-Walton Reserve
🕖 Time (Part II) 6.45pm - Buffet @ Nikaido Mascot
📍Address G0.1, Adina Hotel, 17 Bourke Rd, Mascot NSW 2020
🚙 Parking Free street parking or 2 hours free parking Woolworths - Refer to map here for locations - red line is free parking
🚆 Train 2 mins walk from Mascot Station
🍽️ Menu AYCE Buffet - https://www.nikaido-mascot.com.au/buffet
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Cap 82 OzBargainers + 9 guests
Schedule

Important:
- ARRIVE EARLIER for Part I to check in and receive deposit (starts at 6:00pm)
- UPGRADES bring $40 extra cash

PART I - Pre-drinks chat (BYO), Check in and Deposit Refunds 6.00pm @ Nancy Bird-Walton Reserve
6:00pm - Meet at Nancy Bird Reserve (halfway between Mascot Train Station and Restaurant) for pre-drinks for the alcoholics like me (BYO), chat, check in and deposit refunds (Woolworth and BWS nearby to claim [Free 330ml can of Lemon, Pineapple or Peach Kirin] and/or Free 200ml Bottle of Ready to Serve Aperol Spritz)
PART II - Japanese Buffet 6:45pm @ Nikaido
6:45pm - Arrive at Nikaido (across the road) and check in late arrivals. Please arrive at this time or earlier
7:00pm - Buffet time - all seated. Don't arrive at or after this time as you will need to find me too busy eating in order receive your deposit.
8:45pm - Vote for winner of prizes (PRIZE 1 - WHAT'S THE BEST SYDNEY BARGAIN, HACK OR DEAL and PRIZE 2 - THE OZBARGAINER OF THE YEAR, THE MOST IMPRESSIVE OZBARGAIN HOARD).
9:00pm - Finish.
Cost of event - $1.90

THIS EVENT IS NOT FREE Extra $1.90 payment (beemit transfer) is required by Friday 8 November in order to reserve your spot, attend and receive your $10 deposit back. UPGRADES don't need this extra payment and only need to pay $40 on the day.

Change of minds and waitlist

Deposits are now locked in and cannot be returned as it's past the last date.
No more change of minds.

Buffet Details

Arrive at 6:00pm at Part I for check in, pre-drinks, deposit refunds and chat. Please do not arrive later than 6:45pm. Arrive earlier to check in and collect your refund.

Buffet tables will be self allocated. There will be a big table of 20 and other tables of 4, 6 and 8. UPGRADES will be under a separate table.

Choose your free can of soft drink or Asahi after seating.

30 mins allocated to sit down, chat and check out the table ordering system. 90 mins buffet.

People paying separately must pay for themselves first.

Separate orders of drinks or sides must be done at the bar.

Details of ACYE Buffet here - https://www.nikaido-mascot.com.au/buffet

Sponsorships and Prizes

Creative Labs has sponsored prizes that are able won via online competition in the comments section below. The most votes at the event for the topics below wins:

Prize 1: WHAT'S THE BEST SYDNEY BARGAIN, HACK OR DEAL? - Last time to reply on Sunday 17 November @ 10pm

Prize 2: THE OZBARGAINER OF THE YEAR, THE MOST IMPRESSIVE OZBARGAIN HOARD - Last time to reply on Monday 18 November @ 6:00pm

OzBargainers (Confirmed - Deposit Paid)
1. @Fat Horny Ghost 16. @Deal Hunting (P) 31. @ozb4life (P)
2. @Yeeeeee (P) 17. @Ood (P) 32. moogi27 (P)
3. @vSchweetz (P) 18. @Furrwinkle (P) 33. @CherryA (P)
4. @Ngotorious (P) 19. @Winterbloom (P) 34. @zackyis (P)
5. @Archaeop (P) 20. @casbargain (P) 35. @tlai (P)
6. @jshinee3 (P) 21. @Homr (UPGRADE) 36. @Whisave (P)
7. @notpoor (P) 22. @AwBargain (UPGRADE) 37. @Rogerrr (P)
8. @SeaSalty (P) 23. @Roseann999 (UPGRADE) 38. @rocky7st (P)
9. @dinted (P) 24. @OkinawaMilkTea (P) 39. @Tofu (P)
10. @AdamFury (P) 25. @bong (P) 40. @Ismellpennies (P)
11. @dextertheboygenius (P) 26. @Poub90 (P) 41. @Kingfisherman (P)
12. @gamerandrew99 (P) 27. @scrypton (P) 42. @Onlylurking (P)
13. @yuzeng1 (P) 28. @kyriasa (P) 43. @Asianhatchling (P)
14. @Sunnyc (P) 29. @parcus (P) 44. @iGrouch (P)
15. @Mikeoxlarge (P) 30. @cheapm8 (P) 45. @htc (P)
OzBargainers (Confirmed - Deposit Paid)
46. @Sayno (P) 54. @Bonemusher (P) 64. @tea3tea (P)
47. @iScream (P) 55. @egg (P) 65. @Stoicwinter (P)
48. @Dengziyi (UPGRADE) (P) 56. @dorapickachu (UPGRADE) (P) 66. @BilkZwang (P)
49. Kazusa (P) 57. @aliceohly (UPGRADE) (P) 67. @Squeeb (P)
50. @browser (UPGRADE) (P) 58. @abadacus (P) 68. @GalacticKat (P)
51. @Striker999 (P) 59. @kazain (P) 69. @adeboy (P)
52. @spastika (P) 60. @toothfairy0412 (P) 70. @Smashedmango (P)
53. @cintachan (P) 61. @aesthesio (P) 71. @Niveus Equitis (P)
52. @Passw0rd (P) 62. @Cheesusme (P) 72. @Usagi (P)
53. @cybermurning (P) 63. @rrlqzdpnd (P) 73. @foobat (P)
OzBargainers (Confirmed - Deposit Paid)
74. @KoNpHuSed (P)
75. @VKV (P)
77. @watsupman (P)
78. @meowzer9 (P)
79. @ayengee (P)
80. @mynamedoesnotfi (P)
81. @empengpro (P)
82. @Scrooge McDuck (Not Paid Deposit)
Guests Paying Separately (Reserved)
83. vSchhweetz (+ 1 Adult separate guest - Deposit Paid)
84. Cheapm8 (+1 Child separate guest - Deposit Paid)
85. Cheapm8 (+1 Child separate guest - Deposit Paid)
86. Tofu (+1 Child separate guest - Deposit Paid)
87. Tofu (+1 Child separate guest - Deposit Paid)
88. Tofu (+1 Child separate guest - Deposit Paid)
89. Tofu (+1 Adult separate guest - Deposit Paid)
90. meowzer9 (+1 Adult separate guest - Deposit Paid)
91. tea3tea (+1 Adult separate guest - Not Paid Deposit)

Notes:

(P) in the tables above means you have paid the $1.90 payment. If you are upgrading you don't have to pay this and only need pay me $40 on the day

If you are not on the list above you are not confirmed! Except for guests who haven't paid deposit

The following members are NOT confirmed / registered for the event and a refund will be processed
You are not on the list to come to the event and will not be sponsored by Ozbargain
@Kotatooo (Ghost Account Banned - Refunded $10)
@Harmz803 (Not Registered - Refunded $10)
@annali2204 (Banned - Refunded $11)
@Diyu (Change of Mind - Refunded $10)
@RoseJJ (Change of Mind - Refunded $10)
@Ozshopus (Change of Mind - Refunded $10)
@meowzer9 - (Refunded $11.80 and received $10 deposit for guest)

Swaps
@User2049 (switched spots with @htc)
@Tranks47 (switched spots with @Squeeb)
@LoveBargainAus (switched spots with @stoicwinter)

If you miss out on this event, you're welcome to join my Epicurean Buffet Event at the Crown Casino here

Site Discussion OzBargain18

Comments

      • SeaSalty on 06/11/2024 - 23:03

        Oh my so fast! Thank you!

  • Fat Horny Ghost on 07/11/2024 - 18:19
    +5

    UPDATE - EVENT SPONSORS - Creative Labs

    If you missed the memo, the members joining the event will have a chance at the following prizes sponsored by Creative Labs.

    The following prizes will be either be won through a quiz, competition or randomly drawn:
    1) Stage V2 Soundbar (RRP - $200)
    2) Stage SE Soundbar (RRP - $99.95)
    3) Live Cam 4k webcam (RRP - $110)

    Please see the following message below from one of the event sponsors:

    We're excited to announce an exclusive Black Friday deal on OZBargain with 50% OFF on selected TWS and headphones.
    Exclusive OZBargain Promo Code: OZB50

    Available products:

    Ace Series: Ace 2, Ace
    Zen Air Series: Zen Air Pro, Zen Air Plus, Zen Air 2
    Outlier Free Series: Outlier Free Pro+, Outlier Free Pro, Outlier Free+, Outlier Free, Outlier Free mini

    Offer ends on December 31, 2024!
    https://au.creative.com/p/headphones-headsets

    • whyisave on 07/11/2024 - 18:25
      +1

      W00t.

      So far, so good … @Fat Horny Ghost

  • crazyboy on 08/11/2024 - 15:48

    Can I still join this?

    • Fat Horny Ghost on 13/11/2024 - 18:40

      No - all spots taken

    • Tranks27 on 18/11/2024 - 00:12

      I’ve dm u and a few others to take my spot. Cheers

  • CyberMurning on 08/11/2024 - 18:24

    Cant wait! I wish the date is 11th Nov!!!

    • whyisave on 10/11/2024 - 18:26

      You're already hungry for tomorrow, haha

  • mynamedoesnotfi on 10/11/2024 - 20:38

    I just paid! Hopefully I made it.

    • Fat Horny Ghost on 10/11/2024 - 20:39

      You made it to the very last spot congrats!

      • CyberMurning on 11/11/2024 - 21:48
        -1

        i remember there is saying about last person joining must shout everyone a glass of beer ?!?!?!?!?

  • EY123456789 on 10/11/2024 - 21:14

    Can you please add me to the waitlist? Much appreciated!

    • Fat Horny Ghost on 14/11/2024 - 00:11

      You're in the waitlist - please keep an eye if people can't make it and follow the steps in the main post to switch spots with them

  • Synticulous on 11/11/2024 - 21:20

    @Fat Horny Ghost

    Predrinks optimistic.

  • Fat Horny Ghost on 11/11/2024 - 23:11
    +2

    Hi, It was nice meeting some of you at the fortress event tonight~

    All spots are now locked in. Any cancellations now will result in a loss of your deposit unless you can organise someone in the waitlist to take your spot.

    Please note that the extra guests paying separately on the list who haven't paid a deposit as seen below, don't have confirmed spots. Please beemit $10 to @jason9a before Wednesday 13 November to confirm your spot or I will allocate these spots to actual Ozbargain members in the waitlist.

    82. vSchhweetz (+ 1 Adult separate guest - Not Paid Deposit)
    89. meowzer9 (+1 Adult separate guest - Not Paid Deposit)

    It was nice meeting some of you at the fortress event tonight~

  • Fat Horny Ghost on 13/11/2024 - 19:44
    +2

    UPDATE - MYSTERY PRIZE #1 - WHAT'S THE BEST SYDNEY BARGAIN, HACK OR DEAL? - ONE OF THE PRIZES BELOW

    1) Stage V2 Soundbar (RRP - $200)
    2) Stage SE Soundbar (RRP - $99.95)
    3) Live Cam 4k webcam (RRP - $110)

    Let's kick off the event early for the first sponsored prize by Creative Labs - you must reply to this specific post and comment with your answer. The winner will be decided by a vote towards the end of the event. The response must meet the rules below.

    Reply to this comment with your answers:

    Question: What is currently the best Sydney bargain, hack or deal?

    RULES
    1. This prize is only eligible to Ozbargain members that are registered, confirmed and attending the Mascot event.
    2. The response must refer to something based in SYDNEY only (cannot be available nationwide or state-wide).
    3. Must be a bargain, hack or deal that has not been previously posted on Ozbargain or posted on Ozbargain before your comment / response.
    4. Must be legal.
    5. The bargain, hack or deal must be currently available and is not expired/cannot be used, bought etc.
    6. You must have bought it, used it, abused it, done it before etc. Need to give some proof or story.
    7. You can only win one prize, so if you won one already at the event, it'll go to the next person with the most votes done at the event.
    8. You only get one response before 10:00pm on Sunday 17 November, you may edit this before the date and time. Any edits / responses after don't count.
    9. Whoever gets the most likes for their post gets +5 bonus votes on the day.
    10. You may only vote once for a response at the event - so go through responses carefully! You can't vote for yourself.

    Best of luck!

    • Bonemusher on 13/11/2024 - 20:09
      +7

      A noobie bargain hunter here, don't know if this counts but the Coles location at St leonards Sydney specifically do their markdowns at 6pm, where they release all the stuff that is expiring that day in one go. I've gone a couple times and have scored pretty sweet grocery hauls.

      They range from 80-90% off RRP, which is awesome as a broke uni student lol. It might not be the best bargain in Sydney but it definitely is to me!

      Here's a pic of a recent haul, lasted me 2 weeks :)
      https://imgur.com/a/T83L1sn

      • sunnyc on 13/11/2024 - 22:52
        -1

        Tony?

      • cheapm8 on 17/11/2024 - 19:58

        Same thing happens at woolworths mascot. But at around 5.30pm

    • LoveBargainsAus on 13/11/2024 - 22:19
      +5

      I love doing arts and crafts and I am always on the lookout for affordable creative things to do. For this reason, I absolutely love Waverley Library. They hold many different after work workshops all throughout the year and they are $20 or less per person depending on the workshop.

      Previously, I have done a resin cheeseboard workshop for $20 (The orange/pink small cheeseboard is mine) https://files.ozbargain.com.au/upload/484062/117501/5c42fd83….
      On another occasion, I have done a jesmonite workshop for $20. https://files.ozbargain.com.au/upload/484062/117500/053dc8c6….
      And when I was in between jobs, I did a green thumbs session (for free but during working hours) - decorating milk cartons into planters (except I just use it as decoration at home). https://files.ozbargain.com.au/upload/484062/117502/50c3b4c4…

      There are so many other crafty workshops on offer such as jewellery making, ceramic painting, origami etc. On a regular basis they also hold collage making and colouring-in for mindfulness.

      In addition to crafting events, they also hold 3D printing workshops, various tech sessions and events to help with job hunting. There are so many events to choose from. Go have a look at their eventbrite page https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/waverley-library-2726730432! Popular events do get booked out so it is all about fast fingers!

      • whyisave on 14/11/2024 - 08:39

        I love doing arts and crafts

        Then, check out "The Sewing Basket" in Balmain and/or Newington 😉

    • Kyriasa on 15/11/2024 - 09:17
      +4

      Not much of a hack or bargain, but I know that some places like the post office charge for witnesses signatures on official documentation.

      I find it really convenient that there are dedicated and free justice of the peace desks within Sydney setup by the city of Sydney. So it avoids having to go contact a justice of peace directly or having to go to a place that's not dedicated as a justice of peace like a court house or asking a Dr.

      I've personally used the Downing Court Complex justice of the peace desk many times and found it really fast and straightforward.

      List of Justice of Peace desks. https://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/library-information-serv…

    • vSchweetz on 15/11/2024 - 15:18
      +6

      I've always loved how you can walk up to the deli section at Coles, ask to try an expensive slice of ham, consume and then thank them and walk away.

    • whyisave on 16/11/2024 - 00:14
      +3

      The following is not a "hack", or a "deal", and could be viewed as (sic) "bargain", but it's actually much more than that.
      It is about reducing wastage and it could actually save you money…which you can then spend on (sic) other OzB deals :-)

      There is a place called Repair Cafe, in Lane Cove and they've been there for many years now, having moved to Lane Cove from North Sydney, in 2016.

      The Repair Cafe is filled by volunteers, who dedicate their time to help you 'repair' your items that you might have otherwise thought of throwing away.

      Have a broken strap on a bag?
      Have speakers which don't power on?
      Need your trouser or skirt hem-line shortened?
      Want to repair your jewellery or ceramics?
      Your leather shoes need a small repair?
      Your tools or knives need sharpening?

      Bring.
      Them.
      Over.

      The Repair Cafe is about breaking the cycle of buy, use, toss it out.
      Various items such as jewellery, ceramics, shoes, toys, clothes, zips, bags, umbrellas, small woodwork repairs, and household battery-operated and electrical items can be repaired.
      ( They do not repair Microwaves )

      All repairs are FREE.

      Their usual schedule are:
      - 2pm to 4pm (local time)
      - 1st and 2nd Sunday, of each Month

      Located at:
      The Living & Learning Centre,
      180 Longueville Road,
      Lane Cove
      NSW 2066

      You do not need to make a booking.
      Just turn up and you should be allocated a time slot between 2 - 4pm.
      The sweet ladies and helpful gentlemen there, will endeavour to fit in as many repairs as possible.

      They gladly accept donations and appreciate them.
      If you would like to donate your skills, you can talk to them and volunteer your time there too.
      If you want to donate any items that you think they will find useful, eg. cleaning products, solder (for soldering), etc….or anything you might think would be useful to them as tools or parts, they may accept them as well.

      ( I donated my collection of electrical extension leads, wiring off-cuts and electrical plugs to them before )

    • Fat Horny Ghost on 16/11/2024 - 18:15
      +6

      The Fat Horny Ghost's Guide to live off the corporate benefits and lifestyle, without necessarily being a corporate worker!

      Sydney hosts some of the largest corporate companies and entities in the world.

      Some of these large corporate companies and entities (not Ozbargain) are funded by dumb equity which leads to…

      My best bargain and hack, which is to take advantage of the free feeds, canapés, drinks and alcohol whilst mingling amongst CEO's, staff and other parasites like myself at these networking, staff, special and Christmas party events etc. across this global 24/7 city.

      Corporate giants or small entities use social media platforms with invites that are sometimes open to the public, so technically anyone can join. If you're friends or family with staff there, you can also get invited to more exclusive events such as Christmas parties in a private mansion catered by private chefs in Rose Bay! If you follow certain prominent corporate staff who like to party and network and love to share the events on Linkedin you can also keep up with all the public (and sometimes semi-private or exclusive events). I will share some of the upcoming events.

      1. Ozbargain's November Birthday - The classic and the original. Free food, drinks, feeds, buffets and prizes whilst meeting other bargain hunters to discuss your favourite deals, bargains and hacks. I have learnt plenty and continue to learn and share what I can. I have brought the lovely community together last year, and the upcoming Mascot event will be no exception. This year the budget increased to $45 per person so has opened up more options which I am hosting such as this Nikaido Mascot event and the upcoming Epicurean Buffet. Exclusive to Ozbargain members only!

      2. Lenovo's end of 2024 celebration cruise Sydney Whilst cruising, there's work to be done. Discuss Lenovo’s modern AI infrastructure solutions and hybrid cloud infrastructure (HCI), through Microsoft’s Azure Stack Services at the Edge, and in your own data centre. https://events.ccm.click/lenovo/end-of-2024-celebration-crui…

      3. SXSW Sydney - Badges that cost around $2k? Nah, there's special ways to getting them free or at a big discount! i.e. Setup your online media company and you can get a media badge with access to most of the events or be a keynote guest speaker or panelist to share your valuable insight and knowledge or join UTS Startups as these creatures are the whizzes as they hack their way through everything and everything. There's plenty of networking and afterparty events in the SXSW week each year with CEO's and prominent staff from all over the world enjoying free flowing canapes and huge bar tabs. I was lucky to join many of them in the past 2 years thanks to some members from Ozbargain giving off some tips.

      4. Meetup and Eventbrite offers plenty of events ranging from networking, cruises, parties etc. with free feeds and you get to learn a wide variety of topics or just party away. Bonus if you know someone and they got promo codes for free tickets - see next one below. Upcoming ones are Revitalising the future of work/Educating tomorrows leaders and Elastic and Kafka Meetup to explore, knowledge share and network. There's no guarantee of free food and drinks, but certain companies like Canvas and other tech related ones (lots of dumb equity here) do offer food and drinks. You'll figure out once you go often enough and you meet the ones that do go often.

      5. Exclusive Giveaway Alert - Free Sydney Harbour Party Cruise worth $45. I got offered free tickets to a bunch of boat cruises and I did hold back for a while but decided to share this deal with you guys (limited free tickets)! Exlusive Boat Hire presents Le Bleu - Harbour Days on Sunday 24 November 2024 with free tickets here by using the promo code cruising. Just a headsup, this is a party boat with no free food or drinks, a bottle of corona costs $12 and pizza is like $20+. The lovely gentlemen and ladies attending this cruise can be also a little too loose. I ended up spending a small fortune on food and drinks as the vibe was going and you're stuck there for 4 hours. But you get to enjoy the view of Sydney harbour and party for 4 hours! Note I will not be in Sydney on this date, so will not be attending this event.

      That's a snippet, I would share more but would love to hear some of your Sydney hacks and bargains in the competition and in person on the day! Don't be shy and welcome to come say hi :)

    • cheapm8 on 17/11/2024 - 21:41
      +4

      I have a "hack" that could potentially be a nationwide hack, however i only have a sample size of 3 and all at Oporto's Mascot. When this deal come up about a month ago i ordered it and used up all my reward dollars ($1.xx) to reduce the price. To my surprise, the order did not get recorded in my app and the reward dollars did not deduct. Thought it maybe was a once off bug. But then just week i had another account that had $5 reward dollars that was given by Oporto's for them "missing me". Order the $5 brekky deal, and used the $5 reward dollar to bring it down to $0, and again, the order was not recorded and i still had $5 reward dollars left. Winning! So i immediately ordered a second $5 brekky meal and took $5 reward dollars off to bring it down to $0….but this time unfortunately it recorded the second order and my rewards dollars balance went to $0.

      Potentially this hack only works for the first order for the day and any subsequent orders will get tracked. Wouldnt mind having a larger sample size from the Ozb community to help figure the in's and out's of this hack :)

    • dinted on 17/11/2024 - 21:46
      +6

      Heaps of points back on your Opal top ups!

      • This promo (https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/876768) comes around regularly. If you're lucky, it's spend $50 per week over 4 weeks, get 10000 points / $50 off your next shop.

      • Top up your Opal at Coles over that period (i.e. $200 total spend).

      • Use your discounted prepaid gift cards (https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/875287) to buy discounted Coles gift cards on Shopback (i.e. Shopback Swap Card) for further savings!

      This can max out at >25% off if all your stars align ☺️

      Note - not all Coles have the Opal top up machines.

  • User2049 on 13/11/2024 - 21:01

    I can't make it anymore, would anyone like to take my spot?

    • Fat Horny Ghost on 13/11/2024 - 22:01

      Check the main post for updated information on how to get someone take your spot.

      Change of minds and waitlist

      Deposits are now locked in and cannot be returned as it's past the last date. If you have a change of mind, see the following steps:
      1. Post below and try find someone who can take your spot.
      2. I'll comment and confirm that they are registered in the waitlist.
      3. Now you can ask for the person replacing you to pay you $11.90 deposit + payment.**
      4. Comment to say you received your deposit, I'll replace them with you.

      Please see htc's post below.

      I can confirm that 'htc' is registered in the waitlist.

  • htc on 13/11/2024 - 21:20

    Yes I can

    • Fat Horny Ghost on 13/11/2024 - 22:16
      +1

      See above. You and User2049 organise the swap, you pay him $11.90 deposit and payment and once he confirms that he's received the money I'll add you the list.

      • User2049 on 14/11/2024 - 10:05
        +1

        Confirmed, please transfer my spot.

  • Fat Horny Ghost on 15/11/2024 - 23:50
    +2

    UPDATE - MYSTERY PRIZE #2 - THE OZBARGAINER OF THE YEAR, THE MOST IMPRESSIVE OZBARGAIN HOARD

    Creative Labs has only sent out 2 prizes to me, therefore it will be one of the mystery prizes below (decided by coin flip or random generator):
    1) Stage SE Soundbar (RRP - $99.95)
    2) Live Cam 4k webcam (RRP - $110)

    For the final prize - For the true Ozbargainer. Take one photo and share your most impressive, biggest, funniest and most rarest collection and hoard of individually different products that you have bought from Ozbargain. Feel free to include as many products or services if you can and show it in one photo

    The winner is voted by the Ozbargain attendees at the event based on the following considerations:
    * Most impressive.
    * Most biggest collection
    * Most rare buys such as high yield investment vehicles, price error honours etc.

    Yes I know one of you attending have hired self storage units to hoard your stashes i.e. Nintendo Switches. You are welcome to share, but unfortunately they don't count as it must be an individually different product.

    RULES
    1. One photo and must include and show a paper with your username written on it.
    2. Must be individually different products (bonus street credit for rare price error honours or insane bargains)
    3. You only get one response before the event starts on 6.00pm on Monday 18 November.
    4. Bonus +5 bonus votes for whoever gets the most likes on their post.
    5. Bonus +5 votes votes for a deal I have posted.
    5. You may only vote once for a response at the event - so go through each of the responses carefully! You can't vote for yourself.
    6. Please list each item out and a link to their respective deal. Example below:

    <Uploaded photo image URL here>
    1. Netflix Turkey Monthly VPN shown on a screen or monitor in the background - https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/829985
    2. Eneloops Collection - https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/863695
    3. Macpac Halo Down Jacket - https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/875609
    4. Kirin Hyoketsu free can - https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/875309
    5. Aminzo Z Whey Protein Isolate 4kg - https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/862261
    6. Remote Control Poo - https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/692677
    ….. go on as long as you like

    • whyisave on 15/11/2024 - 23:52
      1. Remote Control Poo - https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/692677

      Originally posted by yours truly :-D

      • whyisave on 18/11/2024 - 00:02

        1. Citi Prestige Credit Card
        It's a shame their reducing the benefits over time

        Yes, now it's only 250,000 Citi points :-\

        I still have my 'family & friends' Citi Signature Premier card, and have not let go of that card yet, but I should let it go to wait 12+ months to get of the new sign-up offers.

      • cheesusme on 18/11/2024 - 16:11

        I bought the laser pill speaker for $9 was $50 works fantastically sound is great good battery life for the price.

        Bad- micro usb vs usb c in modern apeaker but for $9 very good deal

        https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/870622

        Also got the laser 100w gan charger. Cheapest gan charger locally for $39.

        There's a deal 2 for $68 works well and still happy with it.

        https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/875470

        Hack
        For mcdonalds salad you can add up to 5 pickles for free to any garden salad and swap the sms chips to garden salad for free. and 1.5 deals every time you create a new account

    • dinted on 18/11/2024 - 01:01
      +3

      Remember when Uber Eats dropped free fast food daily for two weeks for the Aus Open? https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/603099

      https://i.imgur.com/RwQqLYO.jpeg

      My best and worst memories:
      - Around 120 ketchup packets from MCDs/HJ, which you could add crazy amounts for free with each delivery, that I am not finished yet to this day
      - I started ordering salads from Maccas, I was sick of the burgers, and somehow they managed to make salads oily
      - 8 pints of ice cream, no better way to beat the heat
      - So much Dominos garlic bread

    • Bonemusher on 18/11/2024 - 15:43
      +2

      There was a 7/11 deal that happened a couple weeks back for $1 chips/chocolate and I was scrolling on ozbargain right when it dropped: https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/874861

      Managed to get 2 big orders in before the prices were reverted. Didn’t take a pic when it first arrived but this is where the stash is atm, around 30% less than what it was originally: https://imgur.com/a/hoard-sjJvMAl

      There was also an uber one deal where you could order a meal for $1-2. Was supposed to be a one time thing but some accounts could order multiple times: https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/846940. I was lucky enough to be blessed by this and ordered like crazy, had enough meals to last me a few weeks. Here's some pics: https://imgur.com/a/qcJhHYZ

    • casbargain on 18/11/2024 - 17:25

      Mine is a collection of tech, because when you spend big, you save bigger :D

      https://ibb.co/rQVfRtN

      1. Dell - 15% Cashback (Small Business), 12% Cashback (Everyone) & Stackable on up to 50% off Selected Laptops via Shopback - https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/387607

      * All hail the power of compound savings! Marked down Dell G7 Gaming Laptop + Small Business 15% cashback trick + shopback cashback

      1. Razer DeathAdder Essential Gaming Mouse (Black) - https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/573034

      * My first gaming mouse, still in use to this day. I love the minimalist design and lightweight of it, forget 10+ customisable buttons.

      1. realme 7 5G Smartphone Bundle with Wireless Buds - https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/636730

      * This was discounted further because the one I purchased was a returned box without ear buds.

    • dengziyi on 18/11/2024 - 17:56
      +1

      It's not the most impressive but all I could muster up today.

      https://imgur.com/a/Qf5BSLI

      1. Sunbeam Barista Express
        Still using her on the daily. Covid purchase
      2. Decor Oil Spray
        I use it for cleaning products as well
      3. UE Boom 3
        Covid raves
      4. Garmin Vivoactive 4s
        My greatest joy - 50% Garmin Watch
      5. Pixel Buds Pro
        These have been dropped into a river and still work…
      6. Samsung Flip3
        Was a bargain, but the screen stopped working a year in. I don't use it anymore.
      7. Good ol' Aminoz 4kg Ozbargain deal
        So yummy. And once I tried the vanilla, except it was awful, and they fully refunded it! No questions asked
      8. Lodge Pan
        Lasts for a lifetime!!
      9. Sony WH-1000XM3
  • Scrooge McDuck on 17/11/2024 - 17:16

    I just returned to Australia from months overseas where I couldn't log in to my account. I registered for the event but apparently I'm on the waitlist. Not sure how to use Beemit either. What do?

    • Fat Horny Ghost on 17/11/2024 - 20:10
      +5

      The event is full. But given that you're a MVP and OG on Ozbargain, I have coordinated with the restaurant and made an extra spot.

  • Tranks27 on 18/11/2024 - 00:02
    +1

    Anyone from the waitlist wants to take up my spot? Im stuck overseas due to cancelled flights and cant make it for the event anymore.

    • Fat Horny Ghost on 18/11/2024 - 00:14

      I know many are keen - hopefully they see this.

      I have updated the numbers to 91, so the restaurant is holding $910 in deposits.

      1. They must be able to register to the event (i.e. no new accounts and no more than 2 registered events with the exception of Hyde Park event)
      2. Please organise with them to transfer you the deposit of $11.90. You can reply back here to confirm that you have received it. I'll update the list with their name.
    • whyisave on 18/11/2024 - 09:00

      Are you in Bali ?

    • squeeb on 18/11/2024 - 10:18

      Hi, Tanks. I am in the WL and can take your spot. Once @FatHornyGhost confirms, I can send you $11.90.

      • Fat Horny Ghost on 18/11/2024 - 10:19
        +1

        I can confirm squeeb is in waitlist

      • squeeb on 18/11/2024 - 10:20

        @Tranks27

        • Tranks27 on 18/11/2024 - 13:33

          @squeeb I’ve sent you my beem details. Please send the money and I’ll confirm

          • squeeb on 18/11/2024 - 13:44

            @Tranks27: @Tranks27 Just sent you $11.90 via Beemit. Thanks.

            • Tranks27 on 18/11/2024 - 13:53

              @squeeb: @Fat Horny Ghost transfer confirmed from @squeeb

              • squeeb on 18/11/2024 - 13:59

                @Tranks27: Thanks Tranks27. Enjoy the rest of your trip and I will enjoy the Wagyu beef and prawns! Can't wait!

              • Fat Horny Ghost on 18/11/2024 - 14:00

                @Tranks27: Thanks will update. Hope you have a safe flight back.

                I admire your original plan though to come straight from Japan straight to a Japanese buffet in Australia lol

    • Fat Horny Ghost on 18/11/2024 - 10:19

      @stoicwinter is also interested in coming and in waitlist

      • LoveBargainsAus on 18/11/2024 - 12:30
        +1

        @stoicwinter - are you interested in going and taking my spot? I was so looking forward to this but my throat is abit tickly this morning and it isn't getting any better. Let me know.

  • SmashedMango on 18/11/2024 - 09:28

    Hi, any issues arriving around 6.30pm - 6.40pm for the deposit and sign in?

    • Fat Horny Ghost on 18/11/2024 - 09:52

      No issues. Just arrive earlier if you can given the amount of people that needs to check in and receive their deposit.

  • LoveBargainsAus on 18/11/2024 - 12:50

    Hi all, is there anybody on the waitlist that would like to take my spot?

    Believe me I was so looking forward to this event and would have loved to come. But I am not feeling 100% and I am absolutely devastated that I cannot attend.

    So if someone on the waitlist would love to come and take my spot please reach out. Thank you

    • Fat Horny Ghost on 18/11/2024 - 14:15

      @stoicwinter @cerealsmok3r @viper8548 @KBZ @momo1988 @profhawk @yieeha @sjm46 @Kayla12n

      There's a spot available.

      Message, organise and transfer LoveAusBargain $11.90. You get a spot and they gets full refund.

    • stoicwinter on 18/11/2024 - 14:20

      I would love to take spot

      • LoveBargainsAus on 18/11/2024 - 14:23

        Great I will private message you details to transfer $11.90. Thank you so much.

      • Fat Horny Ghost on 18/11/2024 - 14:24
        +1

        Should bring your drone for Part I 😆

        Not sure if legal though as lots apartments around

        • stoicwinter on 18/11/2024 - 15:07

          lol too close to airport

  • Fat Horny Ghost on 18/11/2024 - 15:26
    +2

    Looks like there is only 1 legit entry (Dinted) which is following the rules in the Prize 2 competition.

    The last time to post is 6.00pm so get in quick!

  • stoicwinter on 18/11/2024 - 16:18
    +1

    My OzBargain deal that I abuse is the $1.50 large fries from McDonald's. You get these when you create a new account.
    You can get a new account every time you use a new email, so in theory, you could have indefinite $1.50 fries or cheeseburgers. If you combine this with the Monopoly discount, you can get some crazy good deals, where you end up getting a $30 trip or even more free food for $1.50.

  • Furwinkle on 18/11/2024 - 16:36
    +6

    I got a hoard of competition prizes from Ozbargain! Thanks to @shaneb and @Phalaxis and contributors.
    image link: https://imgur.com/a/cKcEJ0S

  • kongkee on 18/11/2024 - 17:09

    Probably too late, but anyone who can't make it, I can take your spot. Just need 1.

  • Fat Horny Ghost on 18/11/2024 - 17:55

    I'm running late - will be there around 6:15pm

  • browser on 18/11/2024 - 18:06
    +1

    Free Kincrome 10mm ratchet spanner keyring from earlier OZB days.

    Photo

    And a separate deal, free Stanley toolbox.

    Photo

  • dorapikachu on 18/11/2024 - 18:40

    Took the wrong train :(
    I’ll probably arrive at 6.50

  • CyberMurning on 18/11/2024 - 18:49

    Bro jason where are you….

  • Homr on 18/11/2024 - 22:29
    +4

    Had a blast tonight, thanks for organizing FHG.

    By the looks of it I'm pretty sure Nikaido made record sales for a Monday weeknight

  • meowzer9 on 18/11/2024 - 22:57
    +3

    That was a great event! Good food especially for $1.90. Thanks @scroogemcduck and @casbargain for being great company. Good job organising @fathornyghost 👍 Looking forward to the next ones.

    Happy 18th Anniversary to OzBargain! 🎉 Thank you for all the hacks & savings all these years

    • casbargain on 21/11/2024 - 19:47

      It was fun to meet you and your +1! Thanks Scotty, FHG and everybody who contributed to a successful 18th Birthday for OzBargain :)

  • Homr on 18/11/2024 - 23:08
    +1

    How long does it take to receive the not a bot badge?

    • scotty on 19/11/2024 - 05:13
      +2

      I'll send out the badges to everyone who checked in a few days later after consolidate the data.

  • dengziyi on 18/11/2024 - 23:08

    Thank you for organising, that was awesome.

  • Fat Horny Ghost on 18/11/2024 - 23:14
    +6

    I decided not to check everyone in so everyone gets a free not a bot badge! Congratulations!

  • browser on 18/11/2024 - 23:15
    +4

    Thanks Jason for organising and Scotty sponsoring. Great food and great company, had a great time.

    Hope it’s okay to post a photo as the group was marching to the venue.

  • striker999 on 18/11/2024 - 23:40
    +1

    Thanks for organising Jason and for sponsoring Scotty!!!

  • Fat Horny Ghost on 19/11/2024 - 02:00
    +10
    Photos are up

    https://ibb.co/xgQ5ths
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    https://ibb.co/pjkqfQD

    We are officially the biggest Ozbargain event in Sydney this year for the time being!

    Fun night and glad to meet you all. I hope each one of you enjoyed the buffet sponsored by Ozbargain and your $1.90 (or $40 for the wealthy splurgers and picky eating seven individuals on the UPGRADE table).

    Congratulations to the prize winners of the Creative Lab Prizes!

    If you still have availability and not as fat as me attending other events, you're welcome to join the waitlist for my other event at the Epicurean Buffet @ The Crown Sydney here - https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/873822

    There is no restriction as well for my mates event at Hyde Park on Sunday 1 December @ 11:00am here - https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/871921

    I am expecting the limited edition Ozbargain t-shirts to be issued at his event. I am planning to frame mine once I have a good collection going.

    Love xoxo
    Fat Horny Ghost

  • iGrouch on 19/11/2024 - 07:15
    +1

    Cheers every one involved, really appreciated. Fantastic night!

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