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Ideas for Heating a Large Downstairs Area

Hi, looking for ideas for heating a large downstairs room area. Considered underfloor heating but it is apparently not feasible for an existing structure. Now considering hydronic radiators as we …

Builder to Replace Concrete Slab

Hi, I'm looking for recommendations for a builder to replace adjoining water damaged concrete garage roofs and install a new balustrade in Bondi. No tiling is required. Dimensions are 32 sqm. …

Recommendations Sought for Christmas Gift Hampers

Hi, would love to have recommendations for reliable Christmas Gift Hamper companies. I'd like hampers which contain wine, nibblies, chocolates etc. Have used the same company for years and …

Recommendations for Home Insurance Broker

Hi, I would appreciate recommendations for an insurance broker for home and contents in NSW. Many thanks in advance.

Recommend a Cordless Dental Water Flosser

Hi all, I would love to have recommendations for a good cordless dental flosser which is not too expensive (under $100). It's for a gift in two weeks' time so can't wait for sales. …

Samsung TV Error Msg 'New Device Not Found’ ‘USB1/2 Power Overload'

Wondering if anyone has encountered this error and found a solution. I have a Samsung TV LA40B650T1FXXY which has begun displaying the message 'New device not found’ ‘USB1/2 power …

Steep Increase in Home & Contents Insurance

I’ve been with same insurer for 20 years (dumb, yes :). Insurance premium has now increased to $2493 for Home rebuild: $612,060 Contents: $30K Excess: $200 on a double storey semi in Bondi with 2 …

Trying to Find CEO Email Addresses

Hi, can anyone here provide me with the email addresses of APIA CEO (I think it might be Suncorp's Steve Johnstone) and Calvin Klein's Australia CEO (possibly Manny Chirico of PVH?). Many …

Remove Old Filing Cabinet Drawers

Hi, despite Googling the topic, I can't quite work out how to remove the drawers of an old Elite Built 3-drawer metal filing cabinet. It doesn't appear to have any levers or lock …

Looking for Reasonably Priced Bathroom Lighting Ideas

Hi, we are replacing bathroom ceiling and consequently have the opportunity to replace existing fluorescent strip lighting. Would like some ideas for ceiling lights which are as bright as the …

Potential Identity Fraud - Scam Call

Hi, an elderly, vulnerable friend received a telephone call purporting to be from the AFP stating that they were going to arrest him for a $5M fraud. During the conversation they extracted his …

Advice Sought on Home Sum Insured Query

Dear Ozbargainers I would like some help on my home insurance. An architect friend recently calculated our home rebuild cost at $475,000 but our insurer has stated that their minimum Home Sum …

Help Needed re: Best Long Haul Baggage Allowance

Hi everyone, sadly my mother has passed away in the UK and I need to bring a lot of items back to Sydney. I would appreciate help with: Most generous hold luggage allowance - ideally 2 bags Lowest …

Need Cheap Unlocked Mobile Phone

Hi, I'm looking for a cheap unlocked mobile phone which has a mini SIM slot. I need it to use my TMobile UK SIM for occasional calls/messages to/from the UK. Any recommendations much …

Help to Configure Internet Access Point on Nokia N97

Hi, not sure if anyone can help as this is a very old phone. I'm unable to access the internet on this phone and I have been advised by my ISP, Vodafone, to contact Nokia to help me to …

Book on Sydney's Buildings of Interest

Hi, I'm looking to buy a book on Sydney's Buildings of Interest as a birthday gift. Like the look of this one (http://www.booktopia.com.au/building-sydney-s-history-derek-...) but would …

Buying US Dollars in Sydney - Best Rate

Hi, would appreciate advice on buying US dollars in Sydney at the best currrent rate. Many thanks in advance.

Advice on Honolulu Budget Accommodation

Hi, Honolulu and budget probably don't belong in the sentence but I'll try anyway. Can anyone recommend clean and fairly central (I don't drive) accommodation in Honolulu at about …

Best Price for Samsung Galaxy S5 Dual SIM

Hi, I've decided with the help of many helpful Ozbargainers (thank you, lovely people) to buy a Samsung Galaxy S5 dual SIM. Where would I get it at the best price? I do need it quickly as …

Help Needed Connecting Panasonic Blu-ray Recorder to TV

Hi, I'm unable to connect my recorder to my TV and would appreciate any help. The models are Panasonic Blu-ray Disc Recorder DMR-BWT450 & Panasonic LCD Television TX-32LWD500A. When a …

Looking for a new 4G dual sim mobile phone

Hi, I'm looking to buy a 4g dual sim mobile phone with quad core, removable battery, expandable memory, water resistant and micro SD slot at best price. Huawei phones appear to be the cheapest, …

Help Needed to Choose a TV Player/Recorder

Hi, I have a store credit and need to choose between 2 options, an LG HR836T HD Tuner 500GB Recorder 3D Blu-Ray Player at $307 or an LG HR949T 1TB Twin Tuner 3D HDD Recorder with Blu-Ray Player @ …

Cabin Bag Wheel Replacement in Sydney

Hi, I'm trying to find an inexpensive repairer in Sydney to replace the wheels on my cabin bag. Thanks in advance for any suggestions.

Need Recommendations for Laser Printer in Sydney under $100

Hi, our old Lexmark has died. Looking for recommendations for a home printer available for purchase in Sydney, ideally under $100 with: B/W & colour printing, scanner, copier, reasonable quality …

Jewellery Valuation for Earrings

Hi Ozbargainers, I would like to have a pair of 18ct gold ruby earrings valued in Sydney, ideally for less than $100. Thanks in advance for any recommendations.

Looking for Imperialware Vada Cistern

Hi, I'm looking for a cistern for an Imperial Ware Vada Close Coupled Toilet Suite. Imperialware stopped operating in Australia in 2013. Does anyone know of any Australian company who may have …

Sri Lankan King Coconut Oil in Sydney

Hi, does anyone know where to buy Sri Lankan King Coconut Oil in Sydney or online. If not available, what is the next best coconut oil option for hair, body etc use? Many thanks.

Hybrid Laptop Advice

Hi, I would love to get recommendations on best value laptops with detachable keyboards. I have a Macbook Air which I find great for performance, grunt, reliability etc but I still find it too heavy …

Radio to listen to overseas radio stations

Hi, I'd like to buy a radio for someone living in Sydney to listen to overseas radio stations particularly UK. What do I look for and where to buy? Appreciate any help.

Sending Money Door to Door

Hi, I need to send money to my mother in London from Oz. However, since she is housebound, it would need to be cash to her door. Does anyone know of a reputable company which offers such a service. …

Boot Failure

Hi, my PC has died from boot failure and I don't have a boot diskette. This is what the various screens say. 1st Screen Core Cell Extreme Chip MSI International Intel Inside Press Shift-F10 …

Cheap flights to/from Japan

Hi, I would appreciate any tips on cheap flights Tokyo to Sydney return or one way circa 20 Nov 2014. Also, tips on reasonable eating places and, generally speaking, what's cheaper in Tokyo …

Help Macbook Air vs Ultrabook

Hi all, would greatly appreciate help in deciding which of these 2 laptops to buy. I think I need/want 13' screen, 1.7 GHz, 8Gb RAM and 256Gb HD. Macbook Air comes in at about $1700. Ideally, …

Jetstar Airways

Avoiding Jetstar card charges

Hi, would appreciate suggestions on avoiding Jetstar card charges. I don't have an online bank so can't use Poli and neither do I have a Jetstar Mastercard. Thanks in advance.

Advice on Laptop for travel sought by technophobe

Hi, I use PCs but am a complete technophobe as far as computer terms and specs go. I would love to have some advice on which laptop to buy for travelling. I need something light, fast and reliable. …