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Hi guys, At what age/stage in your life did you engage an accountant? I may need to get an accountant. What should I look for in a good accountant? Should s/he be making deductions for me (making …

JB Hi-Fi just launched a bunch of new BYO plans I'm considering the $45 BYO with 25gb data and $200 JB Hi-Fi Gift Card If I sell the gift card for even $150, I will bring the cost down to …

Hi guys, I was lucky enough to ride an awesome wave of Afterpay, although admittedly only a small amount was invested. At $5.75 I put in $500. The share price is now hovering around …

Hi all Looking for a fun game to play online with friends. Something like Words with Friends but without the incredibly disturbing number of ads. Not into rpg/shooting games etc. Are there any …

Recently purchased a Kogan Sim card which I purchased via Kogan Gift Card. Upon activation, I forgot to use the Sim Card Activation Code I had just purchased, and instead purchased another one by …

I just cleaned out my junk and came across 4 Telstra modems. Brand new in box. Gave 2 away but have 2 left. They are the Telstra Gateway Max 2. Is there any good use for these modems? Are they …

Hi all, I'm heading overseas to travel India in a few months. I don't plan to do any crazy activities, so CC travel insurance will suffice (Opposed to separate standalone travel …

I'm new to the stock market. Other people's opinions are often useful and carry some weight. Are there any forums that you use/recommend where people discuss shares? I hope to discuss the …

Hi all, 4-6 Months ago I purchased another Xiaomi 20,000 mAh powerbank with quick charge. I use it at least 2-3 times a week and it has been great. However, yesterday I plugged my phone in (Samsung …

Hi guys Heading to get dumplings with some friends. My friend claims there's a place which does 62.5c dumplings in North Sydney. But he can't remember where. Can anyone please help …

Hi all, I've seen all the same etc that Ozbargainers post about so I'm trying to be a bit cautious. I want to purchase these headphones with the eBay 10% off promotion currently but …

Hi guys, I'm looking for a recommendation on a quick charge smart charger for my android phone. I want to stick to brand-names only (Tronsmart blitzwolf etc), because i want to minimise …

Hi all, I'm wanting to experience Vivid tonight. It appears it's raining though and for the sake of convenience and for the sake of staying out of the rain and enjoying a car drive, do you …

Hi all, I started a thread a few months ago but I didn't get the a suitable response. Hopefully enough has changed now so I can get a new view on the issue. I love the idea of owning Bose …

Hi all, I needed some advice/suggestions. I wish to get my brake calipers painted red (Faster…durrrrr!). I'm not comfortable doing it myself. How much can I expect to pay to get this …

Hi all, Recently bought a car (yes yes, laugh at me, I'm the AMG kid) Getting my car washed professionally fort he first time. I planned on getting it washed tomorrow, but the forecast looks …

Hi all, I just purchased my first "proper" car. Got my hands on Merc A200 AMG with all the bells and whistles (reverse cameras, voice control, self parking etc etc) But what do you keep …

Hi all, I'm looking to purchase the original Timberland shoes and came across this eBay listing. It has my size (Size 10, which is sold out almost everywhere else), for $160 + Shipping, and …

Hi guys, I'm looking to get into the property market and I'm considering buying my first home/apartment. I've come up with a strategy and this is it: Preliminary Info: I have $80k …

Hi Ozb, I'm not a petrolhead. I have an old car, and it's time for an upgrade. My budget is about $25,000. I'd like a convertible, but would settle for a sport coupe. Been thinking …

Hi all, Haven't been AMF bowling recently. Heading there tomorrow with the Mrs. What's the cheapest way to book these days? Hoping for 2 Games of Bowling + $50 Arcade Credit + 1 Game of …

Hi guys, I drove a 2012 Mazda 3. In peak hour traffic, whilst exiting a busy car park, I accidentally drove onto a refuge Island. The bottom of the car chassis scraping across the refuge made …

Hi guys, I've seen this a number of times, where an iPhone (or any smart phone on ebay), is listed as AU stock, and the ad looks legitimate, with good reviews,BUT THERE's NO FINGERPRINT …

Hi guys, I need urgent advice. My good friend has been summonsed to Jury duty. He received the notice about a month back. The trial starts THIS MONDAY 30/10/17. On 22/10/17 he applied to be exempt …

Hi all, I've been in the market for a nice leather bag and I've come across Mahi Leather to be the best bang for buck (for my style). It's UK based. I know that on ASOS, you change …

Hi all, I have an NBN setup at my place. Relatively large sized house so wifi coverage can be dodgy. I use a Netgear WiFi range extender upstairs at the moment (Plugs into wall). Recently purchased …

Hi guys! I'm starting a new corporate job in the city. For work, I want a nice (real) leather, overnight duffle bag. My budget is around $100-$200. I want to be able to fit a couple of folders, …

Hi all Sorry for the stupid question but I've never been in this situation before and don't know how to fix it. All the older folk are probably gonna shake their head at this. Brace …

Does HJ STILL do $1 thick cut chips? Couldn't find info anywhere.

What Am I missing here? How can a chromecast 2 be $20? http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Google-Chromecast-2-Digital-HDMI-... It's $55 from O/W. Even more at Kogan. I own 3 of these bad boys. …

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1La4QzGeaaQ Well….did it? Watch in Native 8k! I've got NBN Wi-Fi FTTN 100/40 - Been loading for about 4-5 mins…only have the first 3 seconds of …

Hi all, Last minute plan to travel to Thailand for 2-3 weeks from Late december to Mid January. I haven't booked anything yet. I know it will probably get expensive at that time of year. How …

I love iHerb's lip balms - Sierra Bees Balm. It's cheap (a lot cheaper than Kmart etc), not in female styled packaging (useful for a male), and overall good quality product. I can't …

Hi guys, Just purchased 3 for $99 CT shirts. Quality was impeccable. Service was impeccable, and so was the experience. But I have a very slim build, long arms, and big neck. The slimmest shirts …

Hi Guys, I'm looking to buy an iPhone 6S Plus Gold for Father's Day. Obviously there's a huge differnece in price between International Stock and AU Stock. How good is Apple's …

I know there are a number of apps to store passwords in etc. but for me, most of them seem Over the top? Any decent apps someone can recommend or any lockable note keeping apps anyone can recommend …

Hi guys I'm a bit out of my depth. Please help me. I've never purchased health insurance on my own. I recently turned 21, and as a result was (by default) removed from my Parents' …

I think this will be useful in my room…but I've already got a chromecast on my TV. What does it actually do? Can anyone please explain? The chromecast was a huge life-changer…and …

Got mates coming over for State of Origin After the match, would be good to stream music/vidoes on teh tv need a chromecast. Currently, no deals on here :( Any suggestions? thanks

Hi all I went to Vietnam earlier in the year and bought a North Face jacket. A puffer vest. I managed to snag it for about $25 AUD. It looks and feels good. I picked it up in Hanoi from a local …

When is it coming to Aus, and what advantage is there to buying Aus stock locally vs buying US stock from places like Kogan etc. I've been considering getting one for a while so I can control …

I'm flying to Melb in a couple weeks. My flight arrives at 2pm. I plan to catch up with someone I've only ever met through the phone. He's a corporate professional who helped me get a …

Hi all, I recently purchased a DELL XPS 13. i7, 7th gen. Love it - I think it's a great unit and it looks spectacular. The only thing is, because of its small form factor, it isn't the …

Hi all, I recently became a non-vegetarian, after years of being a vegetarian (By choice). I was very well equipped to make food decisions that were budget conscious for Vegetarian options - Almost …

Hi all, I'm a finance student. I've been using the Fx-82AU for years now. I broke it just yesterday, and my exams are a week away. y I need to get a new one, but never realized how …

I'm 21. I've worked my entire teenage life since I was thirteen (Cash jobs), then hungry jacks, then restuarants and now working at a bank. (Studying full time at Uni too). I recently took …

Not sure if this is the right place to ask I want to get a mani/pedi. I've never had one (except in Vietnam). Good fun, and just an all-round feel good activity. Where can I get one in Sydney, …

Hi all, I've never seen snow before. This winter between Semester 1 and Semester 2, I want to go to the snowy mountains with some mates. Can someone please help me out and tell me what to …