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Would you go for the Lockwood one or the screen door one?

greater mimic commented on Prevent Door Slamming to Avoid Finger Pinch
Keep us updated with what you go with because I have a similar door, except it only slams when the side door is open and it's windy so, I…

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Crimzic on Tuya ZigBee Motorized Roller Blind Controller US$30.88 (~A$48) Delivered @ Smart Homehacks Store Aliexpress

Nice thanks I'll give one a shot. Good to know about battery

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Crimzic on Tuya ZigBee Motorized Roller Blind Controller US$30.88 (~A$48) Delivered @ Smart Homehacks Store Aliexpress

Yep part of a smart home so I have options for controlling it, I think just getting used to a different method is what's tricky. Are these…

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Crimzic on Tuya ZigBee Motorized Roller Blind Controller US$30.88 (~A$48) Delivered @ Smart Homehacks Store Aliexpress

Can these be controlled through a physical cord? I remember seeing some which included a wand/stick which could be used to control it.…

I got mine early this year and I haven't had any issues with the car itself, just took a long time to get floor mats and a towbar…

My experience is that it's gotten a lot better recently with the change in ownership. I wouldn't worry about that too much anymore. I have…

Fair enough, enjoy that sunshine

It's so easy now with such good open source software available.

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carboncomms on nbn FTTP or HFC 500/50 $80/M, 750/50 $89/M, 1000/100 $99/M Ongoing with a Static IPv4 (New & Existing Customers) @ Carbon Comms

Interesting thanks. Do you just need an ABN to access that plan?

greater mimic commented on nbn FTTP or HFC 500/50 $80/M, 750/50 $89/M, 1000/100 $99/M Ongoing with a Static IPv4 (New & Existing Customers) @ Carbon Comms
500/200 is very appealing but just can't do it for the price. I think $120 would be the sweet spot

Oh right I somehow missed that, that makes more sense

"The only way they can be financially justified is through a novated lease with solar panels & batteries at home" Well I have all those…

"Assuming someone travelling 15,000KM a year at 9L/100KM…" It's crazy how much cheaper an EV is to run. I pay about 8c per kWh to charge…

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Twix on Free nbn FTTP & HFC Speed Boost: 500/50, 750/50, 1000/100 | New: FTTP 2000/200, 2000/500 | HFC 250/100, 2000/100 @ nbn via ISPs

Thought so, maybe one day and for now will stick to the 1gbps plan.

greater mimic commented on Free nbn FTTP & HFC Speed Boost: 500/50, 750/50, 1000/100 | New: FTTP 2000/200, 2000/500 | HFC 250/100, 2000/100 @ nbn via ISPs
If you use a router with 2.5g ports and the network runs through a gigabit switch, is there any benefit in an internet plan with higher…

Whats the reason behind this? Curious if it's something I should be doing

greater mimic commented on New BYD Dolphin or Used MG4 Essence 64
Any thoughts on GWM Ora?

greater mimic commented on Moving into a House - Need to Buy Mower, Trimmer, Blower, etc. What Brand/Range to Go for?
If you go Ryobi make sure you go 36V, much more power My Ryobi mower has broken in the past and I just take it to Bunnings and swap it with…

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Lit Homie on Free 5 Years Servicing (Valued at $2064), Optional 10 Year Warranty $880 (Valued at $4980) with XPENG G6 Order @ XPENG

Oh good point, just noticed it's a complimentary service. I guess no savings for me :(

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Deal finder on Free 5 Years Servicing (Valued at $2064), Optional 10 Year Warranty $880 (Valued at $4980) with XPENG G6 Order @ XPENG

I had my first service with BYD (Atto 3) booked for next week and they just called to cancel it as they no longer deem the first service…

greater mimic commented on Novated Lease EV or Toyota Hybrid
I have an Atto 3 and it's a really nice low cost option, good size too nice and compact

greater mimic commented on Wolfbox Electric Air Duster MF100 $96.94 Delivered @ Wolfbox via Amazon AU
Love using this

Yeah Kodi is still fantastic, just requires a lot of time to set it up to your preference. Integrates well with Jellyfin, but would prefer…

The Kodi Jellyfin add on is really good if you want a nice interface. Though you also then need a nice Kodi skin such as Arctic Fuse

I worked at KFC quite a while ago and we had a chicken delivery every morning (except maybe Sunday? And we received an even bigger order on…

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axlfan on BYD Shark 6 Premium $59,400 Driveaway (Save up to $3,330) @ BYD Australia

I reckon the Atto is still a great option for the price and size of it. I didn't want anything bigger, plus couldn't justify the $20k extra…

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axlfan on BYD Shark 6 Premium $59,400 Driveaway (Save up to $3,330) @ BYD Australia

I wouldn't be concerned now. I heard there were a lot of issues related to the 12V battery which have been resolved now. I have a 2025 Atto…

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Euphemistic on What Is The Cheapest EV That Can Reliably Do Minimum ~400km Highway Driving

You could also use a novated lease now to reap the FBT exemption savings, and then in 5 years time trade up for something with much better…

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escusemay on Meross Matter Smart Plug Mini with Energy Monitor - 2-Pack $41.99 + Delivery ($0 with Prime/ $59 Spend) @ Shuzu-AU via Amazon AU

I think some devices let you run both networks, not sure about sonoff.
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