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Department of Transport and Main Roads, Queensland Government

[UPDATE] QLD TMR Rego Paid via Australia Post

[UPDATE] : Can confirm Auspost bill payment to rego received same day. Rego expiry now showing renewed before 12am. I've read posts on whirlpool stating Bpay payment on due date isn't …

ALDI

Anyone Purchased ALDI 3pk Brilliant RGB Bulb with Receipt at $19.99 ?

Some reported they're on clearance at $19.99 My local aldi SEQ BNE , has them at $39.99 still The store rep reckon it should be same price nationwide and he's willing to match it if i …

Telstra

[SOLVED] Telstra Tablet Data Sim on 4G USB Stick to Home Router

I've ordered the Telstra tablet data sim and put it in an old 320U 4G USB modem that is compatible to my billion router. I tried the setup once last week before my landline internet cut off …

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Corsair 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3000MHz 15-17-17-35 Vengeance LPX $125 + Delivery (Free Pickup) @ Umart

expired Corsair 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3000MHz 15-17-17-35 Vengeance LPX $125 + Delivery (Free Pickup) @ Umart

Corsair 16GB DDR4 (2 x8GB) Vengeance LPX Black CMK16GX4M2B3000C15 3000MHz 15-17-17-35 Good price from your local Umart.

poll Do You Lodge Tax Return by Yourself ?

Is it easy to do it yourself ? (if no investment or expenses claim)

Aussie Broadband

New Wall Outlet for NBN HFC - Aussie Broadband

UPDATE: NBN guy found out the existing lead in from outside. But managed to persuade him to install a new lead in on the 1st floor. All good. Cheers! Anyone has any luck on insisting new nbn hfc …

poll AM4 B450 MATX Motherboard Recommendation

Pair with a used 2200g + slight OC Will add a graphics card in future Maybe upgrade to 3600 when 4000 series out Which 1 would you go for ? General consensus is that shouldn't skim on mobo but …

poll Old i7-3770 Build or New PC Build

I got parts left below, should i complete it, OR sell and spend more to build a Ryzen 2600 system ? i7-3770 cpu 2x4gb DDR3-1600 450w PSU (crappy one from coolermaster but will be fine) mATX …

Dell Optiplex 9010 SFF - IGP DP to HDMI Cable

Anyone successfully powering their hdmi monitor with just a dp-to-hdmi (m-m) cable through intel iGPU DP port motherboard …

Recommend Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Phone Earpiece/Headset

Any reliable BT NC headset for phone calls ? Want something that filters out barking dog & crying baby. I've done some research and Plantronics Voyager Legend seems to do the job, but …

Wi-Fi Router for NBN HFC

I was thinking any modem router would work with nbn HFC, as it came with NTD. But i saw ABB instruction - requires modem router with WAN port & IPoE setting. Does the TPG Huawei HG532d works …

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Crucial BX500 240GB SATA 2.5-inch SSD $35 Pickup @ Umart

expired Crucial BX500 240GB SATA 2.5-inch SSD $35 Pickup @ Umart

Crucial BX500 240GB 3D NAND SATA 2.5-inch SSD Better $/GB compared to 120gb/480gb from ebay.

Have You Disabled HT on Your Intel CPU ? - ZombieLoad Fallout RIDL

So after the Meltdown/Spectre fiasco, here comes the new Zombieload/Fallout/RIDL which apparently much more easy to exploit. Zombieload Flaw Lets Hackers Crack Almost Every Intel Chip Back to …

Foldable OLED Tablet - Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold

What could go wrong. Has LG somewhat revolutionized OLED eliminating screen burn-in ? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NmEI95YdaZU

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Galax GTX 1650 OC-4GB $199 / Gigabyte RX 570 Gaming 4GB $179 Pickup @ Umart

expired Galax GTX 1650 OC-4GB $199 / Gigabyte RX 570 Gaming 4GB $179 Pickup @ Umart

Link to RX570 https://www.umart.com.au/Gigabyte-Radeon-RX-570-Gaming-4GB-G... RX570 is about avg. 25% faster than GTX1650. GTX1650 does not require 6/8pin pcie power connector.

Will You Let Airport Border Agents Access Your Phone & Laptop ?

Maybe it's just me living under the rock but just saw the news on some guy got his phone searched and denied entry after controversial video was found. So I've looked it up and apparently …

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 Microsoft Wireless Mobile Mouse 1850 $8 Pickup @ Umart

expired Microsoft Wireless Mobile Mouse 1850 $8 Pickup @ Umart

Price beat 5% off at OW for $7.60 https://www.officeworks.com.au/shop/officeworks/p/microsoft-... Pink is better than Black, for certain things.

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HP Radeon R7 450 - 4GB GDDR5 $25 Pickup @ Umart

expired HP Radeon R7 450 - 4GB GDDR5 $25 Pickup @ Umart

It's HP OEM card with performance close to GT1030 GDDR5? So decent value here for esports gaming or just for adding multiple display outputs. Selling over "$200" …

1050ti / 1650 / Navi - Low-Profile Half-Height 75w Max Graphic Cards

I sold the gt740 that came with the Opti 9010. - Probably a mistake And just found out how crappy the market is. 1050Ti LP still over $200 after how many years 1650 LP close to $300 but inferior to …

Coles

Coles Home Brand - 2 Different Packaging/Price

Anyone notice Coles got 2 types of home brand products with different prices? The cheaper variant usually in green & white color packaging. Eg. frozen peas 1kg $2 - in green & white …

Where to Buy Chitato Indomie MiGoreng Chips in Brisbane?

Woolworths doesn't stock them anymore ? Which asian grocers have them in Brisbane ? Thanks.

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Gigabyte RX580 8GB (OEM - NO RETAIL BOX) $239.20 Shipped @ FTC Computers eBay

out of stock Gigabyte RX580 8GB (OEM - NO RETAIL BOX) $239.20 Shipped @ FTC Computers eBay

PUPGRADE

Gigabyte RX580 8GB Windforce 2X Gaming Edition Genuine Australian Stock Free Australia Wide Delivery Tax Invoice Included This item is selling without retail box. But 100% NEW with 2 …

Magnetic Tape as Xiaomi Virtual Wall

Can below be used as xiaomi robot vac virtual wall ? https://www.officeworks.com.au/shop/officeworks/p/magnetic-t... https://www.kmart.com.au/product/magnetic-scrap-tape/1133321

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Inspire 6" Chef / 5" Utility / 8" Bread Knife $1.50 ea (Was $6) @ Woolworths

expired Inspire 6" Chef / 5" Utility / 8" Bread Knife $1.50 ea (Was $6) @ Woolworths

Inspire 6" Chef Knife $1.50 ea (Was $6) https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/productdetails/789957/ins... Inspire 8" Bread Knife $1.50 ea (Was …

GDDR5 VRAM as System Memory

https://youtu.be/3lv1TxUXIbo?t=651 If gddr5 vram is suitable as system memory yet performs better on general PC productivity tasks, why does normal standard ddr rams even exists ? Because of …

Car Battery Holder / Clamp - Tool-Less Quick Release

Anyone came across proper kit for Tool-Less Quick Release Car Battery Holder / Clamp ? Not referring to the terminal but the battery clamp holder/bracket itself. I know you can finger twist open …

photos.google.com

Google Photos - Backup Sync Settings

My google photos backup whatever photos on phone but not deleting from cloud on photos that have already been deleted from the phone. Is there setting somewhere that can opt for syncing exact as per …

Homebrand Food Still Worth It ?

I notice some inflation on supermarket homebrand products which makes the difference not much from other brands. Coles High Top bread = $2.50 -> $2.80 Coles 24pk 500g cheese slices = $3.50 -> …

How Long to Oven-Cook Scallops on Shell

How Long to Oven-Cook Scallops on Shell ? 1st says oven grill 3 minutes @ 180c 2nd says oven bake 10 minutes @ 240c 3rd says oven bake 20 minutes @ …

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Battery Recharging Station (Includes 4xAA and 4xAAA Rechargeable Batteries) - $6 @ Supercheap Auto (In-Store or C&C Only)

expired Battery Recharging Station (Includes 4xAA and 4xAAA Rechargeable Batteries) - $6 @ Supercheap Auto (In-Store or C&C Only)

Versatile & cost effective battery charger & 8 x Rechargeable Battery Pack…with SCA Club $5 credit you can nab it for $1 like I did ;) Refer previous discussion thread for more …

LED Globe in Enclosed Light Fitting / Cover

Anyone swap their globes to LED in enclosed light fitting ? Does it last long ? I tested 1 LED on downlight within enclosed cover and it only lasted 3wks. Any chance for LED globes to survive in …

Kogan

Kogan Vouchers to Credit - Min. Spend

Anyone know how does Kogan vouchers works with min. spend ? The voucher has min. spend of $1259 for $50 off and has to be converted to credit in account. How does Kogan credit works with min. spend …

Afterpay

Afterpay Raking $28M a Year from Late Fees

"Afterpay is raking in millions at the expense of debt-ridden and vulnerable Australians. As many as one-quarter of Afterpay users are suffering financial stress, with one in three admitting to …

Huawei & ZTE Banned from 5G Projects

https://www.arnnet.com.au/article/645630/huawei-zte-banned-f... No cheap 5G data then. Maybe we need another GOC dupe NCNco (National Cellular Network) for 5G

10bit (8+FRC) - Display Settings in Win10 / Nvidia

Is there settings to enable 10bit color output to monitor (8+FRC) ? Currently Win10 showing 8bit in display prop. Tried Nvidia CP custom settings , no option for 10bit depth (32bit channels). I …

Definitive Technology W7 Speaker - Users Please Feedback

1) First of all , does your speaker have the burnt smell ? I noticed strong burnt smell when unboxing and now it has been a week past, still has the scent of electronics burnt. 2) Does your mid-high …

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Dell Inspiron 15 7000 Gaming Laptop i5-7300HQ 256GB SSD 8GB RAM GTX 1050ti $999.20 Delivered @ Dell eBay

expired Dell Inspiron 15 7000 Gaming Laptop i5-7300HQ 256GB SSD 8GB RAM GTX 1050ti $999.20 Delivered @ Dell eBay

PROTON

7700HQ w/ lesser 128gb SSD for $200 more 7700HQ w/ lesser 128gb SSD + 16gb ram + extra 1TB HDD for $320 more Original 20% off Selected Items from Bing Lee, Dell, Shopping Square PROTON eBay …

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Philips Vacuum Beard Trimmer & Groomer Pack BT7204/85 $71.20 + $9 Shipping (Free C&C or eBayPlus) @ Bing Lee eBay

expired Philips Vacuum Beard Trimmer & Groomer Pack BT7204/85 $71.20 + $9 Shipping (Free C&C or eBayPlus) @ Bing Lee eBay

PROTON

Dual unit trimmer and groomer included in the pack. Cheaper than last deal. https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/377665 Trim your beard, mustache and sideburns while keeping tidy with this trimmer. Its …

Surge Protector Power Strip Trips RCD Safety Switch

Hi Ozb electricians, I have tried 2 different Surge Protector Power Strips and they somehow trip the RCD whenever i turn off the switch on the power strips (not wall switch) with devices like laptop …

Australia Post

Can You Stick 20x 70c Stamps on Parcel Post over Auspost Counter?

Anyone tried posting parcel by stamps ? I got quite a bit of 70c stamps left that I'd like to use them. I know I should ask Auspost instead but I'm thinking they'll be more reluctant …

ACCC

Where Does The ACCC Fines $$ Go?

Where Does The ACCC Fines $$ Go ? Meriton fined $3 million for interfering with negative TripAdvisor reviews https://www.smh.com.au/business/companies/triguboff-s-merito...

Stop Win10 Auto Install Bloatwares

I installed fresh win10 through media creation tool, but now it's auto installing heaps of crap like candy crush , disney, hidden city and shit. I uninstalled them but it got installed …

Should You Sandwich HDD & SSD Together in Dell Optiplex 9010?

I know you can get 2.5" caddy for optical slot but i want to retain the dvd drive, so the only space avail for SSD is sandwich it together in original HDD caddy , OR on top of PSU. Which one …

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D-Link DHP-309AV 500mbps Powerline - eBay Plus Members $33.15 (or + $15 Shipping) @ Computer Alliance eBay

expired D-Link DHP-309AV 500mbps Powerline - eBay Plus Members $33.15 (or + $15 Shipping) @ Computer Alliance eBay

PERIPHERAL

D-Link DHP-309AV 500Mbps Powerline Original 15% off Computer Alliance on eBay Deal Post

Wet/Dry Hand Vacuum for Carpet Cleaning

Any recommendation for Wet/Dry Hand Vacuum for Carpet Cleaning ? Is this any good? https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/JapanDaiso-Hand-Rechargeable-7-2... Thanks.

Third Party Property Insurance - Excess for over 25yo

Generally in QLD, you can get TPP insurance for $210 pa from racq / coles / etc. The difference seems to be on the excess. Coles = $500 RACQ = $650 Mind to share what is your excess for age over …

Citibank Australia

Citibank Plus Tx - BSB 242-200 or 244-400?

When did citi bsb change from 242-200 to 244-400 ? What happens if fund transferred to 242-200 old bsb no. ? PS: Too late to ask bank.

Buzz Telco

BuzzTelco owes $1.8m to Vocus & AAPT

Thought i'd check how our beloved BuzzTelco is doing so far … https://www.crn.com.au/news/aapt-vocus-and-m2-seek-18m-from-... Guess that was how they were able to offer $19/month NBN …

EZ Token Rewards - Blockchain Crypto Loyalty Rewards APP

Is this legit APP to install ? Saw the banner ads on most eateries in CBD and a few takeaways outlets that i frequent have asked me to tryout the app to collect 'rewards'. The banner ads …

Coles

poll 90c Coles Tuna for Lunch Everyday

Would like to see how many of you here committing in 95g @ 90c Coles tuna as lunch over 5 days. Any ill effects so far ? Or should i go for 185g can @ $1.60 feels fuller.. or is that too much for …