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Toys That Don't Break Easily

My five year old son is like a bull in a China shop and destroys most of his toys. We've tried to fix this behavior to no avail. I am looking to buy him a remote control monster truck that is …

Budget Accommodation in Adelaide for a Week or Two

I am looking for recommendations for budget Accommodation in Adelaide. Must be able to cook my own meals. Are there any caravan parks with cabins that have a good rate? Otherwise apartment or …

Best Skin Cancer Clinics in Melbourne

Can people recommend a good skin cancer clinic in Melbourne? Preferably one where you don't need a referral and can get in at short notice? Or are these the kind of clinics I should avoid? Are …

When Is a Mobile Phone Worth Buying Coming?

Lately there has been a lot going on with development in artificial intelligence. I was wondering if there will be any phone coming out soon which will change anything noticeably? I mean my five year …

Reddit

Why Is Reddit Stock up Almost 50 Percent?

Reddit listed on the US stock exchange around a month ago and is already up almost 50 percent. I'm interested to know is this sustainable and how does a platform like Reddit earn money?

amaysim

How Long until amaysim Cancels Your Sim if You Don't Recharge?

I am using my Amaysim phone number while overseas to receive text messages. If I don't recharge by the due date, how long until they will cancel it? Can I just recharge $10 pay as you go as a …

Microsoft

Microsoft and Open AI to Take on NVIDIA

https://www.techradar.com/pro/an-incredible-dollar100-billio… Do you think they have a chance of ending NVIDIA’s dominance? Or will NVIDIA be top of the game for decades to come? Interested to …

Passport Expires in Less than 6 Months

My Australian passport will be expiring in less than 6 months shortly. I was wondering if it is likely that I will be able to board a plane back to Australia from the Philippines? I asked the online …

YouTube

Earning Money on YouTube outside Australia

I was researching if as an Australian citizen working outside Australia for more than six months a year if I can still claim the tax free threshold? It says the following: Hello, this is Bing. I …

eToro

Is eToro a Safe Share Trading Platform?

I was wondering is eToro a safe and well regulated share trading platform? I heard if it collapses one would lose all funds in Australia. Is this true? What are the chances of this happening? Also, …

Losing Family Tax Benefit after 6 Weeks Overseas

If you leave Australia for more than 6 weeks I know that the family tax benefit gets cut off. I was wondering how does it work? If I am out of the country with my family for 3 months and we come …

$10 Public Transport Anywhere in Victoria

What do people think of the fact that you can go anywhere in Victoria on public transport for no more than $10 per day? That's even for a return ticket if you return on the same day. It's …

ING

Why Am I Still Getting an International Rebate from ING Bank?

I was wondering is anyone else getting an International fee rebate from ING? I think it's only one part of the fee. For example in the Philippines I withdrew 20,000 pesos. A 250 peso fee was …

amaysim

Can I Receive SMS Security Codes on amaysim While in The Philippines?

I was wondering if I can receive sms security codes on Amaysim while in the Philippines or do I need a roaming pack? Or would I be able to port to another carrier like Boost or Telstra and receive …

How to Rent a Condominium in Chiang Mi for a Good Price

I am interested to rent a condominium or apartment in Chiang Mai or Chiang Rai in Thailand for 2 months from mid February to mid April. Where is the best place to find resources and go about this? …

Motley Fool Australia

Do You Trust The Motley Fool?

Is anyone a member of the Motley Fool stock picking news letter? Do you believe it is legit or more hype? They claim to have recommended buying stocks like Amazon and Netflix in the early 2000s. Now …

Can I Stay in Student Accommodation in Melbourne with My Wife and Four Year Old Son?

Hi Guys, I am interested to stay in Melbourne for a while with my family. I asked Chat GPT and they said: During university breaks, some student accommodations open to tourists, offering affordable …

Is Bamboo (Crypto Investment App) Legit?

Does anybody use Bamboo an app which buys crypto or gold and silver for you from money rounded up from spending? The part that worries me is they have access to your bank account to round up your …

Getting a Good Exchange Rate on a US Share Trading Account

I am interested in opening up a share trading account to buy and hold US stocks. On Selfwealth share trading platform it says: USD cash account When you apply for US trading, we set you up with a …

Which Country Would You Go to Escape The Cost of Living?

If you were to pick a country to live in and still maintain a high standard of living, which one would it be? Countries like Türkiye or Argentina come to mind. Inflation has eroded both …

What Is The Safest Exchange to Buy Crypto?

I am interested to know what is the safest place to buy cryptocurrency? What are the risks? Is it best to use an Australian exchange?

Is Shopping Online at the Supermarket with Delivery in Rural Town Worth It?

I noticed Coles is doing deliveries in towns outlying from Mildura. I was wondering is it worth it to save 30 km of driving each way? I was also wondering if Woolworths are doing the same? I figure …

Best Way to Pay for Car on Facebook

I'm interested in buying a car on Facebook and was wondering what is the best way to pay for it? Are bank cheques the safest way? What happens if the seller doesn't accept bank cheque due …

Apple

Can Apple Cancel My Subscriptions if I Block Them in PayPal?

I have a few subscriptions for Apps on iPhone and have chosen to block payments in PayPal. It says you may lose access to subscriptions unless you add a new Apple Store payment method. Will they …

Applying for Family Sponsor Visa

My wife and I would like to know if it's OK to apply for a family sponsor visa for her niece using her own immi account? Or does her niece need to make her own immi account to apply and then …

What Is The Best Place to Buy a Set of Propeller Blades for a DJI Mini SE Drone?

What is the best place to buy a set of propellers for a DJI Mini SE drone? Currently in Tasmania. Both online and in store. Thanks.

Harvey Norman

Trouble Getting Item Exchanged at Harvey Norman

My wife wants to exchange a 2 day old iPhone 14 Pro for a Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra. On returning to Harvey Norman they refused to swap saying that the warranty on the phone had already begun and they …

Rent a Room for 2 Weeks in Melbourne

Hi, I'm interested to know recommendations of where to find a good value for money room in Melbourne from about the second week of January 2023 for two weeks. It is for 2 adults and one …

Bargain Price Fresh Produce in Melbourne

Hi everyone. What are the best places in Melbourne and surrounds to buy fresh fruit, vegetables, fish and meat? I read on Quora in a 5 year old post that meat is half price at Queen Victoria …

Investing in Battery Technology

I would like to invest in the upcoming battery revolution that's about to happen. Does anyone know a good place to start? Thanks.

Has Anyone Made Money from a Side Hustle Website?

I was wondering if it's possible to make money from a side hustle like this: https://www.makingsenseofcents.com/2021/01/start-dog-treat-b... Or is it just marketing nonsense? I mean why would …

Flying to Australia from Manila via Taiwan

Hi Guys, I'm thinking of flying with China Airlines from Manila to Brisbane via Taipei. There is a 4.5 hour layover in Taipei. I was wondering if my wife would be allowed on a Philippines …

Why Is It So Expensive to Fly from Asia to Australia?

I somehow managed to get flights one way to Manila from Australia for $1251 for 3 people. And I booked 2 days in advance on Scoot. However coming back it looks like it may cost $3000 plus! How can …

Facebook

Facebook Won't Pay For Videos with Multiple Languages

My wife has a blog on Facebook and gets paid for most of her content. It is mostly in Tagalog with a little English here and there. Sometimes Facebook refuse to pay for the content claiming multiple …

Best Deal for Home Loan

Hi guys, I am interested in applying for a home loan. I have $100,000 deposit for a $250,000 home. I do casual work harvesting fruit. Am I likely to be approved? My income varies considerably from …

braaapmotorcycles.com

Braaap Motorcycles Has a Revolutionary Electric Motorbike

Does anyone know about Braaap Motorcycles? They have an electric motorbike starting at less than $5000. I believe it has a top speed of more than 100 km an hour and a range of somewhere around 100 …

Hoping House Prices Crash in Next Two Years

I am hoping that house prices drop dramatically over the next two years. Is anyone else with me on this? The global economic outlook is …

Travel to The UK. My Wife Has a Partner Visa 801

I have been searching online to find out about what tourist visa my wife can be granted in the UK. She has the permanent resident partner visa 801 in Australia. I know Australian citizens …

Cost to run 2200w Arlec Ceramic Tower Heater CEH241

I am interested to know a very rough estimate of how many $ per hour it would cost to run this heater? I have no idea what power company the persons property we stay at is using. Would the cost …

Looking for High Interest Cash Option for Super

I was wondering if anyone knows of any high interest cash options for Super that would pay a similar rate to a high interest savings account like ING or Ubank? Thanks.

Hair Straighteners... Which Ones Really Work?

I'm trying to find a hair straightener for my wife that gets good results. The $20 one she bought in Aldi last year was useless. Any recommendations? Happy to pay a premium if it saves on …

200

expired TCL 20L Plus, 6GB RAM, 256GB Storage $249 Delivered/ C&C/ in-Store @ BIG W (Limited Stores)

This baby is now available at Big W in grey and blue. Same as the previous deal at Harvey Norman without the gift card. Comes in grey and blue. This model is 4G. Available in store and possibly …

Interested in Applying for a Tourist Visa for Wife's Family Member

Hi guys, I am interested in applying for the following visa for a member of my wife's family: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-li... It is a sponsored family visa. I …

Interested in Fitness and Sleep Trackers

I'm interested in learning about fitness and sleep trackers. How does a device like the Xiaomi Mi Band 6 compare with more expensive devices such as the fitbit sense or fitbit versa 3? What …

YouTube

Does YouTube Still Work on an iPad Air 2 Released in 2014?

I am thinking of buying a second hand Ipad Air 2. I was wondering if people have any idea if it would still run YouTube and how long until YouTube would stop being supported? Is $100 an OK price? …

swyftx Crypto Exchange

Do You Think Swyftx Is Dodgy?

I have been reading a forum on Reddit which says people are having trouble getting their money out of Swyftx. They said they needed to jump through hoops and provide so much personal information. In …

Can Fruit Pickers Go to Western Australia?

I was just wondering if it's possible to go to Western Australia as a fruit picker? Or is this not allowed? Cheers.

What Engine Oil Would You Recommend for a 2004 Kia Sorrento Petrol?

I have a 2004 Kia Pregio and am currently using Valvoline XLD Premium 15w-40. It says: Suitable for most engines manufactured prior to and including 2004. Uses advanced dispersant and detergent …

Am I Wise to Have Switched My Super to Conservative/Defensive?

I am with Australian Ethical Super and have had a great run with the Australian shares option over the last 18 months. For the next year or two I plan to leave my money in 50% conservative 50% …

Why Are There Hardly Any Deals around?

Why is there hardly any deals around? Especially given it's right after Boxing Day? Normally there would be a lot of phone deals. We would be spoiled for choice. Now there is hardly anything …