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How do you get Sydney Morning Herald to not autoplay video on mobile?

First couple of times it happened I thought it was because I accidentally tapped on the video.. Then I realised that it always happens. Anyone know a way to stop this? It's bloody annoying, not …

Acer ES1-411-C1WD Users on Windows 10 - How Do I Get My Touchpad Working in "Advanced" Mode?

Fellow Ozbargainers who bought the laptop of the year last year… I'm sourcing the drivers from here (here's a screenshot) So I've read through the old deals with all the …

Spending a week in Hokkaido, suggestions?

Hello all, I'll be traveling in Hokkaido in July for a week (group of 4). Plan to be in Sapporo for a few days, with a few days of touring other places around the island. I'm just after …

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E.Tel $30/28 Days (1st Mth $25) - 2.5GB Data (1st Mth 12GB) w/ Unltd Rollover, Unltd Talk & Text, $30 Intl, Optus 4G ($10 Setup)

expired E.Tel $30/28 Days (1st Mth $25) - 2.5GB Data (1st Mth 12GB) w/ Unltd Rollover, Unltd Talk & Text, $30 Intl, Optus 4G ($10 Setup)

I spotted this deal a few days ago on a poster and forgot to look into it. The ad that I saw, which was a poster, said 12GB data for $25. Remembered last night and it actually looks really …

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Free Lunch + $1 Delivery for Sydney Businesses (>15 Registered Users REQ) @ HowAboutEat

expired Free Lunch + $1 Delivery for Sydney Businesses (>15 Registered Users REQ) @ HowAboutEat

FIRSTLUNCH

Just had this handed out to me. It's nice to get a change from ShopWings/Uber/HelloFresh/Blue wine thingo/Cleaning thingo for once! Never heard of these bunch but their concept seems …

Pharmacists - Buying Hair Loss Products off the Internet?

Hey pharmacists/hair loss buddies of Ozbargain, Would you recommend against buying pharmaceutical items off the internet? More specifically I'm looking at this. Me personally, I don't …

Stopped working but still getting paid.. What should I do?

Hello Ozbargainers, I am going to be vague because I don't want either myself or the company/employer to be identified. I stopped working at this place a "some time ago", but …

Telstra

Telstra Freedom Plus Rollover without recharge? Recharge Credit lasting ~190 days (and not on Long Life)?

Ozbargainers, Sorry, another Telstra topic by me.. Background: Using Freedom Plus - Standard Plus Packs (Calls, Data, Night Data, Intl Credit) all expired last night (21/03/2016 23:59) Have not …

Which Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 will work in Aus? Where to buy it for cheapest?

Hi Ozbargainers, I'm looking at this and this Xiaomi Redmi Note 2.. and I'm struggling to figure out which one, or whether both are compatible for Aus? I've used willmyphonework to …

Telstra

Telstra Credit - How to force Google account/phone to "reset" to recognise new SIM after swapping?

Hello Ozbargainers, Not sure if any of you have experienced this. If it matters, I'm using a Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 (dual-SIM phone). I was using my own Telstra SIM on Freedom Plus 30, with about …

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Microsoft Surface Pro 4 i5 128GB/4GB RAM [AU Stock] - $1240 (after 20% off) @ Futu Online eBay

out of stock Microsoft Surface Pro 4 i5 128GB/4GB RAM [AU Stock] - $1240 (after 20% off) @ Futu Online eBay

CTECHIE

Original CTECHIE 20% off deal Use CTECHIE code from 8 March 5pm now This deal is back on again… and they haven't increased the price from the old $1550 price whilst CTECH20 was active …

Creating a Windows 10 Bootable USB (for Acer ES1-411-C1WD)? What method should I use to "format"?

Hi all, I'm trying to create a Windows 10 Bootable USB for the popular Acer ES1-411-C1WD that was posted here last year and I've got a couple of questions. 1) I've noticed from …

Telstra

Telstra Prepaid - Can you change from Freedom Plus (if you have used nothing) to Long Life and back in the future?

Hi all, As per title. I think I'm about 5 days into Freedom Plus, have used literally nothing (none of the buckets) so I'm thinking of changing to Long Life just to extend it a bit …

Cheap Reliable China Phone <$200 compatible w/ major Aus Telcos?

Hello All, Wondering if any of you can recommend a replacement to the tHL w8 for me that I bought from this deal. Amazingly it has lasted 2.5 years! My mum has been the primary user of this and this …

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Spend $30 on Gillette (& Get 30% off from 2/3-8/3), Get $30 off Your Next Uber Ride @ Woolworths

expired Spend $30 on Gillette (& Get 30% off from 2/3-8/3), Get $30 off Your Next Uber Ride @ Woolworths

Surprised this hasn't been posted yet. Was browsing the Woolies catalogue starting Wednesday and noticed Gillette was 30% off. Didn't care. Noticed Uber's logo right next to Gillette. …

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ANZ FF/Rewards Black CC 75k QF/Rewards Pts ($2,500 Spend 3mths) + $0 First Year

expired ANZ FF/Rewards Black CC 75k QF/Rewards Pts ($2,500 Spend 3mths) + $0 First Year

You know those AMEX Statement deals you see posted here sometimes where you can get WISH gift cards for more than 5% off? Here's a card that's free for the first year with an awesome bonus …

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Microsoft Surface Pro 4 i5 128GB/4GB RAM - $1240 (after 20% off) @ Futu Online eBay

out of stock Microsoft Surface Pro 4 i5 128GB/4GB RAM - $1240 (after 20% off) @ Futu Online eBay

CVALENTINE20

Original CVALENTINE20 eBay deal Great price for the basic i5 model of the Surface Pro 4. Keyboard not included (it's never included but just thought I'd mention it in case people …

What do you find hard within Personal Finance?

Hey guys, Just thought I'd start a discussion here. I've found that I've developed a pretty sound understanding of saving money with most things in relation to daily expenses and …

poll Soap or Shower Gel/Bath Gel?

Ozbargainers, What do you use, and why? In fact, is Shower Gel and Bath Gel the same thing? I think it is.. right? I personally prefer using soap because when you rinse it off, it comes off pretty …

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expired 10% off Hey You Credit from Groupon [AU Wide] (10% off Food/Drinks inc. Soul Origin) + Cashback

When I think of Hey You/Beat The Q (the app's old name), I think of coffee. However, this can be used for food at many different places too including Soul Origin. This Groupon gives you 10% off …

Air con or Fan? Happy to buy second hand too

Hi, Looking for a A/C or fan for a small room. For A/C, I do not want The room dimensions are approximately 3 x 3 x 2.5 (L x W x H in metres). I've been kind of put of a/c as a DJs staff …

Velocity Frequent Flyer

Velocity Points - how to earn a point to keep points from expiring?

Hi guys, Asking for my friend who lives overseas. So he has a Velocity account with ~3k points expiring in Feb 2016. I understand the expiry of points is if you have activity within the last 18 …

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Forcast 30% off Storewide (in-Store and Online)

expired Forcast 30% off Storewide (in-Store and Online)

I believe this includes sale items too. Free shipping on orders over $50. Ends at 23:59 tonight!

poll Canon MB2360 Maxify vs HP Officejet 2620

Hi all, I've recently bought 2 printers, both from Ozbargain and I am trying to decide which one is better. I intend to refund the other one. My ideal wishlist in a printer: Automatic …

Surface 3 Type Cover alternatives?

Hi all, Anyone tried using some of the eBay alternatives to the Surface 3 Type Cover? The original type covers are a little expensive at $179.99 per "case", and I decided to check eBay to …

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Coles Mastercard Rewards - Forex Fees Now Waived, $100 off Your First Shop, $89 Annual Fee

expired Coles Mastercard Rewards - Forex Fees Now Waived, $100 off Your First Shop, $89 Annual Fee

2 Deals in 1. The first, No International Transaction/Currency Conversion fees on Coles Rewards Mastercard This has been active for a few weeks and I wanted to post it up but never got around to …

GearBest

Ubro M1 5.0" - $119 USD from GearBest

Hey all, Anyone know of this? It was posted by frankyman here. I'm basically looking for a 5.0" China phone with dual-SIM which is better than the phone I am replacing (Galaxy S3 i9305, …

Good Cheapo Chinadroid? Ulefone be touch??

Hello Ozb-ers, Looking for a cheapo Chinadroid. Still spewing that I missed out on the TCL. Got an email from GearBest advertising this Ulefone be touch (never heard of them). Also seen here for …

ANZ

Changes to the ANZ Rewards Program (in particular Gift Card redemptions)

Hello, Given that there was the ANZ Credit Cards promo posted last year around July/August 2015 and the annual fees are probably about to hit us, I just wanted to share with you guys some changes …

Kickstart Computers

[Price Error] $14.60 + Delivery: Verbatim? 2.5" SATA III SSD Drive 128GB @ KickStart Computers

Moved to Forum: Original Link Warning: This website has a dodgy looking website/facebook page. Legitimacy of both the merchant and deal are yet to be verified Stumbled upon this while trying to …

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Free Garnier Shampoo/Conditioner Samples @ Town Hall Station NSW

expired Free Garnier Shampoo/Conditioner Samples @ Town Hall Station NSW

Free samples being handed out at 3 out of the 4 exits (the ones on the woolworths side). I didn't see whether they were handing them out at the 4th exit. Looks like still quite a bit remaining. …

Reselling laptops?

Hi guys, Just wondering what your experiences are with reselling laptops. To me it's one of the trickier "expensive" items to resell (along with cars - actually, cars are even worse) …

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Bridgestone Tyres Offers - 4 For Price of 3 (Ecopia/SUV tyres)

expired Bridgestone Tyres Offers - 4 For Price of 3 (Ecopia/SUV tyres)

Seems like it's this all over again. Probably a good time for me to change.. Anyone done it with them before? Do other places do it slightly cheaper even with this?

Kogan

Cached/Screenshot of Galaxy Note 3 32GB N9005 Rose Gold White Kogan cheapest price since 17/7/14?

Hi all, Just wondering if anyone can help me or knows of a website I can use to find the cheapest price the item in the title has been since 17 July 2014 from Kogan? Something like camelcamelcamel …

discountedgiftcardsonline.weebly.com

Anyone heard of this site for "Discounted Gift Cards"?

Hi all, Was searching for Bunnings Warehouse gift cards at a discount, stumbled upon this page: http://discountedgiftcardsonline.weebly.com/index.html Looks dodgy.. anyone heard of it/used it? The …

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5.5%+ off Flights through Flight Centre (Using 10% Flight Centre Gift Cards @ Woolworths)

expired 5.5%+ off Flights through Flight Centre (Using 10% Flight Centre Gift Cards @ Woolworths)

With Woolworths selling Flight Centre Gift Cards for 10% off and charging a 5% card issuing fee, we're able to purchase Flight Centre Gift Cards this week for 5.5% off (5.5% off is explained …

Woolworths Gift Cards

7.5% off WISH Gift Cards? Any available? Are there any where you will get the eGift Cards immediately?

Hi All, 2 questions: 1) Are there any WISH Gift Cards currently available for 7.5% off? Lowest I can see at the moment is 5% off. Haven't seen the 7.5%s since Big W. 2) From my past experience, …

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Smart Laser Webcam 1.3MP LAS3012 w/ Mic - $9 @ Harvey Norman @ Domayne, Auburn, NSW

expired Smart Laser Webcam 1.3MP LAS3012 w/ Mic - $9 @ Harvey Norman @ Domayne, Auburn, NSW

Just saw this while browsing Harvey Norman @ Domayne Auburn NSW earlier today. I can only assume that there were approximately 12 on the table. It is located towards the laptops but not there far …

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Dick Smith: Nokia Lumia 830 Black $344 until 11:59pm

expired Dick Smith: Nokia Lumia 830 Black $344 until 11:59pm

FRIDAY45

Using the code posted earlier today, you can get the Lumia 830 for $344. Only until 11:59pm! Pay tonight and then do a click & collect? edited: New code for today, FRIDAY45 which brings the …

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Harvey Norman: Nokia Lumia 830 (All Colours) $358 (Free Pick-up/ $5.95 Urban Delivery)

expired Harvey Norman: Nokia Lumia 830 (All Colours) $358 (Free Pick-up/ $5.95 Urban Delivery)

Been looking at prices over the last 24 hours. Was mentioned in this deal but price has dropped further. Note that the price for the Dick Smith Nokia Lumia 830 ($344) with the coupon code posted …

poll Cheap eats? (Mostly interested in Inner West Sydney around Burwood/Strathfield)

The poll question is.. How much do you tend to spend on main meals? I'm a big fan of cheap Asian food. Around Burwood/Strathfield… there used to be: Cafe Aroma, Burwood Rd, Burwood - …

affinityalliance.net.au

Affinity Alliance Gift Card ordering experiences?

Hi all, Hope this is ok for me to post this as a brand new discussion as I feel the one that I have been reading is getting a little messy. I am interested in gaining access to the Affinity …

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Unleaded E10/91 - 129.9/132.9c/L - GoGas (Campsie/Canterbury NSW)

expired Unleaded E10/91 - 129.9/132.9c/L - GoGas (Campsie/Canterbury NSW)

Address: corner of Canterbury Rd and Charlotte St GPS Coordinates: -33.920220, 151.099756 Diagonally opposite Canterbury Hospital Just saw this while driving to and from the airport. I drove past …

Flights from KL to London return (to SYD?) mid Sep-late Sep (plus, how to get Arsenal match tickets?)

Hi fellow Ozbargainers, Looking for some assistance here.. I'm trying to find a reasonably priced (note: not necessarily cheapest) fare from KL to London (don't care which airport) …

How to pick a real estate agent to be your property manager?

Hi all, What sort of factors do you guys consider when it comes to deciding whether a real estate agent is a suitable property manager? I'm currently considering changing my current property …

Owning an ATM machine

Fellow cheapies, In addition to us 'saving' money by purchasing good deals off ozbargain, I figured another way for us to find further success in our quest of saving money was to find ways …

Bought new car, question about rego and payment method

Hi Ozbargainers, With reference to this initial topic that I posted when I needed assistance in looking for a car… I just thought I'd give a bit of an update and also check on a couple …

Looking for a car.. <$10k, <9L/100km, >2006, <100,000km, Hatch/Sedan, Auto, Cheap Maintenance, Good/decent resale value

Hi all, Looking to buy a car.. Criteria: Price: $10,000 or less including rego (does not need to include insurance) - willing to increase if I can be convinced that it's worth …

Private Health Insurance & Roadside Assistance & CTP Green Slip & Car Wash

Growing up means more responsibility and more stuff to worry about. 4 things: 1) Private Health Insurance:

Neutral at red lights w/ handbrake up?

I've been driving an automatic, and I've developed a habit of changing to neutral gear and pulling up the handbrake while at a red light.