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Member Since | 10/06/2010 |
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stratbargain commented on Used Tesla Vs New Chinese EV
Test drive. And make sure to take into account the scheduling servicing cost of a chinese EV vs the expected servicing cost of a Tesla.

Why not also consider replacing the gas cooktop with induction so you can cut gas completely. An extra $70 saving a month will help to see…

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not ai on 8BitDo Ultimate Wireless 2.4GHz Controller - Hall Effect Version - $45 + Delivery ($0 NSW C&C/ $20 off with mVIP) @ Mwave

You need the Bluetooth version. It’s stupid. This is the wireless version

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Saver Scott on Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World $759.99, Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller $99.99 in-Store @ Costco (Membership Required)

That’s makes me feel old

I’m a big fan of the Mongrel “seconds”. Similar price and harder wearing https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/234780475533 Australian made and…

stratbargain commented on [VIC, NSW, QLD, SA] $42 Electricity Credit in Jul for $30, $43 Credit in Aug for $30 @ Powershop
Thanks that’s a nice credit for June and July Powershop are one of the best for me. 26c and free ev charging for two hours a day. $25 of…

Yep and their rate is more than likely better than the other two. I'd cut out the broker and go with Up. Or ask the Broker to cover the $9k…

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smartyhaha on Jetstar Return: SYD-Byron $48, SYD-GC $60, BNE-Osaka $394, PER-Phuket $297, MEL-Bali $219, MEL-GC $70 + More @ IWTF

I didn't have insurance (it was a domestic flight). and I had booked so far in advanced that I forgot it was "return free". So I went to…

stratbargain commented on Jetstar Return: SYD-Byron $48, SYD-GC $60, BNE-Osaka $394, PER-Phuket $297, MEL-Bali $219, MEL-GC $70 + More @ IWTF
Just remember if they cancel your flight or you need to claim your return flight through insurance the value is $0. We got caught up when…

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McMaferMur on Going Europe (Germany, France and Italy) in May, Is Revolut or Wise Better

Revolut has single use CC/debit numbers. Does Macquarie or ING allow that?

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TheDukeOfNukem on [iOS, Android] Prince of Persia Lost Crown - Full Game IAP $14.99 @ App Store

I agree. They almost need a seperate App Store for proper games. It’s crazy I have a phone in my pocket more powerful than most handheld…

True but if you're going to spend the money anyway (which most adults would do with regular bills etc) then it's a nice reward. Obviously…

True. But that gets you an extra 3000 points which is $30 credit so $396.55 out of pocket.

stratbargain commented on Nintendo Switch 2
Get a kogan credit card with $300 credit included - https://koganmoney.com.au/credit-cards/ Buy gift cards at 5% off for remainder (I use…

Do you know if those Jonsbo case backplanes support SAS drives?

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Jayymes on [Pre Order, FIRST] Nintendo Switch 2 Console $679, Switch 2 + Mario Kart World $749 Delivered @ Kogan

It's 5% at the moment but htey often go to 10%

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RichardF89 on [Pre Order, FIRST] Nintendo Switch 2 Console $679, Switch 2 + Mario Kart World $749 Delivered @ Kogan

Kogan Credit Card. I got one when they were offering like $600 credit to sign up, but i've kept it as it's not a bad card. Zero fees and…

stratbargain commented on [Pre Order, FIRST] Nintendo Switch 2 Console $679, Switch 2 + Mario Kart World $749 Delivered @ Kogan
I cancelled my EB pre-order and went with Kogan as well because like you i have a ton of credit... Just be aware though their 5th June…

stratbargain commented on Gumtree Buyer Asking for Refund - Bar Fridge
Did you say in the ad it was sitting unused for two years? That would be a warning sign to me. I agree with a few of the posters above…

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frostman on Reassignment, Favoritism, and Career Setbacks: A Personal Narrative

Managers pick managers based on a lot more than their “performance” It might have seemed like the natural progression but was it the…

I wouldn't call east digital reliable if they have been selling refurbished drives with their power on hours reset to zero. Don't get me…

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January numbers Tesla Model Y on 21,253 deliveries, down 26.1 per cent year-on-year. Tesla Model 3 on 17,094 deliveries, down 1.5 per cent.…

Or they are just more widely reported on social media as Tesla has sentry mode that records every time a car is keyed. My brothers new…

stratbargain commented on Tango Energy Not Sending Monthly Bills
In VIC they can't backdate more than four months. So sit tight...…

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escorpse on GWM Haval H6GT PHEV $53,990 Drive Away (Save $2,000) & a Free Charger @ GWM

Yeah they have really timed this poorly if it's not going to be delivered by the end of march. cutting it very fine

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digitalane on Switch Provider for Bonus Prepaid Mastercard (up to $400): Electricity $200, Gas $100, Internet $100 @ Econnex (Exc NT, Ergon Q)

Yep in the last one I switched after 30 days. Had forgotten all about it but then got my gift cards in emails after about 120 days.

stratbargain commented on Kinder/Daycare Centre Won't Swap a Day for Statewide Transition Day - What Would OzBargain Do?
"Am I being too much of a tight arse to think this is unreasonable to swap a day?" yes

stratbargain commented on PC Upgrade Path Suggestions
Just buy a new computer for $1500-$2000 and you're laughing. Not really worth upgrading and it sounds like it's a tax deduction anyway.…

We did this too. It's a great method
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