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1.6L Turbo Fast Enough to Take to a Track (Eastern Creek) ?

thinking of buying a Kia Cerato GT (1.6L turbo). Is this powerful enough to have fun at a track day? I have not been before so not looking to compete etc, just for fun.

Are there any types of cars where new and used prices have not inflated due to COVID?

Looking for a car. Budget is up to $30k but I am after something with least depreciation over the next few years. Used is ok but don't want to pay a covid premium only to have it massively …

Anti-Barking Device for Neighbour's Dog

My neighbour's dog keeps barking. Have spoken to them cordially but it still continues. I would like to resolve this without complaining to council and only do that as a last resort. Does …

Effectiveness of Cigarette Smoke Detector?

Want to install cigarette smoke detectors in our rooms to ensure people are not smoking inside. Regular smoke detectors are generally not sensitive enough (have tested this with cigarettes). Not …

Dry cleaning business trousers Sydney CBD Martin Place/Wynyward area - market rate

My usual was Hunter Connection, was charged $8 per pair of trousers for a dry clean which was pretty cheap for Sydney CBD. Recently they have increased the price to $10, even for a batch of 5 pairs. …

Wild bamboo growth - risk for my building?

In my front lawn a number of wild bamboo have spread significantly over the last 6 to 12 months. They were already there 2 years ago, however it is only the last 6 to 12 months that I noticed it …

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Xiaomi 20000 mAh Dual USB Power Bank $42.36 Shipped @ Shopping Square on eBay

out of stock Xiaomi 20000 mAh Dual USB Power Bank $42.36 Shipped @ Shopping Square on eBay

COMMIT20

XIAOMI 20000mAh Dual USB Power Bank $42.36 shipped with COMMIT20 EBAY code Original 20% off at Selected Stores on eBay Deal Post

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Pair Mercator Brady Touch Bedside Table Lamps White w/ Timber Base $83.50 + Free Metro Shipping @ Bitola Lighting & Fans eBay

expired Pair Mercator Brady Touch Bedside Table Lamps White w/ Timber Base $83.50 + Free Metro Shipping @ Bitola Lighting & Fans eBay

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cheapest elsewhere is $120+ shipping Other colours also available The original $20 off $100 eBay spend is here

Are employers obligated to provide data in spreadsheet format so I can check my pay and annual leave is correct?

Each FY I check that my employer has paid me and accrued annual leave correctly. In order to do so I request payslips, timesheets and annual leave balances. In the past I have received them in …

How much can I haggle high end mattresses?

I am looking to buy a high end mattress $2k to $4k. The one I like is the Serta Sebastian. $9k RRP however I saw it at Forty Winks for $4500. This is the normal price. Almost all the mattresses in …

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expired Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen. Mens 42mm Smartwatch, Black with Black Leather US $214.47 = AU $280 Shipped from AMAZON

Motorola Moto 360 2nd Gen. Mens 42mm Smartwatch, Black with Black Leather US$214.47 = AU$280 shipped from AMAZON

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expired OCZ Storage Solutions Trion 150 Series 240GB 2.5" 7mm SATA III Internal Solid State Drive US $61.87 (~AU$85) Shipped @ Amazon

OCZ Storage Solutions Trion 150 Series 240GB 2.5" 7mm SATA III Internal Solid State Drive TRN150-25SAT3-240G $85 Shipped AMAZON

Efficient way of monetising my visa points

I have 100k visa points using a citibank credit card. On the Citibank rewards page, the gift cards and cashback options value each point at 0.25 cents to 0.5 cents per point, which seems low. What …

Outdoor vacuum (i.e using the vac function of a blower vac) - high end petrol ones worth it?

This post follows on from the post "Recommend Me a Bang for Buck Leaf Blower/Vacuum!" which deals with cheap blower/vacs https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/242799 I have created a new post …

Cheapest place to buy good quality Philips/Osram LED lights - MR16/GU5.3 (12v) or GU10 (240v)

cheapest place to buy good quality Philips/Osram LED lights - MR16/GU5.3 (12v) or GU10 (240v)? Bunnings and Masters have a wide range. I did an online search for Osram but they were similar price to …

Lithium Ion AA Rechargeable Batteries

been using eneloops, which are fine for high drain usage (xbox controllers) but a hassle for low drain usage due to it draining over time and having to regularly recharge them. Has anyone tried …

Roads and Maritime Services

NSW: Crossing unbroken double line to a driveway then do 3 point turn. Legal?

Assume that crossing unbroken double lines to enter a driveway is legal. See https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/217980 For those who wish to argue this point please argue in the other post. This post …

Best Tasting Nespresso Machine (Espresso Only)

do different nespresso machines actually make the espresso taste better standardising for the pod type (i.e using the same pods as a comparison)? Or are the more expensive ones just have more …

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Logitech G302 Daedalus Prime $31 Shipped Australian Stock @ PC Case Gear eBay

expired Logitech G302 Daedalus Prime $31 Shipped Australian Stock @ PC Case Gear eBay

Seems like a decent mouse great price ambidextrous link to my notes on mice, note its just my rough notes, no work was done to clean it …

Transporting a thick double mattress on a roofrack of a median sized hatchback - good idea?

I have an extra thick and extra heavy double mattress (194x140x30cm) that I need to transport 100km from Sydney to Wollongong. Rather than pay for a courier or hire a large vehicle, I am thinking of …

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expired QCK Soft Mousepad $14 Shipped, QCK Mini $9 Shipped from Bing Lee

http://www.binglee.com.au/steelseries-63004-qck-mouse-pad http://www.binglee.com.au/steelseries-63005-qck-mini-mouse-p... manufacturer site: …

Holiday in Western Europe using Euros. Cash convert AUD to Euros in Italy vs. ATM withdrawal

going for a holiday in europe. from a purely financial perspective, which would result in less fees: Bring AUD cash to europe and convert to Euros via money changers Use my bank VISA/MASTERCARD …

Using a VPN to book flights SYD to Western Europe. Is there geo location pricing?

hi everyone, is there geographic pricing when booking air tickets? i.e if i use a VPN to book will it be cheaper? if so which source countries I should try? I'm not necessarily after any …

Acer laptop cashback already claimed by store!

i bought a brand new acer laptop from a sydney cbd physical store, hoping to claim the cashback, but it turns out the store had already claimed it!

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iPad 2 16GB Wi-Fi $339 (Apple Store Refurbished)

expired iPad 2 16GB Wi-Fi $339 (Apple Store Refurbished)

this makes a saving of $150 over the IPad 4 wifi 16gb, which is decent enough for an old model note apparently Apple refurbs come with brand new screen, backing and battery

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Raichle & Mammut Goretex Hiking Boots ~ $160 at Mountain Designs Auburn (Factory Outlet)

expired Raichle & Mammut Goretex Hiking Boots ~ $160 at Mountain Designs Auburn (Factory Outlet)

Was told these brands are high quality, better than the Columbia brands Mountain designs normally stock Swiss company, made in China Original price is around $330-$350, cheap for Aus i suppose

Xbox Kinect $99 JB Hi-Fi Receipt

Moved to Forum: Original Link receipt from JB Hifi world square if anyone wants to buy a kinect for $99

WD TV Live $72 July 2011 JB Hi-Fi Receipt

Moved to Forum: Original Link https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-uMmMR0BrW5g/TjFwgLC_5ZI/AAAAAAAAAB4/cQ-JxZak3Yk/s720/IMG_20110728_235808.jpg Product …