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expired Lebara Mobile 30-Day Starter Pack (80GB/Month for First 3 Months) $12 in-Store Only @ BIG W

Lebara data pack at Big W - $12 for 80GB with 3 months to use it in. Advertised as $15 but the local Big W had it as $12. That is $48 for a year with 320GB of data. 80GB data for the first 3 …

Insurance Brokers - Sydney

Looking for recommendations for a insurance broker who can get me both home and vehicle insurance. Tired of ringing companies up and then having to talk to 2 different departments. TIA.

[NSW] Non Profit Organization for Modem, Mouse, Keyboard Recycling

All, Looking for a non profit place in Sydney that will take the countless modems, mice, keyboards that I have. Be a shame to dump them. The thrift shops are not interested.

White Flecks in The Rear Windscreeen

My car has what is called privacy glass - factory "tinted" I would say. White flecks have started appearing in the glass so I complained to Audi. They asked me to take to the nearest …

Prepaid Credit Cards

These were big in the us but I am struggling to find them here. Woolworths/Big W have discontinued their offering. Does anyone any recommendations for these cards locally? AUD preferred. TIA

Prepaid Mobile Broadband - Sydney Inner West

Everyone! I live at the end of a street and water comes rushing down the road every time it rains and into the Telstra pit stuffing up my internet connection - there is nothing that Telstra will do …

Which Wireless Headphones to Use with Laptop

Hi All, My old Bose wired headphones are giving up and I am on the lookout for replacements that have great call and sound quality. I was opting for the Jabra 85t but not sure if that is the best …

Dentist Recommendations in Sydney

Looking for one that will numb my gums before cleaning. Oh, and also do a good job with the clean. The ones I have last visited skimp on the numbing and I am in pain for days. Sydney …

Data Pack for International Roaming

Thoughts are turning to travel now that the boarders are open. Buying a SIM overseas is generally the best option. Would you say that buying a data pack before leaving is the best option if one …

Question about iPad Pro Battery Replacement

Hi all! I have an iPad Pro that is is great condition but battery life is not flash. Has anyone had a battery replaced in their iPad? Any recommendations for a Sydney installer please?

Electricity Usage and Service Calculation - Sydney metro.

Hi Experts, I got my electricity bill and it is up 37% since the same time last year ( from 12kWh to 16.4kWh) I do not use electricity for cooking; have off peak hot water - only use washing …

Choc Tops at The Cinemas

Hi everyone, Who makes the choc tops that are available at cinemas? Is it possible to get them at the supermarkets? Have spent the best part of lockdown wondering and now I am having withdrawal …

Backlit and/or Illuminated Keyboard (Budget $200)

Good Afternoon Everyone! I am after one of these that has a "great" price - a couple of weeks back there was a link here but I can no longer find one. Ideally wireless but wired works as …

Telecommunications Towers Close by

Hi Experts, Is there a site where I can check if there is sat an Optus Tower close by? I asked Optus/Voda/Telstra and they just sent me links to their coverage types. Thanks

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[NSW] Sabco Professional Microfibre Cloth 6 Pack $4 (Was $21.50) in-Store @ Bunnings (Ashfield)

expired [NSW] Sabco Professional Microfibre Cloth 6 Pack $4 (Was $21.50) in-Store @ Bunnings (Ashfield)

Saw this at Ashfield Bunnings an hour ago - they had heaps of stock in Fluoro Green, Baby Blue or Pale Pink. 40mm x 40mm and 2 sided. Reusable and washable.

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expired [ACT] Levi's 501 $59 in-Store @ Rivers (DFO Canberra)

I was at DFO Canberra and they had Levi's 501s for men (Black/Navy/Blue) for $59. Levis 501s are not even on their website so not sure if this counts as a deal.

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Smile.com.au - Anyone with Them?

Hello bargainers 😇 Anyone with them? Has it made a difference to your medial bills? Basically j am looking at them versus extras cover.

nbn Connection - Inner South West Sydney

Hello Experts! iiNet advise today that my local exchange is closing and ADSL2 will not be available to me in 2 months. They are offering me their similarly priced NBN plan but, the download speed …

eBay Australia

eBay Discount Code - Current

Hello everyone. I have been looking for a discount code to use on VideoPro’s eBay store but cannot find anything. Does anyone know of a forthcoming sale or discount codes please?

Costco Wholesale

poll Sony X8500 65” Display Model - $1,500 @ Costco

Would you buy this? It has been on display for at least 9 months.

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½ Price Majans Bhuja Mix 140‑200g Selected Varieties $1.92 @ IGA

expired ½ Price Majans Bhuja Mix 140‑200g Selected Varieties $1.92 @ IGA

Hi Everyone, OzBargains favourite bhuja mix is $1.92 at super IGA. Colies have only been offering 30% off of late. Cadbury chocolate 180gm blocks including Old are $2.50.

Sydney No Kill Animal Shelters

Happy New Year Everyone! A silky terrier that was abandoned by its owners in Front of my house last night I simply cannot take in another animal and would like to take it to a no kill shelter. The …

House Insurance - NSW

Hi Everyone! I live in a weatherboard house that was built in the 1950s. I previously have Home and Contents insurance through Budget Direct but received a letter on Friday stating that "cover …

Conflict of Interest / Restraint of Trade / ???

Hi, I work for a chemical importer and distributor. A colleague who started work here 7 months ago had just been asked to either cease her other business or resign because HR determines her role …

Electricity Provider Recommendations - NSW

Hello everyone! Have always been with Energy Australia but keen to see what people can recommend. There all these comparison sites but not too keen for a call back as I do not want unsolicited …

Variable Rate Home Loans in NSW - Cheapest including offset

Hi, I owe $368k on my mortgage and am looking at moving my splits loans from CBA quick-smart - this because CBA have bumped up my rates again and are killing me with their yearly package charge …

Car Insurance Woes - They Want to Pay Me out

Hello fellows! I have a car insurance policy with the supermarket that likes to advertise the are driving prices down. Almost 2 months back a truck brushed against my car at traffic lights. Vehicle …

Credit Cards - Domestic Car Rental Excess Waiver/Excess

Hello Everyone! Is there any credit card that covers the excess for domestic rental car hire? I thought my CBA card did - when I called to inquire I was put through to Allianz who told me that only …

VW Golf Drivers Side Wing Mirror

Hello, A truck hit my wing mirror breaking the glass. Replacement from VW is $175 - just wondering if anyone has an alternative option for supply of these mirrors. Am in Sydney. Thanks in advance …

Bose MEI2I Earphones

Hello OzBargainers. I have had two pairs over the years and the 2nd one had just stopped working. Tried to purchase another pair online (superseded by Bose) but that paid was counterfeit. Has …

Damage to Car - Seemingly Whilst Car at Smash Repairer

Oz Bargainers! I could do with your advice please. Took my car to a smash repairer for repairs to the tail gate and the passenger side guard - this was private work and not through an …

Recommendations for a Good Cobbler in Sydney

Went to a funeral the other day - so pulled on my best shoes but ended up snagging them against concrete and have torn a bit off the front. These are $200 rockports that I picked up for $50 so you …

Using Monitor as TV

Fellow OzBargainers, I am looking at purchasing a monitor to use with my laptop at home. Now, I use the laptop on a desk in my bedroom that is adjacent to my bed. So, I am thinking of the …

Hair Crisis

Crisis. I would like to change my hairstyle - am in Sydney. Any recommendations OxBargainers? In true Ozbargainer style I have been getting $7 haircuts so my hair has been progressively butchered.

U-Bank Versus Loans.com - Which Is Better

Team OzBargain. I am with CBA now for my mortgage and they haven just jacked up my rate to 4% = ostensibly a rate review but I bet it has to do with Govt imposed charge. So, looking at refinancing …

Microwave Oven - flat or turntable?

Hello OzBargain family. Which one and why? I have a 17 year old Panasonic with turntable that is about to give up the ghost. Unsure of which to choose as a replacement?

Goose Down Quilts

As I am ageing I find that my current quilt does not keep me warm enough. Looking around fto get a 95-100% goose down queen size quilt for round $300 dollars and what I see out there confuses the …

Shipping Service from USA to Sydney for Amazon Purchases

My fellow Ozbargainers!, I need to buy a few bits and pieces from Amazon but they are not available for shipment to Australia. Do you have any recommendations for a "buying and shipping …

iPhone 6plus Replacement Screen

Fellow OzBargainers,! I have sad news - dropped my iPhone 6plus and the screen shattered. Am in Sydney - any recommendations regarding screen replacements? Apple will be too expensive I would …

Advice on a Neighbourly Matter Please

My go to people - I need some advice please. 6 weeks ago my neighbor's roof collapsed - he rang up his insurers and they sent their tradies around. The tradies covered the roof with tarpaulin …

128GB Micro SD Card Class 10

I treated myself to a Blackvue Dashcam (cheaper than the excess on my car insurance) - trouble is it only comes with 32Gb card. The installer told me this is only good enough for one hour's …

Roads and Maritime Services

NSW Drivers Licence - legalities around!

Greeting OzBargainers! I bought a flip wallet for my IPhone the other day (was reduced from $35 to $10). The wallet that is!! The wallet has internal storage for 2 credit cards - thinking of debit …

Microsoft Excel

Hello OZBargainers, Is there any site that you know of where I can download Excel for free and preferably with a key? I had a look online last night and it was so confusing I gave up. Most of the …

Sony XPERIA Z3 Tablet Compact

Hello Bargainers! Just wondering if this http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/ashfield/android-tablets/sony... is a good Deal Value your opinion. Thank you

Dick Smith / Kogan

Dick Smith HD set top box

Fellow OB's - looking to buy a Dick Smith HD Set Top Box. Been to a few stores around Sydney but cannot see any. Has anyone come across one? Which shop please and when? Thanks for your help

Hall - Dinner Venue Sydney

Hello Ozbargainers. I need to organise an 80th birthday party in Sydney in the 3rd week of May. Ideally i would like to hold it in a restauarant but cannot afford it - as there are about 80 …

Advice on House Boundary That Is Eroding

My fellow OZBargainers - I need your help please! I live in a house on a small hillock alongside a stretch of river in Sydney. Now, the problem is the hillock that my house on is gradually eroding …

Cheap Decent Lightening to USB Cables for iPhone 6 Plus?

I am a connoisseur of the Apple Ecosystem and I need your help please Oz Bargainers Where can I get cheap decent lightening to usb cables for my iphone 6 plus? Dick and Smith had these advertised …

Insurances Annual Renewal Time Again

We all have two certainties in life - death and taxes. There is an almost certainty and that is insurance - my largest expense after my mortgage. It is that time of year again when I need to start …

Home Loan Experiences

I have a home loan with the same CBA that raised their rates independently by 0.27% last month taking my rate out to 4.71%. Thought I would go looking for the most attractive variable rate - found …