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Sub $200 Phone to Use as Audio Player

Hi guys, Gloin is looking for a phone to replace his super old iphone 3g which he uses mainly to listen to internet radio and mp3 audio saved to memory. I guess the main features would be something …

poll Will The Price of Krill Oil Tablets Fall with The New Grocery Bag Phase out?

So as some of you may be aware, Colesworth and Aldi are planning to phase out free plastic bags at the check out. The theory is that fish are allergic to plastic bags so are dying. Also fishermen get …

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Glenmorangie `18 YO` Single Malt Scotch Whisky (6x 700ml Giftboxed) for $631.91 ($105.32 Per Bottle) @ GraysOnline on eBay

expired Glenmorangie `18 YO` Single Malt Scotch Whisky (6x 700ml Giftboxed) for $631.91 ($105.32 Per Bottle) @ GraysOnline on eBay

COLLECTING

Courtesy to double0one for original ebay deal. Original 20% off Selected eBay sellers COLLECTING deal This is not the greatest single malt but is not to bad with diet coke or dr pepper. This would …

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Svalbarði Polar Iceberg Water 750ml Bottle for $85 C&C at Dan Murphy's eBay

expired Svalbarði Polar Iceberg Water 750ml Bottle for $85 C&C at Dan Murphy's eBay

CORKAGE

This is a great price for this awesome sample of dihydrogen monoxide. This is not a drink to be ruined by mixing it with coke! Original $30 off deal courtesy of TA

Best E-ink Reader for PDFs

Hi ozbers, I've been thinking for a while to buy a e ink reader mainly to read pdfs. Currently I print them as I prefer to avoid screen on tablet and laptop at night. Generally I read short …

Cost of Being a Bridesmaid

Hi Ozbers, My sister has been asked to be a bridesmaid at a wedding for a friend. (Not sure how close but I assume not very much because I haven't really heard much about that …

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LG 24" Full HD IPS Monitor (24MP58VQ) $184 ($50 off), Logitech MK220 Wireless Keyboard $18 ($15: Auburn NSW) @ Harvey Norman

expired LG 24" Full HD IPS Monitor (24MP58VQ) $184 ($50 off), Logitech MK220 Wireless Keyboard $18 ($15: Auburn NSW) @ Harvey Norman

Decent monitor at decent price. CONS (Main ones IMO): No VESA support, Not height adjustable (But tiltable) Cheapest its been from what I've seen. UPDATE: Mate told me he went to pick one up. …

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Limited-Edition MG Popcorn Maker with Certain MG Car Purchase This Weekend

expired Limited-Edition MG Popcorn Maker with Certain MG Car Purchase This Weekend

Free popcorn maker when you buy a MG car this weekend. Enjoy!

Perth /Fremantle Accommodation - Best option

Hi Ozbers, I'm looking to stay at Perth for a week to catch up with some friends and for business reasons in end of July. Business is in freemantle would be there a few days, then thinking …

poll Yoghurt Drink - Do They Still Sell Them

Along time ago back in 2012-2014 and prior I used to buy yoghurt drink. They used to have i think it was Yoplait brand and then a Jalna brand. Now nothing. :( Has anyone else been able to find the …

Revision History - What Details Can Be Seen

Hi Often post get changed to remove details which shouldn't be there. SOmetimes things like personal details which the poster probably doesn't want to reveal anyways. However, does the …

Are junk food deals a bad influence on you?

Hi ozbers, Recently I've been pretty busy with work and often away from home for work. I've lived alone in the past and would rarely by junk foods or fast food. But I've noted this …

Do Console Makers Get Money from Game Sales?

I have a bit of earwax Was wondering why consoles are cheaper than PC's. Is it because the console makers get a cut from sales of games? Thanks Gimli son of Gloin

Docking Options for Lenovo X260

Hey guys, A friend of mine(not legolas) got a lenovo x260 recently (which I may have recommended to them lol). They were looking into buying the lenovo dock but it me it seems a bit pricy at $300 …

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Pendo 10.1" Convertible Laptop Clearance $150 at Officeworks

expired Pendo 10.1" Convertible Laptop Clearance $150 at Officeworks

Saw this on clearance at my local officeworks. I've been looking for a 10'' tablet this looks like a decent price for a convertible. Features atom processor and Windows 10. On 2GB ram. …

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expired ThinkPad X260 from $1299 @ Lenovo

deals

Hi guys Scotty recently featured a deal for this model with 1366 monitor for 1180 (upgrade to FHD cost $130). This deal is for the FHD version. Other features are the similar Intel Core …

Moble Broadband with Unmetered Content

Hey guys, I am looking at getting mobile broadband data sim for when i'm away from home. Looking at both prepaid and post paid. I probably need about 5gb per month. Would like to have …

poll $50 Vs $75 Vs $99 Vacuum Cleaner from KMART

Hi ozbers, Wondering if you have any experience with the k-mart vacuums. My mine has become a bit too dusty and needs a bit of a clean. There are three bagless vacuums which look similar …

Cheap Guest Bed Option

Hey guys I staying away from my usual home interstate for 1-2 years. I usually go back home on weekends but also sometimes family comes upto stay with me. I'm just wondering what to do for bed. …

Is It Worth Using Custom Rom (for Redmi Note Pro 3 SE)

Hey guys, So I got a specal redmi device recently. Initially I bought it with the intention of flashing the rom to a custom rom. (Largely due to poor feedback re MIU interface) However after …

$400 Android Phone - Recommendations

Hey guys, I need to replace my nexus 5 which I've had now for 3 years. I think nexus 5 is great but the main problem is battery life is too short now so I need to replace it. Ideally I …

Temporarily Furnishing a New House Cheaply

Hi guys, I'm hoping to get some ideas about saving money when moving to a new place. I'm moving interstate for work for 1-2 years. My family will stay at my current place so I have to …

Best internet option for 3 months

In going in Grafton for 3 months for work. Need to organise internet. What's the best value to get good data at least 10gb per month would be good! Cheers

MeeAudio Pinnacle P1 - Value Audiophile earphones

https://www.amazon.com/MEE-audio-Audiophile-Headphones-Detac... these are MeeAudio premier headphones. They seem to have very good reviews. Cost - $220USD (including shipping) which comes $290+ …

OzBargain

poll Duplicator Badge

https://www.ozbargain.com.au/badge/15 Is this badge meant to be a bad thing. Hence, black mark. Cheerioh Gimli son of Gloin

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95pc Trainset $39.99 & Play-Doh 1kg $7.99 at ALDI

expired 95pc Trainset $39.99 & Play-Doh 1kg $7.99 at ALDI

Hey ozbargainonions, Aldi is selling toys on Wedneday 22nd June. The train set and Play-Doh are very good prices. You can find generic brand play-doh for $5.00 at KMART but not sure about the …

Car Tyres - Where to Buy

Hey guys, Wondering if you can point me to a good deal for Car Tyres. Replacing tyres for a friend with a 2008 Camry Altise. Looking to repalce all 4 wheels with either Michelin or Dunlop tyres. …

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Woolworths Ice Cream 500ml $3 (Was $4)

expired Woolworths Ice Cream 500ml $3 (Was $4)

Hey guys, Woolworths "special" ice cream is on sale. Its usually relatively cheap to begin with but the extra $1 off makes it worth it. I would recommend "Nuts about Ice …

Flag OP Comments in Threads

Hi, I was just reading an AMA and realised was scrolling to find posts by OP to see what he has stated already. Is there a way of highlight OP comments. (similar to how you can highlight top …

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Kemco Android JRPG Games $0.99

expired Kemco Android JRPG Games $0.99

Kemco have 10 of their rpg's priced at $0.99 as a part of their christmas sale. Usuall price $8-9. Great games to add to you collection if you like rpgs.

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expired [PC] Rocket League $11.20 USD (~$15.40 AUD) with 20% off Coupon @ Green Man Gaming

NWYEAR-20PERC-WTHGMG

Noted this was a popular game in the gaming thread so looked for a cheap price and found this

poll How long can a non-gaming (basic use) desktop last?

Hi guys, I built a desktop for my dad 8 years ago. with e2160, 2gb ram, cheapest graphics card, 500gb hdd. Currently it is running windows 7 without any glitches but it is getting slow. Looking at …

poll What Is a Good Cheap Pen (Jetstream Equivalent)

Hey guys, I've been using uniball jetstream for a while. The pens cost about $5 each a bit cheaper if you buy in bulk. Refills cost about $2. These pens suit me well. Smooth but not too inky. …

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Kindle Paperwhite High Resolution 300PPI Display Wi-Fi $162 @ Dick Smith eBay (Click & Collect)

expired Kindle Paperwhite High Resolution 300PPI Display Wi-Fi $162 @ Dick Smith eBay (Click & Collect)

CHRISTMAS10

Original eBay 10% off CHRISTMAS10 deal The price for this has dropped lower a couple of months ago but this is a good deal going into xmas. If its not urgent you are probably better off waiting for …

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Google Play Music $1 for 3 Months

expired Google Play Music $1 for 3 Months

CYBERONE

Hey guys, Google play music streaming service is now $1 for 3 months. Just remember to cancel after 3 months. EDIT: As per posts below this seems to be a partially targeted offer for new members …

Where to Buy Blind Spare Parts (Sydney Innerwest)

Hey guys, I need to replace the tilter for my horizontal blinds any ideas where I can buy the part. Thanks

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50% off Twinings Tea Bags 80-100pk $5.25 @ Coles

expired 50% off Twinings Tea Bags 80-100pk $5.25 @ Coles

Stolen from Trent Twinings tea bags 80-100pk are only occasionally half price at coles/woolies so I thought it was worth flagging this. These were recently $6 at Woolies and JV said: Better to …

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[Google Play] Kemco RPG $0.99 (Was Upto $9.99)

expired [Google Play] Kemco RPG $0.99 (Was Upto $9.99)

Kemco make pretty good RPG's and this a good price for those of you who like these games. Good way to spend your google rewards credit. Full list of games …

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Telstra Freedom Plus Prepaid Recharge

Hey guys, I've recently changed to telstra freedom plus prepaid plan. Just wondering what people do the recharge before credit expires. I know there is a autorepayment option but it seems to …

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Twinings Tea Bag 10 Pk Half Price at Woolworths $1.24

expired Twinings Tea Bag 10 Pk Half Price at Woolworths $1.24

Courtesy of aussie28 I though this was worthy of a separate post. Love to stock up on tea when it is half price.

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Pelleted Multipurpose Fertiliser 6KG $19.99 @ ALDI

expired Pelleted Multipurpose Fertiliser 6KG $19.99 @ ALDI

Hey guys, Another gardening deal from Aldicinno. Pelleted multipurpose fertiliser - contains poultry manure, feather and fish meal, natural minerals, blood and bone, composted seaweed and sulphate …

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Half Price Mother 250ml 4 Pack $6.50 @ Coles Express

expired Half Price Mother 250ml 4 Pack $6.50 @ Coles Express

bad drink at good price. Courtesy of TA. See here for more coles express deals. Buy 3 to qualify for petroleum saving.

Buying Shoes in The USA

Hey GUys, I'm going to NY for a few days and happen to need new runners. I've never been before but was wondering where shoes sell cheap in NY. I am looking to buy new balance shoes. …

Invalid Use of Negative Vote Comments

Hi, I was wondering why comments are hidden if negative votes are revoked because some such comments still may be informative even if the associated vote was not valid. j

Bold Text Conspiracy - Why are the forums not as **BOLD**

I'm not sure if anyone else has noted but comments in the Forum seem to have less bolding of words than one sees in comments posted about deals. I was wondering what the reason for this …

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USB Microscope $49.99  telescope $120 @ ALDI

expired USB Microscope $49.99 telescope $120 @ ALDI

I remember when I got a microscope for my 12th Birthday, USB's didn't exist back then. You had to draw what you saw, through the lens. But with this microscope you can take photos. With …

Canada Trip Ideas Vancouver to Toronto

Hey guys, I'm deciding on going on a family trip (3 adults) to Canada. I have family in Toronto so would spend about 4 days visiting people and family. After that I'd like to spend 3 days …

poll When to Get an DAC AMP to Enhance Your Music Experience?

Hey ozbargainer audiophiles, I'm not an audiophile but do enjoy my music. I currently have about $100 to spare in my budget allocation to headphones. Currently I have low end …

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Stirling Robotic Vacuum Cleaner $179 at ALDI Starting 6th June

expired Stirling Robotic Vacuum Cleaner $179 at ALDI Starting 6th June

This was previously $169. I was waiting for it to reappear ALDI for a while. Has reasonably good reviews on whirlpool and the general consensus is that it is good value for the price. See here for …

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900*600mm Magnetic Whiteboard $12.99 @ Aldi (Wed 3rd June)

expired 900*600mm Magnetic Whiteboard $12.99 @ Aldi (Wed 3rd June)

I've been looking for a whiteboard to get my life organised. I was thinking of buying one at officework's when I saw this deal instead. 900mm by 600mm. Includes 3 magnets and a …