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Member Since 03/11/2019
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Location VIC
Website www.consumer.vic.gov.au

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ConsumerAffairs replied to banana365 on Master Lock 57mm Shrouded Combination Padlock $23 (RRP $72.39) + Delivery ($0 with Prime/ $59 Spend) @ Amazon US via AU
I don't disagree, you're still only keeping out the honest thieves or at least the dim witted ones. In the end, padlocks are still only a…
10/06/2024 - 09:54
ConsumerAffairs replied to jlogic on Master Lock 57mm Shrouded Combination Padlock $23 (RRP $72.39) + Delivery ($0 with Prime/ $59 Spend) @ Amazon US via AU
Off site shipping containers, storage boxes, job site tool boxes etc. Generally things you can't trust to be left out of sight
09/06/2024 - 21:10
ConsumerAffairs replied to original15 on Starship Gas Torch US$175 (~A$262) + Shipping @ SpaceX Store
Maybe even into a Brown Dwarf
08/06/2024 - 10:35
ConsumerAffairs replied to shxhshzhz on [eBay Plus] GoPro Hero 12 $430.49, Motorola G54 5G 8GB RAM/128GB Storage $186.74 Delivered @ Mobileciti eBay
Came through yesterday on my G54 along with the current security patch too
07/06/2024 - 10:08
ConsumerAffairs replied to dtc on Discriminatory Job Ad on SEEK
What a poor example you have made, you're comparing apples to oranges. Using one industry where physical attributes have absolutely no play…
04/06/2024 - 01:02
ConsumerAffairs replied to larndis on Discriminatory Job Ad on SEEK
Guess you don't have a clue about the steel industry too. The diversity is 'so low' because it's a very heavily labour intensive industry…
04/06/2024 - 00:33
ConsumerAffairs replied to EightImmortals on Discriminatory Job Ad on SEEK
Yes they were given, Bluescope applied for an exemption though Fairwork Australia.
04/06/2024 - 00:11
ConsumerAffairs replied to ad62623 on Dewalt Oscillating Multi-Tool - DCS356N-XJ $186.95 Delivered @ Amazon US via AU
It may fall under 'making false or misleading representations of a product'. For an example, if someone buys the 20v drill and was…
02/06/2024 - 10:22
ConsumerAffairs replied to ad62623 on Dewalt Oscillating Multi-Tool - DCS356N-XJ $186.95 Delivered @ Amazon US via AU
Yes, exactly the same thing. 5 li-ion cells in series at nominal voltage of 3.7v = 18.5v as opposed to the charged voltage of 4.2v…
02/06/2024 - 08:43
ConsumerAffairs replied to cryptowiz on [eBook] $0 Hacking with Kali Linux, Romance, Healthy Cooking, Flourishing Garden, Minecraft Handbook & More @ Amazon AU
I was more thinking of this https://youtu.be/fHGM-hCpOPc?si=93cjBF2Flyjml3Mq
30/05/2024 - 19:51
ConsumerAffairs replied to pork chop on Castrol Edge Engine Oil 5W-40 5 Litre $42.99 Delivered (Free Membership Required) / C&C / In-Store @ Supercheap Auto
Sorry mate, thought the RX changed over to the 2gr by then. I'd stick to the 5w-30 if you can, I've got an '08 Kluger with 250k still…
30/05/2024 - 18:13
ConsumerAffairs replied to pork chop on Castrol Edge Engine Oil 5W-40 5 Litre $42.99 Delivered (Free Membership Required) / C&C / In-Store @ Supercheap Auto
I'd be really surprised if the 2gr-fe engine in your car is using any oil to require you needing the heavier weighted oil despite the…
30/05/2024 - 11:29
ConsumerAffairs replied to OzBragain on Century Ultra Hi Performance DIN65LHX MF UHP Car Battery $249 C&C / in-Store Only @ Total Tools
Made by the same company so I couldn't imagine that the equivalent battery you're after would be much, if not any different functionally.
13/05/2024 - 11:52
ConsumerAffairs replied to michaelTito on Hi OzBargainers, What Gender Are You?
Only from Bunnings
11/05/2024 - 12:56
ConsumerAffairs replied to ccsamwag on Colorado Waterproof Sneaker $69.99 (69% off, Tan or Pavement, Up To Size 13) + $12.99 Delivery ($0 C&C/ $150+) @ CAT Workwear
I had a pair of Cats before some time ago and they had a very similar feel and durability to the Merrell's I currently have. Unless their…
10/05/2024 - 19:52
ConsumerAffairs replied to ChatCPT on [VIC, SA] $0 iPhone 6-11 Battery Replacement (11 May 12-2pm) @ Buzztech (Geelong, Torquay, Colac, Warrnambool, Mount Gambier)
I know it's not genuine but I've had good results with the 4 different batteries I've gotten from Ifixit
10/05/2024 - 10:04
ConsumerAffairs replied to Nugs on Stanley Fatmax V20 18V 4.0Ah Angle Grinder Kit SFMCG400M1B-XE $175 + Local Delivery ($0 C&C/ in-Store) @ Mitre 10
I actually have the same problem, only have an impact driver and radio still working from the Masters clearances but 4 batteries between…
06/05/2024 - 15:32
ConsumerAffairs replied to RubenM on Stanley Fatmax V20 18V 4.0Ah Angle Grinder Kit SFMCG400M1B-XE $175 + Local Delivery ($0 C&C/ in-Store) @ Mitre 10
Porter Cable but that brand is only available in the USA, they aren't even compatible with the previous version of the Fatmax stuff but the…
06/05/2024 - 15:18
ConsumerAffairs commented on Voost Vitamin B+ Performance Apple/Berry Effervescent Tablets 20pk $4.40 (RRP $11) @ Woolworths
Better than the apricot flavour they have at The Reject Shop ATM for $5
04/05/2024 - 19:56
ConsumerAffairs replied to Supercool on Castrol Chain Saw Oil - 1 Litre $5 + Delivery @ Supercheap Auto
Sounds like the oil flow is a smidge high, engine oil has a lower viscosity than bar oil allowing it to come out a lot easier. Turn the bar…
26/04/2024 - 01:53
INIU BI-B64 140W 27000mAh Power Bank $76.79 Delivered @ INIU via Amazon AU
ConsumerAffairs posted a deal INIU BI-B64 140W 27000mAh Power Bank $76.79 Delivered @ INIU via Amazon AU
Another power bank for the masses or at least the ones who want this 140W one. Mark the 20% coupon box to get the price in the deal. This…
19/04/2024 - 20:52
ConsumerAffairs replied to john_conner on Dewalt DCD999 Hammer Drill Combo Kit $349 Delivered @ Total Tools
You'll be thankful for it when a hole saw bit gets jammed
17/04/2024 - 10:24
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09/04/2024 - 16:31
ConsumerAffairs replied to Miss B on What Did You Think Was a Scam but Turned out to Be 100% Legit?
Yep, Bluescope Steel just recently lost to the High Court trying to get out of paying the public holiday rate to thousands of workers that…
06/04/2024 - 08:07
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