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Credit Card Recommendation with Rewards

Hi guys. So I had to drop a couple of credit cards to get my refinance through. Now that it's through, I want to replace one of my existing. I had 22k limit across 4 cards but had to reduce to …

Desktop Wi-Fi PCIe Adapter / USB Dongle Recommendations

Hi OZBers. I'm fairly clueless when it comes to computer tech, and I had a tech question which is probably easily answered by many of you. Just pulled an old desktop computer (2015 or so) from …

Government Grant Question (Jobsaver / Disaster Payment etc)

Hi guys, tried searching for this question but could not see another post about it, relating to this query. Can anyone give any input regarding this situation. NSW - Small business - (company) …

Ceramic Coating - Yay or Nay?

Hey guys, I should be getting a new car next week and wondering about ceramic coating. Its a white car and buying it (brand new) for $30k. I have already said no to the dealer but looking at other …

Is It Time to Buy USD?

Highest point in almost 3 years. Buy now or wait? Do you think it will go to 80c? Further?

AIA Vitality

AIA Vitality Query - Points

So I joined just recently - a month ago. My query is for those using one of the associated gyms that give you 100 points per visit. The max is 100 points / day up to 15000 per year for …

MyOwn Health Insurance Experience/Review

To current or previous members of MyOwn health. How do you find them in terms of price premium, health cover, gap, service, response time etc.. Would you recommend them? TIA

What Alcohol/Liquor to Get from USA?

Hi, what alcohol do you recommend bringing back from USA. Apparently Walmart etc have great prices on lots of liquor (ie. avoid duty free). From experience, what have people found to be great value …

poll Amazon Prime / eBay Plus - Poll on Whether You Intend to Keep (Pay) - Do You See Value in It?

Poll below. Just wondering if anyone has kept either of them active (ie. paying for it) or intends to, after the free 30 day trial.

http://trs.border.gov.au/ - legit??

Hi guys, is above website legit? Has anyone used it? The gov makes me think it is, but there is no "https://" and the little box next to the web address says the "connection to site …

Mortgage broking questions

Hi guys, It's been 14 years since I last applied for a home loan so please bear with me if these questions may seem silly to some. Ok so I am looking to get loans arranged for 2 IPs in the next …

Home Insurance Due 5 Days before Settlement of House Sold

Hi, quick question to all the ozgeniuses!! My house I sold settles on 3rd April. My annual policy is due for it on 29th March. I know you can get refund on unused portion after payment, but do they …

poll Why do you live where you live (suburb/area)?

Just wanted to throw this question out there. I ask this question for both renters and home owners. Obviously, we can only live where we believe we can afford, but I am trying to get a deeper answer …

LG G4 Owners (with Quick Circle Case)

Hi All, I tried googling the answer to below but couldn't get anything, just wondering if anyone here can help as this is a popular phone on this site. I have an ebay aftermarket quick …

American Express

AmEx Deals - How to Get It for Supplementary Cards

Hi, I am the supplementary card holder with wife as primary account holder (as she doesnt get charged annual fee via professional association membership). When I log in to her (primary) online …

When offset amount > loan amount?

I was just wondering how this works, when the $ amount in your savings (offset) account equals or exceeds the amount in your home loan. I know how offsets work generally when you are in debt, but …

Can someone please let me know what this type of plug is called

http://files.ozbargain.com.au/upload/11967/21353/20140228_14... I've tried googling "3 hole plug for scanner" and other things but not getting anything. Its a power source for HP …

Just received a green New Balance T-shirt - don't recall ordering it..

Hi All, Did anyone else here get one. Via this website is where I buy most things, if I was to buy one. But I received a greenish medium New Balance T-shirt in the post, and don't recall …

What's your average monthly grocery bill?

Hi.. just wondering what's average out there for groceries etc. For me - its wife, 2 year old kid and myself. Before I looked into it, I guessed we were spending $600-$650/month Going through …

Loans.com.au

Loans.com.au offset account - for near zero balance loan.

Hi All. Just had a question for you all. Has anyone seen a better offset rate/account than the below for those with almost full equity for an investment …

Small business owners/workers out there...

Hi, Just a question to you guys. In the building next door, this guy I know has one of these types of scanners http://www.megabuy.com.au/brother-ads-2100-advanced-document-scanner-p336021.html

Masters Home Improvement

Masters - very poor replacement/refund policy

We tried to return a faulty item back to Masters. Firstly, I was told they think I used the machine wrong and its my fault.

iPad, cheaper in US in shops??

Hi all. Just had a question for anyone who knows. I need to get an Ipad 16gb for my mum. My cousin is going to Vegas next week also, for a few days for work.

28 Degrees Card

28 Degrees Mastercard - for those that own the card...

Hi All, I just received mine. Just want to know how to keep fees at pretty much zero.

Has anyone here bought ALL Apple handheld products.

Anyone here gotten all of the below? Ipod Ipod Nano Iphone Iphone 2 (was there an iphone 2??) 3g 3gs 4 4s 5 ipad ipad 2 new ipad plan on getting ipad mini Did i miss any?

Dyson vacs- worth it?

Hi all, I have seen people on this site are pretty keen on Dyson Vacuums, despite being more pricey than other brands (eg. via amazon and another site that was offering 30% off).

ALDI

Aldi (Bauhn) Indoor HD Digital Antenna

I'm talking about this here: http://aldi.com.au/au/html/offers/2827_22613.htm My situation is as below:

Urbanathlon

**Moderator**: Urbanathlon emailed OzBargain that the code is unauthorised/internal leak, and is not available for public.

4 Burner BBQ

Hi All, I am looking for a 4 burner bbq with side burner. All places I see seem to be selling ~$299. Ones under consideration: BBQ Galore (Brand: Cook On)

is anyone doing 10% off apple between 13-15 December???

Thanks. Need it in that timeframe as going o/seas and need to buy for someone before then

US Black Friday Sales - Where (Online) to Shop - Recommendations?

The AUD has dipped below US$1 (sitting around 0.97) but there may still be some good deals. What sites/site portals do people here recommend for shops/brands that will be having these sales?

Would you fix your loan for 5.69%?

I generally don't like fixed home loans but have been offered 5.69% fixed for 2 years, with a major financial institution (not big 4 but not a small player either, I can't say the bank's name)

Nikon D3100 - Kogan v JB Hi-Fi

Hi all, I want to get the above camera and I can get it from above 2 as below: Kogan - $575 delivered JB Hi Fi this weekend - $660. $85 saving.

Updating complaints made to Fair Trading

Hi I made a complaint to fair trading (I don't really want to go into detail here about the complaint or the company involved). Anyway, I was wondering, after initial complaint is made and they give …

Scoopon

Ultratune Scoopon Deal - 5 Years Roadside Assist

http://www.scoopon.com.au/sydney You get: Just $69 for a FIVE YEAR UltraTune Car Care Package worth $1049! Includes a MAJOR Logbook Service inc synthetic oil PLUS 5 Years Road Side Assist PLUS Yearly …

Anyone who knows about mechanics/cars/science etc - Fuel Saver

Not putting this as a bargain as their effectiveness is probably questionable. Anyone used any of these? Does the science of it make sense? Is it just a …

Scotchguarding Furniture - Worth It?

Anyone got it done on a new sofa? What material have you got? How much did you pay? Is it worth it or just BS?

Washing Machine - Front or Top Loader- Which One Is More Cost Effective/ Pros and Cons

i've always had top loaders but now i am in the market for a new clothes washer, I have been looking at both. It seems front loaders use about 40-70% less water but they look like they use more …

Grays Online - Whitegoods etc - Refurnished

Hi all, I get the email alerts from them and generally ignore them but now that i'm in the market for whitegoods I thought I would take a good look. I found their prices (ie. sold prices at auction) …

Europe - Tips to Travel on The Cheap / What to Watch out for (While You Are There)

hi all, my auntie n uncle going to Europe soon. Most the main places. They are doing a tour + a cruise so accomodation and travel are pretty much taken care of. I think food is also taken care of on …

The Sydney Morning Herald

SMH article about group buying

They have exploded (as bargain hunters are very well aware). Also, gives you some details on commissions etc they take (didn't know it was as high as 50%!!), some success and failure stories (not …

Ouffer - Why Overseas Transactions Fee?

Isnt this a local company? I use ANZ Visa and was charged o/s transaction fee. Does everyone else get the fee on their card? I was surprised as I thought it would go through local banks.

google nexus 1 ? htc desire?

Ok, I am looking at an alternative to an iphone. These 2 I understand are top of the range. If anyone has them - what plan are you on and who are you with? Whats the best plan you know of? What do …

Easy Way to Unlocking iPhone?

hi all, is it easy to unlock an iphone? i don't want to jailbreak it (i think that means hacking into it so you can put any apps on there), just wwant to be able to use it with any network. this is …

the $1 TPG landline offer

Hi, just 2 questions to anyone who has already got this. This is not VOIP right - its normal copper line? There was discussion initially whether you could port your number. TPG website had …

Boo to the Malay Govt (Blocking AirAsia X's Route from KL to Sydney/Seoul)

not good news for sydneysiders, good for melbournians though http://www.smh.com.au/travel/travel-news/blowing-the-budget-20100423-thsn.html The (Malaysian) government is blocking Air Asia X from …

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5th Gen Ipod Nano - $149 delivered

expired 5th Gen Ipod Nano - $149 delivered

Good value. Tempting since I lost my last one. Usually on special for about $170-$180

Wiress Modem and Router around $100?

hi all, i want to replace my now non working dynalink RTA1025W. On whirlpool, ppl have rate this modem highly so I am thinking I might get another one of the same. But I only get speeds around …

Tech Help - Is There Such a Thing as ADSL2+ Filter? and if So, Is It Faster Than ADSL

Hi all. I have adsl2+ at home (TPG). just checked all my filters and they all say adsl. Is there such a thing as adsl2+ filters. The reason I ask is that my speed only gets to max 220 kbps Thanks

3 (Telco) Mobile Internet Deals

Hi, I got an email from 3 saying they are offering on 12 month contract 500mb for $8/month (normally 250mb/month for $8). It also includes unlimited skype-to-skype and unlim yahoo/gmail/hotmail. Is …