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Hi all, built a brand new house with new Bosch oven just over 2 years ago. Oven temperature dial has started playing up - turning temperature down (opposite direction) when I’m trying to turn up! …

So I need a new quilt. Old one was minijumbuk and I admit it’s lasted me 10+ years but they are crazy expensive ($250+ even on 50% sale). I’m a hot sleeper so I want something either 100% cotton …

So it seems you can pay $200+ for a king bed mattress protector (Sheridan, Minijumbuk) or $50 (Harris Scarf). I just want something cotton, quilted, thick, that will last. Is this something where …

Don’t ask me how…somehow have $150 or so of Gold Class food and beverage vouchers/gift cards that are about to expire. I don’t have any movie ticket vouchers and I don’t want to pay to see a …

So we built a new house and moved in about 1.5 years ago. Flame me all you want but as I’ve mentioned in previous threads, this was a high end custom build with a boutique builder so having issues …

Thought it was time for a bit of positivity and nostalgia. What are your favourite Christmas Traditions from childhood? Apart from decorating the tree, my fav would be baking sugar cookies with my …

So I’ve been waiting to buy a second car - either brand new or 1-2 years old - since the start of covid. We were literally about to buy in Jan/Feb 2020 and we got busy moving house then Covid …

Hi OzBargainer’s I need a good sofa bed. Something you can actually sleep on for a week if need be. Happy to spend on it if it’s good. I just have limited space or I’d buy an actual bed. Not …

So we moved into our custom built house by small boutique builder about a year ago. Context being, this was NOT a cheap volume build. Our bathroom has floor to ceiling Italian tiles, double shower …

So we bought a new Fisher & Paykel fridge last year and it has filtered water on the outside. The light came on to replacement the filter. Ok sure. Thought it would be maybe $15-20. It is $52!!!! …

Hi all, Does anyone have any other recommended insurers for a single item of expensive jewelry? I've been using Q report for years but the premiums just keep going up and there don't seem …

So I went to redeem some AmEx points and suddenly the WISH gift card is no longer available on the rewards store?! Anyone else had this experience? Live chat told me they were "out of …

So our local council allows people to put food scraps into their green bin. Without any form of wrapping/compostable bag etc. Personally I don’t do this as I find it disgusting. Our neighbour has …

Any recs for where to buy good quality wool rugs in Melbourne that have a modern contemporary look? I’ve considered West Elm as a starting point but their range is limited. Also looked at The Rug …

Hi all, Am building a brand new house now in VIC and the builder prematurely (in my opinion) lifted the floor protective covering. Now the engineered wooden floor has a bunch of bad dents across …

So we want to invest in some quality furniture…stuff we can ideally keep for 10 years. Looking at new sofas, arm chairs, bar stools, beds e.g. Happy to pay $5kish for a sofa if the quality is …

Hi all, Does anyone know when David Jones will discount Xmas decorations? Last year they did it late November but this year, nothing so far. Even today with the Xmas shopping event it seems there …

I need to buy my first artificial Christmas tree. Where do people recommend I source it from? I want something that looks as realistic as possible.

Hoping some experts here might be able to advise. I have a very unique property floor plan with exact dimensions. Can I copyright/patent this? If so, how? Thanks all.

Hi all, Trying to find an online custom photo print website where I can create an xmas card with a little magnet on the back for optional putting up on the fridge…but everywhere i look seems …

Hi all, Has anyone seen Tinned Wild Alaskan Salmon (or any type of good quality tinned salmon?) in Costco? If so, is it any good and is it expensive? Cheers UPDATE: Called them direct - it was …

Hi guys, Has anyone bought the Luvion Grand Elite baby monitor? It has great reviews here (https://www.productreview.com.au/p/luvion-grand-elite.html) but I can't find anyone I know who has …

I'm selling 3 different used computer models over 3 listings. Each model has a different quantity available. I've had a buyer ask to buy all remaining quantities over the 3 listings and …

Ok I'm so mad right now….hoping the wise counsel of OzBargainers can come through for me. Background: I rent an apartment in a luxury high rise apartment building. The building is …

I'm on iPad and when on the david jones website, cannot select any other payment method except gift card or david jones Amex. It's been like this since they updated their website. Anyone …

Hi guys, This seems like a good price https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Dyson-Cyclone-V10-Absolute-Cordl... with the 20% off voucher (RRP $999.99) so comes down to $799.99. But are there warranty issues …

What is on your purchase list before July 1st arrives? I'll be doing a stock up from my usual favourite stores….Amazon USA, Book Depository, Saks, Nordstrom, Selfridges, Cult Beauty. …

Hi all, Anyone know a way to get online cash back from Selfridges UK website purchase? Thanks

Hi all, I need to earn 40,000 starwood points in a short amount of time (2 months max). Does anyone have tips on the fastest way to do this? I have a platinum edge amex card and a business platinum …

Hi everyone, trying to find out if the Smeg kettles ever go on sale. They seem to be $199 everywhere. Don't know how to get the best price…. http://www.smeg.com.au/product/klf01blau/

Hi everyone, My parents have receieved a small inheritance from a family member in New Zealand and I'm trying to figure out the cheapest way to move the cash from New Zealand to Australia …