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VPN That Works Specifically for Turkey YouTube? without "Your Location Couldn't Be Detected" Error

Hi, I cancelled my YouTube premium subscription to Turkey with the thinking of changing to Pakistan. I then quickly realised that given the trajectory of the currencies, it is likely that Turkey …

Coles

Last Week's Coles Catalog? for Chemist Warehouse Lowest Price Guarantee Claim

Hi, trying to provide proof to Chemist Warehouse of the price at Coles last week to support my Lowest Price Guarantee price beat claim with Chemist Warehouse. I'm actually not sure if this was …

Any Guides to Unlock Bootloader (Root?) OG Google Pixel?

Hi, I've just got my hands on an OG Google Pixel (if you know, you know haha). I'm intending to root the device (I've rooted androids before so not new to rooting) because I recall …

Westfield

$600 of Expired Westfield GCs - Advice?

Hey All, I've got $600 worth of Westfield GCs that expired in Sep 2021. I had thought they were expiring in Nov 2022 for some reason, because I was under the impression I bought them in Nov …

Anyone Used a Portable Wi-Fi Modem for Home Internet? Any Recommendations?

TLDR: What mobile WiFi device would you recommend that takes a SIM Card? Or should I just keep hotspotting off my old Redmi Note 4? Any reason I should not follow through with this plan? I plan to do …

Any Ozbargainers Looked Into Living Long-Term in Short-Term Accommodation? E.g. Hotel/Serviced Apartment?

So before you bite and say, "obviously it's more expensive, why would you bother" - yes, I know. I am not thinking of the conventional ways of paying cash directly to do this. In fact, …

Spotify

Hacking Cheap Spotify Premium - Turkey/India/Philippines - Findings/challenges thus far - Seeking Ideas

Spotify Philippines is often mentioned here as being the cheapest, and I think some people also mention Spotify India. However, Spotify Turkey, it appears is even cheaper. I've never seen …

Transferring WhatsApp History from iPhone to Android using Wazapp Migrator. But iTunes creating a 167GB+ backup of 128GB iPhone?

Hey guys, I'm looking for some tech help..! TLDR: Objective: Migrate WhatsApp Chat history from iPhone 6 Plus 128GB (77GB used) to Android (Xiaomi Poco X3 NFC) Found Wazzap Migrator - …

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8GB/256GB 4G LTE - $1480 Delivered @ BecexTech via Kogan

expired Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8GB/256GB 4G LTE - $1480 Delivered @ BecexTech via Kogan

Black, Gold and Purple are available at this price, so I have not linked to one specific colour. I haven't shopped from Kogan in a long while and I notice that the after clicking on one of the …

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[NSW] Earn 40% LVN Cashback (Cap at $15/Transaction) @ Ho Jiak Strathfield/Haymarket via Liven App

expired [NSW] Earn 40% LVN Cashback (Cap at $15/Transaction) @ Ho Jiak Strathfield/Haymarket via Liven App

The link I shared is not the actual link to the deal - but I could not find an actual link. This was sent to me by email. Apologies it was not posted yesterday - only saw it today, but it was valid …

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Pokefi (HK) Wi-Fi Modem w/ 5GB Pre-loaded for 60+ Countries - ~$175/211/234 (HK Tsuen Wan Office/HKIA/Online); Top Up ~$21/5GB

expired Pokefi (HK) Wi-Fi Modem w/ 5GB Pre-loaded for 60+ Countries - ~$175/211/234 (HK Tsuen Wan Office/HKIA/Online); Top Up ~$21/5GB

There's a lot of info I'm trying to pack into the title but I can't fit it all, so I'll have to elaborate here. I did not put the HKD amounts in the title as there was no space, …

StarHub

StarHub Data Plans Have Increased in Price

I posted this as a comment here but thought it was worthy of its own post as I feel there are quite a number of us that use this here. Copy and paste of my comment: Some slightly negative …

Alternatives to Skype for Making Regular Calls?

I'm wanting to find an alternative to Skype (that is obviously cheaper but still reliable - we're on Ozbargain after all :D) for making regular calls. Skype is obviously hugely popular and …

Comparison of Withdrawals from Macquarie, Citibank and ING Accounts

So I posted this as a comment but thought it might be more useful as an individual post to generate discussion and for others to share their experiences using the cards. I was recently in Taiwan and …

Pokefi or other WiFi Modems as alternatives to StarHub Happy Prepaid/Roam?

I've got a friend who was telling me about how he's been using Pokefi. He managed to get it for a one-off fee of ~$700 HKD (~$120) including 5GB of data with no expiry for use in 60+ …

Moving to Singapore - Any Tips?

Ozbargain friends, I posted this over on Cheapcheaplah but understandably as it's not as popular/active, I didn't get too many responses. I'll copy and paste almost exactly what I …

American Express

AMEX Melbourne Lounge to Open on March 27

So I think Melbournians have been waiting for this for a while and I'm sure this is good news to many. AMEX are finally adding to the solitary Sydney AMEX lounge by opening a Melbourne AMEX …

Real Estate Agent (for Selling a Property) in Inner West Sydney?

May not be the best place to ask but I like you guys.. Can anyone recommend a Real Estate/Property Agent in Inner West Sydney area (Strathfield/Burwood)? Looking at this from the perspective of …

Nexus/Pixel of Laptops? Microsoft Surface I assume?

Is there a Nexus/Pixel equivalent for laptops? i.e. "clean Microsoft" experience with no bloat? I assume the closest would be the Surface series? Surface Pro, Surface Book, Surface Laptop …

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 has actually already been released

We love Xiaomi devices on Ozbargain, particularly the Redmi Note 4. By this logic, I assume the Redmi Note 5 is probably a hotly anticipated device here. There have also been a few references to a …

The Good Guys

The Good Guys Website - Sort by Lowest to Highest? (Trying To Use Concierge Credit)

I'm trying to see if there's a way to sort on The Good Guys website by cheapest to most expensive. I've got $20 concierge credit that I need to use up by the weekend, else I might …

Which Seller to Purchase from for Grey Import (from a Warranty Perspective)? Looking for Galaxy Note 8 (Dual SIM)

I've heard QD has pretty good after sales support, despite being grey import? What about DWI, Shopmonk? Also looking for relatively quick delivery (by Dec 9) but that might be hoping for too …

Must Have Android Apps?

This has been posted up before, but not in a while. I've also googled this and found some pretty good stuff, such as this comment and this comment (both comments by the same user). I posted …

Seeking Assistance with Tax Situation (I Haven't Lodged My FY16/17 Return!) - Multitude of Questions

The deadline for tax returns for FY 2016-17 just passed. Me being lazy me have left it until now and I still have not lodged my tax return. I hate tax and find it so uninteresting, boring. It seems …

BP Australia

[SYD] Can you top up an Opal Card with a BP Gift Card @ BP?

Got some Gift Cards that I have expiring some time soon and was wondering if anyone else has tried this? I would imagine it would be fine but just thought I'd seek confirmation from anyone who …

How Do I Install LineageOS and Google HDR Modded Camera on Xiaomi Redmi Note 4X?

Hi all, Purpose of this post: For me to clarify some of the problems I'm having and get some help For others to use this as a point of reference if they are going through the same process and …

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No Foreign Transaction Fees (i.e. Use ANY Mastercard/Visa & Avoid Foreign Transaction Fees) via DiviPay Virtual Mastercard

expired No Foreign Transaction Fees (i.e. Use ANY Mastercard/Visa & Avoid Foreign Transaction Fees) via DiviPay Virtual Mastercard

This is an ongoing benefit with no specific end date. The waiver of forex fees is an ongoing benefit. However, there will be a 2% funding fee charged in the future (after the beta period) as per …

Got fined while browsing OzBargain on Pitt St, Sydney

Yep, you read that right! Ok, let me be clearer. Apologies for the clickbait title, although it is factually not incorrect! I was browsing Ozbargain on Pitt St, Sydney, whilst in the drivers seat …

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Xiaomi Air 12 Laptop - 4GB RAM/128GB SSD (US$489.99/~$614AUD) @ GearBest

expired Xiaomi Air 12 Laptop - 4GB RAM/128GB SSD (US$489.99/~$614AUD) @ GearBest

NEWMIAIR12

Popular Xiaomi Air 12 laptop for a great price. Specs: Microsoft Windows 10 Home Chinese Version 7th Generation Intel Core m3-7Y30 Processor Dual Core 1.0GHz, up to 2.6GHz 12.5 inch FHD IPS Screen …

Advantage of buying Xiaomi product at official Xiaomi store in China?

Hey guys, Currently in China and at a Xiaomi store. Have been looking at getting a Xiaomi Redmi Note 4x for some time but have held of due to rationally thinking that I don't need a new phone …

Value for money Dishwasher?

Need to get a replacement dishwasher for my investment property. I know the dimensions, but what I'm a little confused about is.. What happens if I buy a dishwasher which has dimensions slightly …

Sending a Computer Keyboard from NSW to QLD

What's the cheapest way to ship a keyboard from NSW to QLD? I've enquired only at AusPost so far and it seems like it'll either be $14.40 or $15.50 depending on whether it all comes …

Return to Mainland China permit (Home Return Permit) for Hong Kong Permanent Residents

Looking at travelling China some time in late June, and am aware of the existence of a "Return to Mainland China permit" which is for certain eligible HK residents. Wikipedia article …

Singapore Airlines

Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer to change redemption rates from March 23 2017

Official Announcement This is fairly big news for point geeks that use Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer as one of their primary programs. When is Asia Miles gonna follow suit? It's gonna suck when …

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FREE Grab Rides in Major Malaysian Cities (Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Melaka, Johor Bahru, Kota Kinabalu)

expired FREE Grab Rides in Major Malaysian Cities (Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Melaka, Johor Bahru, Kota Kinabalu)

ZEROFARE

Only free for fares displayed as RM7 (~$2.30 AUD) or below So I had a feeling that Grab might fight back and they have indeed chosen to fight back. Unlike the Uber promo, this applies to several …

Taking Advantage of Overseas Deals/Bargains (for local consumption)?

Has anyone got any overseas deals that they've been able to take advantage locally that they'd be willing to share? I'm not referring to overseas Amazon deals I'm just curious …

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Woolworths WISH eGift Cards 5.25% off @ Cashrewards

expired Woolworths WISH eGift Cards 5.25% off @ Cashrewards

I recall one of the recent deals expired earlier than the specified expiry date/time, so don't leave it too long! Don't think these need an introduction here, but in case anyone is new to …

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Oral B Dental Floss - Half Price (25m Satin - $2, 50m - $2, 100m - $2.97) @ Woolworths

expired Oral B Dental Floss - Half Price (25m Satin - $2, 50m - $2, 100m - $2.97) @ Woolworths

Previous floss discussion Last time it was posted at this price in March 2016 Just spotted this at Woolworths Burwood Westfield NSW. I would imagine this is Nationwide because it's listed on …

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Cadbury Sharepacks Chocolate (Cherry Ripe, Picnic, Turkish Delight, Dairy Milk) ½ Price - $2.30 @ Big W (Nationwide?)

expired Cadbury Sharepacks Chocolate (Cherry Ripe, Picnic, Turkish Delight, Dairy Milk) ½ Price - $2.30 @ Big W (Nationwide?)

Sorry, I didn't take a photo of the actual price tags (I should have) and I couldn't find this mentioned in the catalogue, but it didn't seem like it was a store specific …

Curtains/Blinds, Insect Screen, Painting, Flooring - prices/quotes/best practices? Airtasker?

I'm located in Sydney and am looking at getting the stuff in subject done to an investment property. Wondering if any of you have any recommendations as to where to go, best practices, …

How Do You Dispose of (or Even Resell?) an Old Computer/Hard Drive?

Looking to get rid of an old desktop for which the hard drive has died. I think I can probably "revive" it (the desktop) by installing a new hard drive but I'm planning to just chuck …

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Jetstar MasterCards - Complimentary Domestic One-Way/Return Flight ($69/$169 Annual Fee), 1% or 2% Cashback as "Jetstar Dollars"

expired Jetstar MasterCards - Complimentary Domestic One-Way/Return Flight ($69/$169 Annual Fee), 1% or 2% Cashback as "Jetstar Dollars"

I stumbled upon this a few days ago while browsing the Jetstar Credit Cards and noticed we have yet another Credit Card offered in the Australian market to include a complimentary domestic flight. At …

SquareSpace vs Wix vs Weebly vs Wordpress vs Jimdo?

Have any of you here used a combination or a few of these website building platforms? I've had a read of some of the comparison articles on Website Builder Expert like this and this, and I can …

ING

New ING Direct Credit Card

So I received an email earlier tonight from ING informing me that there will be a new ING Credit Card. I was really excited because ING have been really good on Ozbargain with their 5%, then 2% …

Virgin Australia

What's the cheapest thing that can be purchased on Virgin Australia?

Trying to see if I can reach the spend threshold for a targeted Virgin Australia AMEX Statement Credit (spend $150 get $30 back). I'm about $10 short, so I might as well spend $10 to save $30 …

American Express

AMEX Platinum Edge replaces Free Domestic Flight with $200 Travel Credit

This is an interesting change. Existing cardholders unaffected Applicable to new applicants as of today (I think?) For a lot of us Ozbargainers who sell the flight, it's not good news as we …

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50% off "Grand Opening Weekend" at Chat Thai @ Gateway [Circular Quay, NSW]

expired 50% off "Grand Opening Weekend" at Chat Thai @ Gateway [Circular Quay, NSW]

Spotted this poster at Chat Thai, Westfield Pitt St. 50% off everything at Chat Thai for their "grand opening weekend" at Gateway Circular Quay this coming weekend from 10am-10pm. This is …

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Yan Yan Meiji Vanilla (Asian Snack) - $0.30 @ Coles [Burwood, NSW only?]

expired Yan Yan Meiji Vanilla (Asian Snack) - $0.30 @ Coles [Burwood, NSW only?]

Asian snack that some of us Asians (honkies?) here might be familiar with? This was seen at Burwood NSW Coles earlier today and there were about 15 left on the shelf. Not sure if it's available …

American Express

Virgin Australia lounge passes from AMEX - eligibility?

Has anyone used the Virgin Australia lounge passes included as part of this card? What's the eligibility? I'm a little confused because I was told by a VA lounge staff that this can be …

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$40 My Prepaid Ultimate for $20 - 5GB, Unltd Calls/Text/Mms, Unltd Calls to Selected Countries, Unltd Music Streaming @ Optus

expired $40 My Prepaid Ultimate for $20 - 5GB, Unltd Calls/Text/Mms, Unltd Calls to Selected Countries, Unltd Music Streaming @ Optus

Same deal as here. I can't put the expiry time but it appears to expire at 6pm Sydney time 1 August 2016. It seems the 1GB bonus data offer ended 31 July 2016 (just over an hour ago). I have a …