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Member Since | 11/06/2010 |
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SydStrand replied to
The1Warden on Apple iPad 11" A16 128GB Wi-Fi (Silver Only) $479 Delivered @ Hub by Triforce ($455.05 Price Beat @ Officeworks)

It's apparently a [trend](https://www.ozbargain.com.au/comment/16648061/redir)

SydStrand replied to
kaybrr on Got a New Phone Number. Should I Introduce Myself to My New 'number Neighbours'?

Well it's lame. Stop trying to make it happen.

> I think the situation helps if you have a trade in vehicle because they can fudge the figures a bit more. I don't know if that's how i…

Did the state government specifically promise WA would be paying out the rebate? If not, they haven't broken any promise. You're still…

No, they're both for [batteries.](https://www.solarquotes.com.au/battery-storage/federal-rebate/)

No? Just bite the bullet. The $65 is a rounding error vs what you'll wind up spending there.

Bulletproof blender and potential BIFL. The base is solid as a rock, it's overpowered af, and I've used it at least 3-4 times a week for…

Why not skip a few steps and buy yourself an out-of-warranty Land Rover? About as sensible.

I did it once for an Apple TV. First store refused because of this unofficial Costco 'membership' policy, second one beat them, but got the…

So, what is your definition of 'living **reasonably** well,' just so we know what you reasonable luxuries you can't live without squeezing…

You can *absolutely* afford to live off the aged-care pension if you own your house outright. $1100 per fortnight? I survived on half that…

Literally never done a 'clean install' once on an iOS device.

SydStrand commented on Driver Almost Takes Our Car Door off - Says We're at Fault and Won't Answer Calls
> We’re only covered for third party. Well. Unless you have video footage, you're SoL. You've seen enough insurance posts here to know…

SydStrand commented on What's Considered The Best Hoisin Sauce?
'Tung Chun' hoi sin is by far the most popular one in Vietnamese restaurants.

SydStrand replied to
liam2040 on [Pre Order] LEGO The Simpsons: Krusty Burger & Get Gift with Purchase: LEGO The Simpsons Living Room $329.99 @ LEGO Store

Who knows, the previous Simpsons licensed sets weren't widely available and had relatively short runs. I bought both Simpsons House 71006…

SydStrand commented on How Much Do You Actually Need to Retire in Aus
Do you own your house outright? That's the biggest factor. If you do, you can live reasonably well, even on aged-care pension and some…

SydStrand replied to
Emphasise on Polypropylene Training Katana $32 (Was $39.99) Delivered (20% off) @ Wilora

Need to gain another 50lb and a neckbeard, too

Before the recent announced changes, I would have agreed with you. With rebates, you can now get a 13.5kWh for $0 out of pocket (or close…

SydStrand commented on Hammered: Inside the Bunnings Machine
Always found it a bit strange how much everyone kicks up a fuss about the Colesworth duopoly, while turning a blind eye to Bunnings. For…

SydStrand commented on Xbox X Expansion etc
Unfortunately, proprietary storage = high price, since there's no competition among manufacturers; this used to be a real problem for Sony…

SydStrand commented on Jetstar: Bali Return from PER $271, DRW $281, MEL $371, ADL $422, Gold Coast $424, BNE $443, SYD $458 @ Beat That Flight
Good deal, but that Jetstar Denpasar route is a traveling zoo.

SydStrand replied to
easternculture on 2025 Jeep Avenger Longitude Electric $40,000 Drive Away (Save up to $16,000) @ Jeep Australia

Too small for a school pickup. Saw this on display and it's a Tonka truck.

Stainless steel has a bit of a learning curve, but once you know the temperature you can start at by feel, sight, or your specific hob…

If OP ever uses a cattery, travels with them, etc., they will need to be vaccinated.

Doubt it. I've price-matched Costco before with an Apple TV, but I had to try a couple of OW stores before I got a guy who just wanted to…

SydStrand replied to
Danielj on Salomon Men's Speedcross 5 GTX Trail Running and Hiking Shoes (Lemon) $127.49 Delivered (51% off RRP) @ Amazon AU

You like saying 'Gore Tex,' don't you?

SydStrand replied to
Lizard Spock on Meross Smart Garage Door Opener Remote (Homekit Compatible) $53.96 + Delivery ($0 Prime/ $59 Spend) @ Shuzu-AU Amazon AU

I just installed last weekend and it needs PIN to open via Assistant/Google Home. Is there a way around this?

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Logicurls on Ubiquiti UniFi Dream Router 7 (Wi-Fi 7 Tri-Band) $559 (Was $629) Delivered ($0 VIC, NSW, SA C&C) @ Centre Com

Between you and old mate who doesn't know the difference between a modem and router, I really don't understand these comments... From the…

SydStrand replied to
Wiadro on Ubiquiti UniFi Dream Router 7 (Wi-Fi 7 Tri-Band) $559 (Was $629) Delivered ($0 VIC, NSW, SA C&C) @ Centre Com

It's not a modem...

Is a Seiko your luxury good?
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