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poll Crushed by Car - Not Badly Injured

I parked my car and jumped out the drivers door. The guy next to me started pulling out, didn't realise I'd parked there, scraped the side of my car and crushed me against the door. …

Mindful Shopping and Mental Health

Recently I've gotten into meditation, mindfulness, and Buddhism. The Buddhist monk I visit talks about objects in the world having no inherent essence and our attitude toward them being merely …

Tree Feller Probably Broke a Roof Tile Caused Water Staining on Ceiling

I had a tree feller lop some branches from a tree hanging over the boundary. I was WFH at the time and did hear a few bumps on the roof. After the last big rain there is now a considerable amount of …

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expired Anker Soundcore Motion+ $79.99 Shipped @ Ankerdirect via Amazon AU

Anker Soundcore Motion+ notified via camels at $109, and then extra $30 voucher available via checkbox. Brings it down to $79.99.

4x4 Like Isuzu MU-X, Ford Everest, Mitsubish Pajero Sport

Please recommend a 4x4 for me - I have not owned one before. I will tow an offroad camper (1500kg). If you know of any bargains of tips that would also be appreciated.

Robot Window Cleaner

Has anyone got one of these? Which brand is recommended? Any good? Needs to work on glass balustrade and sliding doors as well.

DealExtreme

Umidigi Power 3 $206 @ DX.com

Dx.com have the umidigi power 3 available for pre-order for $206 (50% off). Any reason not to buy it?

Officeworks

Anyone Tried Price Matching eBay Memory Cards with Officeworks?

Shoppingexpress on eBay has Sandisk memory cards at half the price of Officeworks. Has anyone price matched at Officeworks?

eBay Australia

eBay Promotions - What Happened Last Year?

Can anyone remember what happened last year wrt 15-20% off sales on eBay at Christmas time. They seem to be pretty quiet with their promotions at the moment. Did they have a sale in the busy period …

NBN WTF?

NBN is available in my street from today (FTTN). I go to TPGs website, enter my address and receive this info: "Based on information provided by nbn™, the estimated download sync speed you …

ALDI

poll Do You Pack Your Bags at The Checkout at ALDI?

What do you guys think of people who load their bags while at the checkout? I do this all the time and I can feel the hate - but I keep doing it. No one's ever told me to not do it.

3D Printer - Budget $500

Any recommendations for a 3D printer off of eBay that I could get if eBay has a 20% off everything. No more than $500. Thanks!

Cheap Oscilloscope or DSO

Anyone bought one of the cheapies off eBay or AliExpress that they would recommend? I bought a cheap DSO ages ago and it was shite. Requirements would be 5-20V input, 2Mhz BW and ideally <$100. …

Trade Wii U for Switch

I notice EB games will trade in your Wii U & games for credit on a Switch. I think a Wii U trades in at $100. They may give you a 30% credit bonus on accessories (maybe games) as well. Does …

Key Operated Deadlatch/Nightlatch That Works with an Electric Strike

I'm looking for a key operated (no levers) dead latch that will work with an electric strike on a timber door. I think this is what I want - but preferably cheaper …

Xiaomi Mi Pad 2 Advice

Considering buying one for my 7yo who 'wants an iPad', mainly for playing games. Would appreciate thoughts from 'the community'.

Kia Cerato MY16 Run-out $18,000

I talked the dealer down to $18,000 for auto with parking sensors. But I had the feeling he would have gone down further. And now I can't shake that feeling. Do you think $18,000 is a good …

Kogan

Kogan Dick Smith Gift Card Swap UNEXPIRED

On Kogan's website it says the Dick Smith card swap is extended out until June 2016. Has anyone sent in a gift card and got Kogan $$$? How long did it take and what format did the cash come in? …

Dick Smith / Kogan

Dick Smith Gift Cards - If Going Into Liquidation

If Dick Smith go into liquidation will they still honour gift cards in their shop fronts? Should I spend them now or try and get a 'closing down' bargain in a couple of months time?

Extension Ladder 4.5-5.5m

Looking for an extension ladder used or new. nine. ten.

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Ozito Chainsaw $98.90 @ Bunnings Warehouse

expired Ozito Chainsaw $98.90 @ Bunnings Warehouse

This must be the best $98.90 I've ever spent at Bunnings. * My first chainsaw. * Cuts through wood like butter. * A bargain even if it never works again. * Or maybe chainsaws are just …

eBay Australia

eBay Click and Collect Voucher

Has anyone got their click and collect $100/$50 voucher yet? Are they due to be in our accounts on 1/11?

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Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 $275.25 Delivered @ Dick Smith ($250.23 after 10% Extra Value DSE Gift Card)

expired Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 $275.25 Delivered @ Dick Smith ($250.23 after 10% Extra Value DSE Gift Card)

If you go to Coles and buy the 10% bonus value DSE gift cards you can get the Galaxy Tab A 8.0 from DSE for $247.30 for today only. The knowledgable lady in Target recommended this over an iPad mini …

Moto G 3rd Gen in White - 16GB/2GB

Can anyone find me one please as Kogan has sold out. Update: looking for 16GB version

iPhone 5 or 5S Certified Pre-Owned

Don't want to pay full price. Does anyone have experience with certified pre-owned (CPO)? Needs to be 64gb but would consider iPhone 5. How does iPhone 5s compare with iPhone 5? It looks like …

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Acer Windows 8.1 Tablet 32GB 2GB $99 @ MSY

expired Acer Windows 8.1 Tablet 32GB 2GB $99 @ MSY

CPU: Intel Atom Quad-Core Z3740 1.33GHz (Turbo 1.86GHz) OS: Windows 8.1 64bit RAM: 2GB DDR3 Storage: 32GB Graphic: Integrated VGA Screen: 8” LED Multi-Touch Screen Expansion: Micro USB …

Info Regarding Running a Soft PBX on a VPS

Has anyone done this before? How is the call quality? Its for a small business call centre (4 employees).

Selling a House Privately and Doing My Own Conveyancing

If I sold my own house and did my own conveyancing, apart from this being a bad idea, where would the buyers deposit be stored if their was no "stakeholder"?

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Brother HL1110 $45 @ Officeworks

expired Brother HL1110 $45 @ Officeworks

Cheap Mono Laser. I went to buy ink for my inkjet but bought this instead. Print quality is OK (on Fine setting) and its fast. No wireless, but if you have a wireless router with USB printer support …

Kickstarter

[Expired] Destroy a Jeep for only $1*

Moved to Forum: Original Link Ever wished you could take part in a real game to destroy a $49,000 vehicle? Well your wish is now granted! Have you ever bought a product or service that has let you …

Home server: low/slim form factor PC case w/ 6 hard drive bays

I have run out of space on my 1tb RAID1 array and want to move to 2tb, currently I'm thinking to go to RAID10 with 4x1tb drives. I also need a motherboard with 6x SATA (softwre RAID is …

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Fruit Mince Pies $0.20 for a 6 Pack at Coles Woden

expired Fruit Mince Pies $0.20 for a 6 Pack at Coles Woden

Assorted Christmas foods at low prices. Christmas cake $1 etc.

Buying Nexus 7 2013 for Xmas - timing?

I want to buy a Nexus 7 2013 for a Christmas present. Do you think there will be any sale prices before Christmas? I could buy it now off of Amazon for about $230AUD.

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$3 for a 22-Page 6x8" Soft Cover Photo Book. 70% off at BIGW

expired $3 for a 22-Page 6x8" Soft Cover Photo Book. 70% off at BIGW

From the promo: Create a personalised soft cover photo book, 22 pages for just $3* Buy as many as you like!

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Sony A57 + Twin Lenses Back in Stock at GraysOnline $599 + $19.95 Shipping

expired Sony A57 + Twin Lenses Back in Stock at GraysOnline $599 + $19.95 Shipping

The item from this post http://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/115353 is back in stock. I regret (ha!) missing out last time, so I reposted it here in case anyone feels the same.

Sony Liveview or Smartwatch

Hi Ozbargainers, I am looking for a smartwatch to control an Android mediaplayer. The Sony Liveview looks OK forabout $70, or you can get the Sony Smartwatch for about $108 on eBay.

Dell Inspiron 15R Special Edition $999 - Opinion?

I need to get a replacement laptop soon. Does anyone have any opinion on Dell? I am looking at this one for $999: * 1920x1080 screen * 8GB RAM * 1TB hard disk + 32 GB cache

Kogan

Kogan Microwave emits more power than you supply it

Was looking for a microwave and discovered this cheap Kogan beauty that will generate more power than you put in (check product specs if link doesnt work).

Micro HIFI with Bluetooth streaming, iPod dock (charging) and DAB

I guess it should also sound good. And have two-way separate speakers. This seems to be the closest/cheapest: http://www.jbhifi.com.au/home-theatre/sherwood/50-watt-micro-hifi-system-sku-90051/

Officeworks

Philips Digital Wireless Headphones $99 from Officeworks - Good price?

http://www.officeworks.com.au/retail/products/Technology/Audio/Headphones/Wireless-Headphones/PHSHD8600 Not really a bargain though. Should I buy them?

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HIS Radeon 7870 2GB IceQ $199 + Shipping

expired HIS Radeon 7870 2GB IceQ $199 + Shipping

Mid-range video card that is at a good price. I wonder what's wrong with it? I also had to upgrade most of my PC to use this card so not quite a bargain for me.

Best Price or Deal on a PlayStation 3?

Bought a new TV and want a bluray player for it. Think I want to get a PS3. Crazysales has the 160GB for $306. Do I need a 320gb?

PandaWill

Rii Mini Wireless 2.4GHz Keyboard with Trackpad $19.49 Free Shipping from Pandawill

Always wanted one of these but thought $40 was too much. Then saw on pandawill happy hour (http://www.pandawill.com/) they had these for $19.49.

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Linksys E1200 Wireless-N Router $25 after Cash Back + Free Shipping

expired Linksys E1200 Wireless-N Router $25 after Cash Back + Free Shipping

Megabuy's junk email claims $25 after cash back. Costs $55 to buy. Single band 2.4Ghz 300Mbit, 4x 10/100 LAN ports.

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32GB USB Flash Drive $19.95 + $2.95 Shipping

expired 32GB USB Flash Drive $19.95 + $2.95 Shipping

Its Megabuy, on facebook, with a 32GB Flash Drive for $19.95. + $2.95 shipping

Haircut in Woden, ACT

Where can I get a cheap haircut? Maybe the government needs a 'Haircut Watch' website.

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Aldi 23.6" LED Monitor - $129 (Reduced from $179)

expired Aldi 23.6" LED Monitor - $129 (Reduced from $179)

Looks like TV/monitor prices are falling through the floor. This one is on sale at Aldi Tuggeranong - not sure if other stores have it.

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Domino's Erindale (ACT) - $3.95 Pizzas Sat 3rd & Sun 4th 10am -  6pm

expired Domino's Erindale (ACT) - $3.95 Pizzas Sat 3rd & Sun 4th 10am - 6pm

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Customer Appreciation Weekend at Domino's Erindale (ACT) $3.95 Traditional or Value Range Large Pizzas, Classic Crust & Pick up only Premium range +$2.95