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You may find the following tips helpful. Use a bowl in the sink when washing fruit, vegetables or dishes. You can then use the waste water to water your plants. Fill a jug with water and put it in the fridge for when you want a cool drink. Turn off the tap when you clean your teeth. A running tap uses up to nine litres of water a minute. If possible, take a shower instead of a bath. A five-minute shower uses about 40 litres of water. This is about...
TERRIE K
I do most of these now but I'm just wondering what a Water Butt is. We have 3 rainwater tanks and use that to give fresh water to my birds and to water the garden.
Apr 14, 22
Just watching their vids, listening to their music and feeling sad for the loss of their drummer. Rock life- live hard and in this case dying too young.
Mopos
Yes, a fan, Taylor new exactly what he was doing taking a cocktail of drugs, a step too far this time and lost, another great talent gone way too early, very sad indeed!
Mar 31, 22

How many people now do their hair at home rather than go to a Hairdresser? What do you do to your hair and how often? Do you ever relent and go to the stylist for help, when do you know it's time? I need stories!
Maria B 89860
I have been cutting/shaping my own hair now for years, mainly because it save me money .. there's a pile of hair money somewhere which I've yet to find!!!
Feb 11, 22

Many may think: Well, that's what a first date is, but what I mean is, if you were sitting alone and another was sitting alone at a restaurant, would you accept the offer (or make the offer) to eat with them? Or, would you even dine alone in the first place?
Bill B 394870
I guess its a good way to meet people but ive always found it somewhat terrifying eating alone in a restaurant and avoid it.
Feb 08, 22

What is your preferred destination for a holiday and has this changed since COVID? I used to go to the snow every year, this wasn't possible for the last two years due to lockdowns in Australia, but since COVID, I'd rather spend time holidaying with family and friends.
marni k
I'm going to go for something a little different. I would love to holiday in Ireland and spend some time on their wild, windy and cold moors and glens. Who wants to join me? Heehehe
Jan 30, 22
What is the most beautiful song you have heard and what song gets you pumped every time it comes on.
I really like The Prayer. There are so many different versions on Youtube, from the best artists in the world which I often revert to when I want to take a break from Rewardia. Madonna's La Isla Bonita has a wonderful beat. I feel like jumping up and dancing every time I hear it.
Lyn 78550
Hallelujah..k.d. Lang or Pentatonix, and also
Cover Me In Sunshine..Pink and her daughter Willow Sage.. I also love The Prayer..which has, as you say Elizabeth, been sung by so many different people.
Nov 28, 21

While working in a factory a few years ago, had spare time on my hands, too keep myself busy I would go wipe down benches wash dishes etc. One particular day I did the dishes scrubbed some of them as the cups were filthy, the owner of one of these cups hit the roof as he believed that tea tastes better from a dirty cup, so what do you think?
Larry S 382961
I worked as a school cleaner. One staff room has a sign over the sink.” This is a self cleaning area,you mess it you clean it”.
Oct 02, 21
The title says it all
APB
We are all totally sick of discussion pages about covid...we are also totally sick about hearing about and dealing with covid...these things are at least contributing to our poor health and inability to cope...and you personally Edward should find something else to talk about...it was tiresome a couple of weeks ago and now it is far worse...we need to embrace the present, concentrate on the positives and look forward to a better future...your above comments are pure poison...sorry mate...but think about what you are saying
...people are killing themselves...and they don't need any help into descending into depression....
Sep 12, 21

You have plans for the upcoming weekend and have asked your sibling or close family member to watch your children, 2 under 4 years old. Do you pay the person given that when asking there was no mention of payment and it only being for 3 hours?
Maria B 89860
Labour of love is not a chore. It's like cooking and doing other things for your family or extended family and is acknowledge and thanked in a Birthday or Special Occasion cards. But neither is it forgotten as the children grow to an understanding age they are taught to return the kindness by being helpful to these caring people in as they get older .. mow their lawn and other such things.
Sep 12, 21

When I shop at specific Walmart stores, not all are bad as claimed. I ve been to the upscale ones that are in the neighborhoods of famous American football players and Basketball players, and they look like a mall. Anyway, I noticed that many of those working there don t want to help assist us. I try not to take up much of their time and I thank them multiple times and be courteous, even when they aren t. It does seem to help them and many behave nicer afterwards. What do...
Frank N
I tend to think that the atmosphere and staff culture of a store is set by senior management, although staff who are overworked and underpaid will react to that also.
Sep 11, 21

I think they should record people doing 10 kilometers or more under the speed limit as well. These people are just as likely to cause accidents as speeders.
Margaret C 68385
Whilst I stick to the speed limit and I am considered "old" these days, I find it incredibly frustrating to be stuck behind someone on a go slow especially when they are doing 70 in a 110 zone with no extra lanes. This type of driving causes accidents due to frustration and particularly if you have a 3 trailer road train boring down on you! Mind you, having been a nurse for 40 years, I also know what damage speed can do to bodies.
Sep 02, 21
Which do you prefer your pet to be, Male or female? Which is easier to look after? Would like to read your opinions.
Joe B 288252
I like to have cats and I always get females. They interact differently to the males and I find it easier to communicate with them….just waiting for my new Ragdolls to be born…lol
Aug 12, 21

Do you plan on making any home improvements? If so what and do you plan on doing it yourself or hire someone to do it for you?
Roslyn A
I get too annoyed with tradies who don't seem to care much about how they do it - I do as much as possible myself and I have become very professional
Aug 03, 21

Has anyone had any type of account hacked before? We had our Netflix hacked recently, they hacked it and watched few movies and TV shows. If you were hacked what did you do besides change password
Diana A 392333
Both my and my husband's credit card were hacked and instead of doing nothing but cancel the card and have a new one sent out and my money reimbursed by the credit card company. I went on a mission to find out who it was. To cut a long story short, I contacted the merchants and found out the name, address, phone number and e-mail addresses of the two perpetrators and handed it over to police (needless to say I also stopped the goods from being sent out). I then also contacted the local newspaper (The Mercury) and they printed an article on how I was able to track down the hackers, I also wanted to share valuable tips on how people can avoid this from happening to them from the info I got from police. The article was in yesterday's Mercury and took up almost a full page. I also noticed that The Telegraph had the article in digital version too. I urge others to make the effort to do the same, because if no one does anything, these people will know they can do it again and again and always get away with it!
Jul 03, 21

When you leave a partner and you have a pet is it appropriate / ideal to have shared custody?
LESLEY S 385154
I'm pleased to have never been put into this situation and never will. It is hard when your pet passes away so I think sharing would be as difficult as well. I think maybe for the pet let it decide.
May 12, 21

Do you use Cryptocurrency? Do you think the market for it is stable enough to incorporate saving for it into your budget? Or is Cryptocurrency a waste of time in your opinion?
judy W 15921
Us oldies haven't a clue what that's all about most of us are still trying to work out how to use a mobile. I prefer to pay cash ar paypal
Apr 25, 21

Hocking one's belongings is not ideal obviously. But it's an option if you're broke, struggling, an artist or living paycheck to paycheck. I certainly don't judge people who do it. What are your thoughts on pawn shops and the people who use them?
BLACK LIVES MATTER
I don't get attached to things (I get attached to people)! At this point in my life - I never had to hocked ANYTHING (I never had to use a pawn shop) - hopeful, this trend will continue until the day I die! It goes without saying, I don't judge people who do use pawnshops, however - I judge pawn shop owners (since the the majority of pawnshops are located in the poorest section of a city)!
Nov 08, 20

Within a very limited budget and wanting to do my bit, it is easy in small ways. Composting food waste, don t chuck it in the bin, take your soft plastics to Coles, they recycle it for you. You can put all you garden waste on the garden, just put it on top and let it dry out, you can buy Bioplastcs now in snack bags, sandwich bags and bin liners, wait until they are on special at Woolies or Coles. If you haven t the finances for Solar or Water Tanks, these are just...
Dang Ling-bits.
I find if I drink about 20 beers and then follow it up with Honey Bourbon, a few cocktails and a shot or two of Sambuca it tends to make me turn green.
Jan 06, 21

My partner really wants an Xbox and expects me to help pay for it. I tried to explain to him that I shouldn't have to help pay for his console since I won't be using it myself, although he believes I should help since his last one smashed due to us having an argument. He has asked me nicely, but I know it's all part of the act, at the moment I'm not to sure what to do since Christmas is coming up and who wouldn't buy their loved ones something they really want? What would...
Edith v
He sounds very selfish .I would be looking for a new boyfriend. Part of the Christmas spirit is to give what you can afford & give it with love.A surprise is good fun. Of course he's asked nicely & you are a wake up to the "act" bye the way has he said what he is buying you for a gift . I'd be looking for a more sincere man & give him his marching orders
Dec 10, 20

Once upon a time, I used to think napping was for lazy people. But now I've discovered a nap can actually improve my productivity. Are you a napper? If so, how long do you nap for and why?
Judy CH
I don't probably couldn't as people down the Road have dogs that bark nearly all day, but I have a sister 2 years younger than me that stays up nearly all night watching stupid movies then goe's to bed for a while, gets up to get the grandchildren off to school and goes takes sleeping pills and has another couple of hours, gets up at lunch time then more sleeping pills about 4 pm and up about 6.30!. I don't have much to do with her now she's so stupid!.
Dec 06, 20

They seem to either a). dial down their dreams in front of others in fear of what they might think or b). Disguise their aspirations with humour. Both are gutless, don't you think? When you have a dream, you should stand in your power. Dreaming small serves no-one!
Margaret S 462428
I was brought up to believe not everyone will be pleased for whatever I do or have. I have learnt to be a little careful how loud I shout from the roof tops and tend to keep it within my immediate family and friends. It does not however stop me from going after any dream I may have and I have many. Dreams do come true!!
Nov 28, 20

There is so much to be learnt from the elderly. They've lived through wars and journeyed through struggles we couldn't even comprehend. Yet they are almost dismissed by society. It really annoys me.
Simone S 316632
When you're elderly, you either become invisible or an irritation. Younger people (and I include those well into their 40's even) become impatient with older people who are stuggling physically. I've seen it at supermarket check-outs all the time, the operator will whizz all the groceries through while the elderly person tries to keep up, then when the elder fumbles around trying to pay, those standing in line start sighing with impatience. I've even seen in family situations, the younger generations laughing or mocking their elders when they are trying to participate in a conversation. The whole 'ok boomer' tagline is the new "you wouldn't understand becuase you are not a parent' putdown that people who don't want to listen use. Elderly people deserve far more respect and patience than what they currently get.
Nov 25, 20

I never saw the appeal of Ken myself. And my Barbie dolls never played with him. I think Barbie should kick Ken to the curb. Do you?
Bugalugs
This is the sort of topic which would be of interest to a certain childish US president who just lost the election and baby did not like it!
Nov 25, 20

I'm not an anti-monarchist by any stretch of the imagination but I don't follow Harry and Meghan's Instagram like some people do.
Katzeye
I don't follow them at all or any celebrities for that matter,more important things to do with my spare time.
Oct 01, 20

I mean, first we were told they were bad for us and high in cholesterol. Then we were told they were good for us with high-quality protein. Then we were told they were bad for us again. What is the actual verdict on the nutrition of eggs? Does anybody actually know?
Pato Lo Duck
Eggs are high in cholesterol, but it is good cholesterol and as such eggs are good for you. On the other hand, pairing them with bacon is bad, because bacon is bad for you on a number of fronts. But bacon tastes so good...
Sep 18, 20

If you had to choose between Smarties and M&Ms, which would you favour?
APB
I love these deep philosophical debates ...I would only eat either of them if it was the last food source on Earth and I hadn't eaten in a few days...
Oct 11, 20

I could think of nothing worse than spending my days liking and sharing posts on social media. I don't care about a photo of my mate's lunch. Life is short. Who wants to take their last breath scrolling and swiping? Not me
Sabine V
lt's pretty sad that people count the stranger they share the life's with as friends. lt must be lonely
Oct 06, 20

Economists say that the future could possibly be cashless. But it could be problematic for low-income individuals. Do you think this would work or not ? If so, why?
Bugalugs
I already almost entirely do. I am no techno genius, nerd or particularly "modern" but I find I can manage my money better, I pay all my bills electronically (is that "digitally"?), have numerous accounts (with the same bank) and divide my income between them for specific reasons (Utilities, phone, rates etc.) so the money is always there when a bill is due. All my grocery buying is done using a Debit card.
Sep 22, 20

Most of my friends get fake tans, it's the safer option. But I love sunbaking. I know that it can cause skin cancer, I know that it can cause premature ageing but that doesn't remove my love for it. There is something revitalizing about the sun beating down and penetrating your skin
Bugalugs
I tyan very easily - thanks to my Indian Heritage all mixed ip with my Irish-Spanish blood. As my Dad used to say: I am a real mongrel!
Aug 04, 20

4 sheets ready rolled puff pastry 1 tbsp milk 1 egg 1 kg mince 1 brown onion, finely chopped 1 medium carrot, coarsely grated 3 cloves garlic, crushed 2 tbsp tomato sauce 1/4 cup (60ml) Worcestershire sauce. If you are an Australian add a tablespoon of Vegemite. For those with a seafood allergy, keep in mind that Worcestershire sauce comes from anchovies. Mix milk and egg together, keep separate. Mix rest of ingredients together, lay out pastry, spoon...
Liane H
Oh yay Mike says it's winner ! But did you tell him it's chicken mince?
(Nice tip on the Wc sauce ) \ud83d\udc4d \ud83d\ude42
Feb 10, 26
I love the Bingo game on here. Do you think it should be expanded into different levels, like full card, 4 corners and a line, inside corner, outside corner, X etc. I would love to be able to go up a level for more points with each new attempt.
Chosen
I think they should change the name from Bingo to Boring. Yawwwwwwwn. Zzzzzzzzzzz.......... and how does everyone keep up with the sheer speed of the balls coming out....... just asking.
Dec 29, 25

This breakfast plate is simple, healthy, and balanced. It includes a soft omelette seasoned lightly with pepper and cooked with small pieces of onion for extra flavour. Fresh baby carrots add a nice crunch, while a handful of pistachios gives protein and healthy fats. A small slice of cheese adds richness to the plate, and the meal is completed with a refreshing glass of orange juice. Overall, it s a quick and nutritious morning meal.
BLACK LIVES MATTER
Hi Kamana. Easy to make! Healthy! Tasty! I will substitute cranberry juice for orange juice (orange juice is too sweet for me) Furthermore, I appreciate you submitting this breakfast idea. Bon Appetit!
Nov 25, 25
How does everyone go when you do a survey all the way through and then told you've screened out and only get minimal points or nothing for that survey?
Grommie
I get grumpy, I say rude words and Grommie quietly leaves the room with his tail between his legs. Not that I ever hit him., but he doesn't do grumpy well. I have to call him back, then he's all better and a smile appears...
Jul 04, 25
Having just paid, home and contents with the car insurance now due, why do premiums go up between 25% and 50% when I have not made any claims? Do they think I will just accept this and not look elsewhere? Is this happening to others? Why are they so greedy in times of high inflation? Why is there never an inquiry into this practice by insurance companies? Do they need a higher level of scrutiny and accountability? Tracing back some of the underwriters leads...
Janet H 854956
I would like to insure with Smith and Wesson so I could ensure I would have the cover I need. Insurance premiums are such a rort now.
Dec 10, 24

This is a dish that many people love. Sadly those who are not adventurous will refuse to try it and never realise what they are missing. It takes only a few minutes to prepare. Buy, steal or catch some FRESH tuna. When cleaned or unwrapped, put tuna in a bowl and pour oyster sauce on. Turn the fish from time to time for around 15 to 30 minutes to coat it with the sauce. Throw some sesame seeds into a frypan with a few drops of oil. The sesame seed...
allin3/24
sounds right up my alley Ron, tho I do prefer it raw, I like it blackened , I will now and this to my menu,, tx
Sep 08, 25

Very moorish and has a similar shortbread style base. The topping is made by keeping 1/3 of your mixture aside and adding one or 2 crushed Granola bars into it, along with a pinch of nutmeg. Or you can use a crunchy muesli bar. - Ingredients 170 gm butter (cold and cut into small cubes) 1/2 cup castor sugar 1+1/4 cups plain flour 1/4 cup Self Raising flour Tsp vanilla Pinch salt 1/2 large egg (beaten) or 1 nice small egg ! 4 good Tbsps apricot...
boy blunder
my missis just cooked some these I recon along with Impossible pie and Boston bun,, thought this was too good to be true till i got my hand slapped they are for kids recess nice bud are these your recipes you keep posting you some kind of MasterChef in waiting
Aug 11, 25

Do you hire professionals or do you DIY for home maintenance projects e.g. driveway cleaning, exterior home cleaning, painting etc?
Susan H 801435
We call my husband's son - who - is a gifted "jack of all trades" and take him out to dinner as a "thank you!"
Aug 07, 25

This is a very popular vegetarian snack food that is sold at street food carts in India. If you do not like chili, simply reduce quantity or leave it out of your preparation. Different herbs can be added to adjust flavour to your own liking. I have always used recipes as a general guide rather than being something that has to be followed exactly as written. oil 3 tbsp cumin seeds 1 tsp mustard seeds 1 tsp green chilli 3 (chopped) potatoes 600g (boiled & mashed) cumin...
Maria B 89860
Sounds like and anything goes recipe ... wipe out all you jars with a bit at the bottom with mashed potatoe, do the same with all the other jars just stirr in any of the cooked stuff and put it in withthe rest.
Jul 02, 25

Ingredients: 1 kg beef, cut into large cubes 600 g carrots, cut into chunks 6 potatoes, quartered 2 onions, sliced 125 g smoked bacon 1 tablespoon tomato paste Red wine (try not to drink it all first) 1 beef bouillon cube 20 cl water 2 tablespoons flour 30 g butter Parsley to taste Pinches of salt and pepper to taste. oil Preparation: To begin, brown the beef in a casserole dish with the butter and a drizzle of oil. Set aside. Then, brown...
BLACK LIVES MATTER
Hi Hugh Topia. I appreciate the time you took to share your recipe. You lost me at one kg of beef (I am a hard-core-vegetarian), and I am a recovering alcoholic for over forty-five years (I do not drink/sip alcoholic beverages under any circumstances)!
Jun 22, 25
Can anyone out there pass on any good hints to help save some extra cash in these days of poor economy. It is getting extra hard for pensioners to have enough money to buy enough groceries
NotFriedLikeMost
Eat more REAL food...fruits (organic, non-GMO), eggs, beef, sardines/fish.
Stop mindlessly buying THINGS.
I live off a VERY low income, but, I took the time to COMPLETELY reverse my lifestyle. Each month, after my rent is paid and my internet/TV is paid I then live off $85 for every 7 day period. I shop once a week, stick to my budget and eat little to no processed food garbage. I rarely even cook...only when I have steak 4 times a month. I am also peacefully single, no kids, no vehicle, thus, no insurance, gas, expenses. I have no credit cards. I have no subscriptions. I do little to no shopping MINUS the Amazon gift cards I cash out from this site which just replenishes items I get every few months...organic coconut oil for oil pulling, CoQ10, cell salts, moringa powder (for my smoothies), psyllium husk (for my smoothies) and any other things I need here and there.
The key to it all is escaping the mindless consumption mentality. I FORCED this on myself aroun 2012 or so when I sold everyting I owned and, once all the CLUTTER and CRAP was gone...I was there...with nothing, yet, I woke up day and I was alive. Learning gratitude when one has nothing EXCEPT being thankful for being alive each day can truly reset your mentality.
My golden rule...if "society" does things....I do the exact opposite. Same goes for when MSM tells us something...I know the exact opposite (most of the time) is ACTUAL truth PURPOSELY not told to us to keep us enslaved mentally.
Now at 42 years young...life is simple, calm, peaceful, stress free. I am more active, I am actually healthy, I have never been to a doctor since I was 16. I have NEVER had a prescription medication. I have NEVER drank coffee (which DESTROYS your adrenals, thus, your kidneys as well). I GOT sober from alcohol and drugs on my own, doing my own "detox" program which included planned relapse usage in order to have reflective self-therapy sessions in order to actually find the root cause of the NEED to abuse drugs and alcohol, which led to me eventually healing. Healthy lifestyle helps ANY AND ALL addictions, fyi.
Long story short. Keep shit simple. Life is short, so actually LIVE IT on your terms.
Apr 30, 25
How does one get over 2000 in scramble words? It seems only by chance can you get a very long word whereby you can make up many words, but even then I haven't achieved over 1400 before all the words are located and i'm not allowed to keep finding them..what are the clues for getting over 2000 please?
Thomas (Rewardia Support)
Hi Rod. We've checked the Leaderboard for Scramble Words game at the Hard level. Correct, there is a winner with 2,510 score and this player did not use any unfair methods to create an advantage beyond normal gameplay
Sep 02, 20
My mother s lifelong love of gambling on days that ended with a Y was well known.Her poison was the pokies and keno,the dedication she gave her addiction and sheer resolve to get rid of as much money as possible before she passed was admirable Not being a gambler I found it to be an incredibly destructive addiction. She would say watching all the reels going round relieved her stress . She never won big.
Chosen
If they were not addicted to gambling they would be addicted to something else. It's called - No self discipline.
Mar 15, 25
Who do you believe will win, the ALP or the LNP ? Do you think the Teals and Greens will favor the ALP if they win seats ? Will One Nation win any seats ? If they do who will they support to get into the Federal Government ?
Darren S 116121
lol,here we go again,dosent matter who is in,your going to get screwed,its big business that runs the country,our so called demoracy is an illusion,in fact i just read an article yesterday on how big business and universities run immigration policy,the australia we once knew and loved is long gone
Feb 19, 25
How to handle emotions when the boss lies to your face and you can't argue, either he will fire you or will say a lie after a lie.
APB
Work some place else....
its the best option.... as it is usually really hard to get rid of the body...(or so I've been told)
Nov 09, 24
Would anyone be able to tell me how to respond/accept an invitation to a private group? You'd think I know how, as I have a private group and have sent out invites, BUT I HAVE NO IDEA HOW MY INVITEES ACCEPTED TO BE A PART OF MY GROUP? I'm stuck and would appreciate any directions. Thanks ahead.
BLACK LIVES MATTER
List the name of your group in 'Private Groups' under Forums at rewardia.com and list the name of everyone you to join your group. Send out invitations to everyone you want to join your private group. If they accept your invite, then they will click on their name.
Jul 30, 24

What stories can you share about first words that aren't Mum or Dad? I know ours was actually our cats name ...
Elvira D 70287
My son is 26 years old and up until today I can still recall when he was 5 months old and I was trying to teach him to say Papa instead he would say papaw, it was so funny to hear.
Sep 21, 23
A while back the morons at Facebook popped up a login window whenever you visited some pages, but you could click on the little X to close it and still view the page. Today the login window no longer has the X to click on. X-( That means it is technically impossible to get the daily Rewardia code if you do not have a stupid Farcebook account!! X-( BUT, by viewing the page's source code, I did find the code and link ... 8 Sept =...
Gigi
I don't have a minutes trouble automatically clicking and having FB and Email reminders autofill the codes and voila'......10 points total to do nothing.
Sep 09, 23
Well the good ole MP's have given themselves another pay rise equivalent to a pension or newstart etc. and that's without all the other benefits they receive including millions spent on flights. Aussies are losing their homes, living on the street due to lack or loss of housing, eating less, giving up pets as they cannot afford to feed them, going without heating and or air conditioning, and even a cup of coffee out is off the list for many these days and these trough eaters think...
Bugalugs
Our corrupt and totally Dishonest Federal and State Politicians claim they cannot refuse the massive pay rises the Not-So-Independent Remuneration Commission - it should be remembered that it is Appointed by the Politicians so it is 100% Owned by them, never mind that we, the Taxpayers, are not allowed to know who it is that actually makes up this Remuneration Commission, we can bet it will include former politicians, judges, senior public servants - These massive and totally unjustified Pay Rises do not simply end with Federal Politicians they flow through to the Federal Public Service chiefs, Judiciary, State and Territory politicians and all of their senior Public Servants and the Judiciary. Think on this. There are some Public Servants who are being paid 100s of 1000s more than the Prime Minister, State Premiers and Territory First Ministers!
Our obscene politicians then use that lovely cash to buy countless Residential Properties which they charge ever-increasing rents for and then they Negfatively Gear the lot so that they end up paying NO INCOME TAX at all. It is no wonder that they all oppose any suggestion that Negatively Gearing should be abolished. One ALP, yes a politicians who supposedly represents the Down-trodden Masses, owns so many properties that he oh-so-conveniently forgot to mention that just a few years ago and before the price of housing escalated as it has done recently, he owned one property which was worth OVER ONE MILLION DOLLARS.
These parasites, abolished the old Arbitration Commission, which set OUR wages, but have their Own organisation which sets their wages, it has never, ever refused to grant their annual 3% to 4% Pay rises.
On top of all that cash they also get FREE TRANSPORT to and from work, Free Transport anywhere they want to go. The current Minister for Aboriginal Affairs, Linda Burney chartered a SOLE USE Aircraft to transport her around. The current Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese has spent more time big-noting himself overseas thah he has actually spent in Australia working for Us, and he is about to go on yet another Taxpayer-funded junket. All this expense for the current leader of a country which is almost at the bottom of the list of importance, a very, very minor and insignificant world power. He would rather allow Foreign Troops to be stationed on Australian Soil and doing exactly as the USA tells him than standing up for Australia, his predecessors were/are no different. He wants us to give a very small minority of Australians, less than 4%, Rights and Privilkedges which he refuses to grant the rest of the population. Already thanks to this we have other minority groups within Australian Society who are now demanding that they be granted the same Rights and Privilegdes! If it is good enough for one it is good enough for all.
Aug 31, 23

I have 5 beautiful grandchildren ranging in age from 18 months to 9 years. They have so many toys, books & games. Each birthday & Christmas I try to think of something different for them. The 9 year old's last birthday I chose a membership to a Kids Conservation club. She gets invited to fun activities, plus receives relevant activity books & parcels every few months. There are activities they can do as a family. Like visiting the glow worms, studying crabs etc. Do most...
Teri 1282723
I spend $100 each on my children and grandchildren for Christmas and birthdays. For Easter I get them each some chocolate.
One granddaughter and daughter always want a gift card to a particular store (Winners) so that's what they get. My sons get cash or gift card depending on their wants at that particular time. I often watch what people appear to like throughout the year and will buy that for Christmas. One year I made everyone an afghan for their beds or to snuggle with on the couch when they felt like. I always ask if there's something they want, but it's often the same gift cards or cash. Cozy sweaters and pyjamas are a Christmas staple:)
Aug 22, 23
What s everyone s thoughts on being able to Retire and live on a Cruise Ship
Dianne P (NZ)
When I went on my cruise I met several people who had sold their house and lived permanently on the cruise ship. They do not have to cook, clean, pay rates, house and contents insurance, pay for gardening, power bill, groceries, drinks or maintenance. They are entertained, have company and they have medics on board.
Aug 14, 23

Whatever happened to all cars having a strong steel bumper bar front and back and a thick chassis underneath? Back in the day if you had a crash you can mostly be guaranteed to either drive away or have your car fixed quite quickly with minimal cost. Today have a small bump on the car and it's a completer write-off. Bumper bars and chassis were there for a reason and that reason is safety for the occupants of the car. You may have got a bit shook up but you were never seriously...
Joanne Y 440141
Sure as hell felt safer driving around in my 1957 Chev compared to my 2009 VE Commodore. Older cars were made of real steel and made to last, new cars are just throw away items hence why they have the safety of the air bags etc etc.
Mar 09, 21
I know its a song title...I just thought it would look good in the general discussion list...what do you think?
boy blunder
bring it on home /bring it back, on the How the west was won album is my favorite led zep piece live shows their roots outsounding wish i could find a clip get chills everytime i hear it
May 22, 23

Do you feel guilty when you watch real-life crime shows? They are so sensationalized and basically exploiting a person's tragic end. I love crime shows but I always wonder if consuming them is ethical. Thoughts?
Lyn 78550
I do like the way the British do their series such as Midsomer Murders, The Bill, Heartbeat etc. Also like crime shows that actually show the real people at the end of the movie that has been shown. I only watch movies of real life stories and find them very interesting.
Oct 29, 20

I avoid going to the doctor like the plague. I just don't want to know. What I don't know won't hurt me. But I know I should go. I should do a lot of things.
boy blunder
every fortnight I check in with my bottle of Woodford reserve [double oaked] he says I am doing fine and see you in 2 weeks, occasionally if I have any doubts I might check in with the cc a dry 10-pack or carton in between appointments and I am generally reassured
Feb 21, 23
What are your beliefs? I think we would be foolish to think we are the only living form in the universe & beyond...& that have the 'smarts' to space travel to other planets/galaxies. 'We are not alone'.
Tom S Qld
Not only are they real, but governments around the world are officially preparing for the first alien contact.
The university of St. Andrews in Scotland has established an alien contact research center.
The Pentagon estimates that there are a possible 4590 extraterrestrial civilizations and are researching the best way to contact and communicate with them.
So, you are correct 'we are not alone'.
Nov 21, 22

I recently got married, and we didn't have a big fancy wedding ... just got married in the backyard with our closest friends. I want to book a trip for me and the hubby that's somewhat inexpensive but romantic at the same time. I need ideas and input please and thank you
Darla T
Sample the options right in your area that you never thought of doing before. You can stay at home but each day plan to do something different and explore what has always been there but you were too busy to notice until now. You get to pick 3 things and so does he.
Oct 02, 22
I like to go out with friends for a coffee and talk about a variety of topics. Another day I will go to bingo with a family member. Reading is a good pass time in the evening before bed. Walking my dog Jackie Chan every day, no specific times, depending on the weather. I dislike cleaning but it has to be done. shopping twice a week. The computer takes up most of my day. Sad case but I am addicted. The weekend is for visitors or staying in.
Gigi
A past time I enjoy during the week is going to the library and either participating in one of their classes, activities, or just checking out some DVDs or a good non-fiction title to pick through over the month. They also have a "seed library" for checking out any kind of vegetable or underground seedlings for fruit that you can take and give it a go at home in the garden or if you don't have a garden you can try your hand at some herbs.
Sep 19, 22

Just wondering if anyone has told a lie no matter if it is big or small to make sure that your partner stay with you
Debra D 624780
I found out last week, people in authority do not believe the truth, I am age 66, this shocked me. Had I lied, the person would have believed that.
Aug 17, 22

Wanted to know if anyone still uses remedies or have remedies they don't mind sharing in the comment for colds & flus, with weather getting so much colder than usually this year? I like to go with good old pumpkin soup but with a few dashes of chilli just to give it a good hot kick :)
Carmel C 103964
Can't go by putting a few drops of eucalyptus oil in a bowl of hot water and putting your head over it, covering yourself with a towel and inhaling deeply for a while. Then off to bed with a hot lemon juice and honey drink. Stay hydrated. Rest up, eat a balanced diet, laugh lots and get some sunshine if you can.
Jun 28, 22
This is a faux poll to poll whether it is worth doing a poll on Rewardia. How long do people normally wait til their poll comes up? Do some people never have their poll suggestion ever appear? Who decides? So many questions...so little time. Does anyone care haha. A. no B. maybe C. no D. yaaaaawn
Thomas (Rewardia Support)
Hi Mary. I have asked our content manager about it, here is the answer: you have 1 published Daily Poll and 5 declined. Two of them were about "What would your favourite dog be?" or so, declined because we already have a lot of "dog" Polls. The reason for the rest three polls is a very trivial - the text of the Question is too long. If we've got some Polls with a long text in the Question and some compact ones, shorts will win
May 18, 22

Easter seems to changed over the years with many more products on the market. Do you give Easter gifts other than chocolate s? If so, what do you give others at this time of year?
Lones
Growing up, we made an Easter basket at school and received small eggs from the Easter bunny, Easter is about other things than chocolate. These days children seem to get too much and don’t appreciate what they receive. Maybe the should learn the true meaning of Easter
Mar 15, 22

What do u do if u don't want to invite certain family members to celebrate holidays activities? Do u forget their invite on purpose or invite them and out up with their nonsense anyway?
Graham I
Live is too short to bear grudges and families are so important so just put on a brave face and enjoy
Dec 25, 21
I joined Rewardia about 2 days ago. I have been inundated with emails about all the surveys available to take but am screened out every time. Either as soon as I open them or after spending ages on "screening" questions. I have spent hours with very little reward. Is it always like this? It's driving me crazy!
Nauroz T
Me too. Sometime I finished the survey and while submitting i don't get any points wasting 15 minutes of my precious time doing the survey. This is happening a lot lately I believe Rewardia have become very smart getting the freebies without paying us specially.
Nov 24, 20
My great grandfather WAS the first Maori pilot. His name was Ernest Taniwha Sutherland. On the internet John Pohe is shown as the first (when you type in first Maori pilot) although his first mission was in WW2 and not WW1 like my great grandad. The second was William Barnard Rhodes Tai Tapu. How do you fix this? You would not know my great grandfathers' name unless you specifically typed it in. Not a single 'journalist' nor...
Grommie
Contacted Veterans' Affairs yet? I am assuming you are talking about an aircraft pilot, not someone who brings ships in and out of port. Why don't you get in touch through Defence with the Royal New Zealand Air Force editor of AIR FORCE NEWS. It would make an interesting feature in their monthly magazine., they are always on the lookout for WWII historical stuff. Push the inaccuracy aspect while you are at it. What records does the Air Force Museum have at Wigram?
Oct 06, 21
What is the difference between a thief and a baseball umpire? One STEALS (money) and one watches STEALS (bases)! What is your play on words?
Lachelle B
I saw an ad on burial plots, that's the last thing I need. I'm unemployed now, my origami business folded! I'm afraid of negative numbers, I'll stop at nothing to avoid them. You can't trust atoms, they make up everything.
Sep 01, 21
Reality is that Covid-19 is here in the whole world to stay.... World leaders are more concerned with saving their economies.... Therefore they are pushing everyone to get vaccinated by telling everyone the vaccine will protect them. Countries such as USA and Britain have vaccinated a very high percentage of people with both doses and are now giving people a 3rd dose. Within those countries they are no longer in lockdown and many thousands of fully...
Jenny L 591463
Vaccinated, stay at home, only go out if necessarily. Learn to live with the virus in our communities. We at the moment have other things to worry about. My brother who is 59 suffered 2 heart attack, he's in hospital and he's now we think okay. Puts things into perspective really.
Aug 24, 21
July 2nd every year is celebrated "World UFO day", to raise awareness about Unidentified flying objects & alien life forms. Do they or don't they exist? Are they indeed extra-terrestrial, UFO's controlled by visitors from another world? What exactly is all the unexplained stuff flying in our airspace? Are aliens really visiting us & earth in UFO's? Have you witnessed something strange that you can't explain? Do you think we are alone in the universe?
Edward S 497347
I am now 64yo, when I was in my very early 20s I lived in Cubitt Street Richmond, Victoria, Australia, and late one night I looked out my bedroom window, and up in the dark night sky I saw 3 different coloured lights flickering and hovering. At first I thought it might be a police helicopter so I kept watching it. After a while, it moved through the air, much quicker than any helicopter or plane I knew of. I kept watching, it returned to the same spot and began hovering then suddenly flew up quickly into space and vanished.
The technology of these aliens is far more superior than ours, which is why our world leaders fear them.
These aliens come in peace and probably want to share their technology with us and learn about us as a human race so they can go back to their planet and tell others on their planet that we are a friendly race.
These aliens might be seeing how we are slowly destroying our planet and are visiting us in peace to provide us with the knowledge and technology to save our planet from destruction....But the world leaders are too ignorant to accept that knowledge and technology.
Jul 12, 21

I love very much my son, but the love that I feel for his 3 years old twin girls (my grand-kids) is much much more that I can express. It's that OK?
Linda C
How lovely for you. I do not have any contact with my grand children and have never met 2 of them. Family dynamics can be sad sometimes.
Jun 18, 21

How has distance learning been going for all the parents out there? Especially parents with special needs children? I have two autistic toddlers and it has been rough!
Imperia S
I am so lucky my kids are grown up with families of their own. I am so proud of all parents who had to fill this void, I would have never been able to cope,
Apr 12, 21

I read recently that purchasing these products in public makes some people feel awkward. I kinda felt that was weird. I mean it's not the 1800s. There is nothing to feel ashamed about. Most people out shopping are only focused on themselves anyway.
Phyrephly
Not really for these products (part of life, as has been said here), but I was in line behind someone who was looking - it turned out - for some anti-nit shampoo. When she (or he ;}), got to the counter, the lass behind asked "the person" to speak up then ... practically yelled, "oh, you mean nit-shampoo!"...
Sep 09, 20

I prefer to pack my own groceries at the supermarket, even though I have ample bags they always pack to overflow and pack all the cans in together so I can't even lift the bag. Bread laying down on top of one another instead of standing up so it won't squash. Yesterday the flour was in the cold bag, making the paper damp. Am I to picky or do other people have the same gripe?
Queenbee
It is quite often that they will overload your bag and it is dry heavy to put in and out of your trolley. Of course they want to serve and scan quickly and packing takes time. But the supermarkets need have more staff at checkouts and then we all win.
Feb 10, 21

How lovely is it, when we receive a gift where a lot of thought has gone into it? ie: something unconventional or homemade. You remember those kinds of gifts forever. It's easy to buy someone chocolates or flowers, as nice as they are. What is the most thoughtful gift you have ever given or received? And why was it so special?
Morton B
I am grateful for whatever I receive because it means that person thought of me. Its the thought that counts
Dec 27, 20

Futurists believe that human immortality will definitely be a certainty, what are your thoughts? Would you like to be immortal?
Joe B 288252
Genetic modification will allow people to live longer but when your number is up, it’s up. Perfectly healthy people die for no reason....except maybe the Force wants your story back....lol
Oct 20, 20

I could never live in a home without a bath, I honestly don't know how people do it. My nightly bath is a ritual, a tradition. It s my much needed me-time. If I never had a shower again, it wouldn t bother me. But my daily bubble bath will be with me until the end of time.
Bugalugs
They, like perople who rinse thier dishes under a running tap before putting them into their energy/water hubgry dishwashers, waste untild amounts of water.
Sep 20, 20

I don't really care what's in fashion or what's considered cool. I have my own classic style. People that pay attention to fashion trends are sheep who don t know themselves.
Katzeye
I wear whatever makes me feel comfortable,happy,stylish and sometimes sexy lol basically whatever my mood is on the day,I wear something to match that unless I am just blobbing out at home on the couch,well then that's a PJ day..You won't find any designer labels in my wardrobe though,i'm not that rich.
Sep 01, 20
Here are some wrong answers when answering surveys.... What is the main issue for State or national Government? Climate change.....wrong answer Which is your main supermarket? IGA...wrong answer What Brand of car are you going to buy next? Renault...wrong answer Do you want more insurance? No...wrong answer I hope this helps....
Liane H
No I'm not interested in any of these sports / subscriptions / insurance policies . Can you tell us the last time you interacted with these brands do you trust them to do the right thing in a crisis? ... ,who sponsors these next 30 different sports teams? ,,, no idea ,no idea, no idea .. can't remember ..
Still going strong ,but don't slip up on the test question ..
You WILL be interested in buying a brand new vehicle within 6 mnths. All electric yes ,yes ,yes!
Jan 31, 26

Cindy N 315785
I always made rumballs or marshmallows in the little ice cream cones for the kids school bake sales.
1 day ago

A tart crust that you can make easily. Works with both sweet or savory fillings. Ingredients: 1 lb flour 1/2 lb margarine 2 eggs 90 ml water 1 packet baking powder 1 small teaspoon salt Flavoring of your choice (lemon zest, vanilla, herbs de Provence, turmeric, paprika, etc.) Instructions: Mix the flour and margarine together until you obtain a fine, even crumble. Then gradually incorporate the remaining ingredients while mixing. Bring the dough...
Jenny L 591463
Apple and rhubarb always goes so well together, plums and apples too but use fresh plums, for savoury eggs with ham or bacon in it add baby spinach leaves for greenery. If you don't have spinach try basil leaves. Sounds good but I am a bit lazy so I would just buy a tart.
Feb 22, 26
How many times have you answered all the questions to a survey, sometimes multiples in the same breath, just to get at last to the actual survey, and they ask you all these questions again, then oh, Im sorry, you dont qualify Just so sick of all of them, and Azure wants to delve into all your info before you are even accepted. I try to do a couple a day, but its very frustrating.
Pauline 1698188
Yes, Rusty, it is annoying and all the survey sites do it, so I just chill and plough through, and hope I earn my 50 cents at the end of it. I just did a really interesting survey which was quite unusual and refreshing - wonders will never cease. Happy New Year anyway Rusty.
Dec 31, 25
What might you do if your wife went to court and granted an EPO against you for no good reason. You have not done anything wrong, but EPO was created, police delivered you EPO and asked you to leave your home
Bugalugs
Pack your bags, sell the house without telling her and leave the country with the proceeds. Far too often are the men cast as the evil doers, they are always in the wrong, they can never, ever do anything right or decent. Conversely their wives are always cast as the Innocent Victims, Pure, incapable of saying anything nasty, of cruelty. Wrong, ladies and gents, you could not be more wrong if you tried.
Why has there been an explosion in the number of men committing suicide? They have been driven to it by the Courts and disatisfied partners wanting ever more.
Jan 11, 24

Ingredients: 1 medium potato, grated 1 medium onion, thinly sliced 2 3 tbsp chopped cilantro 1 green chili chopped (optional) ½ cup gram flour (besan) ¼ tsp turmeric ½ tsp cumin seeds ½ 1 tsp chili powder Salt to taste A splash of water Oil for frying Instructions: 1. In a bowl, mix potato, onion, cilantro, chili, and spices. 2. Add gram flour and just enough water to make a thick batter that coats the vegetables. 3. Heat...
Gaza
I add a can of Tuna, a grated carrot and anything else left over. Fry until golden and serve. Yum-yum.
Dec 16, 25
TO ALL WHO SERVED IN THE VIETNAM WAR. MEDICAL CHECKS ARE NEEDED RE/ CANCER/BLOOD/EYES/HEART/LIVER/BOWELS. THE MEDICAL CHECK IS ALSO NEEDED FOR THE CHILDREN AND THE CHILDREN OF THE CHILDREN. THE ILLNESS/ MEDICAL CONCERN COMES...
Grommie
Some of us were not drowned in Agent Orange. It was a case of luck, really.
Methuselah, hope your Govt is looking after you....now...
the NZ government took its time., allowed lots of vets to die off so the pool needing assistance diminished. Same went for the Christmas Island tests vets. Mururoa likewise.
Nov 07, 25

With daylight savings approaching one begs to ask the question - are you a early bird or a night owl? When I was younger-in my teens I proffered being a night owl. But as I got older-with adult responsibilities-I like to go to bed at a reasonable time so I can get up in the morning to get ready for work.
Dada WA
Happy to just go along as normal with no daylight savings. Still get plenty sunshine, in fact I would gain none with changing. The only thing changing is a clock.
Nov 01, 25
I just saw a news story that a woman in the US was in a cafe, the service wasn't good, so she ate what she ordered and then paid for it, and then left, but she never left or gave a Tip. The worker then called the Police because the No Tip was given. Not sure if any action was taken by the Police. When we were in Miami (about 6 weeks back) on the waterfront we got crappie food and just paid the bill, but never left a tip, the dude wasn't happy. Here...
BLACK LIVES MATTER
I never tip (USA) - it is not my responsibility (as a customer) to supplement the employer's pay rate (what the employer is paying his/her employees). If the employer cannot pay his/her employees a livable wage - then the employer should not be operating a business!
Oct 26, 25

Instructions: 1. In a bowl, mix chopped tomato and coriander to make a fresh mixture. 2. Add boiled noodles, onion, and green chilies. 3. Sprinkle salt, chili powder or green chilli 4. Add oil and lemon juice. 5. Mix everything well until noodles are evenly coated. 6. Serve fresh and enjoy your spicy, tangy flavor. Cooked one takes time , this one is easy.
Sheree T
I would definitely eat that but without the chili powder or green chilies. Thank you for sharing your recipe.
Oct 21, 25

Ingredients: 1 cup flour 1 tsp baking powder Half cup sugar Half cup milk Half cup butter 1 egg 1 tsp vanilla Steps: 1. Beat butter + sugar until fluffy. Add egg + vanilla. 2. Mix in flour + baking powder + milk, smooth batter. 3. Bake at 350°F for 25 30 mins. 4. Cool, dust with powdered sugar & serve.
Royale Q
thank you I was looking for short recipe for tea cake we love high tea. Questions is it regular flour or self rising, is it granulated sugar or super fine, and is it unsalted butter. Thanks so much
Sep 28, 25
There are so many things that should have you checking your Receipts after going shopping Deli counter items Check the weight and price. Specials getting charged normal price. Being charged for items you haven t brought or your charged for more than the number of items you have brought . You also have stores that have specials advertised but not in their stores. So if you have seen it advertised make sure you get it for that price . Now I admit I have been to blame for a...
Zena 1539369
Sometimes I think the stores count on people not checking receipts. I go over them with a fine tooth comb.
Sep 21, 25

I always get compliments when I slow cook this dish. The Beef cheeks are so tender they practically melt in your mouth with the delicious rich red wine flavored sauce. This recipe is definitely a winner! This is one of those recipes people think is challenging to cook, but it is practically a set and forget dish! Ingredients: 1-1.5 kg beef cheeks 2 tbsp Garlic Powder 2 tbsp Onion Powder 2 tbsp Tomato Sauce 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce Salt and...
Guy W 386119
Actually just what it says. Parts like tis are really the red meat. I actually really enjoy this, but it does require a taste. Beef heart, rocky mountain oysters And gizzard and hearts. Let's not forget trype. Learned most of these delicacies from an old sheephearder. I spent a summer with as a kid
Aug 08, 25

1 can Chickpeas 1/2 cup Tahini 1/4 cup Lemon juice 2 Garlic cloves Salt Cayenne pepper or any other spice you'd prefer. 1/3 cup water This is really easy to make Blend all the ingredients together, and you get a nice hummus for a dip etc. I also sprinkle fresh parsley onto from my own garden :) The amount in the photo, I used double the ingredients. Enjoy
Michelle S 553303
Thanks Ange. I always make sure that I have all these ingredients at home and available at all times. I don't know if many people realise how very nutritious this is as well as being tasty too. I wish that I had a dollar for every bowl of hummus eaten globally just for today because I'd be instantly rich! Thanks for sharing.
Jun 24, 25
Most of us have various shoes/footware to match every event, season, taste and those moments. Yet, recently my podiatrist admitted that their office makes so much money from people who wear crocs and shoes that were never suited to the shape of their own feet nor their own walking patterns/gait. Over time our backs, hips, knees, ankles or toes scream at us for help. How many of us are truly comfortable with all of our footwear? Or do we just smile like whatever and trek...
APB
Chiropractors, podiatrists and other quasi professionals make a fortune out of questionable practices anyway...optometrists aren't far behind them...snake oil salesmen for a large part.....the only podiatrist I have ever used had large tubs of dubious pills along a shelf that people came in and bought while I was supposed to be having a "consult"...these people are bonkers...
I wonder how the human race coped before we invented them?
..oh that's right we had shamen con men and priests....
here is bit of free advice don't buy stupid shoes...and you probably only need three pairs tops...so it saves you money...and saves the planet...
and nobody else cares anyway....
Jan 25, 24
So I turn on my laptop this morning and have over 20 surveys available on Rewardia - - Yea ! (mostly Green surveys and some Pink) I arrange list by highest points. The top 14 Rewardia surveys add up to a TOTAL of 3,318 points. I close down Rewardia survey site and go to my Pure Profile Survey account and I only have ONE survey available BUT that one survey equates to the equivalent of 3,300 points. So question is - - do I try the 14...
Amaya B
It says when you sign up for rewardia "Earn up to $100 a week!" But I guess that's only if this is your full-time job?
Dec 10, 23

So much of our time is spent on the net, but I'm wondering if it is right that I might put up a birthday message to someone and then have another friend add a happy birthday sentiment even though they do not know them?
glory 1277945
You put message on the board so expect this. If you want privacy send a card. More time spend, but it's more personal
Dec 05, 23

Is it inevitable. Companies are getting smarter and gathering more personal data with every click - what's your experience so far, do they get the 'suggested' products or services right and does it actually suggest things you would like?
Pennye R
I really don\u2019t like the fact that my phone is listening to my conversations and Facebook is tracking my likes. I prefer to look up products that I need myself.
Aug 07, 23
Would you make vaccines mandatory or perhaps use strict lockdowns? Would you close off borders or would you allow new variants to enter the community to build up total immunity? How would you have handled the pandemic or what would you have done differently?
Pat C 618241
Watched a news item on Denmark. They have lifted all mandates on masks, distance and all that. The chief epidemiologist says they are well vaccinated so let it rip. Sure they have heaps of cases but very few deaths. Are we bold enough here to do likewise. No! Too many anti vaccers I think.
Feb 14, 22
As the heading says, Should Optus be allowed to continue operating after the major hack and release of their customer's private details? Keep in mind that if the government was to force them to cease operations then Optus would just start trading under a different business name then their new customers would not be aware of the risk hey would be taking. Also keep in mind that for many years Optus has also been trading under the name of DODO
Aisha A 379399
Not happy with Optus even before the hacking incident. Paid so much for 5G but the service is terrible. Even if there's a class action, how much can you get?
Oct 02, 22

Boardgames were very popular when I was growing up, and I really enjoyed playing them. These days people play more on computers, smartphones and gaming consoles. Do you still play boardgames? What are some of your favourites?
IdentifyAs
I don't have anyone to play with, so if I play any games it's usually on the ipad like rewardia. I loved monopoly, cluedo, trivial pursuit and trouble
Jul 13, 22

Who has had the greatest influence in your life? Someone who has really made a difference
Jania S
Jesus, and family and friends, I have been truly blessed through thick and thin,,, I have always had the best influence.
Jun 23, 22

My children do jobs at home to earn pocket money, but are slowly approaching that all important she where they can work outside the home in part-time jobs. Currently, they have a few after school activities and homework etc each week. My question is, do you have them give up the interests they have been cultivating for years, so they get the job early, or do you make them wait for the job? We are leaning towards them keeping the interests and keeping up the good grades at...
Carmel C 103964
Depends totally on the child. They are all different. There are many different ways to help your children learn things and become more independent.
- For some children that involves not being paid to do chores but by being asked to do 'free' chores as a way of being taught that not all worthwhile activities in life are financially rewarded. That some rewards and benefits in life come purely from being involved, doing their share, helping others, doing their part in the running of the household and helping in the care of themselves.
Out in the adult world not all activities are rewarded by money. It is an important lesson to learn.
-Hence some parents teach their children to think of 'the bigger pictures' by not paying them to work around the house, or paying them only for 'extra' work done outside of the normal chore expectations. Some parents choose to reward the children for good family participation with special outings or the occasional junkfood treat rather than cash.
Other parents expect the children to divide their pocket money into three. Savings, spending and charity donations. Each family is different and has different lessons they wish to teach their children to help them be stronger, independent adults.
- Paying jobs outside of the household can also teach many good life lessons as well as giving them a better appreciation of how finances work and the value of money. Once again it comes down to each child being different, their ages, each job being different and how well each parent is involved in guiding them on how to save and how to socialise publicly. Is it 'necessary' for them to have a job whilst still in school? Only the parents can really decide if that is best for their child. There are so many things that need to be considered. Some children will flourish
whilst others may not. Some jobs are fun. Some jobs are just tiring and non-beneficial in anyway.
- Likewise, extra-curricular activities like sports can teach many good life lessons and help to keep them fit and happier. Sometimes those activities may lead them into a small paid job, like helping to coach.
* Overall each parent needs to look at each of their children differently and as separate individuals with different personalities and needs. What is right for one is not right for all. One may flourish in a small part time job, whilst their sibling may do better being left to concentrate on the karate they love so much or by simply being left to study and help around the house whenever they can. These are the tough decisions that parents have to make and although seeking advice from others is awesome....in the end only you can truly know what is right for your offspring. Even when you make that choice, it may need to be tweaked as time goes on. If something doesn't work well, then move on and try something else. That will help them learn resilience and that change is ok and sometimes it is for the best.
Jun 10, 22
REDLINING (by white bankers) is used as an excuse to deny black people access to loans, keeping them in neighborhoods with lower property values and little investment opportunities. Meanwhile, white neighborhoods, were seen as more desirable, worthy of development, and easier access to loans. Welcome to the real USA!
Jenny L 591463
Oh Walter W that happens every where not just in America and yes it is very wrong and very unethical, but the bank needs guarantees and unless some one is going to guarentee that the black man won't forfeit on a loan they simply won't give it to any of them. Very sad and very unjust. It happens all the time and the black man works just as hard as a white man (maybe some times even harder.) But what can one do, go guarantor on a loan for some one they don't know? Would you do that?
May 23, 22

Would you move countries at the drop of the hat? Only having less than a month to decide I've done it. It was a blast. I left NZ to go and live in Dallas, Texas (San Antonio, Arlington, and Grand Prairie) back in 2000. I lived there for the next 8 1/2 years and had a blast. Unfortunate circumstances meant that I had to move back to NZ, and it's where I had stayed since. Given the opportunity. I would so do it again in a heartbeat, but somewhere different...
Elizabeth J 447888
I am rather taken with Finland. It is known as the happiest country on earth. Their language is hard to learn I believe. I think I could live there for a few years. It is a year and a half since making a move in my own state and still haven't finished unpacking. No, don't think I could go through it again.
May 25, 22
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