Hot Discussions
Should all long term unemployed people be made to do at least 10 hours a week of community work?
Maria B 89860
No. Why punish them even more? If there is a job available in any such area then for goodness sake give them a job and enhance their dignity!
01-Mar-24
Being in love with two people may be more common than some think. Studies show that many individuals worldwide identify as polyamorous, meaning they partake in a romantic relationship with or feel attracted to more than one individual at a time. What are your thoughts? Can you be in love with 2 people?
Elizabeth A 807208
I believe you can be "in love" with one person and still love another but there is a difference between being "in love" and loving!!
18-Feb-24
I know many of you cannot stand the commercialism of VD, but that aside, is it really that bad? I am a big romantic, and so is my man..... I always get flowers sent to me at work, & I feel so honoured that he loves and cares for my feelings on this special romantic day, where he wants to show the world he loves me & that I'm precious to him. Yes, I do feel for those that are single. But real love is very special & I think we should be able to have it celebrated? ...
Greg B 520364
Yes I have been told you can get VD from being romantic. But I never thought you felt special about it.
27-Jan-24
If someone hurts or abuse animals I think they should be charged the same as if they hurt a person, pets are family too
Lee b 979050
Firstly hefty fine some jail time and never be allowed to own a pet again. Should be put on a register for cruelty to animals and attached to the persons social media profiles for a minimum of 5 years pending a review by an independent reviewer.
10-Jan-24
How does everyone feel that TikTok might be banned? The app that got most of threw Covid-19 might be gone for ever because the government is too scared of TikTok's impact on people.
Raelz
"The app that got most of US THOUGH Covid-19" ?
Perhaps more reading and less TikTok might improve your grammar and spelling ;)
We also played board games and I do not want the Chinese Govt. spying on me, thank you very much!
Ban it, and Facebook and Twitter while you are at it!
02-Apr-23
I'm sure there are plenty of wise words of wisdom out there - if you're over 65 please offer them. Here's some to start the ball rolling: You don't need anger management. You need people to stop pissing you off. Your people skills are just fine. It's your tolerance for idiots that needs work. "On time" is, when you get there. Even duct tape can't fix stupid but it sure does muffle the sound. It would be wonderful if we could put ourselves in the...
Bugalugs
We have the experience,, lots of knowledge and valid opinions and many of us lots of time to visit Rewardia. Problem is that those who engage Rewardia to run the surveys for them seem to have forgotten those simple facts. I have lost count of the number of times I have been Screened Out as soon as I enter my AGE! Age Discrimination is a live and flourishing.
14-Jan-24
Who has everything ready for Christmas? Got presents, shopping done. I'm all ready, and even got my children's gifts wrapped this time, haha. I have a feeling this Christmas is going to be a good one. Hope all of you have a good one too
Carolina Z
A Joyful Christmas and a Blessed New Year to all Rewardia Members & Staff...Let usnot forget amidst the gaeity that Jesus is the Center of it all
21-Dec-23
Do you think it is the responsibility of all tax owners to support these youth offenders? Why I ask is that, why aren't the parents of these youths own their responsibilities to their child or children's? They created them, if I owned a mansion they would be living with me under the tikanga o So Maori
The dog house
Instead of putting these offenders in jail I would place them in the Army. Then maybe they might get the right discipline that their parents were not able to give them.
17-Sep-22
The Kardashian Family is a very controversial topic. Most people just skim over the facts and assume that everything they see on social media is true and factual. However, they are just people, and everyone chooses to depict them as these horrible, spoilt, no-talent, plastic filled monsters. However, this is so far from the truth. Do not judge someone before you get to know them. Do you agree?
Peter O 164296
They may or may not be nice people, but let's face it, they're famous for being famous. None of them has achieved very much apart from looking good on camera & attracting a social media following. I don't wish them ill, but my disinterest in them is total.
24-Oct-22
Tipping in the United States is on the rise, and experts are calling it tipflation. In the fourth quarter of 2022, the number of tips provided at full-service restaurants grew by 17% from the fourth quarter of 2021. Meanwhile, the tip frequency at quick-service restaurants rose 16% during the same time period. The pressure to tip well in front of the tip receiver, before a service is completed, or in front of other customers makes a difference for many. After...
Christine M 323842
Tipping at Starbucks? You\u2019ve got to be kidding. You are standing in a line to get a coffee. You are not receiving any service. Why would you leave a tip.
My tip is for employees in the USA to stand up for their rights and fight for proper employee conditions and adequate remuneration.
08-Apr-23
Recently separated from my husband almost 2 months now. We ve been married for almost 15yrs. I d like to discuss or hear some opinions in your case. We separated because he drank to much and he didn t like me going to the gym. He s still coming around and sometimes gives me money for bills. Should I give up completely or move on? Here s the catch . I already got involved with the neighbor. Fix my marriage or move on? Please be nice. I m totally obviously confused at this...
Christine M 323842
You\u2019ve already moved on if you\u2019re rooting the neighbour Morenita !!!
You\u2019re just feeling a bit guilty because you are accepting money from the ex.
No one knows all the details of what has really gone on so only you can decide the right course of action to take.
29-Aug-23
I have this issue with doing washing every single day for our now 11 and a half year old. The GP says it's a phase that he will overcome. My girlfriend wants to keep on using these night pant products called dry nights.... I told her that we would be better off taking him to a pediatrician or something alike... Being our first, my question is does make a near 12-year-old wear these products to bed do more harm than good? He also has camp coming up in late August......
Liane H
It's quite common in boys, My son was the same. Except we didn't have those in that sizing back then so it was bed liners and washing each day . There is a nasal spray that can help to slow things down, but basically in most cases it's simply hormonal,( the hormone responsible for concentrating the urine overnight is less present than it should be) and you will find once the 12yr mark kicks in or soon after ,. It will just stop. It's very frustrating I do remember ,but it's important not to let your child feel like it's an issue, They can't help it, It's not from trauma and it's not going to help restricting drinks before bed either. There are plenty of tips online . Don't bother with the bell and pad system either,, all it does is wake the child up when they wet with an alarm and interrupts their sleep often twice a night, more! .. not worth it . As I say it will just miraculously stop once his hormones kick in . Hope that helps some :)
08-Aug-23
Education is rightly seen as one of the best ways to develop a country s economy, as more productive workers can create better living standards for everyone. But is there a limit to the benefits of education, and should countries be wary of this double-edged sword? Are we overeducated?
Pato Lo Duck
It is being un-educated that is allowing the likes of Trump and Putin to take control of the fate of the world..
02-Jul-23
If kid's education is so important to these New Zealand teachers, then why do they keep striking. We came from a time when there were 50 students in once class and the teachers were getting paid min wage. And today teachers are wanting smaller classes and more pay and our kids are suffering in all this, along with their parents !
Jenny L 591463
They fear for their lives every day as they can't touch the little darlings that get away with a hell of a lot more than we did when we went to school. There is no discipline at all any where, kids these day aren't even scared of the police. They go to court, they are out on bail and commit the same crime over and over again. Unfortunately they are not killing themselves but innocent hard working people that deserve so much more out of life than what has been dished out. Clearly wrong time, wrong place. Then you ask why are the teachers protesting? Give me strength come on the answer is so simple. I would not be a teacher these days and the ones I do know have had a gut full. They are constantly being told to `F' off on a daily basis, told they are ugly and then they swing off their arms causing the teacher pain. Grabbing their arms and then using all their weight to pull them over. Not getting any better that is for sure and so they should want smaller classes and more money. At least they can't bring guns into the schools but other weapons like swords, machetes, knives, flick blades, knuckle busters are found on a daily basis. And again you want to know why the teachers are striking? You try teaching them, you try home schooling your little darling and I see how long you last.
05-Jul-23
A new advert I've just seen...the FIRST bottle to use 100% rHDPE plastic!!! (rHDPE is recycled High Density Polyethlene)...sounds great right?....what these creeps are ACTUALLY doing is making bottles that are 50% rHDPE...and half VIRGIN plastic...but the recycled component is rHDPE....with people like this "helping" it's going to be a long hard battle to recycle our plastic waste just cowboys making a quick buck out of lying...
Timothy N 929266
All current plastic produces can be made from Hemp that grows in 3-5 months and 100% degrades to nothing in 75 days
01-Jul-23
Some economists argue that raising the minimum wage artificially creates imbalances in the labour market and leads to inflation. Other economists note that when minimum wages have been raised historically, inflation did not follow. It s getting impossible to live. So many people are working 2 to 4 jobs just to be able to survive. What can we change do to make life more affordable for everyone?
Jeneral
The Victorian government (Australia) have just provided themselves a huge pay rise yet they are telling all Victorians we are now going to need to tighten our belts and pay for the pandemic (which they enforced). Where is the fairness in that?
21-Jun-23
Yes, for a very long time now, on and off. I was very young when it first started after my father was killed. The loss so great to me, I called it my hole. A space inside me left behind that was his place. Over the years I fell into that hole, so easy to step into, but so hard to crawl out of. Filled with hurt, anger, loss and shame. The shame came from still hurting but those around me assuming that I would forget, get on with my life, get better. I didn't so I learnt to...
Bill B 394870
Exhilleration and depression are polar opposites, i think,all humans experience both in life. Neither lasts forever unless we let it, which means we control how we experience life.
I have empathy for people who are experiencing depression ,but i believe we can control it and not be overwhelmed by it.
04-Aug-22
I was once a beneficiary of a will where 4 of us were to get equal shares until the testator became ill. My sister and I stayed in her home on alternate weeks, giving care for almost 3 years. I had to leave my husband every second week...he could have come with me only we had a few pets and he opted to stay at home. Trouble reared its head when the two other beneficiaries found out the will had been changed in our favour. They did not win in the end, but they caused a...
Poppy
I intend to give one gold star each time my relatives visit, each star will be worth $100, so they can please themselves. Don't come don't get
22-Jan-23
When eulogized or spoken of by family and real friends that know you best, what could they say that would be important for others to know about you first and foremost that was unique about you or something important you strived for or to be in your earthly life?
888
When I die please do not weep, for it's not me there, I do not sleep
I am the thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sun on ripened grain, I am the gentle autumn rain,
when you awake in morning's hush I am the swift uplifting rush
of quiet birds in morning light, I am the starshine, soft at night.
Please don't be sad and do not cry, for it's not me there, I will not die
12-May-23
What holistic approach have you tried instead of modern medicine that you swear by. You might have even gone so far as to share with friends or family what you do that helps you with your ailment. It doesn't have to be an edible/drinkable solution.......it could involve just physical activity.
sarah 1277944
I don't have any ailments but have always been a 'walker', miles and miles. Tried the gym but much prefer the open air.
06-May-23
The 'in' thing at school was a mince pie & packet of chips/crisps trend: Peel back pie top & scoop out the mince with a chip (eating mince like dip) Then put the chips in pie, top back on - chip pie - done & yum Seems weird now - did you have any 'weird' food combos?
Cely
I rarely bought lunch at school. But I have a yummy sanga that have been told its weird. It's a jam, cheese and vegemite sanga. It is so yummy. The sweetness of the jam takes away the saltiness of vegemite and visa versa.
02-May-23
What does everyone think of these people claiming that they re a sovereign citizen or similar and trying to use it as an excuse to not pay taxes, registration, and have licenses etc?
Linda C
They are anti government extremists. In Australia all of a sudden they seem to be voicing this and going to court but so far the courts have not agreed with any of their so called legal spiel. They believe they are not under the laws of the government, do not pay taxes, car registration, etc. however, they use the health system, roads, and everything the tax payer pays for. The police in this country are really getting fed up with them and the fact they use up our legal systems time. Some use it I think to get 15 minutes of fame, some use it to be recognised and get TV interviews so they can sprout more nonsense, and some I fear really believe this rubbish, and some just follow USA movements. I am so over all these conspiracy theorists, activists, etc. They are not helping the world at all.
08-Feb-23
There are some clothing fashions around that I find really ugly, and I always find myself wondering who on earth would buy them. It's not only the style, but the colours are mostly dull and uninspiring as well. At the end of each season, I have a bit of a laugh because I often see these ugly clothes in the clearance bin. Are there any fashions, if any, that make you cringe?
Simone S 316632
Men who wear suits, business shoes and NO socks. What's that about? Apart from having putrid feet at the end of the day.
11-Feb-23
Have you ever have the symptoms of a panic attack or severe anxiety to the point where you thought maybe it was more a heart attack than a physiological reaction to extreme stress? For many of the millions of sufferers of panic and anxiety attacks worldwide, it can really be a frightening experience to think you might actually be having a heart attack, which we all know can be fatal, if indeed it is your heart. Has this ever happened to you, and you care to share?
BLACK LIVES MATTER
I have had severe physiological reaction to extreme stress - but I grow up - in 'rough neighborhoods' in the USA. I was able to identify the 'stimulus' - as I got older - (alcohol abuse, criminal justice, systemic racism, street drugs, police, etc.). It is everyday life for a minority in the USA (coping with racial discrimination) - 'dealing' with severe anxiety - Blacks have the second lowest life expectancy in the USA! I (personally) never let it 'get' to the point (panic attack) - were I thought it was a heart attack or I would already be DOA at a hospital!
07-Jan-23
I recently spoke to a friend. She has decided to go into a nursing home as she dislikes living on her own. While her children see to her needs, she rarely sees her grandchildren. People go about their lives while working and going out etc. Could they spare half an hour a week or even a fortnight to visit their grandmother that is lonely? It is sad to see and hear how people act towards someone who once also had a full life.
Kerry Z
I liked the show on the ABC where they took the schoolchildren to visit the nursing homes. The people living there got so much out of it & the children also benefited from the intertactions.
27-Dec-22
Recently I found something in my corn chips from Coles. It was large, thick and dark brown. I kept thinking, please do not let it be that. I have to return it to Coles and get a refund. Four weeks ago, I found metal in my mouth after eating Asian noodles. I still could not believe that might have been in it. I have not reported the noodles. Have you ever had something like this happen to you?
Paul J 94868
I once had a bottle of bourbon that was subject to a recall because of glass fragments...I carefully strained 3/4s of it then took the remainder and exchanged it for a full bottle...I was very happy...
27-Oct-22
Tens of millions or even hundreds of millions of people were unemployed in the Great Depression. When the stock market crashed, failure of government policies, bank failures, the collapse of money supply, and the collapse of world trade due to the Smoot-Hawley Tariff in 1929 and the 1930s, many people in the world in the Great Depression are unemployed and/or losing their jobs. When the Great Depression ended in 1939 probably because of the world war,...
lynda e 390007
HEAPS of jobs going age care crying out for help even supermarkets can't get staff there are heaps of jobs and the work force is tired of carrying the load for those that just don't want to work.
24-Aug-22
What can we do to reduce the changes and impacts that climate change had on our daily lives? In the pacific islands, low-lying islands are eventually covered with seawater and maybe in about 10 years time, lots of the islands will now be disappearing.
Barbara T (Koondrook Vic)
What a load of codswallop! ...... no such thing ...... Mother Nature will control the climate, not some 'nervous Nellies' who do not have a clue!
05-Sep-21
What does it mean to you - Buying from sellers that care about the environment. Buying from sellers that source their products locally & ethically. Making do with items that I have, rather than buying new ones. Buying only what I need to reduce my impact on environment. Mostly choose items that I will use for a long time. Grow my own food and also avoid food waste as much as possible. Or perhaps all the above Your thoughts please :-)
Rosemary E 383382
I have been frowned upon for buying Lego because it is plastic. I have lost count how much Lego has been passed from family to family, generation to generation and still is showing no signs of wear. Some of it has been walked over, the dog has carried Duplo around no teeth marks. It's outlasted "green" toys
29-Dec-21
We all know that obesity has becoma a worldwide problem. Now doctors are calling it a disease. But is it really? Or is it just a personal failling?
Carolyn H 146141
Try a healthy diet and plenty of exercise. It's not a disease for most people and they should stop wasting doctors' time and medical resources that are needed by people who genuinely need them.
16-Oct-21
This is the most ridiculous thing I have seen so far while attempting to do a survey. After filling out all the prequalifcation (and being "slow" as I know panel station will reject your survey on prescreen even when you are slow so going SUPER SLOW while filling in a/s/e/l questions gives you a 50/50 chance of PERHAPS getting the survey), I encountered the following error when filling in the craptcha: RECaptcha error. Over Enterprise...
Andrew C 287196
Not really "ridiculous", but one of the biggest pains in the backside is when you go all the way through the third-party survey, only to be told by the survey points host that you were "screened out" ... no, I wasn't screened out, I completed the whole survey, it said I completed the survey, but the third-party people obviously put the wrong return link into their 'completed' forwarding addresses.\ud83d\ude20
25-Mar-25
How much of your decisions are governed by your ego? Do you make more decisions that are based on the approval of others or do you make more decisions that are truly meaningful and purposeful to you? Do you have a good balance of both perhaps? Our ego helps to establish our identity and inspire us though having an over-inflated ego can hold us back. Sometimes a slice of humble pie, though feeling harsh, can teach a good lesson or help us realise how much our ego drives us and...
Barbara H 1073102
I don' think ego involves making decisions to seek the approval of others. Quite the opposite actually.
19-Feb-26
I wish kids would realize their parents were once their age, and there is no manual on doing the right or wrong thing, because when it comes down to it, we are all learning how to deal with and take care of things. So kids, stop blaming your parents for what is wrong with your life. We are just trying to help in the best way we can, even if it turns out to be right or wrong
boy blunder
my dad taught me be the reason someone smiles, and everything will look after itself, I believe that to be true I've had plenty of ups and downs[ who hasn't ] I live day by day week by week but I am extremely happy, I teach my grandkids the same create a smile where ever you can and be the best person you can be no matter the situation so far that is working out ok
05-Feb-26
I have recently gotten into researching on if different types of aliens are currently watching or amongst us on Earth. I would love to know your opinions on if this is true and if so are there any key particular locations or countries of which they are targeting more to others?
Cher
In 1994, 62 children ages 6 to 12 outside their school yard in Ruwa, Zimbabwe. Some of the children saw one or more silver craft land on a nearby field and some of the children claim one or more creatures dressed in black approached and communicated telepathically an environment message to them. The children who saw them drew the same drawings of the creatures. This is a true story. Believe it or not.
17-Jan-26
As people age, their world can often more focused on their own immediate needs, health and daily well-being. Being a parent assuming my daughter as an adult, she is capable and managing her life just fine. She does not have children or husband. Just taking care of me as much as possible. Am I selfish?
Mooi
It\u2019s strange this discussion coming up. My mum died last Sunday. I\u2019m not after sympathy, but I know people care. It was a blessing for her as she was very poorly and it was a huge relief to see her suffering end. About nine years ago I answered my mum back for the first time in my life. She would not recognise my first grandchild as family because she was fostered and in her words not mine \u201c she isn\u2019t blood\u201d. This hurt very much, this beautiful little girl was my first grandchild and I love all my grandchildren equally. I kept my distance for a while but got abusive phone calls from my brother and nearly had to take out a restraining order. My mum changed her will, and I had no say over her health as she got older and deteriorated. She was put in a nursing home, which was very comfortable but she kept asking me what had happened to all her belongings. I didn\u2019t know. I visited her and we spoke and I love her. My psychologist said I would never get an apology for the hurt she caused me but I forgave her. Sorry for the ramble but thank you for letting me write.
13-Jan-26
How do you feel when you go shopping at grocery stores or dept stores, and you are asked to round up a few dollars to support a charity in that area. I find that if I am in the same store multiple times a week, it feels uncomfortable saying no over and over again, especially if I have already donated the first time they asked. I hate having to explain that I have already donated.
Darren S 116121
i always say no and that maybe your company can put some of their megaprofits in instead of making it look like they have donated when its the shoppers have
22-Dec-25
There was a time in professional sports when the umpire/referee made a decision, it was accepted as final without question. Errors were made, but were acknowledged as part of the game. Today, almost every decision is referred to an authority away from the playing field. This not only interrupts the play of the game but calls into question the integrity of the field official.
JANN R
I think it is needed as some are hard to see and it makes the decision easyer to make and is a more fair way
02-Jan-26
Coming from a very large family, it becomes a big question when Christmas rolls around as to who to invite for Christmas dinner. I usually decide on it based on who gets along with whom. Then I don't hear the end of it when I don't invite certain members. I decided not to put on the Christmas dinner for the past two years; it didn't feel like Christmas without family around on Christmas day. Do you experience any of this? What would you do?
P F
My family is large as well. What we do is meet at the local park, lake or nearby beach. Everyone that wants to come brings a main and a dessert to share at a communal table. The children are catered for by water activities and a playground. Adults mingle with whomever they want. At the end (most of it is paper plates\plastic cups) cleaning up takes seconds. The burden of catering is not left to a single person. And our rule is no presents. Having fun, bringing food, participating in activities...that's the present.
28-Nov-25
Recently our cat was mauled by a savage dog even though it was on a leash outside our house. Its owners had no control. I have never witnessed such torture and was devastated, `The cat was so injured, it has to be out down. We had no success on insisting that the dog should be put down to prevent other incidents. Next time it might be a child. Surely, there should be more restrictions on such animals, \What do you think?
Karen S 841350
Yes, I agree, dogs with those killer tendencies towards cats often go onto to attack people, have seen this many times when working with council dog pound. Often they can not be rehabilitated and have to be euthanised, sad for all concerned. More restrictions, visits are needed for dogs such as these and this savage dog that mauled your cat on a lead is a public safety issue. More than often it is the owner at the cause of the problem with encouraging aggression and non socialisation of dog at fault. There are alot of people involved in dog fighting now and these people couldn't be trusted to look after there dogs and need these animals taken off them
29-Oct-25
For me, it is completely normal for someone to choose to stay single forever. People have different life goals, values, and preferences, and for some, being single may provide the freedom and independence they desire. What would you say? Is it normal to want to be single for the rest of your life?
P F
I am single and have been all my life. I enjoy it. It's given me time for self growth. Most of my friends got married within 2 years of leaving high school and took any low paying job they could to pay the bills. I became a teacher and travelled all over the country I live in. I play several instruments, write songs and have a band that we preform at local events. I own my own house, 2 investment properties, a government and a private super, shares and a good size chunk of cash in the bank. Being single DOESN'T mean being lonely. I have great friends and have had relationships along the way. The freedom I have to do anything I want whenever I like is amazing. I don't need to ask anyone's permission to do anything I feel like doing at the drop of a hat, and money is never a problem. When I look at my friends and how deeply they are in debt to the almighty credit card I thank God I'm single. And as far as never having children...well I'm a teacher that is surrounded by children and I have 6 nephews that think I'm the greatest uncle ever due to the gifts and adventures we have had in the past. And still having adventures today with their children. Life is good.
30-May-25
I feel that if done safely there should be no issue but a mandatory licence and helmets would be needed along with an age requirement to make it safe
Vicki
Hi David thanks for this discussion topic. Hospital emergency departments and aquired brain injury wards are testament to people either not using them safely and responsibly, or being injured through no fault of their own.
Road users with licenses see first hand people flouting rules including those riding e scooters or e bikes. These machines can travel up to speeds in excess of 40km per hour on footpaths and roads. Not in favour of them.
16-Oct-25
What are some of the things you do to save money in your household? Examples of what we do: - Use clothes line - Minimal usage of 1 time use items (paper towel, plastic wrap, tin foil, sandwich bags etc.) - Bake own snacks instead of store bought (cookies, muffins, cakes, pies etc) - Make own bread, tortilla shells, crackers etc - Home cooked meals instead of pre cooked/prepared or take out - Grow and preserve own food - Compost to create own soil - Shop...
Annette G 805380
- pay cash for groceries; withdraw your budget so can't go over it by paying card. You also don't get surcharges doing this.
- 10c refund on drink cans etc, save it. I'm at $400 in just over a year doing this
- buy 2nd hand
06-Oct-25
Sometimes people wonder whether it is always best to tell the truth, or if small white lies are acceptable in certain situations. For example, telling someone you like their cooking even if you don t, or saying you are busy when you just want time for yourself. The discussion is: Is it better to always tell the truth, or are white lies sometimes okay? Why do you think so?
LA
White lies are basically social bubble wrap\u2014sure, the truth is inside there somewhere, but nobody needs to get hurt in the process.
04-Oct-25
Mom and Dad passed away. Eventually, the property had to be divided. We did everything honestly and above board. Everything was great until, my Sister in the middle decided to sell her piece of property for a quarter of a million dollars. Then she put part of the property that was mine, that I made to my Son, as my Dad wanted to be done in the sale with hers. Now, we have a problem. Has this happened to anyone else, she had even lied to the realty company and...
Robyn C 1009255
do not understand how someone can sell part of a property, unless it is a group of apartments, what country are you from.?
01-Oct-25
We moved to our small town 14 years ago. We were shocked at how many things in this town are run on volunteers. The CFA (fire brigade), SES (emergency service), They are in most Australian towns, so no surprise there. But the local hall has a volunteer committee who look after it, cleaning renting it out etc. The local show is run by volunteers. We also have 2 CWA branches (Country Women's Association) a Rotary Club, a Masonic Club,...
LA
In my town, the only thing run by volunteers is the gossip network\u2014and trust me, they\u2019re very efficient.
28-Sep-25
If you were to die tomorrow, would you have enough funds to cover the cost of your funeral? At the moment I am putting away money weekly in a funeral fund and hopefully by the time of my death there should be enough to cover my funeral, so my son doesn't have that expense. I am interested to hear of other people's plans about what/or not they are doing to be prepared for that time
Ian 1561638
after paying funeral insurance for 58 years, my mum died in Tasmania whilst visiting my sister. No funds released for her funeral as she didn't die in NSW where she lived. READ THE FINE-PRINT PEOPLE!
25-Sep-25
One of the things I miss most about school days is the sense of routine and shared experiences. Every morning started with familiar faces, hurried greetings, and the rush to beat the bell. Between classes, we shared jokes, snacks, and secrets that felt like the center of the world. Even the most ordinary days standing in line for lunch, group projects that turned into laughter sessions, or the quiet moments before an exam now feel golden in memory. School was more than just...
BLACK LIVES MATTER
I attended segregated public schools (kinder garden to the 12th grade) in the USA. My segregated public schools' years are not pleasant. Hence, I 'rarely' reminiscent about my segregated public schools past because I do not have one positive memory! Also, during my public-school years I resided in segregated neighborhoods. Yet, I did learn one cold, hard, ugly fact (from segregation): THE UNITED STATES HAS NEVER BEEN A DEMOCRACY.
11-Sep-25
The cost of living in Australia is among the highest in the world, mainly because of expensive housing, services, and everyday essentials. Housing is the biggest factor, with rents and property prices in cities like Sydney and Melbourne ranking among the most costly globally, often reaching $600 $750 or more per week. Utilities such as electricity, gas, internet, and phone bills also add significantly to household expenses. Groceries are expensive too, with a family s...
Grommie
Cripes. You could have written that about New Zealand. It beats me why New Zealanders leave here to go to Australia. Hey NZers on Rewardia, I hope you carefully read this discussion of the day....
22-Aug-25
The biggest reason why getting back together with an ex doesn't work is if your relationship patterns don't change. If you and your ex are getting back together in the same relationship, with the same mindset, the same insecurities and the same issues; then reconciliation will probably not work. What is your experience? Why does getting back with an ex never work?
Lachelle B
Never get jealous of an ex with a new partner....I was brought up being told that you always give away your used toys to the needy.
21-Aug-25
Choosing between being born in 1975 or 2025 depends on personal preferences for societal conditions, technological advancements, and life experiences. Would you rather be born in 1975 or 2025?
Aileen 1666161
1975 because today 2025 is too confusing right is wrong, left is right, we don\u2019t see eye to eye about anything that\u2019s happening in the crazy world.
02-Sep-25
We are elderly and ill, and need to pay people to work for us. It seems no one wants to work anymore. We pay cash money. I don't know what is so difficult about stacking wood up for someone for winter. Every time the guy says he will show up, he is a no show. I fired him once, then giving him one more chance, we will know tomorrow if he will show up this time.
Rob G 106430
The irony is that this current generation never stops to think about who is going to do the work for them. I mean, they don't want to work becasue they just deserve to be given everything, so why would anyone else want to?!? We're all now paying for a welfare system that has created generations of slubberdegullions.
14-Aug-25
Sometimes the smallest things can brighten our whole day, a kind word, a funny moment, or even just a good cup of tea. Take a moment to think: What made you smile today? Share it below and let s spread a little joy together!
Pauline 1698188
Looking out of the window and seeing two Black Ducks fast asleep in our garden. We believe egg laying is going on in our hedge which happens twice every year when the same pair visits us. Last year we escorted about 18 ducklings and mother off the premises and down to the river.
06-Aug-25
We often talk about finding ourselves, being true to ourselves, or losing ourselves in something greater. But what if the "self" isn t something we discover or protect what if it s something we invent? Some neuroscientists and philosophers suggest that the idea of a stable, unified self is a useful illusion a narrative our brain constructs to make sense of our thoughts, emotions, and memories. From childhood, we weave experiences into a story, and that story becomes our...
Thomas Canada
We are born with a self because we have a personality right from birth. That self, like other beings, evolves and develops over time through various experiences as well as our own genetic predispositions. Just as the self can expand over time, it can also deteriorate just like organic and non-organic matter. Does this mean that the self is just an illusion? Absolutely not. If a piece of metal melted due to extreme heat, would you then say that the metal never existed? Of course not. We know that the same matter can move from solid to liquid to gas or any combination of such changes. The self should be considered in the same way as it shifts from one form to another to yet another.
19-Jun-25
A fella I've been listening to lately- Keb' Mo' sings a song called It's Good to Be. It's good to be young, it's good to be old, it's good to be here, it's good to be there, it's good to be home, it's good to be you, it's good to be me. It's a nice tune... But I ask you where is your "good to be" place? Where are you your happiest? We all say after the holidays, it's good to be home. I can tell you I m at my pinnacle when I m talking with my grandkids, when they re...
Peter - Sunny SE Coast Aust
Resting in the garden on a sunny day, watching the industrious bees and butterflies as they hover above and meander through the foliage to discover the colourful blossoms that burst from within or lizards scurrying across the pavers and lazing on rocks or a glitter of spinebills flitting from branch to branch in search of sweet nectar; that is my favourite place.
21-Jul-25
I am the wife, daughter-in-law, niece and mother of a trucker and I can say it isn t the same as it once was. Maybe it is just me, but it used to be an art form. Took a special breed to be a trucker. Drinking coffee, smoking cigarettes and jamming gears. Now a days with all the automatics out there, seems like everyone thinks they can be a trucker. It is a privilege to hold that title, not a right. More people need to prove they deserve the title. They deserve the respect....
David 1405555
I used to drive a western star constellation with a 18 speed road ranger and have 3 trailers on it toke alot of skill and construction to keep it on the road but i am now got a bigger battle as i am fighty cancer
08-Jun-25
Eggs are fast becoming scarce I see signs in my supermarket saying it is due to Avian Flu but the shelves are fully stocked with fresh cakes from Euronatural Commercial Bakery every size and flavour imaginable every day apparently the egg shortages are not affecting the big companies, just us regular folk. Fresh Chicken cuts are plentiful . Golden Cockerel slaughterhouse is still running around the clock I wonder What s next on the scare mongering calendar?
Stacy 1677640
Is there really a shortage or is it just a scheme to hike prices? There are plenty of farmers around area i live that have plenty of eggs & selling much cheaper than in store.
28-May-25
I see and ask couple this? Wife pay one-week groceries other week husband. More and more people are having own bank account, is it normal in a relationship? Husband and wife have different bank account. Each pay a bill each water, gas/etc.
Paul B 522937
Yes I had a joint account with my wife and when she went off with my best friend she left me $7 in the account
Took all the furniture and left me with btw o young boys and two mortgages but I got through ok
21-May-25
Tonites one is suprisingly quite positive..maybe coz i've just made the 50,000. A damn good song- crank it up LOUD..unless you hate the Police. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xGpk4GOxJr4 link below.
boy blunder
bit of a rewarian joke for you, two hillbillys walk into a restaurant and they see a lady choking on something, one says kin ya breathe, she shakes her head turning blue, the other says kin ya swalla, she shakes her head standing up in real trouble, so one of the hillbillys walks over to the girl rips her pants off and licks her behind, the lady shocked spits out the obstruction and the other hillbilly says that the first time i ever seen dat hindlick maneuver thing
23-Sep-22
Following the death of the late Pope Francis and after watching Conclave, I thought to myself what would a woman offer as a Pope? I am not Catholic but do know that they do not ordain women as priests. Maybe in the future this will happen. There was a Pope in the 13th century named Pope Joan, although this is a matter of dispute. I feel that perhaps a woman would have more empathy, although men do have this as well. Just putting it out there.
Dang Ling-bits.
God gave women small feet so that they can stand close to the sink, the stove and the washing machine. They should stay there.
03-May-25
I have just been disassembling some old macs...2 gig hard drives...256 megs of RAM that sort of thing running Disc doubler and RAM doubler...and with regular maintenance and their compact and fast operating systems it was effortless to produce magazines and books, create fantastic artwork, music, most if not all of the things that anyone would ever usually need a modern computer to do. So why do we need to keep on doubling computer power? Most people do very little...
Hilary P 701184
I hav no idea of all this stupid jargon that Computer Companies and IT people have invented just to keep their jobs . It is also the best way to get rid of the old folk like me. I am happy when the internet goes down as I still know how to add 1 and 1 together and how much change I get if I use cash not card at a supermarket. The government doesnt want the old people around as they know too much from the "olden days" so put them in the aged homes where they can stagnate with no need for computers. Fortunately I am not interested in all this cloak and dagger age so long as I can open my Amazon Kindle Account and my Rewardia Account and certain easy apps I dont give a hoot for Quantum computing. I had to look it up to find out what is was and the definition is equally as ridiculous as everything to do with programming. 'Utilizes quantum mechanical phenomena like superposition and entanglement to perform computations' I never swear but "What the f....are they talking about".
28-Apr-25
Responsible drinking means more than just limiting yourself to a certain number of drinks. It also means not getting drunk and not letting alcohol control your life or your relationships. Is there such a thing as responsible drinking?
Disie
Yes. I'm a recovering alcoholic, 11 years sober. My daughter sets rules for herself: Don't drink when you're down. Don't drink alone. I'm so damn proud of her
15-Apr-25
We've all been on a summer roadie and experienced first-hand the state of our roads. If you've ever been stuck in a summer traffic jam, had near-misses on dangerous turns or feared for your life on clifftops (while the car behind you is tail-gating!) - you may have an opinion on this one. Tell us what main road or highway you think needs some serious attention across the country, and why!
writerrochelle
Not much help from me because I rarely leave the island on which I live. And, I rarely leave the small city in which I live. And, I rarely leave the duplex in which I live! See what I mean? ;-D
14-Apr-25
I find that as I age, my facial wrinkles are getting deeper. I was thinking of using Botox to lessen their appearance. Would you ever use Botox?
writerrochelle
NEVER! If I'm not mistaken, I understand it's snake 'venom', and things can go horribly wrong! Embrace your wrinkles and grey hair (?) and enjoy your life. It's too short right now to worry about such things! ;-D
13-Apr-25
Why is it when you are a people pleaser, so many people love to be around you. But once you start doing something for yourself, working on your mental health, achieving your goals, starting a business etc none wants to do anything with you even talk to you. Sad world we live in. Just a lonely person right now
Lachelle B
I made myself reclusive and I'm better off for it. I have no disappointment or expectations. I rely on myself and I'm happier for it.
08-Apr-25
Concerns have been raised about Nelson Hospital, with complaints of lack of staffing and excessive wait times. Do you have confidence in your local emergency department?
Raymond K 449636
Not really, so as when I had big problems recently, and end up going to the Royal Perth hospital, where after a period of waiting, and after being admitted to the Emergency Ward, in no time was admitted to a ward for treatment, will be using this Hospital as they have a whole range of Medical Professionals to attend to my problems
10-Apr-25
If you had the opportunity to talk to a loved one who has passed on already, what question would you want to ask them if you would?
boy blunder
I do not know if you believe in mediums or not but I talk with my family through her, as my wife and brother do every 6 months or so, this is a fun and spiritual hour and a half sometimes two, my brother passed almost a year plus ago and at our local, he has his pic on the honors shelf, we buy him a Bundy shot every time we are there so he can have a drink with us, on our last visit with Liz [our medium] who asked that we buy him a scotch instead of the Bundy he wants to drink what your drinking, How she knew that I have no idea that was something that my brother and I do, another time I had bought some gorilla glue for a bottle cutting project, but I could not find it, we were talking about something else and Liz says before I forget you gorilla glue is in the black and red jar on your table so don't buy any more its expensive your mum says, when I got home there it was, I have so many stories like that, I believe your family stays with you, i constantly talk with them ,they may be gone but they have never left,i you honestly talk with them you will be surprised what you hear
01-Apr-25
We all have childhood. There were always some items that we used, played or collected during that time. Some of them are still with us, which could be a toy, certificate from school/club, trophy or even just a towel you found comfort. What are the items you still keep from childhood?
Morenita
The teletubbies and many other things like candyland board games and Elmo and Molly from the big comfy couch
18-Mar-25
Who doesn't look forward to a vacation? It's a time to explore, relax, unwind and enjoy. However, sometimes things don't go so well. From lost luggage, a hotel that claimed to be luxurious but was seedy, overcrowded everywhere, noisy, rude people, awful food, etc, can make our vacation not so nice. What was your worst vacation?
Danielle R 478487
I went to Bright,Victoria. A small village town half way up Lake Mountain. The most picturesque little town all year round back then.My ex husband and I were travelling by car ,6 hour drive. I was very pregnant with our first child. 40 degree heat in summer. We had a minor accident with the car in the first 15mins,no apparent damage,so continued. We should have turned back then. The car broke down more times than I can count. Luckily we had insurance that offered roadside assistance. By the time we arrived we had spent 12hours on the road in the heat and had the car towed the last 80kms. All accommodation was already paid for,but left us with very little money and bad sunburn. Still wasn't horrible,it's was truly beautiful. We ate ice-cream,walked around town, waded though the Oven's river( which is melted snow and freezing any time of year). We had some food we brought with us. Funny that everything we planned went wrong,but just being there was refreshing. Young love..we didn't care,had nothing,no money,no car. It didn't matter.
22-Mar-25
Yes fair call I'm probably an old fart...but in surveys there is so much that I never use at all EVER a whole array that everyone seems to be paying for....music....news information...food...sometimes I feel like I'm living on another planet...these guys give me 12 options in a survey and I can only click on three...any one else have this?
Elizabeth T 396096
Sure, Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars.
I am finding it increasingly difficult to find who I am on surveys with all the new genders and sexualities and then you have to repeat all of this on the next page because "sex assigned from birth" is one question and "sex you see yourself as". How about just ask if you are male or female or other because if you TRULY believe you are one of these, then why does it matter what sex you were assigned at birth? And, just for simplicity, for sexuality, just have "gay or straight or other" and they can fill in what their "other" is instead of giving all survey takers a laundry list of possibilities to plough through until we find what we identify with? Honestly, it takes longer to read these prequalification lists these days than is reasonable.
Next they will be asking us if we consider ourselves human, alien or a furry and then THIS will have its own laundry list of ridiculous possibilities.
Oh, I forgot about the alien lizard species since just saying "I am alien" may not be good enough for some people. What if I identify as a Klingon or other race from Star Trek? The possibilities for making this question a kilometre long are endless!
19-Mar-25
So many people these days are choosing either to have private funeral services, a memorial service at a later date, or no service at all. I have opted for no service I have asked my family to when they feel s right all go out for dinner together (something we enjoy doing now) and order desserts (but no coconut lol) my family get it, I don't need any fuss, those who love me are in contact with me now. What are your thoughts?
Grommie
Like most of you I arrived into the world with very little fuss, and I intend to leave the world the same way. Why put all your friends and relatives through the expense of the funeral, and in many cases the high travelling cost? Funerals are for the living, not the dead. The corny line about "paying your respects" is Undertaker-speak for making indecent money from your estate for them. Watch out for the undertaker whose other half runs a florist shop and their son is in the catering business.
thanks lynda e for your worthwhile forum board.
14-Mar-25
I would leave him no matter how much I loved him, the kids come first, and he might hit them one day. Plus, if he hit me once, he may start to hit me constantly!
telessia 1560594
Yes I would after I got my cast iron skillet and beat the crap out of him after he went to sleep. I am not going to let him hit me and not get a few licks of my own in.
07-Mar-25
Which products or services do you consider a waste of time or money, and why? My biggest pet peeves are ad blockers, as ads always seem to stay ahead of ad-blocking technology. I see no point in paying for them. I also find many subscription services unnecessary especially those designed to help you manage your other subscriptions. What's next? A subscription service to monitor your subscription manager? Sometimes, I feel like companies believe that if they create something,...
Liane H
Supermarket paper bags !!\ud83d\ude21 l hate paying 25c for just one of them and then they break by the handles or spilt on the edges ..especially as the staff are usually useless at packing them... Overpack or careless .lt's a business You should be giving us free bags to take our product home in after you've made a nice profit from us ( massive profits compared to other stores who give you a free bag!!); .. and you'll also get free advertising as we walk down the street with your logo on the bags eh?
Then any surviving bags just collect in my cupboard expecting to be bought to the shop again one day ..mm never going to happen. Too bulky ,,and annoying and will not be in a good enough state by the time they get walked home again. So it's keep any nice plastic ones I get from other businesses ( yeahhh still available!) and try my hardest to remember to take a couple in my bag always !
01-Mar-25
I need a vacation! Can anyone suggest their favourite place they have travelled to and why is it your top pick.
Marisa 1367299
If you can take the time, try the Pearl Farm on Samal Island in Mindanao, Philippines. It is absolute heaven! Food is good, fresh, and very tasty.
28-Feb-25
The answer is simple, a lot of women think guys take compliments as more than what they are intended to be. If a woman complimented a guy on his nice haircut or a pair of jeans, then it's a good chance he could take that the wrong way. What would you say? Why do women hardly compliment men?
LA
Oh, it\u2019s simple\u2014women have learned the hard way that complimenting a man is basically signing an unspoken contract that he now thinks he\u2019s irresistible.
You tell a guy, "Hey, nice shirt!" and suddenly he\u2019s convinced he\u2019s the best-dressed man in the tri-state area. He\u2019s standing in front of the mirror, flexing, and considering starting a fashion blog.
You say, "Wow, your cologne smells great!" and now he thinks you\u2019re secretly in love with him and starts making up your wedding hashtag.
Meanwhile, women get compliments all the time and just say, "Thanks!" and move on with their lives. A girl could hear "Your eyeliner is flawless!" and just be like, "Yeah, I spent 45 minutes on it, I know." But if a guy hears "Nice haircut!" he's suddenly pricing out motorcycles and sunglasses.
So, ladies have just learned to keep it to themselves. It\u2019s a survival tactic. Compliment at your own risk\u2014because next thing you know, Chad from accounting is naming your future children.
23-Feb-25
While there's no strict timeline, many recommend waiting at least 6 months to a year of dating before cohabitating. This allows time to understand each other's habits, values, and compatibility. What would you say? How early is too early to move in together?
Mooi
Seriously I am finding some of these discussions so boring. Use your common sense and make your own decisions.
25-Feb-25
I've noticed that the lonely heart/chat line/dating service adverts have moved from using highly unlikely pictures of women who could (and probably do) work as models...and into purely digital models....are these just bait...or are they trying to set you up with digital girlfriends?....how weird are these sorts of services going to get?...what do you think?
LA
Oh, it's only going to get weirder. Today, it's digital models; tomorrow, it'll be AI girlfriends who text you good morning and remind you to drink water. By next year, they'll come with a virtual mother-in-law who sends passive-aggressive notifications about your life choices.
And let's be real\u2014if the bots ever get self-awareness, they'll start ghosting people just like humans do. "Sorry, Dave, I just don't feel a connection. Also, my algorithm says you're 87% likely to leave dishes in the sink, and I deserve better."
17-Feb-25
Do you have any handy hints & time/money saving tips for your household that have passed down through the generations? One of my favourites is baking soda to remover tea/coffee stains from cups. Pumice cleans brown stains off the bath & toilet bowl. Vinegar has many uses for cleaning. What are some tips you can share?
Carolyn K 714554
If you keep your eggs in the carton in the fridge and turn them over every week, they won't go off. While they sit a bubble forms in the top of the egg and this is when they go bad. In olden days the ships would be at sea for months and the eggs didn't go bad. The movement of the ship stopped the eggs going off.
05-Feb-25
The Government has a huge tax on fuel. It has a huge tax on Cigarettes. If they used the money raised from fuel tax, we would have the best roads in the world. If they used the money raised from Cigarettes, we would have the best hospitals also. Should they be using money from these things for this?
Jania S
WELL, no matter what country if we didnt vote is or support morons who are only there to line their own pockets... I think maybe the train has left the station and we will suffer for our lack of interest in who and what is voted in. Your thought was actual fact 50 years ago, but we have advance so much we are living in a lunatic assylum.
28-Jan-25
A call came in and said a bench warrant had been issued for my husband's arrest and gave the name of an officer at the local police dept. I called them on my phone, they said they had an officer by that name, but he was assigned as a school crossing guard. My husband kept them on the phone and drove to the police dept. He handed the phone to an officer, and the scammer hung up. I don't think he has called again.
Renee 1556074
No, thank God. They have tried though. I get emails all the time telling me that I have a million dollars waiting for me. I ain't stupid!!
29-Jan-25
Married people also have built-in social and emotional support for each other, are less likely to participate in risky behaviours (such as problem drinking) and have better economic conditions compared to single people. However, it is important to note that not all romantic relationships are satisfying. What are your thoughts? Is it better to be single or married?
Jania S
What a stupid assumption. I have been both and both have its ups and downs --- to each his own and neither is better than the other. Did you get programmed at UNI????
06-Jan-25
It's never too late to start, but you should focus on finding your purpose and life task that is relevant to a certain job. Perhaps you're really good with numbers and need to be an Accountant or Financial advisor. Or you have a lot of empathy and love helping people, and perhaps should become a Therapist. What would your advice? Is it OK to start life at 40?
Jack M 393074
No, I restarted life at age 35 and now I am 75 years young and have been forced in 2008 at age 59 into an early retirement. I do online surveys to augment my stipends of SS and pension each month (Less than $1700 of which rent is $700).
01-Jan-25
To become mentally and emotionally strong, just set small goals, practice mindfulness, develop a growth mindset, surround yourself with supportive people, embrace discomfort, prioritise self-care, and regularly reflect on your progress. What is your advice? How do I become mentally strong?
writerrochelle
Read God's word the Bible daily, meditate on what it says, follow it's instructions, pray and always be humble and kind! ;-D
26-Dec-24
I love making things for people at Christmas. I spend a lot of time and sometimes money doing the right thing for the right person. Some people don't like getting homemade things as they think they are cheap. Sometimes it costs more to make something than buy it. Which do you prefer?
Paul B 522937
I think Christmas has become too comercialised it a religious Celebration
PLease try to keep it that way or the meaning will be lost
25-Dec-24
Did you ever give or receive a compliment and realise it's also an insult? What are some you've heard? Why can't we just give each other a compliment without ruining it. Here are a few common ones: You look good for your age. You're just my type, I prefer someone with meat on their bones. You're pretty smart for a woman. You're a good cook for a man. Or perhaps these are insults that can also be compliments! How do you respond? Do you just take it as a...
Susan KTC
I\u2019m of the opinion now at my stage of life where I only respond to what I feel is fair and good for me, otherwise I just don\u2019t respond, as noted filter! And also important to have a sense of humour, don\u2019t take life to seriously\u2026
06-May-24
How long do you go to putting effort in a friendship before giving up? I have a group of friends who never seem to have time for me but will always make time for each other. Is that just a hint that I'm not even wanted?
Angie
You need to ditch that friend group! Surround yourself with positive, caring, giving, compassionate and kind people who will embrace and appreciate you
26-Oct-24
The Bank of Mum and Dad is now utilised by 2 in 5 first home buyers in Australia, making it one of the largest lenders with an annual lending amount of around $92 billion and an average loan of approximately $92,000 per transaction. What does it mean to the rest of us? Is the bank of Mum and Dad creating a new class system?
Simone S 316632
Not really. Bank of Mum and Dad has always existed. I think the expectation is what has changed. I know my generation would only ask our parents for a loan if we were really in dire straits...and then pay it back. Now, I think there's generations of children who expect their parents to help and actually gift them the money.
14-Oct-24
When you saw film footage of the floods in Florida...you might have been very surprised to see houses on fire in the middle of all that water... Hurricane Helene created a storm surge that flooded some electric vehicles, causing them to catch fire and, in some cases, ignite homes....the current advice is that you do own an EV and a hurricane is coming DO NOT park it in the garage or ANYWHERE near buildings...try and park in on higher ground (good luck with...
SueS
EV's a big risk. Also, child labour used to produce lithium for batteries. Batteries as far as I know not recyclable. Pollution still created by the manufacture of these vehicles. What is the point?
15-Oct-24
I would love to be able to create a topic of compliments and inspiration. The very first person to comment would state something they're grateful for, then the next person to comment would compliment or inspire the person above them, and so on. The only rule. Make it positive or inspiring for the person above you. The reason I would love to do this is because I believe there's a lot of people out there, myself included, in this world that may feel lonely, sad, or just lost ...
writerrochelle
If everyone on this earth lived by the guidelines written for our benefit in God's inspired word, the Bible, there would be no wars, no poverty, no abuse, no loneliness, none of the things we see in the world today. Please search for answers in the Bible to whatever problems you are having because the answer is there. You just have to search for it! Please read 2 Timothy 3:14-17. ;-D
10-Sep-24
You now have to check yourself in at the airport...check yourself out at the Hardware store...supermarkets are trying it too...the shops think that they are now online stores and cut back on stock in their physical locations...the Banks are working away to close all their branches and make us all cashless...technology is fantastic, but it is being used by big business to make their lives easy and profitable...the only time a consumer matters is when they are not buying...
Tavi
When I visit the shops (KMart or Coles) I always go the counter where a Team Member can serve me...just trying to keep someone's job!!
06-Sep-24
I know, I know,...we have all the drama...its going to be MUCH worse than the Spanish Flu...isn't it?...America has rallied..the rest of us are lucky....My relatives overseas have all survived...we are going through a MASSIVE part of history...this is a community...talk to us about you are coping
Imperia S
I am rather a bit of a panic merchant, so I am always on edge, and with all that is going on in the world, I thank my lucky stars that I am or rather seem to be coping, however this latest argument between Isreal, and who ever plays on mind as I don't want our kids to be part of any wars
19-May-21
My best friend of 28yrs committed suicide on June 6, 2024. I ve been feeling like this life is all a dream. My heart aches and I ve lost my appetite. I miss her, and she never mentioned she was hurting or had so many problems that she had to take her own life. Has anyone ever gone through this before and how did you handle it. It s hard for me because I once upon a time I tried it twice, and she didn t let me. She was always there for me.
Shawn B 1061185
I don't think the loss of your friend should be any different than losing a family member. My daughter died in the hospital while going through a routine operation. I too felt empty, couldn't eat, found no pleasure in any activity and I miss her tremendously.
From what I understand suicide comes when the person has lost all hope.People who do it don't try. They just decide when and then do it. It may sound cruel, but deep down I don't feel that you were serious when you "tried." It seems that you were just looking to confirm that somebody loved you.
I came close to doing it once. I had lost all hope about everything. I got professional help, and some pretty good medications from a liscensed physician and I hardly ever go there again. Yes, occasionally I get feeling very low, but that's pretty much because I suffer from profound depression, PTSD, and I'm Bi-polar. Nothing is perfect and I'm not sure if I can ever be 'cured' but I just keep on carrying on and greet each day as an opportunity in stead of a challenge. Good Luck!
30-Jun-24
For me, they shape our opinions, attitudes, and beliefs about the world around us. The media can also influence how we perceive ourselves and others by providing information that reinforces certain stereotypes or exaggerated images of people from different backgrounds. What are your thoughts? Does news affect our daily lives?
Dennis 1500002
Well, here in the USA our news revolves around the election later this year in which our choices seem to be an invalid, a felon, and a guy who says a worm ate part of his brain, so yes, this is affecting me and not in a good way. You guys have room for me down under ?
01-Jun-24
This was all over the NEWS recently... According to a Dynata Survey, the majority of young people said they would rather flee their COUNTRY than FIGHT for it. Those under 35s ... and they were also ashamed of their COUNTRY for --- whatever reason? This is certainly disturbing news! Your thoughts?
allin3/24
i spent 7 years in the infantry in the '60s, where i learned that fighting for country was the farthest thing from the truth, we were fighting for the folks that built planes, tanks, guns, uniforms, ammo etc, to give them exorbitant profits, Viet Nam, where we learned how to profit from war at the expense of our young folks, not all, just the ones their daddy couldn't pay his way out of it
21-May-22
Australian parents are asking the government to legislate a law banning people under the age of 16 from having an account on social media. How you could police that, I have no idea. Many admit it would enable them to stop their children using social media by blaming someone else. What on earth is wrong with these people? Are they afraid of their children? It would seem so. If you don't have a backbone, perhaps you shouldn't have children because it requires you to be a...
Elaine H 239851
Parents should teach their children as we were taught years ago with strictness but the do-gooders have made it very with all the political correctness that a child can't get a smack or be chastised & so they are completely overriding any discipline. for goodness sake parents do not want to maim their kids, but it is time for them to discipline without being charged
24-May-24
My Mum & Grandma were very superstitious & some of those superstitions rubbed off on me! I will not walk under ladders as it is unlucky. Grandma would never have peacock feathers in her house - they were unlucky. If I see a black cat, to me that is a lucky omen. If my mum dropped a utensil, then we were going to get visitors! If she spilt salt, she would throw some over her left shoulder so she wouldn't have an argument. I love finding a four leaf clover, that is so lucky....
Tupulua S
Superstitious is the devil's idea to cloud you mind and not make the right decision. When things happen, it happens for a reason. Black cat crossed the road to go home, or, to find food, or to find a mate. One of my best friends told me not to look in the mirror at night, because you see bad things. Thats a load of hogwash
21-May-24
I always offer Tradies a coffee or tea when they have a day's work. I feel guilty when we sit down for lunch. Should I or shouldn't I offer them lunch with us? Thoughts please.
Anton A 1225344
As a semi-retired tradie and I have always eaten lunch while I work without stopping due to very unreasonable deadlines. So in general, there is no need to offer lunch as most tradies bring their own or send the apprentice to buy some. But as for me, I have always appreciated the offer of a nice hot coffee.
07-May-24
When you're ready to get married, it takes a lot out of you in planning. One of the tasks is when you organise your wedding party with your close friends/family into the party. When you have the matron of honour or best man to help you in organising, are you expecting them to step up & spend so much money on you regardless if they can afford it or not. In my opinion, I strongly believe that it is so rude on the bride to be to ask for everything that she needs to be top $. A...
Sonya F 68771
weddings are too expensive you can have a cheaper wedding there are so many options the op shops have so many dresses
02-May-24
How do you react when someone behind you blows their horn loudly a split second after the traffic light just turned green?
Beverley W 395241
I usually give them a friendly wave out the window!! Makes me feel good and hope they have a sense of humour
22-Apr-24
It's possible to choose your baby's gender and eye colour now and in theory it's also possible to genetically edit genes to enhance an unborn baby's health or appearance... but the big question is, when and if it becomes available, should we do it? What might the downfalls or benefits be, and would you choose to enhance your unborn children features if you could?
Rebecca B 614374
Oh, for goodness' sake, what next? Can't people be happy just to be able to have a baby at all? There are some of us who would have dearly loved to have had kids but were never able to. Just be satisfied with whatever you are blessed with!
20-Mar-24
This is going to divide the Members, I know. But please be respectful and nice to other member posts, even if they do not match your own views. There is growing evidence mounting that eating meat and animal products is detrimental to our health. (Goggle it - if you are curious) - not for me to show the evidence to you, I'm not a spoon-feeder, I'm just putting it out there for us to learn more. It took the medical fraternity, at least 20 years to acknowledge that...
JANN R
NO I HAVENT CHANGED WHAT I EAT I COULD NOT GO WITHOUT MY MEAT AND IT HELPS THE FARMERS BECAUSE I GROW UP ON A FARM AND I GET MY MEAT FROM LOCAL FARMERS I KNOW ITS GOOD
12-Dec-22
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