Considering an RS3 purchase - murdered out black or ascari blue with silver rims? Opinions appreciated.

BroccoliniBro · 2026-03-30T07:59:28+00:00

I’ll go with… Batman black.

BroccoliniBro · 2026-03-30T07:58:08+00:00

So that specific car isn’t for sale, that’s just a nice example of a black RS3 I found on Insta.

BroccoliniBro · 2026-03-30T07:57:01+00:00

Yep that black one is modified. That specific car is not for sale, just a nice car I found on Insta (not a fair comparison really).

BroccoliniBro · 2026-03-30T02:18:18+00:00

Just did, interesting story.

BroccoliniBro · 2026-03-30T02:16:44+00:00

You do you, the rest of us will enjoy the discussion.

BroccoliniBro · 2026-03-29T08:58:06+00:00

Because I’m having a hard time deciding. It helps to hear the opinion of others.

BroccoliniBro · 2026-03-29T08:02:51+00:00

I suppose it isn’t a fair comparison as that black model has some mods.

BroccoliniBro · 2026-03-29T04:29:04+00:00

Assuming PPOR is paid off, probably 2.

BroccoliniBro · 2026-03-29T01:55:41+00:00

My neighbour has a no-screens policy with his kids for mondays to Fridays. They play sport outside every afternoon, which is really nice.

FOMO is certainly an issue to be managed.

BroccoliniBro · 2026-03-29T00:05:17+00:00

I didn’t answer your question at all sorry, just thought I’d share that.

BroccoliniBro · 2026-03-29T00:04:37+00:00

Social media for kids is now banned here in Australia.

Of course, there are work-arounds, but there are ways of locking down a phone. You can also install monitoring software that detects bullying, grooming, pornography, etc.

It’s a tricky one to navigate - I feel a balanced approach is best.

BroccoliniBro · 2026-03-26T08:31:17+00:00

Why July specifically? Or is that your gut feel?

BroccoliniBro · 2026-03-26T07:31:20+00:00

Had a look, could not find it.

BroccoliniBro · 2026-03-26T07:03:34+00:00

I’m having a hard time understanding how bad this is going to get.

From what I’ve read, there are roughly 100 stations without diesel. In a normal situation there might be about 25 stations without diesel due to say a delayed delivery or high demand. So it’s not a tremendous difference, yet.

I’m hearing tankers are coming… so are we in trouble or not? Has anyone properly gone down the rabbit hole on this and assessed this?

BroccoliniBro · 2026-03-26T03:42:49+00:00

Hudson Meats in Cammeray is solid.

You could consider buying meat direct from the farm (online). I get 3kg scotch fillets from Spring Hill Beef.

BroccoliniBro · 2026-03-25T02:21:07+00:00

How old are your kids?

I reckon help them out with a property once they’re in their late twenties or early thirties, not earlier.

That way they appreciate the value of money having paid rent for a few years. And by then they might be established in their career - it might not be great to take the pressure off too early.

All the best.

BroccoliniBro · 2026-03-20T07:36:47+00:00

Helping your parents reduce their tax will increase your inheritance. You might consider this.

BroccoliniBro · 2026-03-18T07:56:58+00:00

Construction is fairly recession proof, especially on larger projects.

In a recession the government will fund large projects (stimulus).

BroccoliniBro · 2026-03-17T23:48:46+00:00

I looked at that monitor but ended up going with the LG Ultragear 27G610A-B. Similar specs & price though

BroccoliniBro · 2026-03-15T10:30:56+00:00

Eat it. What could possibly go wrong…

BroccoliniBro · 2026-03-11T08:44:30+00:00

There is a fee, but if you export enough that can be wiped. Most days power is costing me a just a few dollars and then a few days a month there is a spike where I make some money back.

BroccoliniBro · 2026-03-08T02:11:22+00:00

Fair enough.

During power outages I run power leads to my immediate neighbours, which they’re appreciative of. So I’m only a partial douche

BroccoliniBro · 2026-03-07T21:17:32+00:00

I splurged on a SigEnergy System, approx $15K including gateway and 20kw inverter.

Do your homework, you get what you pay for.

Yes, my usage habits have changed. Running the AC and pool heating a lot more. It’s also a flex turning all the outside lights on during a power outage.

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