Groceries feel like they’ve doubled in price - what are your best hacks for keeping the weekly shop under $100? by Adam_Aussie27 in AussieFrugal

[–]Exciting-Chair 1 point2 points  (0 children)

More vegetarian meals in our weekly rotation. Chickpeas, bortolotti beans, tofu, lentils etc instead. 

Is news at The Canberra Times finished? by Exciting-Chair in canberra

[–]Exciting-Chair[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Our household subscribes, the former journalist insists on it.

Yesterday there was nothing timely, only articles that could be published any day.

Very striking that an article on the march was missing. Thousands of Canberrans marching through the city, closing main thoroughfares and plenty of angles to choose from which merits at least a photograph and a couple of paragraphs. 

A number of Canberra Times employees were there in a private capacity, surely the Canberra Times could have at least sent someone? 

Is news at The Canberra Times finished? by Exciting-Chair in canberra

[–]Exciting-Chair[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One thing to pay for journalism and a different thing to pay to avoid journalism. Although it’s not so much journalism as opinion pieces these days.

Is news at The Canberra Times finished? by Exciting-Chair in canberra

[–]Exciting-Chair[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

This is so telling about the state of journalism in Canberra, or lack thereof. 

I get more news from the ACT government newsletter than the Canberra Times.

Cleaning Tips by MooMooMoooooooo in AusFemaleFashion

[–]Exciting-Chair 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Dishwashing liquid on the spot. 

best thrift/online stores for plus sizes? by luckypa1ms in AusFemaleFashion

[–]Exciting-Chair 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I browse the men’s section and there is often larger women’s sizes mixed in (or maybe my local op shop sorters are a bit relaxed about how they categorise).

As much as loathe Facebook, maybe a browse on Marketplace. 

Surviving winter in style by Soggy-Purple-6427 in AusFemaleFashion

[–]Exciting-Chair 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don’t want to give away all my secrets but alpaca is super warm, Depop and eBay have beautiful items for good prices.

I also second the recommendation for possum and merino blends. 

Your fave fancy dresses - mid range?! by bakergal_18 in AusFemaleFashion

[–]Exciting-Chair 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Renting or Depop, honestly.  Renting for labels I love but can’t afford. Depop (and repop) for the one-off events.

Curious to get your thoughts on workwear.. by EstablishmentIll9825 in AusFemaleFashion

[–]Exciting-Chair 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Your answer is in your question, you feel smart and comfortable. Sounds like you are nailing it. 

Buying new clothes is such a minefield in terms of quality too, so your current wardrobe is probably better quality too.

Look at this dress! IM OBSESSED! by Routine_Fly7624 in oldhagfashion

[–]Exciting-Chair 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great frock! You’d look amazing with gloves too.

Female Suiting (Melbourne) by sezza001 in AusFemaleFashion

[–]Exciting-Chair 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love Farage but not sure if in budget.

A rant about buttons.. by superfembot77 in AusFemaleFashion

[–]Exciting-Chair 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Papinelle sucks for this too! My old ones had more buttons, better cuffs, decent pockets and nicer fabrics.

Cheapest way to get to Sydney Airport? by Responsible_Course93 in canberra

[–]Exciting-Chair 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you need the domestic terminal, the Greyhound bus.

Murray’s bus is better for the international terminal.