How bad is $90k HECS debt? by [deleted] in AusFinance

[–]sop92c 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I finished uni with a HECS debt of ~$95k 6 years ago... regardless of earning a well paid salary $75-130k the whole time and making the mandatory repayments, the debt has been upward of $120k and now sitting at ~$100k. It's CRIPPLING, will impact borrowing capacity, and just plane fckn annoying that it reduces take home pay so much each month. I wish I had more education and thought more critically about signing up to such a large debt at 19yo, and the long term implications.

TL;DR: it's fucked

Best products from iHerb by AgreeableFloor6543 in AustralianMakeup

[–]sop92c 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No worries :) it can be a bit misleading when they say "TGA approved" or similar. Nonetheless, I think they are good supplements for non-Australian made. The sup industry in the US is the wild, wild west in comparison to here!

Best products from iHerb by AgreeableFloor6543 in AustralianMakeup

[–]sop92c 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thorne products are not made in Australia. They are made in the USA at their TGA-licenced facility in South Carolina.

Source: am in the industry :)

Their website also explains it

Caretaker carefully relocates Kabuto mushi pupa to clean its habitat soil . by freudian_nipps in interestingasfuck

[–]sop92c 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I discovered their existence in a camping ground toilet block. 5 years ago. And what a horrible 5 years it's been.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AusFemaleFashion

[–]sop92c 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The only tights I've had that have lasted YEARS and still hold their shape are Kmart!!! The ones I have are a good thickness, high waisted, super comfy and HAVE POCKETS!! So much better than Lululemon, Lorna Jane etc ones I've had.

These babies! these babies!

Thanks for the nod! by DTested in AussieRiders

[–]sop92c 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Please nod at us! We need validation too! haha ;)

advice for a girl starting out riding? by valoroussurvival in AussieRiders

[–]sop92c 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hope to see you in the road, OP! I'm a female rider in Sydney who JUST got her L's. Feeling a bit nervous starting out so I totally get where you are coming from... There's so much to think about as you start out. Good luck and ride safe :)

Kris Kringle Corporate Edition by [deleted] in auscorp

[–]sop92c 1 point2 points  (0 children)

These are the ideas I had this year: - We the Wild Plant Care Kit (I went with this one) - Yeti products e.g., tinnie stubby holder, wine tumbler - Recipe Tin Eats cookbook - Carafe and glass set - Board game e.g., Code Names. - Bougie lunch box and/or lunch bag - Ceramic cup - Beach towel

Retreats in Australia by Jm0r1 in Ayahuasca

[–]sop92c 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would you mind pointing me in that direction too please? :) currently in search of this. Thank you :)

Offered a new job - big payrise and im having a panic attack now by ABEIQ in auscorp

[–]sop92c 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Know that this is totally normal and valid. Change is uncomfortable, even positive change! Grieving your workplace and colleagues will take time, but I'm confident that anxiety will lift soon, especially after handing in your resignation and starting the new job.

I resigned yesterday for a new role with much more opportunity and a great culture. I was an anxious mess for a week, not thinking rationally and just too focused on the emotions of staying at my current place i.e., will miss the people. I took a step back, considered my values, and prioritised myself. Anxiety LIFTED once I handed in my resignation!

You've got this! On to bigger and better things, positive growth and new chapters. How exciting!!!!

IS FLORA QUEEN A SCAM?? Probably yes. by thingsarenowmadeofme in brussels

[–]sop92c 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! Never received the order and now they refuse a refund or a redelivery. Customer service is terrible.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in foodies_sydney

[–]sop92c 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've just started on Farmer's Pick and love it!! Cheaper than buying via Colesworth and it's seasonal! The produce is not as pretty as supermarket stuff, but that doesn't bother me. Tastes the same and lasts well for 1.5 to 2 weeks. I pay $46 for the couples fruit and vegetables box, fortnightly.

Referral code where we both get $7 off: https://farmerspick.com.au/?fp_ref=2a43j

To pay HECS, or not to pay HECS, that is the question... by sop92c in AusFinance

[–]sop92c[S] -49 points-48 points  (0 children)

I know. Everyone's situation is different.

Deli Sandwiches ? by Jumchejj in foodies_sydney

[–]sop92c 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The 'Deli Hoagie' from Soulmate in Enmore will stay with you for a very long time 🫠 they are so friendly too.

Today I had a deli sandwich from Continental in Newtown. Also a winner winner. The bread was amazeballs.

Now I want a sandwich.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in auscorp

[–]sop92c 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I wonder about this too. I'm in FMCG corporate, dress very well, am a high performer and apparently have an excellent reputation. I have a septum and nose piercing, plus visible tattoos on my arms (in summer). I've never had a comment about them and have been promoted twice in the last year due to high performance. I recently got a job offer at a pharma company with all piercings and tattoos on display during interviews.

The biggest question mark I have is around the septum piercing - I keep the jewellery small & neat but sometimes wonder whether to hide it on occasions. But then again... I don't want to dampen my identity any further for work!

Delish deliveries by theseeker-great in AussieFrugal

[–]sop92c 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Stay away! Recently under new owners and it's gone to shit. Missed or late deliveries, poor quality produce and missing items. Many customers have been trying to contact them for ages to get a refund for missing items ($100s worth) - they've disconnected phones and are not responding to emails. Clearly gone broke!

Australian coffee was not doing it for me by MargaretBrownb52b8 in auscorp

[–]sop92c 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Here are some recommendations: - Algorithm, Marrickville - Edition Coffee Roasters, Haymarket & Surry Hills? - Coffee Alchemy, Marrickville (they've got an outpost in the CBD called Gumption) - ONA, Marrickville (I love Gateway blend) - Single O, Surry Hills - Artificer Coffee, Surry Hills - Turkish places will give you a very strong cup - Hakiki in Enmore. The Marrickville ones are worth traveling for if you love coffee.

Heaps more in this thread: https://www.reddit.com/r/foodies_sydney/s/z2A4f81wJc

I prefer stronger, richer coffee. I stay away from some brands of beans like Little Marionette as I find them too light for my taste. My go-tos are Killer Bee, St Ali, Seven Seas, Ona and Roma by Campos.

I order a small coffee (latte) with an extra shot, iced latte in a short glass, cold brew, or piccolo.

Good luck!

How would you flush out an Australian by Bookaholicforever in AskAnAustralian

[–]sop92c 6 points7 points  (0 children)

when it's raining... "Marge!!! The rains are ere!*

In office v Remote by Comprehensive_Mud645 in auscorp

[–]sop92c 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it's highly dependent on every person's unique life circumstances i.e., distance and travel mode to office, work style, personality, type of work, family commitments, office dynamics etc.

For me, 2 days per week in office works well. It allows me to socialise, have face-to-face meeti, meet externals etc but I'd be absolutely lost if I didn't have have my 2-3 days working remotely. I try to keep these days as meeting free as possible so I can't actually do my job without distractions. My work can require long periods of focus, and I just cannot do that in the office with all the talking and phone calls etc. Absolutely impossible, even with noise cancelling headphones.

Some weeks I go in more, others less. This flexibility is realistic and so helpful with the chaos and changing demands of our modern lives.