Friday Finds: Win tickets to the Red Hot Summer Tour
Every Friday we do the searching so you don’t have to. From competitions and travel inspiration to clever buys, money-saving tips and things you might not know, here are five fresh finds worth discovering this week.
Win of the Week: Win tickets to the Red Hot Summer Tour
Love classic Australian rock? This week’s competition could have your name on it.
GOLD104.3 (and GOLD101.7, GOLD96FM and CRUISE1323) is giving listeners the chance to win tickets to the Red Hot Summer Tour, headlined by Australian Crawl and featuring an all-star line-up of home-grown music legends.
Whether you’re reliving the soundtrack of your younger years or simply looking for a great day out, it’s a prize well worth entering.
Find out more: GOLD104.3 – Win tickets to the Red Hot Summer Tour (closes mid August)
Escape of the Week: Explore the Eyre Peninsula
We love the amazing travel deals our sister site, Travel at 60, uncovers — and this week’s pick is perfect for anyone who enjoys breathtaking scenery, incredible wildlife and great local food.
This fully escorted small-group journey across South Australia’s Eyre Peninsula takes travellers through one of Australia’s most spectacular coastal regions. Highlights include dramatic cliffs, pristine beaches, fresh seafood, national parks and the chance to experience the relaxed charm of a destination many Australians have never explored.
With the planning taken care of and a small group of like-minded travellers, it’s an easy way to discover one of the country’s true hidden gems.
Find out more: Travel at 60 – Small Group Journey Across the Eyre Peninsula
Best Buy of the Week: ALDI’s cosy cotton comforter is back
With winter well and truly here (especially in Melbourne, where it’s currently 6 degrees celcius as I write this), ALDI is bringing back one of its popular seasonal buys.
The Kirkton House Cotton Comforter Puff is designed to provide lightweight warmth and everyday comfort, making it a handy option for refreshing the bedroom without spending a fortune. Available in a choice of sizes, it’s one of those practical winter buys that tends to disappear quickly once shoppers spot it.
Like many ALDI Special Buys, stock is limited, so if it’s on your shopping list, it’s worth heading in sooner rather than later.
Find out more: ALDI – Kirkton House Cotton Comforter Puff.
Money Saver of the Week: Small changes can lead to big savings
Saving money doesn’t always mean making big sacrifices.
MoneySmart says simple habits such as setting a weekly budget, reviewing subscriptions you no longer use, planning meals before shopping and comparing prices before making purchases can add up over time.
It also recommends paying yourself first by automatically transferring a small amount into savings each payday. Even modest contributions can make a noticeable difference over the course of a year.
Sometimes it’s the little changes that have the biggest impact.
Find out more: MoneySmart – Simple ways to save money.
Did You Know? You can exercise from your chair in just 10 minutes
If you’ve been meaning to become more active but don’t know where to start, this free online workout could be the gentle nudge you need.
Recreation therapist Jules has created a 10-minute beginner chair exercise class on YouTube, designed specifically for people who have been sedentary, older people wanting to regain confidence with movement, and even carers supporting someone living with dementia.
There’s no equipment required — just a sturdy chair or even the couch — and the easy-to-follow routine focuses on improving strength, flexibility and mobility at your own pace.
It might just become the healthiest 10 minutes of your day.
Watch it here: 10-Minute Beginner Chair Exercise Workout on YouTube
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