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Sky News AU
6 hours ago
- Politics
- Sky News AU
Liberal Party's death ‘greatly exaggerated' and Tasmania is a ‘bright spot'
Sky News host Peta Credlin has paraphrased a Mark Twain quote to say reports of the Liberal Party's death are 'greatly exaggerated' and Tasmania is 'certainly a bright spot'. 'To be honest, reviewing themselves around and around in circles doesn't help. Yes, a serious campaign review is absolutely needed, but multiple reviews at a federal level, as well as all the state ones they're doing, risk being an excuse for inertia,' Ms Credlin said. 'With obsessions like gender quotas and US-style primaries to choose the new round of candidates, it can easily look as if the Liberals are only focused on internals of the party and what impacts them as politicians, rather than what's facing Australian families and small businesses.'
Leader Live
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
Tesco shopper's hack to get free items with food shop
One savvy Tesco shopper has discovered you can claim free full-sized items just by using two magic words on the supermarket's app or website. Becky Jest (@beckyjest_) took to TikTok to share how she managed to recently bag a free Bonne Maman chocolate spread (250g) that tastes 'like Ferrero Rocher in a tub'. The Bonne Maman tub is currently on sale at Tesco for £3.60. In a video, she revealed: 'You go onto your app, it has to be an online shop, in the search bar type in 'free samples' and it shows you all the free samples you can get with your shop.' You simply add the items available to your online basket, just as you would with any other products you want to buy. Becky also stated that the free items are subject to availability and you must spend a minimum of £50 for the offer to be valid. She also told her social media followers that the offers may vary depending on your location. Someone who tried the freebie hack commented on Becky's TikTok: 'I got it and the water. the other week there was none when I searched so just lucky with availability.' Another added: 'Omg that's so cool.' This account said: 'It's amazing for a free sample - was pleasantly surprised.' Meanwhile, TikTok money-saving enthusiast Katy Kicker (@katykicker), who 'loves to help people save money,' also showed Tesco shoppers the 'cool' free samples deal that can be added to your next home delivery shop. Recommended reading: Tesco cuts some same-day delivery fees and adds 15,000 slots for summer Tesco shoppers slam 'awful' new US-style trolleys 'waste of money' amid trial How to get £20 in Clubcard vouchers by using £5 worth of vouchers this month One of Katy's followers wrote: 'I never knew this love a free sample x.' Just some of the other recent free samples Tesco have been offering customers with their online orders include Comfort Scent Booster Elixir in Blue Skies (50ml) and Get More Vits Still Mango & Passionfruit drink (500ml). Did you know about this hack to claim free items with your online Tesco order? Let us know what you find the next time you shop.
South Wales Guardian
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- South Wales Guardian
Tesco shopper's hack to get free items with food shop
One savvy Tesco shopper has discovered you can claim free full-sized items just by using two magic words on the supermarket's app or website. Becky Jest (@beckyjest_) took to TikTok to share how she managed to recently bag a free Bonne Maman chocolate spread (250g) that tastes 'like Ferrero Rocher in a tub'. The Bonne Maman tub is currently on sale at Tesco for £3.60. In a video, she revealed: 'You go onto your app, it has to be an online shop, in the search bar type in 'free samples' and it shows you all the free samples you can get with your shop.' You simply add the items available to your online basket, just as you would with any other products you want to buy. Becky also stated that the free items are subject to availability and you must spend a minimum of £50 for the offer to be valid. She also told her social media followers that the offers may vary depending on your location. Someone who tried the freebie hack commented on Becky's TikTok: 'I got it and the water. the other week there was none when I searched so just lucky with availability.' Another added: 'Omg that's so cool.' This account said: 'It's amazing for a free sample - was pleasantly surprised.' Meanwhile, TikTok money-saving enthusiast Katy Kicker (@katykicker), who 'loves to help people save money,' also showed Tesco shoppers the 'cool' free samples deal that can be added to your next home delivery shop. Recommended reading: Tesco cuts some same-day delivery fees and adds 15,000 slots for summer Tesco shoppers slam 'awful' new US-style trolleys 'waste of money' amid trial How to get £20 in Clubcard vouchers by using £5 worth of vouchers this month One of Katy's followers wrote: 'I never knew this love a free sample x.' Just some of the other recent free samples Tesco have been offering customers with their online orders include Comfort Scent Booster Elixir in Blue Skies (50ml) and Get More Vits Still Mango & Passionfruit drink (500ml). Did you know about this hack to claim free items with your online Tesco order? Let us know what you find the next time you shop.
Metro
4 days ago
- Business
- Metro
Oliver Bonas to open first ever outlet store — with at least 30% off
Home to colourful knick-knacks, kitschy furnishings and statement accessories, Oliver Bonas has been a haven for middle-class shoppers since it opened in 1993. It's certainly no place for a minimalist. The British lifestyle brand is known for its eclectic mix of homeware, bedroom decor, quirky gifts, and, frankly, expensive price tags. But now, customers can look forward to buying its cult products at a healthy discount, as the high street chain is opening its first ever outlet store. From July 19, Oliver Bonas fans can get hold of the brand's full range of product categories, including homeware, fashion and jewellery — with most items available at a minimum 30% discount. The brand new, 2,438 sq ft store will be located on Gunwharf Quays, a waterfront retail park in Portsmouth. The shopping centre is currently home to over 90 outlet stores, including Polo Ralph Lauren, Boss, Coach, UGG, Nike and The White Company. Here, visitors can find products from their favourite premium brands for up to 60% off, and there's also plenty of restaurants, bars and cafes to relax in after a long day of bagging bargains. Yvonne Clay, centre director at Gunwharf Quays, said she's 'delighted' that Oliver Bonas has chosen the shopping centre for its first ever outlet store. 'This news not only reinforces Gunwharf Quays' position as a leading outlet shopping destination but also highlights the continued confidence in bricks-and-mortar retail that we're seeing,' she added. Meanwhile, Sevda Cankorur, head of retail at Oliver Bonas, commented: 'We're thrilled to be opening our very first outlet store at Gunwharf Quays. 'This is an exciting milestone for Oliver Bonas as we expand into the outlet space, making our joyful and design-led products more accessible to even more customers. 'Gunwharf Quays is a vibrant destination with a strong retail mix, and we're looking forward to sharing the Oliver Bonas experience at outlet prices.' Consumers aren't the only ones looking to cut costs either. UK supermarkets are trialling cheaper, US-style plastic trolleys in select branches, in an effort to gather feedback from customers. More Trending These designs are less attractive to thieves, who typically steal the metal carts in order to sell them on for scrap, potentially saving companies thousands in replacement costs every year. They're also said to be lighter and easier to steer, without the clattering noise traditional models can make as they're wheeled through the aisles. Not all shoppers are on board, however, and a Reddit post about the new trolleys has sparked disapproving replies. Some branded the move a 'waste of money', while one user predicted they trolleys would 'end up grubby and stinking very quickly'. Do you have a story to share? Get in touch by emailing MetroLifestyleTeam@ MORE: Tu sell-out designer-inspired bag is back in stock – and it's a bargain MORE: Every outfit Kate Middleton has worn at Wimbledon as she attends the 2025 finals MORE: I tried colour analysis and learned some harsh truths about my wardrobe
Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mirror
UK supermarkets make major change to trolleys - but shoppers are not impressed
Tesco is testing out the new trolley, which consists of metal legs and a plastic basket, in one store, while Waitrose is also introducing a new shopping device Two UK supermarkets have introduced US-style plastic shopping trolleys in stores. Tesco is testing out the new trolley, which consists of metal legs and a plastic basket, in its Sheffield Infirmary store. Meanwhile, posh rival Waitrose has introduced fully plastic trolleys in its Brent Cross store in London. Hannah Lewis, managing director of trolley supplier Formbar, told The Sun that she believes they will be popular with shoppers. She said: 'Trolleys are important, they are the first thing you see as you go into a supermarket. The plastic ones are more cost-effective to maintain, as well as being fully recyclable. 'We'll be seeing them much more in the future which I think people will like as they are easier to push around than the steel ones, and they are quieter too with no metal rattling sounds.' However, not all shoppers were convinced. Writing in a Reddit thread, one person said: "Cheaper. Less chance it gets nicked and scrapped." Another person said: "They ain't gonna last a week." But another shopper commented: "I don't see what's wrong. Plastic baskets on shopping trolleys have been a think in the US and many other countries for decades. They work just fine. Overall unit weight and price is reduced." Tesco has not revealed whether it will introduce the plastic trolleys to more stores, but a Waitrose spokesperson said: "This is a localised trial involving one shop but we have no plans to roll-out wider." It comes after Tesco confirmed it has made a major change to its delivery and click and collect slots this summer. All customers can now access eight weeks' worth of home delivery and click and collect slots across the UK, instead of the usual four weeks. On top of this, the supermarket has added 15,000 additional click and collect slots. Tesco has also removed the same-day charge from selected stores. According to the Tesco website, standard delivery charges range from £3 and £7 depending on location, while click and collect costs from free to £2, again depending on location. Tesco charges £7.99 a month for a six-month anytime delivery pass, which includes same-day delivery, or £6.99 a month if you sign up for 12 months. An off-peak pass - which is for deliveries after 3pm - costs £4.99 for six months, or £6.99 for 12 months. For click and collect, a six-month package is charged at £2.49 a month. Tesco also recently launched its F&F clothing range online. Shoppers used to be able to purchase Tesco clothing through its non-food Tesco Direct website - but this closed down in 2018. The collection was also once available to buy online through Next, until the retailer stopped selling F&F in January 2024.
