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SMS through the internet

I don't know an actual app off the top of my head, but I bet if you checked out android app store you'd find something with this capability. EDIT: looks like airdroid or mightytext is worth a look....

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Pay Mrs D instead..?

Quote: Originally Posted by Paul@PFI (Post 1286494) PSI rules, alienation of income and.......Part IVA. You may be surprised how often the ATO will check if Mrs D works in the business. when doing a...

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Netflix

Quote: Originally Posted by MTR (Post 1286461) I am with Optus, however it is the Australian version on Netflix Don't be too discouraged by the naysayers. It won't be as limited as they say. I've been...

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SMS through the internet

Quote: Originally Posted by NatMerc (Post 1287818) Thanks for all your help SS's, just found a website who charges 4c a message which is half the price we were paying before. David Who? ......

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TV point

Quote: You have to make a hole there for the outlet. The wire is run through the roof and then down the wall cavity with fish tape. Cavity in a single brick wall? Quote: Originally Posted by MTR (Post...

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TV point

Quote: Originally Posted by MTR (Post 1288176) Shame, dont want this. So looks like I dont have any other options, damn it. thanks all I was editing my reply when you commented. IF you're lucky there...

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TV point

Quote: Originally Posted by Biz (Post 1288224) You run the conduit first and then just weave the bricks through over the top. :cool: You've got to be joking. Quote: Originally Posted by Tano (Post...

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Do I need an Ethernet splitter ?

No, splitting like you say won't work, you'd need a router or switch. https://www.ple.com.au/ViewItem.aspx...yItemId=601187 Surely your printer also has a USB plug as well? If not, a new printer is...

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Do I need an Ethernet splitter ?

Quote: Originally Posted by redsquash (Post 1288501) BTW New brother HL-L2380DW laser printer, wireless incapable of connecting to this network, but home network is non problem It has wireless? Set it...

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brick veneer property perth

Obviously the current vendor feels the resale value is the same as a comparable double brick house, otherwise it would be advertised cheaper. POSITIVES: Easier Renos & repairs. NEGATIVES: You can...

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Perth Meetup

I'll be out of town. Keen to catch up with the handful of you I know again sometime, though.

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brick veneer property perth

Quote: Originally Posted by tyrone (Post 1289766) Is there a way of finding out if it's insulated properly? Pull off a wall plate from a light switch or power point or antenna or something and see...

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Guarantee Loan

Quote: Originally Posted by Corey Batt (Post 1290277) You've pretty much got it down pat. Here's an example of how I generally set them up: 500k purchase, 25k government charges. Loan 1 (secured...

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Finance Clause in WA

If they're in a hurry and panic about your finance taking it's time, let them know that even with a couple of weeks extension, you will still be settling a lot sooner than if they re-advertised, signed...

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To dig or not to dig? (timing query)

Quote: Originally Posted by ulvit (Post 1291009) ...because of changes required to engineering (nothing to do with foundations)... While I don't know what your engineering problem is, any sort of...

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Bassendean council WA, asking for zoning change

Just commenting here to because I'm interested in the replies you'll get. I like your reasoning. (I don't like your chances, but I don't know anything about town planning)

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Netflix

Quote: Originally Posted by Mr. Fabulous (Post 1291161) Based on your list, the Australian Netflix subscription is priced too high by $8.98 a month. Quote: Originally Posted by MTR (Post 1291177) Just...

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Netflix

Quote: Originally Posted by bbmick (Post 1291507) The reason for the differences in content is due to popularity in the different countries. If you want more UK stuff, than you change your DNS to a UK...

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Can we buy a property in our son's name?

Do you have enough equity in your own property to borrow the entire amount against that. You could then "loan" him the cash and he could pay outright for the house. You would obviously have to have...

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Can we buy a property in our son's name?

Quote: Originally Posted by Jake D (Post 1291518) (please don't hit me, Terry) Quote: Originally Posted by Terry_w (Post 1291562) This would probably be the best suggestion so far - as long as...

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Netflix

Quote: Originally Posted by redwing (Post 1291612) Do you expect Netflix to target some of these US content streamers once they are in OZ? Nah, this happens in a bunch of countries and Netflix are...

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Smartphones

Quote: Originally Posted by Mr. Fabulous (Post 1291647) For example, if I get an email with attachments, d/l the attachment to the phone, then the file gets synced to my laptop. Just use IMAP to...

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Smartphones

Quote: Originally Posted by Terry_w (Post 1291668) Don't go Apple. Security features means its very hard to connect to a new computer, can't access file directories and you have to use the silly and...

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Smartphones

Quote: Originally Posted by bbmick (Post 1291695) I use a Moto G gen2 and find it adequate to do anything I want. These are a great bang-for-buck phone. No crappy samsung software tacked on either. I...

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Smartphones

Quote: Originally Posted by geoffw (Post 1291736) One big fail for android is that it doesn't have an Australian keyboard. Quote: Originally Posted by Kinnon Bell (Post 1291740) I have a keyboard app...

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Footy Tipping comp?

I've signed up. Luckily it's the site we use at work so I only have to enter my tips once. Cheers!

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Can I buy 3 properties with 350k?

Quote: Originally Posted by marg4000 (Post 1295882) Why not go slowly. Buy one property with 20% deposit and see how you go. Renting out properties is not for everyone, and you will soon get an idea...

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Can I buy 3 properties with 350k?

Quote: Originally Posted by oc1 (Post 1295961) Westminster would buy 10 developments sites, some with options. Have a chat with her. She's super keen to help. Yeah she would do exactly that. I doubt...

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Perth - 3 unit/villa development

Quote: Originally Posted by Tano (Post 1296018) I have also heard that city of Fremantle is bad for developments. Does anyone know precisely why? NIMBYs? ...

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building on piles in WA

Quote: Originally Posted by cd83 (Post 1296153) My understanding is you can go to within 0.6m of sewer with piles. Most engineers will specify them spaced 2-2.5m along the wall adjacent the sewer so...

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Bad Friday

If they don't understand why the death of Christ would be good, they're missing the whole message. Even Weeds got it.

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building on piles in WA

Quote: Originally Posted by Tano (Post 1296285) Once the piles are installed , are you aware if there are any additional builder costs for running the slab over these piles? I am trying to work out...

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Question about loans against equity

I've commented in red. My answers are super basic and make asumptions, but hopefully it makes sense and get get you started. I Quote: Originally Posted by Radicals (Post 1296426) My knowledge gap; 1)...

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Question for people on low incomes

If I were you, I'd hit up a broker and ask them to calculate it for you. Banks' calculators can be quite generous and not take much of your personal situation into account. A broker wants to get you a...

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Capital rich (relatively) but income poor

Quote: Originally Posted by rizzle (Post 1296686) What about us peasants that are income poor and asset poor :D Oh look, I'm not the only one!

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Have you consider where your super goes when you die?

Quote: Originally Posted by Xenia IM (Post 1296812) Where does it go Terry? I also came here for the answer.

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Retaining Walls- Perth

Limestone, panel & post, mass brick, or something else? Is it on a boundary? Is there existing buildings? Will it have buildings over or near it? Will it have a fence over? A parking space? What is...

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Retaining Walls- Perth

If you decide panel & post is the way to go, my thoughts are here.

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Torrenting Possible Fines

Quote: Originally Posted by Tim86 (Post 1297177) Luckily I'm not with iinet... What's missing from many of the reports about this is that iinet aren't the only ISP handing over information. They are...

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Torrenting Possible Fines

Quote: Originally Posted by Tim86 (Post 1298309) Hopefully that will encourage tenants not to download illegally. You can quite easily block certain protocols with your router. It's basically an...

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Most fun jobs you've ever had

Worked as a concierge in Observation City Hotel (Scarborough Beach, Perth). A bunch of 18-21 yo boys with all-access to a luxury hotel, room service, bars, and all the valet cars, what could possibly...

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Most fun jobs you've ever had

Quote: Originally Posted by MTR (Post 1299297) Nothing, unless of course you got stuck into the alcohol:eek: Of course we did.

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Building First Home

I'm not saying you won't get useful answers here on somersoft, but I think you'll find a lot of really helpful in-depth answers over at the homeone forum. You'll also see a lot of members detailing...

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Perth meetup - Saturday, June 20th

I'm keen, will have to check the calendar a little closer to the date though.

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convert lounge to bedroom

Quote: Originally Posted by AlmostBob (Post 1301102) Build and plaster a closet with the wall, not much labour Quote: Originally Posted by Scott No Mates (Post 1301146) Power? Lighting? ? No, he's...

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Fixing wrong financing plan

Tax deductability of the interest of a loan depends on the PURPOSE of the loan. Not on the SECURITY. You can use the SECURITY of your existing house to get a loan for the PURPOSE of some other...

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Netflix

Quote: Originally Posted by Snoopy (Post 1302492) I am a sports nut though and have to figure out how I will get my sports fix. Take a footy down the park and have a kick.

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Could someone help me with this sewage plan?

Line is most likely part of an arrow indicating the direction of flow for the sewer main below it.

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Netflix

Stop using Hola.

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Netflix

Quote: Originally Posted by Tim86 (Post 1324022) Thanks for the heads up. Just removed hola. So is there a safe alternative? uflix looks great.

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