Category Archives: Shopping

ALDI: Folding Laundry Trolley $19.99

Posted on 22/07/2011 by AlanM52

Add convenience to your washing with this folding laundry trolley Suitable for round or rectangle baskets Wife happy with the purchase, Pixie keep her company hanging out the washing.

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ALDI: Bought a few items

Posted on 09/06/2011 by AlanM52

No particular immediate need for any of them, just stocking up the work shop. Pipe Wrench or Bolt Cutter $ 14.99 Choose from 450mm Bolt Cutter with drop forged steel blades or 1.5” Pipe Wrench with inductive hardened teeth Pipe … Continue reading →

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ALDI: Ceramic Fan Heater $19.99

Posted on 26/05/2011 by AlanM52

Last winter we purchased a ceramic fan heater from Sam’s Warehouse that looked similar to the one below: Older kid was over one evening and spotted the heater, turned it on and checked it out. Nice heater…so she took it … Continue reading →

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Another printer purchase

Posted on 20/05/2011 by AlanM52

Had to purchase another printer! The Canon MP640 which is not even 12 months old has a blocked print head. Tried all the usual things even used an ultrasonic cleaner – no go. So off to the market and purchased … Continue reading →

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ALDI: Telescopic Tree Pruner $26.99

Posted on 12/05/2011 by AlanM52

SK5 steel, non stick coated cutting blade Includes saw attachment Telescopic aluminium pole Ideal for sawing or lopping hard to reach places Extendable up to 255cm This should be nice addition to the garden tools, got home from shopping and … Continue reading →

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ALDI: Digital Caliper $19.99

Posted on 11/04/2011 by AlanM52

Measuring capacity: 0-150mm Large 6 digit LCD display Sliding wheel for precise adjustment Includes storage case Although I have had a good quality vernier caliper for many years decided to get one as the eyes even with close-up glasses have … Continue reading →

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ALDI: Indoor Remote Control Sockets $24.99

Posted on 27/03/2011 by AlanM52

Set consists of 4 x remote sockets (2 with dimmer function) and 1 x remote control Batteries included Indoor use only Setup three of them around the lounge and dining areas to control table and floor lamps – works well. … Continue reading →

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ALDI: Corner Sander 105W

Posted on 20/01/2011 by AlanM52

No load speed: 11,000 OPM Durable Double insulated Impact resistant housing Pad size: 140 x 140 x 80mm Includes 5 x sanding pads

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SYMA S006G Alloy Shark Gyro 3Ch RC Helicopter

Posted on 03/01/2011 by AlanM52

I found this heli difficult to fly. Actually I never really got to fly the beast because I could never get off the floor high enough to clear the ground effect thing. I returned and they kindly agreed to fix  … Continue reading →

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ALDI: Adjustable Painting Easel

Posted on 22/12/2010 by AlanM52

Adjustable wooden easel up to 190cm Telescopic legs Adjustable rake for vertical and horizontal painting Easily folds together for easy carrying and storage Leather carry handle and strap

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