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Optus Go Places Mobile App Offers Restaurant Discounts

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3:30PM October 6, 2011 | Angus Kidman

Fancy 20 per cent off at a nearby restaurant? Optus’ new Go Places app includes discount vouchers for “thousands” of restaurants — but the vouchers themselves aren’t free. More »


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Eat Safe Identifies Risky Restaurants Near You

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10:00AM November 18, 2010 | Angus Kidman

Android: When picking a restaurant, it’s good to know that it hasn’t been busted for food safety violations. Eat Safe identifies restaurants that have been the subject of food safety investigations in the past. More »


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Get The Bill Early When Eating Out While Losing Weight

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10:00AM June 30, 2010 | Angus Kidman

If you’re trying to lose weight (or maintain the weight you’re at) then dining out can be a particular challenge. Make sure you’re not tempted by dessert with a simple strategy: get the bill as soon as your main course is delivered. More »


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Know When To Avoid The Restaurant Special

7:00AM September 3, 2009 | Azadeh Ensha

So you’re seated at the restaurant of your choosing when the waiter approaches and asks if you’d like to hear the daily specials. Here’s what you should know before plunking down for that filet mignon or other chef’s special. More »


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Avoid Unhygienic Restaurants With National Food Safety Lists

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1:00PM May 28, 2009 | Angus Kidman

If you’re going to splurge on dining out, the last thing you want to worry about is food poisoning. Eat healthy (in both senses) with our national guide to lists of restaurants served with penalty notices. More »


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Name And Shame Food List Highlights Unhygenic Restaurants

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12:00PM May 26, 2009 | Angus Kidman

Trying out new restaurants is part of the fun of eating out, but how can you be sure that the venue adheres strictly to food hygiene laws? If you live in NSW, the answer is easy: you can search an online ‘name and shame’ register of restaurants served with penalties for health violations. More »