Welcome to the Simple Savings USA Newsletter
- Sad Sally, Happy Hanna: Surviving With a Stash
- August is 'Buy in Bulk' Month
- Tips From the Vault: Buying in Bulk
- Best of the Forum: The Secrets of Bulk Buys
- Penny's Blog: Secret Stash
- Sophie Gray: Meatball Mania
- Homeopathy Corner: Treating Autism Part 2
- From Last Month: Keeping it Spicy
- This Month's Help Request: Keeping Concrete Safe for Littlies
- Saving Story: Positive Thinking Lifts Financial Pressure
Click here for the July 2008 newsletter.
- Sad Sally, Happy Hanna: Excess Baggage
- July is 'Decluttering Month'
- Sophie Gray: Declutter Your Home and Primp Your Pantry
- Best of the Forum: Clutter Warriors
- Penny's Blog: You Either 'Get it' or You Don't
- Homeopathy Corner: Treating Autism
- From Last Month: Double Trouble Twin Gifts
- This Month's Help Request: Keeping it Spicy
- Saving Story: Debt Free and Never Happier
Click here for the June 2008 newsletter.
- Sad Sally, Happy Hanna: Spending Spiral
- June is 'National $21 Challenge' Month
- Sophie Gray: When Less Really is More
- Best of the Forum: Who Dares Wins
- Penny's Blog: Penny's Pantry & Freezer Stocktake
- Homeopathy Corner: Controlling Impulses
- From Last Month: Keeping Mould Away and Making Memories
- This Month's Help Request: Double Trouble Twin Gifts
- Saving Story: Wake Up With Simple Savings
Click here for the May 2008 newsletter.
- Sad Sally, Happy Hanna: Can Pete Fix It?
- Yes He Can!
- Sophie Gray: Fix Up Your Favourite Dishes
- Special Guest: Anita Bell
- Best of the Forum: Make Do, Mend and DIY
- Penny's Blog: The Vault Challenge
- Homeopathy Corner: An Alternative Fix
- From Last Month: Wasteful Housemate Drives Me Crazy!
- This Month's Help Request: Keeping Mould Away and Making Memories
- Saving Story: Quirky Ways to Live Off the Land
Click here for the April 2008 newsletter.
- Sad Sally, Happy Hanna: Who's Going Nude?
- April is No Landfill Month
- Sophie Gray: Waste Not, Want Not
- Bag a Simple Savings Bag!
- Special Guest: Anita Bell!
- Best of the Forum: Renew, Reuse and Recycle
- Penny's Blog: A Fool and His Money are Soon Parted
- Homeopathy Corner: Reducing Landfill
- From Last Month: Jam and Chutney Preserving
- This Month's Help Request: Wasteful Housemate Drives Me Crazy!
- Savings Story: Simple Steps to Get Organised Reaps Huge Rewards
Click here for the March 2008 newsletter.
- Sad Sally, Happy Hanna: Too Good to be True
- March is Retrain Your Brain Month!
- Introducing our NEW Special Guest - Anita Bell!
- Sophie Gray: Kick the Habit
- Best of the Forum: Motivate You AND Your Partner
- Penny's Blog: Be Sure Your Sins Will Find You Out
- Homeopathy Corner: When Confusion is a State of Mind
- From Last Month: Truckie Lunches and House Cladding
- This Month's Help Request: Jam and Chutney Preserving
- Saving Story: Skint But Stylish
Click here for the February 2008 newsletter.
- Sad Sally, Happy Hanna: Playing Catch Up
- February is No Spend Month!
- $1000 Cash Prize Up for Grabs!
- Sophie Gray: The Dinner Dilemma
- Best of the Forum: No Spend Experts
- Forum Bonus: Funniest Threads in the Forum
- Penny's Blog: Holier Than Thou
- Homeopathy Corner: Making Your Own
- From Last Month: Home Brew Secrets
- This Month's Help Request: Truckie Lunches and House Cladding
- Saving Story: A Family Investment
Click here for the January 2008 newsletter.
- Sad Sally, Happy Hanna: Camping Sally Style
- No Impulse Buy Month!
- Sophie Gray: Confessions of a Sneaky Mummy and How to Snack Smarter
- Best of the Forum: Habit Changing Inspiration
- Penny's Blog: In Search of Perfection
- Homeopathy Corner: Your First Prescription - Part 2
- From Last Month: Cheap Aquariums
- This Month's Help Request: Home Brew Secrets
- Saving Story: Sewing Course Investment for Life
Click here for the December 2007 newsletter.
- Sad Sally, Happy Hanna: Can't See the Wood for the Trees
- Benefits of Outdoor Living
- New Tipsheet: Camping on the Cheap
- Sophie Gray: Hi De Hi Campers
- Visions of Christmas Past
- Best of the Forum: Fashion and Beauty Bargains
- Penny's Blog: Disorganised Christmas
- Homeopathy Corner: Your First Prescription
- From Last Month: I Want to go Camping and Summer Treats
- This Month's Help Request: Cheap Aquariums
- Saving Story: Living on Less and DIY Blind Cleaning
Click here for the November 2007 newsletter.
- Sad Sally, Happy Hanna: One Germ at a Time
- Cheaper, Greener Lifestyle
- Printable: 2008 Wealthy Habits Planner
- Sophie Gray: Meaty Issues
- Best of the Forum: Challenges
- Penny's Blog: A New Commitment
- Homeopathy Corner: Preparing for Your Appointment
- From Last Month: Fast and Easy Costumes
- This Month's Help Request: I Want to go Camping and Summer Treats
- Saving Story: Grandmother's Skills Find New Purpose
Click here for the October 2007 newsletter.
- Sad Sally, Happy Hanna: A Breath of Fresh Air
- Spending Less on Cleaning
- Vault Download: Cleaning Tips and Recipes
- Sophie Gray - Rise and Shine: It's Breakfast Time
- Best of the Forum: Preparing for Christmas
- Penny's Blog: A Real 'Ray' of Sunshine
- Homeopathy Corner: How to Find a Good Homeopath
- From Last Month: After School Activities
and Low Cost Gifts for Primary Students - This Month's Help Request: Fast and Easy Costumes
- Saving Story: From Cashless to Comfortable
Click here for the September 2007 newsletter.
- Sad Sally, Happy Hanna: Caught Short
- Adding Up the Costs
- Vault Printables: How to Save for Something Special
- Sophie Gray: Sweet Treats for Dad
- Making Father's Day Special
- Best of the Forum: Gardening Gurus
- Penny's Blog: Successes and Failures
- Homeopathy Corner: Tutorial No. 12
- From Last Month: Buying First Car
- This Month's Help Requests: After School Activities
and Low Cost Gifts for Primary Students - Saving Story: Better Use of Space Saved Thousands
Click here for the August 2007 newsletter.
- Sad Sally, Happy Hanna: Keeping Up Appearances
- What Does Your Trolley Say About You?
- Sophie Gray: Posh Nosh for Not Much Dosh
- Best of the Savings Forum
- Penny's Blog: Ignorance is Bliss
- Homeopathy Corner: Prevention is Cheaper Than Cure
- From Last Month: Limes and Cubby Houses
- This Month's Help Request: Buying First Car
- SAVINGS STORY: Unloved Property Becomes Dream First Home
Click here for the July 2007 newsletter.
Below this point, the newsletters are the Australian versions, as our US newsletters began from July 2007.
Simple Savings has been helping families around the world save money since 2003! Our newsletter archives contain masses of information which can be used to make a big difference to your bank balance, no matter which country you live in. To get an idea of the many topics we have covered, and to learn many more terrific secrets to saving money, check out our Australian archives. We guarantee you'll find something for everyone!
- Sad Sally, Happy Hanna: Fast Track To Savings
- Guaranteed Savings with the $21 Challenge
- MEMBERS' TREAT: The $21 Challenge Survival Guide
- Sophie Gray: Running On Empty
- Rental Crisis
- Penny's Blog: Steel Resolve
- Homeopathy Corner: Tutorial No. 12
- From Last Month: Scrapbooking
- This Month's Help Request: Limes and Cubby Houses
- Saving Story: From Spendaholic to Debt-Free
Click here for the June 2007 newsletter.
- Sad Sally, Happy Hanna: Bagging a Bargain?
- Stop, Think and SAVE!
- Sophie Gray: Winter Bounty
- Start Planting Now!
- Penny's Blog: Feeling Rich
- Homeopathy Corner: Tutorial No. 11
- From Last Month: Timber Decking and Building a House
- This Month's Help Request: Scrapbooking Tips
- SAVINGS STORIES: Inspiration from the Forum
Click here for the May 2007 newsletter.
- Sad Sally, Happy Hanna: Clever Shopper
- Simple Savings Shopping Bags
- Sophie Gray: Mother's Day Menu for Men
- Kitchen Cleaning Tips
- Best of the Forum
- Penny's Blog: The REAL Secret
- Homeopathy Corner: Tutorial No. 10
- From Last Month: Subdividing, Party Food and Mosquitoes!
- This Month's Help Request: Timber Decking and Building a House
- SAVINGS STORY: Cut Work Hours and Prospered
Click here for the April 2007 newsletter.
- Sad Sally, Happy Hanna: Set to Impress?
- New Printables Added to the Vault
- Sophie Gray: How Sweet It Is
- Almost Free Entertainment Tips
- Penny's Blog: Beyond the Call of Duty
- Homeopathy Corner: Tutorial No. 9
- From Last Month: Painting House Interior
- This Month's Help Request: Subdividing, Party Food and Mosquitos!
- Savings Story: Nothing Silly About Carwash Savings!
Click here for the March 2007 newsletter.
- Sad Sally, Happy Hanna: Making Up For Mistakes
- Everyone Needs Memory Triggers
- Sophie Gray: Table For One
- Happy Cat Secrets
- Penny's Blog: Penny, Warrior Princess!
- Homeopathy Corner: Tutorial No. 8
- From Last Month: Cheap Shampoo and First Time Overseas
- This Month's Help Request: Painting House Interior
- Savings Story: Landscaping The Simple Savings Way!
Click here for the February 2007 newsletter.
- Sad Sally, Happy Hanna: The Last Straw?
- Guard Your Wallet
- Sophie Gray: Little Suckers!
- Money Saving Tricks for Uni Students
- Have a Frugal Valentine
- Penny's Blog: Keeping Things in Perspective
- Homeopathy Corner: Tutorial No. 7 - Provings
- From Last Month: Cleaning a Wedding Dress
- This Month's Help Request: Cheap Shampoo and First Time Overseas
- Savings Story: We have saved $161,000!
Click here for the January 2007 newsletter.
- Sad Sally, Happy Hanna: Credit-free Christmas?
- Visions of Christmas Past
- 'Tis the Season! With Sophie Gray
- Site Improvements This Month
- Penny's Blog: Eat Your Heart Out Scrooge!
- Homeopathy Corner: Tutorial No. 6
- From Last Month: Feel Good Shopping
- This Month's Help Request: Cleaning a Wedding Dress
- Savings Story: Changing Simple Habits Saves $10,000!
Click here for the December 2006 newsletter.
- Sad Sally, Happy Hanna: The End of the World is Nigh!
- Save Money and Help the Planet
- FREE! 2007 Wealthy Habits Planner
- Money Saving Master Plan - With Sophie Gray
- Penny's Blog: Santa's Little Helper
- Best of the Forum
- Homeopathy Corner: Tutorial No. 5
- From Last Month: CSIRO and Child Proofing Products
- This Month's Help Request: Feel Good Shopping
- Savings Story: Support Local Growers and Save
Click here for the November 2006 newsletter.
- Sad Sally, Happy Hanna: Little Bits Add Up
- The Save-O-Meter
- Radio Show: Transcripts
- Out of the Cold with Sophie Gray (includes FREE tip sheet)
- Penny's Blog: Forum Therapy
- Homeopathy Corner: Tutorial No. 4
- From Last Month: Comfy Pet Beds
- This Month's Help Request: CSIRO and Child Proofing Products
- Savings Story: Saved $39,400 on Fencing
Click here for the October 2006 newsletter.
- Sad Sally, Happy Hanna: Blowing the Bonus
- Invest in the Future
- Liven Up Your Lunch With Sophie Gray
- Fresh Wealthy Habits
- Penny's Blog: Mother Hen
- Homeopathy Corner: Tutorial No. 3
- From Last Month: Job Hunting and Snow Holiday
- This Month's Help Request: Comfy Pet Beds
- Savings Story: Turning My Life Around and Lifting the Weight of Credit
Click here for the September 2006 newsletter.
- Sally & Hanna: Allergy-Free, Stress-Free
- Low Cost Allergy-Free Living
- Cooking for Allergic Guests, by Sophie Gray
- Always a Good Time of Year to Save!
- Penny's Blog - More Haste, Less Speed
- Homeopathy Corner: Tutorial No. 2
- From Last Month: Clothes for Smaller Frames
and Getting Rid of Tobacco Smells - This Month's Help Requests: Job Hunting and Snow Holiday
- Savings Stories: Demolishing Renovation Costs and It Pays to Advertise
Click here for the August 2006 newsletter.
- Sally & Hanna: Who is Cooking Dinner?
- Shrinking Power Bills
- Real Savings for Seniors
- Penny's Blog - Lifesaving Holiday Hints
- Homeopathy Corner: Free Tutorials
- From Last Month: Creative Home Gymnastics
- This Month's Help Request: Clothes for Smaller Frames
and Getting Rid of Tobacco Smell - Savings Story: No More Redraws and Making Family Holidays Last Longer
Click here for the July 2006 newsletter.
- Sally & Hanna: Cooking Dinner
- Cooking on the Cheap
- FREE Printable Menu Planner
- Destitute Gourmet Books
- Penny's Blog: The $21 Challenge
- Homeopathy Corner: Immunisation Part 3
- From Last Month: Horsey Help and Gas Heating Alternatives
- This Month's Help Request: Creative Home Gymnastics
- Savings Stories: Home Show Discounts and
Self Sufficient Household Saves Thousands
Click here for the June 2006 newsletter.
- Sad Sally & Happy Hanna: Getting Ahead
- Time is Money
- Pretend Bargains
- Penny's Blog
- Homeopathy Corner:
- From Last Month: Green Thumb for Small Spaces
- This Month's Help Request: Horsey Help and Gas Heating Alternatives
- Savings Story: Cut Electricity Bill by $600
Click here for the May 2006 newsletter.
- Sad Sally & Happy Hanna: Join The Club
- Move Forward With a Little Help
- It's All in the Wash
- England, Here We Come!
- Penny's Blog
- Homeopathy Corner: Meningococcal Disease
- From Last Month: Keeping Creditors Happy
- This Month's Help Request: Green Thumb for Small Spaces
- Savings Story: Lesley Barber Update
Click here for the April 2006 newsletter.
- Sad Sally & Happy Hanna: Addicted to Debt
- Trapped in Debt
- Shopping Seasonally
- Penny's Blog: One Habit Down
- Homeopathy Corner: Epidemic Diseases
- From Last Month: Presents for Kids
- This Month's Help Request: Keeping Creditors Happy
- Savings Stories: Devious Savings and $25,000 Saved in Three Years
Click here for the March 2006 newsletter.
- Sally & Hanna: Life Catches Up
- How to Spend Less Than You Earn
- Becoming More Like Hanna: Prizes
- Penny's Blog: Confessions
- Why Homeopathy?
- From Last Month: Cool Rentals and Adding Value to Your Home
- This Month's Help Request: Kid's Birthday Presents
- Savings Story: Saved $5000 and bought car outright
Click here for the February 2006 newsletter.
- Sally & Hanna: Holiday Hangover
- Freedom from Seasonal Debt
- Protecting Kids from Sales Pitches
- Valentine Dates
- Penny's Blog
- Fixing Vaccine Damage
- Private Health Insurance
- Home Improvements
- Savings Story: $30 Date to Remember
Click here for the January 2006 newsletter.
- Sally & Hanna: Twelve Regrets of Christmas
- Gifts of Knowledge
- Tree Toppers
- Tummy Stoppers
- Penny's Blog: Christmas Confessions
- Festive Season Over-indulgence
- Simple Savings Recommends: New Directions
- How to Holiday with a Large Family
- Savings Story: Economical Family Weekend Holiday
Click here for the December 2005 newsletter.
- Sally & Hanna: Debt on Debt
- Savvy Christmas
- Giving the Gift of Time
- Free Tipsheets: eBay Tips and Handy Christmas Savings
- Broken Bones
- Simple Savings Recommends: WineRobot
- Celebrate Without Blowout
- Hearing Aid Batteries
Click here for the November 2005 newsletter.
- Sally & Hanna: Looking Good
- Money Grows on Trees
- Lose the Kilos, Keep the Dollars
- Getting Fit and Dropping Fat
- Activities for Large Groups
- New Tipsheet: Petrol Saving
- Saving Story: Leslie Barber and the 'Good Life'
Click here for the October 2005 newsletter.
- Sally & Hanna: Changing Habits
- Bad Habits and Sinkholes
- Father's Day and Wedding Preparations
- Retail Therapy
- Sinus Cleared for $230
- Wuggle Wear
- Line of Credit
- Vacuum Cleaners
Click here for the September 2005 newsletter.
- Sally & Hanna: Reducing Travel Time
- More Time for Dads
- Vouchers for Father's Day
- Cheap Activities for Dads and Kids
- $210 Solved Learning Problems
- Living on $50 Per Week
- Saving Story: Scrapping Non-Essentials
Click here for the August 2005 newsletter.
- Sally & Hanna: Banquet Budgets
- Best Low Cost Recipes
- Buy in Bulk With Your Tax Refund
- 19 Years of Pain Ended for $410
- New Tipsheet: Travel
- Gone Fishin'
- Saving Story: Dial A Box
Click here for the July 2005 newsletter.
- Sally & Hanna: Debt Free Living
- Small House, Happy Life
- Thriving on One Income
- Fast Cures for Middle Ear Infections!
- Unusual Names
- Denture Repairs
- Saving Story: A Better Way to Budget
Click here for the June 2005 newsletter.
- Sally & Hanna: Enjoying the Simple Pleasures
- Meet Penny Wise
- $290 Ended Bloated Belly and Food Cravings Forever!
- It's Beginning to Look Like Christmas
- Saving Incentives for Kids
- Affordable Renting
- Saving Story: A Simple Journey to a Better Life
Click here for the May 2005 newsletter.
- Sally & Hanna: Mum's the Word
- Homeopathy - The cheapest medicine
- $350 cured a violent child
- Free Awards to give your mum
- More New Tip Sheets
- Vitamins and Help for the Elderly
- To eBay or Not to eBay?
- Saving Story: Frugal Holidays
Click here for the April 2005 newsletter.
- Sally & Hanna: Sharing Easter
- Affordable Easter Fun
- Reuse, Repair and Recycle
- New Tip Sheets! Babies/Groceries/Aldi/Garage sales
- Retirement Gifts
- Saving Stories: Curtains and Kitchen Revamp
Click here for the March 2005 newsletter.
- Sally & Hanna: Enjoying Valentine's Day
- Happy Marriages and Healthy Relationships
- FREE: Valentine's Gifts
- An Extra $3,000 Could Be Yours This Year!
- Vinegar: The All-Purpose Household Wonder!
- Best Value, Worst Value
- Smaller Quantities, Same Price!
- Simple Savings Recommends: Destitute Gourmet
- Saving Story: Teenagers On The Telephone
Click here for the February 2005 newsletter.
- Sally & Hanna: Wedding Memories
- Spectacular Weddings! The Simple Savings Way!
- New Year, New You, Full Wallet!
- FREE: Gifts of Love Throughout the Year
- Savings in Tasmania
- Saving Story: Furniture Bargains
Click here for the January 2005 newsletter.
- Sally & Hanna: A Tale of Two Cars
- Christmas Gifts Under $1
- Huge Bargains at January Sales
- Buying Direct From China
- Savings Story: How to Get Huge Discounts
Click here for the December 2004 newsletter.
- Sally & Hanna: Working Overtime
- FREE: Simple Savings 2005 Calendar
- Beautiful Christmas Decorations
- Christmas Lunch: Impress Six People For $60
- Favourite Product Recipes
- Tips For First Dates
- Savings Story: I Saved $150 in 1 Month
Click here for the November 2004 newsletter.
- The Steps to Living in Paradise
- How to Reduce Your Phone Bills
- Best Online Pet Product Sites
- Online Clothes Shopping
- Saving Stories: The Value of Money and Bonus Discounts
Click here for the October 2004 newsletter.
- Watching Pennies Brings Freedom
- Never Pay Retail For Clothes
- Dining Discounts
- New: Free Tip Sheet Groceries
- Brown Bag Lunch Saving Ideas
- Purchasing Film and Developing Costs
- Savings Story: Happiness is Living Within Your Means
Click here for the September 2004 newsletter.
- Spare Money: An Extra $10,000
- Father's Day: Ways To Treasure Your Dad
- Cheap Delicious Vegetables
- Cleanskins Wine Competition Winner
- Economical Lactose Free Milk
- Savings Story: Home Price Guide Saved us Thousands
Click here for the August 2004 newsletter.
- Tax Cheque Spending Spree
- Be Clever, Snug and Warm
- Where To Buy The Cheapest New or Used Textbooks
- Too Shy To Ask For a Discount
- Saving Story: Our New Kitchen and Bathroom Cost $2500
Click here for the July 2004 newsletter.
- Avoiding Queues and Christmas Debt
- Gifts You Can Make For Next To Nothing
- Staying Healthy This Winter
- Cheapest Ways To Keep Chickens
- Saving Story: Saved $550 on Brand New Carpet
Click here for the June 2004 newsletter.
- Saving Money: Why It's Worth The Effort
- Found $10,000 In Lost Superannuation
- Big Savings On Caring For Your Cats And Dogs
- My Partner Spends So Much Money
Click here for the May 2004 newsletter.
- Affordable Holiday Fun
- Mother's Day: Beautiful Gifts For Under $10
- Finding Coupons And Discounts Online
- How To Become a Privileged Member Of Estee Lauder
- Affordable Holiday Fun
Click here for the April 2004 newsletter.
- Easter: Fantastic Gifts And Budget Treats
- Disposing Of Nasty Credit Card Limits
- How To Pay Less For Arts And Crafts Supplies
- The Prices Of Medicines Are About To Rise
- Discount Memberships At Seminars
- Learn How To Save Even More Money
- Catering For a 21st Birthday Party
- Saving Story: My $40 Baby
Click here for the March 2004 newsletter.
- Making Valentine's Day Special
- Reducing Your Meat Bill
- Saving Money On Vegetables
- Storing Vegetables
- Saving Money for Children and Easter
Click here for the February 2004 newsletter.
- Bad Habits and Other Sink-holes
- Fighting Summer Bugs and Bities
- Back-to-School Savings
- Savings Stories: Garage Sales and Losing Weight
- House-sitting, Tasmania and Backpacks
Click here for the January 2004 newsletter.
- Christmas Presents Under $1
- How to Make your Tree Look Beautiful
- Feeding the Christmas Hordes for Less
- Simple Savings Recommends Fuelwatch.com.au
- Saving Story: Saved $10,000 in Six Months
- Gluten-Free Flour
- Building a Fence
- Budget Holidays to Fraser Island
Click here for the December 2003 newsletter.
- Christmas Budget Saviours
- Great Gifts for Next to Nothing
- Check Out a Farmers Market
- Debt Reduction
- Bulk Cleaning Supplies
- Exfoliating Scrub and Albury/Wodonga
Click here for the November 2003 newsletter.
- Saving Money With Good Food
- Basic Steps for Lowering Your Debt
- Bulk Cleaning Products Equal Enormous Discounts
- Saving Story: Reduced Insurance By $3,000 In One Year
- Simple Savings Recommends www.lottos.com.au
- Tears Natural, Gold Coast Accommodation and Dogs in the Garden
Click here for the October 2003 newsletter.
- Supermarket Savings: Easy Ways to Lower Your Food Bill
- Drink Like a King on a Pauper's Salary
- Recipe of the Month: Onigiri (Rice Balls)
- Saving Story: Feeding Seven People for $600 a Month
- Simple Savings Recommends: BubsDuds.com.au
- Fencing and Lunchtime Recipes
Click here for the September 2003 newsletter.
- Free Father's Day Vouchers
- NEW Simple Savings Recommends
- Big Savings: Babies
- NEW Recipe of the Month: Coconut Snow Drops
- Financial Doctors: Learning How to Manage Your Money
- Moving House and Birthday Parties
Click here for the August 2003 newsletter.
- Beautiful Gardens for Less
- Time to Relax and Enjoy
- Cheap Fun with the Kids
- Savings Story: Saved $13,000 in a Year on a Single Income
- New Free Tip Sheet: How to Run a Garage Sale
Click here for the July 2003 newsletter.