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After a visit to the police station to check on the current rules, our Moonlight Mansions Mystery Trishaw Ride & Dinner is back in the programme - as long as the trishaws stay 1 metre apart! The problem is keeping them together, rather than keeping them apart ... New dates below!
I know many of you would like to support our trishaw men so we have a Parents & Kids Explore Penang itinerary this coming Friday - look out for more trishaw rides and activities next time!
Another new Parent & Kids activity this time is Back to Nature - a visit to Greenacres Farm. Owners Kim & Eric bought the farm to get their son away from his computer screen... and now they are passionate advocates for organic pesticide-free farming. This is the time to catch durian flowers (which are edible) as well as many other local trees which are just starting to fruit. This one is suitable for ages 5 and upwards. Details below.
We had a great response to our Night Safari at The Habitat (still time to join on either Friday 9 April or Saturday 10 April 2021)... but read on for details of our new daytime visit "A Feast for The Senses" - which includes an exclusive hidden trail that is not available to normal park visitors!
There are new Items For Sale below and a few reductions from our recent newsletters. If you would like to buy something, please WhatsApp us on +60164570221 for the fastest response.
Have a great week and look forward to seeing you soon!!
Michelle
+60 16 4570221
PS. Thanks to those of you near and far who have sent messages of support and encouragement over the last few days and rustled up your friends to join our activities.. you know who you are... it means a lot!
PPS. For all events, the applicable MCO SOPs and spacing will be observed of course! Your safety is our priority!
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To join any events in our programme below, just reply to this email indicating which event you would like to join, the number of people and your handphone number. We will acknowledge your request and will send details of meet point and itinerary a few days beforehand... Don't worry if you don't have anyone to come with - we will always make sure you are sitting with someone nice - even if that's me! Explore Penang and make new friends!
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Mansions by Moonlight - A Mystery Trishaw Ride with Dinner
6 April 2021 (Tuesday) - 2 spaces left
and 14 April 2021 (Wednesday) - 6 spaces left
7pm to 10pm
George Town area
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Prepare for an evening that will take you back to the early days of Colonial Penang....
Enjoy a night-time trishaw ride around the mansions of George Town (someone asked if we had arranged for them to be lit up specially!) and end with a delicious dinner in a mystery mansion! The menu & mansion may change from time to time!
RM160 per person - to include trishaw ride (one trishaw per person) & dinner. Numbers limited of course! Vegetarian & other dietary options available.
Email us or WhatsApp +60164570221 to reserve your space
Want to arrange this for a group of your own friends? Give us a call!
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Parent & Kids Special - Let's Cook & Eat with Athene Spices
#JomMasakdanMakan
8 April 2021 (Thursday) - 5 spaces left
10am to 1pm
Tropical Spice Garden Kitchen
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Fantastic Faten of Athene Spices has come up with a winning menu for anyone with children to entertain over the Easter Holidays! Not too difficult, tasty, healthy & fun! And it's actually vegan too! How about:
- Falafel with Garlic Yogurt Sauce (shown above)
- Manakesh (Quick Arabian Pizza) (not pictured)
- Butterfly Pea Magical Lemonade
RM150 Adult - own workstation
RM130 Child - own workstation
RM250 - Adult & Child under 12 sharing a workstation
(but with 2 sets of ingredients so each will make their own dish)
Email or WhatsApp +60164570221 to book
If this menu appeals but you would prefer a child-free session, just let us know!
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Parents & Kids Special
Essential George Town by Trishaw
10 April 2021 (Friday)
Spaces left for 3 adults/3 children
10am to 12 noon
George Town area
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We've had a request to arrange a Parents & Kids trishaw ride to explore some of Penang's "must see" spots. We usually operate one person per trishaw but for this one, one child up to 12 years can share with an adult. |
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There will be snippets of history & heritage for the adults and an "I-Spy Treasure hunt" to keep the kids paying attention! And of course, plenty of photo opportunities along the way!
RM130 per adult, RM40 per child to include trishaw ride & cold drink
Email us or WhatsApp +60164570221 to book your space
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Parents & Kids Special
Back to Nature - Farm Visit
12 April 2021 (Monday)
9am to 1pm
Pick up by arrangement
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It's durian flowering season but there's so much more happening on the farm! Learn about magic seeds (sorry you can't swap your children for one!), natural fertilisers, what's fresh in season and get back to nature. Includes brunch/light lunch. |
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RM180 per adult, RM140 per child to include transport, farm visit & lunch/brunch
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Let's Cook & Eat with Athene Spices
15 April 2021 (Thursday)
10am to 1pm
Tropical Spice Garden Kitchen
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Here's another fresh & healthy menu from Faten showcasing some of her newest spices.
Dukkah Crusted fish - Egyptian Dukkah
Warm Sweet Potato & Bean Salad with Baby Spinach - Palestinian Baharat
Charred Broccoli - Lemon Lime Pepper Salt
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Vegetarian option available too!
RM150 per person - 6 spaces left
Email us or WhatsApp +60164570221 to book your space
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Sri Lanka 2.0 - Crab, curry & more
15 April 2021 (Thursday)
7.30pm
Mews Café, 77 Lebuh Muntri
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Our recent Crab suppers have met with rave reviews for the food .. and we have had two convivial evenings introducing diners to new friends!
The menu starts with a Sri Lankan-style apom served with coconut sambal & caramelised onion relish.
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The main course includes crab curry, served with a fabulous thick dal, fresh pennywort salad, chicken curry (not too hot this time) with rice & pappadum on the side. And your choice of Sri Lankan style crème-caramel or curds & treacle for dessert.
RM100 per person
Email or WhatsApp +60164570221 to book
And just to clarify - the chef is from Sri Lanka, the recipe is from Sri Lanka, but the crab itself is from Penang or nearby. There will be one crab per person. And it's absolutely delicious - if you don't mind using your fingers!!
Not a crab lover?
You are still welcome to join and we can arrange either a vegetarian alternative (at RM90), prawns or fish for you! Just let us know on booking.
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7 Terraces Private Tour & Lunch with Chris Ong
17 April 2021 (Saturday)
10am to 2pm 2 spaces left
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Go behind the scenes as hotelier extraordinaire Chris Ong brings us on a personal tour of 7 Terraces and shares stories of his favourite pieces.
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These photos were taken by talented photographer Sheryl Beh who joined an earlier tour & lunch. Check out her blog for a sneak preview.
RM100 per person... to include tour & lunch with a glass of wine
(or your choice of soft drink).
Email us or WhatsApp +60164570221 to reserve your space
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New Itinerary at The Habitat |
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A Feast for the Senses
29 April 2021 (Thursday)
9am to 1pm
Meet at Botanic Garden for transfer to The Habitat
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Take a moment to step back and really explore with all of your senses on this new Spiral Synergy itinerary at The Habitat.
Their wonderful nature guides will lead you on a journey of discovery to look at the details, identify the sounds, smells, tastes and textures of the marvellous flora and fauna in our ancient rainforest- including access to a hidden trail which is not usually open to visitors. The morning ends with light lunch of Nasi Ulam - which is rice with healthy (and delicious) herbs & vegetables, before we take the jeeps back down the hill.
RM180 per person to include jeep transport, entrance to The Habitat, guided walk and light lunch
Email us or WhatsApp +60164570221 to reserve your space
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Limited time room offer at 7 Terraces... |
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Live the Luxe Life for Less! |
If you have been thinking of spending a few days exploring George Town, why not do it from the luxury of Seven Terraces Hotel. Buy a voucher at their best ever rate of RM400 per night (including a RM50 F&B credit to be used at either Kebaya Dining Room or Mews Café) and stay any time up to end June 2021. Rooms are individually furnished with fabulous antiques, Argus Rooms have their own sun deck/balconies and the pool is perfect for cooling off after a morning spent exploring!
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Argus Rooms have sitting room downstairs, bed and balcony upstairs.
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Stewart Rooms have bed downstairs with cosy sitting room upstairs.
Contact Wendy on info@7terraces.com or +6042618888 quoting Spiral Synergy to buy your voucher or arrange your stay!
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If you would like to hear about future offers and special events from Seven Terraces and George Town Heritage Hotels, join their mailing list here!
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New Zero Waste store opening... |
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OWL ZERO WASTE GROCER
Opening 9 April 2021
at 12A Lebuh Lembah Permai 4,
Permai 32, opposite the Park
Healthy Foods
Organic Vgetables
Lifestyle Products
Bring your own containers - we are aiming for a Plastic Free Environment!
We offer Workshops
on Eco Lifestyle too!
Business Hours
10am to 6pm Tuesday to Sunday
Closed on Monday
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Ruark Audio - now available in Penang |
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Last time I was in UK I bought a RUARK AUDIO Stereo and hand-carried it back to Penang so I'm delighted to find that they are now available in Penang.
Designed in the UK, high end components are encased in a sleek wooden shell - to deliver exceptional sound in a super & stylish product!
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The range includes radios, wifi speakers and CD/stereo units - all currently with Ramadan Special Offers.
Find them at Charlie Care 3rd Floor Gurney Plaza - 10am to 10pm
& 381 Jalan Burma (corner of Burma Road & Cantonment Road) - 9am to 7pm
Take your own music for a sound test - and tell them Michelle sent you!!
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Why Email?
Krista Goon in conversation with Yours Truly!!
10 April 2021 (Saturday)
11am to 12 noon
via Facebook Live
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Krista Goon of Redbox Studio has invited me to talk about whether email is still relevant in the days of Tik-tok, Snapchat, Instagram, Facebook & the rest!
I hope so!
Feel free to join us at FB.Com/RedboxStudio on the date or afterwards for the recorded session!
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A Jazzy Mother's Day Afternoon with Rozz
9 May 2021 (Sunday)
3pm to 5pm
Kebaya Dining Room
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Treat your mum (or yourself!) to an intimate afternoon with the inimitable Rozz.
Since live performances have been off limits for a very long time, this is a welcome chance to catch one of Malaysia's best - with Afternoon Tea too!
RM65 per person
WhatsApp +60123617295 or call +6042642333 to reserve your seat!
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If you would like to buy any of the items below, please WhatsApp or message us on +60164570221 and we will connect you with the seller.
Kindly inform us in advance if you plan to offer less than the price listed - so that we don't waste everyone's time and patience!
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HARLEY DAVIDSON 2007 Night Train |
1648cc
28,000km
Highest quality customisation
Very careful owner
Usually kept in living room!
For sale by expat leaving soon
RM85,000 or best offer
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8 Seater Dining Table with 6 BoConcept Chairs
Good quality dining set in excellent condition!
RM4500
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3 Seater Sofa & matching 2 seater sofa
3 years old - excellent condition
RM3500
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King Size Bed with pair of matching Bedside Drawers
RM3000 the set
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CELVIANO Digital Piano model AP-460 with bench and headphones
2.5 years old
Cost RM5500 Now RM3000
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Kettler Rowing Machine
With bench attachment and anti-slip mat. Barely used. Stores upright.
RM3000
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DOONA 5-in-1 Folding Tricycle
RM500
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COWAY Air Purifier Tuba Super-capacity
Professionally serviced every two months
Cost RM4000 Now RM2800
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COWAY Air Purifier Lombok 2 x 2 Professionally serviced every two months
Cost RM2800 Now RM1300
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Wood Dining Table & 4 Chairs
Excellent condition
RM1800 the set
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Loft Bed by Lifetime (expensive Danish brand!)
Excludes mattress on floor
RM1900
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IKEA Bed with Additional Pull-out Bed & mattress
RM600
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Cellini Sardinia Upholstered Queen Bed
With Lux Holder Bremen mattress and 3 inch memory foam mattress topper.
Very comfortable bed!
RM800
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IKEA SVARTA Loft Bed including mattress
Excludes desk.
RM400
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Cellini custom made red sofa
Perfect condition. 178cm wide, 148cm deep.
RM450
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Vintage Japanese Jewellery Box
Lovely Hand made box with 5 drawers and open top with various compartments & trays
32cm wide x 26.5cm high x 20cm deep
RM680
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BOB Jogging Stroller
New tyre tubes
RM400
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IKEA KUGGÖ /LINDÖJA/GRYTÖ Parasol & Base
Kept indoors - as new!
RM300
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IKEA LINNMON Table Top with ALEX Drawers
Normal wear & tear
RM180
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IKEA MICKE DESK
Normal wear & tear
RM180
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IKEA FLINTAN/NOMINELL Office Chairs x 2
RM150 each RM250 the pair
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Pair of All Weather Rattan Chairs
RM130 the pair
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SINGER Sewing Machine Model 1408
With thread collection & sewing kit
RM280
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NESPRESSO INISSIA Compact Capsule Coffee Maker
RM275
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SHARP AQUOS 32" LCD Colour TV
RM200
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BeautyRest Sleeptracker
Brand new in sealed package
RM250
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MASTRAD Mousse & Sauce Whipper
With extra cartridges
RM200 the lot
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SONY Bluetooth/USB/CD Stereo
CMT-SBT20
RM200
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PANASONIC Wet & Dry Razor
Battery Operated
RM100
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XIAOMI Youpin Youlg Ice-Cream Maker
With freezable Tumbler (like Cuisinart)
RM80
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TEFAL Break Time Compact Sandwich & waffle maker
RM70
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ELECTROLUX Rapido Handheld Cordless Vacuum
RM50
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Autowing 1800W Heat Gun
For craft projects. Adjustable heat
RM25
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Pair of Chairs
Preloved by cat - need reupholstering!
RM80 the pair
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Assorted New Shirts
Still in original packaging
UK size XL to XXL
RM80 per piece
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Assorted New Shirts
Still in original packaging
Asian size XL to XXXL
RM25 to RM40 per piece
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Lacoste Canvas Shoes (orange)
New. Size 44.5/UK10/US11
RM50
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Lacoste Canvas Shoes (yellow)
Worn once. Size 44.5/UK10/US11
RM50
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15kg Chrome Dumbbell Set in case
RM120
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5lb x 1, 3lb x 1, 0.5kg x 2 Weights
RM50 the lot
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Half-size Violin (1)
RM60
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Half-size Violin (2)
RM60
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Pair of Latex Comfort Pillows
Brand new - still in original packaging
RM200 the pair
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Solid Sterling Silver Collar
By David Andersen, Norway
RM300
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Sterling Silver Bangle & Ring
by David Andersen, Norway - copies of the Sutton Hoo treasures
RM250 the pair
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Sterling Silver Pendant/Brooch with chain
by David Andersen, Norway - copies of the Sutton Hoo treasures
RM100
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Set of 20 Ceramic Plates
With pink, blue, green, yellow polka dots
RM175 the lot
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Set of 3 Serving Plates & 8 Appetiser plates
RM75 the lot
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Acrylic Hi-ball/Tumblers & Jug
RM150 the lot
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SELTMANN WIEDEN, Bavaria
Vintage Soup Tureen
RM120
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Pair of Vintage PORTMEIRION Plant Pots
RM50 each
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Vintage Chinese Teapot & 2 Cups
RM50 the set
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Novelty Marmalade pot
RM30
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Stainless Steel Idli Maker
RM30
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Metal Trivet & Tablecloth Weights
RM20 the lot
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International Fiction book bundle
RM30
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Indian-themed book bundle
RM30
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Afghanistan book bundle
RM30
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Oriental themed book bundle
RM40
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Chick Lit book bundle
RM30
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Dorothy Koomson book bundle
RM30
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Joanne Harris book bundle
RM50
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Penny Vincenzi book bundle
RM40
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Scandi Fiction book bundle
RM30
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HAILUN Upright Piano
Bought March 2020 - barely used and with 10 Years Warranty
Cost RM16,100 Now RM11,000 or best offer
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KL Skyline
Framed Painting by William Yong Cheng Wah (Penang artist)
Approx 90cm x 65cm
Was RM1200 Now RM900
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Kampung House
Framed Paintings by William Yong Cheng Wah (Penang artist)
Approx 90cm x 65cm
Was RM1200 each Now RM900
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BH T200 Treadmill
2 years old - barely used!
Was RM1700 including protective floor mat
Now RM1500
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Pair of Wardrobes
Total combined width 190cm x 196cm high x 60cm deep
Were RM1500 the pair
Now RM1200 the pair. Can split
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Super Single Bed with Pull-out bed & pair of bedside tables
RM1800 the lot
Now RM1200
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Pair of Storage Units
Were RM600 each Now RM500 each
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Solid Wood "Barrel" Bar
112cm high
Was RM1200 RM1000
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Solid Indonesian Teak Wood TV Unit
50cm high x 50cm deep x 182cm long
Was RM1400 Now RM1200
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Solid Teak Wood Wardrobe
160cm wide x 210cm high x 55cm deep. Has shelf inside as shown above.
Cost RM2800 Now RM750
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Set of 4 Lacquer & Mother of Pearl Panels
Overall size approx 48" wide x 34" high
Was RM1200 the set Now RM600
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L-Shaped Sofa
Was RM750 Now RM600
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Solid Wood Single Bed x 2
including mattress
Preloved but good condition!
RM350
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SAMSUNG 60" Smart LED TV SAM-UA60H6300
Bought July 2014
Was RM1200 Now RM1000
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BREVILLE Mixer
With attachments as shown.
Bought August 2019
Was RM1100 Now RM900
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SAMSUNG Digital Inverter 234L Fridge/Freezer
Approx 3 years old
Was RM700 Now RM600
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PANASONIC MK-F800 Food Processor
With 33 functions!
RM400
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PHILIPS HR1922/21 Juicer
Was RM400 Now RM350
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PANASONIC MJ-L500 Slow Juicer
Was RM220 Now RM200
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SHARP Air Purifier
Was RM270 Now RM220
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Perry Smith Breadmaker
Used once
Was RM250 Now RM150
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PENSONIC Bench Top Oven
Was RM200 Now RM180
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TP Link WiFi Booster
Was RM200 Now RM150
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Hallmarked Sterling Silver Teapot & sugar bowl, matching EPNS milk jug
Now RM1100 the set
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SANGO Spanish Lace Dinner Service
Includes Dinner plates, Dessert plates, Side plates, Soup plates, bowls, two covered serving dishes, 2 open serving dishes, Large & medium oval platters, sauce boat. Classic design - no chips or cracks.
Now RM400 the lot
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Pair of Large Glass & Metal Lanterns
12" x 12" x 16" high
RM500 the pair
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Driftwood Table Lamp
RM150
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Pair of Giant Snuff Bottles
Approx 16" high. Different designs on each side
Were RM500 Now RM400 the pair
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Gurkha Kukri
Was RM350 Now RM250
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Set of 5 Luxury Plush Cushions
Were RM200 Now RM160 the lot
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IKEA BESTA Storage Unit x 2
With glass doors & 1 shelf
Were RM75 each
Now RM60 each or RM100 the pair
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STAEDTLER Technical Drawing Board
A3 size - 38cm x 52cm
RM110
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TED BAKER i-Phone Case for Apple 6/6S/7/8 Plus
Now RM100
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SPEEDO Hydrobelt & Kickboard
RM75
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Ballet shoes, socks & gymnastics band
As new. Pink shoes - size 2 1/2C, Black shoes size CS23 MM
RM70 the lot
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Upholstered wooden stools x 2
Were RM150 Now RM100 the pair
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Ikea Metal Storage Cabinet
Was RM90 Now RM80
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Airing Frame
Was RM70 Now RM50
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Brass Plate
18" Diameter
Was RM80 Now RM50
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Brass Gong
Approx 7" diameter
RM30
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Pair of Brass Bowls
RM50 the pair
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Assorted Kitchenware
Was RM40 Now RM30 the lot
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Assorted Glass Deco Items
RM40
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Pair of Seat Cushions
RM30
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Assorted Mugs & Cups
Were RM40 Now RM30 the lot
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Spotty Cabin Baggage
RM30
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Backpack with wheels
RM30
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Dieffenbachia in Pot
Approx 90cm high
RM30
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Assorted Plants
Now RM20 each
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If you would like us to help to sell your unwanted items, please send photos (jpg files only, not in any word or pdf document) to michelle@spiralsynergy.com
Please remember that the better the photo, the more chance we have of finding a buyer for you!
And finally, please note that we WON'T advertise your items if they are being advertised ANYWHERE else at the same time!
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