ALDI slings new 25L pizza air fryer for $99.99!

ALDI fans, mark Wednesday, July 6 in your calendars. It’s the day the discount supermarket will be selling a snazzy pizza air fryer in its Special Buys. And that’s not even the best part. Its $99.99 price tag is! In fact, the ALDI 25L air fryer oven with pizza function is about $50 cheaper than … Continued

Incoming price hike: KFC to raise prices for 3rd time this year

KFC is set to raise its prices for the third time this year, as the fast-food giant grapples with rising inflation and will continue to substitute lettuce with cabbage in burgers and wraps. A spokesperson for ASX200-listed company Collins Foods (which owns over 200 KFC stores across Australia and some Taco Bells) suggested a 1-2% … Continued

Origin handed $17M penalty for treatment of customers struggling to pay bills

Origin has been penalised after its automated process left some of its vulnerable customers without assistance. Canstar Blue has more.

Telstra Energy first look: What can you expect?

Carbon neutral energy, discounts and rewards are the name of the game for up-and-coming Telstra Energy, with the telecommunications powerhouse releasing a first look at its new energy offers. In a recent blog post on its website, Telstra revealed what consumers can expect in terms of electricity and natural gas offers for interested residents in … Continued

Coles reveals new Harry Potter & Fantastic Beasts collectables

Coles is launching new ‘wizardly’ collectables to hit stores from July 6, in partnership with Warner Bros. The supermarket giant’s latest ‘Magical Builders’ collectables campaign features 30 characters (and five special edition characters) from the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts series and includes play kits based on iconic fictional settings like Hogwarts Castle, Platform 9¾, … Continued

How are electricity prices set in Australia?

How are electricity prices set in Australia? This Canstar Blue article explains how energy companies determine their electricity prices.

Only 9% of Aussies keen to switch power providers despite energy crisis

Despite multiple energy retailers begging customers to leave, new Canstar Blue data found only a small portion intend to switch plans. Read on for more.

Samsung fined $14 million for false waterproof phone claims

Samsung Australia has been smacked with a massive $14 million fine after incorrectly advertising the water resistance of multiple Samsung Galaxy smartphones. The Australian Federal Court handed down the verdict last week, in response to proceedings instituted against Samsung by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC). The case concerned Samsung’s marketing of seven Galaxy … Continued

Woolworths reveals new Disney ‘Fix-em’ collectables

Woolworths is launching new Disney-themed collectables, known as ‘Fix-ems’ to be available in stores from July 6. The supermarket’s latest collectables promotion features 36 ‘Fix-ems’ from the Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars franchises, including Minnie and Mickey Mouse, Lightning McQueen, Dory, Spider-Man, Groot (our favourite), and Darth Vader. Woolies shoppers will be able to … Continued

The best EOFY tech & gaming deals 2022

The mid-year sale season is the perfect time to snatch a sweet deal on a range of tech, including smart watches, tablets, games, and smart devices. And while many shoppers will head to retailers such as JB HiFi or The Good Guys, there’s plenty of discounts and bonuses on offer right now from both telcos … Continued