Federal Court approves Vodafone – TPG merger

Big news for the Australian telco industry: despite the best efforts of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), the Federal Court has given the green light to the proposed merger of Vodafone and TPG. Justice John Middleton has rejected the ACCC’s attempt to block the $15 billion telco deal, stating that the consumer watchdog’s … Continued

Cold Press Juicers Review & Guide

If you’re feeling not-so-sweet about your local cafe constantly squeezing out money from you for what is essentially just drinkable, mashed fruit and vegetables, there’s a variety of cold press juicers you can buy to make your favourite drinks at home instead. What is a cold press juicer? Unlike a regular juice extractor that typically … Continued

Dryer Ball Review & Guide

Laundry day isn’t fun – separating the loads, washing them, drying them, ironing them and then putting it all away before the next laundry day comes around. In helping to ease the load, dryer balls have been rolling around the laundry space for some time, deemed to be the “eco-friendly” alternative to dryer sheets and … Continued

How much data does Apple Music use?

One of the most popular music streaming services, Apple Music features on every Apple product available, giving users access to millions of songs across a wide variety of genres to suit their musical tastes. While listening to your favourite tunes is a good way to relax, running out of data because you’ve streamed too much music … Continued

Hire Car Age Limits & Costs in Australia

Hiring a car can make you feel like an adult, but how much of an adult do you really have to be to hire a car without paying any extra fees? When it comes to hopping behind the wheel of a rental car, there are plenty of terms and conditions that you have to agree … Continued

Car Hire Sydney: Rental Companies & Locations

Travelling to Sydney? Canstar Blue lists car hire companies, along with available locations, vehicles and extras for your journey.

Smart Dryers Buying Guide

The fantasy of having your own version of Rosie the Robot maid from The Jetson’s might be closer to reality than you think. While Samsung is dishing up smart fridges with grocery shopping functionalities and even an built-in TV, brands like LG and Miele are similarly creating smart washing machines with sensors that automatically detect … Continued

Fridges with Vegetable Crispers

The built-in TV and online grocery shopping function in smart fridges is cool and all, but the humble vegetable crisper may be the unsung hero of the refrigerator world. Nothing spoils the joy of tucking into exciting leftovers and the mandatory stock of fresh produce like a cooked fridge that’s only capable of breeding mould … Continued

Protein Powders Compared

When you think of eating healthy and going to the gym, chances are you’re imagining chugging down a protein shake, too. While for some, protein supplements and powders are in the realm of athletes and gym nuts, but with the steady rise of the fitness industry and emphasis on nutrition when it comes to sculpting … Continued

Which soft drink is top of the pops for Aussies?

Soft drink may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but there are plenty of us who don’t mind a bit of fizz as a way to compliment a meal, or to quench your thirst on a hot day. But like many things on the supermarket shelves, there’s plenty of debate about which is the best. … Continued