10 best places to visit in Western Australia

The land of rugged red cliffs, pure white sands and crystal-clear oceans, Western Australia truly is the country’s hidden gem. Whether you’re enjoying the state’s magnificent coastline, sampling the goods of a region that’s famous for its culinary delights, or testing your limits with an inland adventure through virtually unexplored terrains, Western Australia has plenty … Continued

Here are the things supermarkets have purchase limits on due to coronavirus panic buying

Major supermarkets including Woolworths and Coles are tightening shopping limits on household staples as the coronavirus buying hysteria continues. Purchase restrictions were initially put in place to cope with the onslaught of shoppers panic buying essential items like toilet paper and long-life foods, in preparation for potential self-isolation or quarantine measures. However, the sheer magnitude of … Continued

ALDI reveals trading hours, limited items and entry conditions during coronavirus outbreak

ALDI is the latest supermarket chain to reduce its trading hours and set purchase limits as part of its attempt to manage panic buying and confrontations in the grocery aisles. The company has reminded shoppers that “there is more than enough food to go around”. But while these changes are temporary, ALDI Australia said it … Continued

Dodgy door-to-door sales cost Alinta Energy $280,000

Alinta Energy has been penalised $280,000 after its door-to-door sales agents were alleged to have switched Victorians onto contracts without each customer’s explicit informed consent. Victoria’s energy watchdog issued Alinta Energy with 14 penalty notices for using third party agents to unlawfully switch customers in areas such as Melton, Wodonga and Truganina. The Essential Services … Continued

Coles and Woolies introduce dedicated shopping hour for seniors and people with disabilities

Supermarkets Woolworths and Coles have changed their trading hours to help seniors and the disabled shop for necessities in less crowded aisles during the coronavirus outbreak. Woolies first announced it will open its doors an hour early from 7am (weekdays), exclusively for the elderly and disadvantaged groups starting today (March 17). This will apply to … Continued

What’s the deal with Telstra and Foxtel?

Starting as a joint venture between News Corporation (now known as News Corp) and Telstra back in 1995, Foxtel – which gets half its name from ‘Tel’stra – has long been mainstay within the Australian entertainment industry. While it’s had to fight hard to keep pace with the recent influx of streaming services now available, … Continued

The Savannah Way: Top things to see between Cairns and Broome

It’s widely regarded as ‘Australia’s Adventure Drive’ – linking tropical Cairns to historical Broome through a 4,000+ kilometre route across Far North Queensland, the Top End and over and through Western Australia. Spend weeks exploring iconic national parks, World Heritage areas, local wildlife, (a lot of) ancient gorges and Aboriginal history. If you’re thinking about … Continued

The best kids movies and shows on Netflix

Kids movies and shows are something the whole family can enjoy. Review the top kids movies to watch on Netflix at Canstar Blue.

10 best places to visit in North Queensland

If you’re dreaming of a holiday where sun-bleached sands meet lush rainforests, with a dash of cave-walking and gemstones for good measure, then it might be time to take a trip up to North Queensland. Whether you fancy a scenic jaunt along the Coral Coast, or a deeper look at the region’s fascinating natural and … Continued

What are the best phone plans for travelling overseas?

Heading overseas? Don’t let bill shock get to you, and stay connected instead. Review this range of mobile SIM plans for travel with Canstar Blue.