ALDI forced to cancel snow gear Special Buys due to supply chain issues

ALDI has cancelled its annual snow gear Special Buys sale, citing supply chain issues for the decision. The budget supermarket’s ski gear sale is typically held in May and is arguably the most popular Special Buys event of the year. The sale attracts huge crowds nationally, with shoppers typically lining up outside stores before the … Continued

Are Kmart electric blankets any good? Review

Keeping warm and cozy on chilly nights requires a few essentials – hot chocolate (not optional), fluffy socks, and of course a good electric blanket. Kmart seasonally stocks cheap and cheerful heated throws and blankets to help Aussies get through the colder months. But is the budget department store’s range any good? Here’s our expert … Continued

Top 10 hot water bottles to buy this winter

Curling up in bed in winter and binge watching your favourite Netflix shows is even better when you have a cute water bottle in there with you to keep you nice and warm. In fact, it’s by far the quickest and cheapest way to stay cosy on those cold days. It’s as easy as filling … Continued

Electric cars pros and cons: Should you buy one?

If you’re thinking about getting behind the wheel of an electric vehicle, find out what to expect – the good and the bad – with this Canstar Blue guide. What are the pros and cons of electric cars? As with any purchase, there’ll be pros and cons. But what exactly are the pros and cons … Continued

Kmart launches handheld scrubbing brush for cleaning nooks & crannies

Kmart just released a gadget that could cut your cleaning time in half. The budget department store’s new $39 Anko handheld scrubbing brush is designed to tackle all the scrubbing jobs you dread AND works on dirt, grime, and grease. But is it all it’s cracked up to be? Here’s our expert review on this … Continued

The Cheapest Car Tyres in Australia

What are the cheapest car tyres you can buy? Is buying cheap tyres a good idea? Find out everything you need to know at Canstar Blue.

Apple’s latest releases include super iPads, a super computer and…baseball

The announcement of the new, 5G-compatible, cheaper iPhone SE was by far the showstopper at Apple’s March event. We were also treated to a new colour addition to the iPhone 13 series (hint: it’s not purple unfortunately), which Apple seems to be very pleased with. But as dedicated as iPhone users are, Apple still has … Continued

ALDI slings $129 Kärcher dupe & gardening tools in Special Buys

Green thumbs rejoice! ALDI is slinging some seriously cheap gardening tools in Special Buys this week; including a pressure washer similar to premium brand Kärcher, but for less than half the price. The Ferrex high pressure washer will be on sale for $129 and bears a striking resemblance to the Kärcher Full Control Pressure Washer … Continued

Ride-on Lawn Mower Review & Guide

If your lawn resembles anything more than a nature strip, or you live on anything bigger than half an acre, no doubt you’ve considered purchasing a ride-on mower to help make tackling the lawn a bit easier. Ride-on lawn mowers may be the key weapon for surly groundskeepers and old fellas on an acreage, but … Continued

Are Kmart steam mops any good? Review

For a cleaning appliance that won’t clear out your wallet, it’s hard to beat Kmart. It’s got a variety of handheld and floor cleaners for under $180, with most under the $80 mark. That’s around more than half the price of steamers from other brands! We take a look at the selection of Kmart steam … Continued