Is the Bissell Crosswave worth it? Review

Bissell has been a reputed brand the world over for more than 140 years, even claimed to have supplied sweepers to Queen Victoria of England in the 1890s. Today, Bissell is still a sweeping force (get it?) in the market of home cleaning appliances, thanks to an innovative range of floor care products spanning across … Continued

Is the ECOVACS DEEBOT NEO robot vac worth it? Review

If you’re wondering whether the ECOVACS DEEBOT NEO is worth buying, we’ve done a review of its specs, and functions. Hint: It’s a yes! ECOVACS DEEBOT NEO review Gretchen Wieners (Mean Girls) would call this nifty, time-saving appliance ‘so fetch’. The advanced DEEBOT NEO could be your best and most affordable cleaning mate yet, retailing for … Continued

Run don’t walk: ALDI slings a new $249 Thermomix dupe in Special Buys

Nobody does budget copies of high-end appliances like ALDI. And next weekend, the discount supermarket is bringing back its beloved thermo cooker for $249 in Special Buys (from Saturday 12 March). It’s nearly 10 times cheaper than the real Thermomix TM6 which typically sells for upwards of $2,300. ALDI’s 2L Stirling thermo cooker features 10 speed … Continued

Are Kmart clothes dryers any good? Review

As if Kmart didn’t already have everything, the budget department store now sells whitegoods under the Anko brand online − including clothes dryers! But, are they worth it or a waste of money? Here’s our expert review of Kmart’s clothes dryers below and how they compare to other budget buys from Kogan and ALDI. Please … Continued

Cheers! Dan Murphy’s using solar power to cool its drinks

Liquor merchant Dan Murphy’s has celebrated its commitment to renewable energy by proudly unveiling a new-look logo on the roof of one of its Adelaide stores, and it’s pretty genius. The Dan Murphy’s Brickworks store in Torrensville switched to solar late last year as part of the company’s sustainability strategy. And by 2030, the beer … Continued

McDonald’s launches first ‘MyMacca’s Rewards’ loyalty program

McDonald’s is launching its first-ever loyalty program called MyMacca’s Rewards – to allow customers to earn and redeem points for free food and drinks. MyMacca’s Rewards is available nationally (from Thursday, 3 March). Customers can earn 100 reward points for every $1 spent on eligible food and drink purchases via the MyMacca’s app. You’ll need … Continued

Top 6 fridge organisers to spruce up your fridge on a budget

If you’ve got a bag of lettuce rotting away at the back of your fridge and shelves crammed with ingredients you barely use, it may be time to give your kitchen workhorse a little TLC. Keeping your fridge organised is not only good for your sanity, but it can also help you reduce food waste … Continued

Are Kmart sandwich makers any good? Review

Spreading butter on both sides of the bread may seem like the way to make the perfect toastie, but the real secret sauce is actually the sandwich maker. While a good jaffle maker can help create the perfect golden crust, a bad sandwich press can leave you with a ham and cheese filling that’s so … Continued

Are Kmart slow cookers any good? Review

Slow cookers are a convenient and easy way to get maximum flavour and create melt-in-your-mouth dishes like fall-off-the-bone barbecue ribs or a deliciously moist sticky date pudding. Fortunately, Kmart’s Anko range offers a few budget-friendly options to get your hands on. But with all models costing under $40, are any of them worth it? Here’s … Continued

Run, don’t walk: Kmart launches spectacular $25 sunset LED lamp

Kmart has just launched a trendy sunset LED lamp that projects sundown hues to bring holiday and travel vibes to your home. It’s part of the budget department store’s latest homewares range inspired by Australian nature. Retailing for just $25, the Anko Smart Wi-Fi LED Sunset Lamp can be remotely controlled via the Genio app … Continued