What the $300 energy relief payment means for your bills

More than 10 million Australian households will receive a new $300 relief payment toward their energy bills under measures outlined in the Federal Budget 2024-25, as Canstar Blue data showed that average annual electricity costs had flattened nationally since July 2023. A $325 payment will be made to one million small businesses too, as part … Continued

How to watch Women’s State of Origin 2024

For the first time in history, the 2024 Women’s State of Origin will take place over a not-to-be-missed three-match series. So, bust out your merch and settle in with your favourite snacks, as the best of the best face off in the ultimate fight for state supremacy. How can I watch Women’s State of Origin? … Continued

Snow time to waste: Aldi reveals dates for snow gear special buys 2024

Mark your calendars and get ready to rug up; Aldi’s famed snow gear special buys event is making a comeback. The supermarket giant’s popular annual sale is starting in stores on Saturday, May 18, with prices as low as $4.99 and capped at $100. This year, a full set of snow gear for two adults … Continued

Report reveals telco customers’ frustrations as complaints rise

New data has revealed customers’ ongoing frustrations with Australia’s telco companies, with close to 16,000 complaints lodged to the industry’s authority in the first quarter of 2024. The Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman (TIO) revealed on Wednesday that issues such as service reliability, data speed and customer service continue to plague consumers. The TIO’s report for the … Continued

Google announces new, feature-packed Pixel 8a phone

Google has announced the latest member of its flagship Pixel phone family, the super-charged Pixel 8a. Featuring the company’s signature Tensor chipset, as well as integrated AI and ongoing security updates, the Pixel 8a is a cheaper alternative to the premium Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, originally released in October 2023. The Pixel 8a … Continued

Do you need a phone line for the NBN?

Having a phone line in the home may have been more common with older internet connections like ADSL. With the rise of the NBN, phone lines started to become obsolete, especially as many of us now rely on our mobile phones. However, you might be wondering; do you need a phone line for NBN? In … Continued

FTTC NBN: Everything you need to know

While the NBN might be the most popular way for Aussies to access the internet at home, each home may have a different experience depending on what NBN connection type they have. Fibre to the curb — also known as FTTC — is one of the several different NBN connection types. In this guide, we’ll … Continued

FTTN NBN: Everything you need to know

When it comes to choosing an NBN plan, the technology type used to connect your home to the NBN can have a big impact on what speeds and plans you can get at your home. Fibre to the node, known as FTTN NBN, is one of the several different technology types, but it’s also one … Continued

Optus NBN plans and prices compared

Compare Optus NBN plans with unlimited data starting from just $60 a month with Canstar Blue’s review.

HFC NBN: Everything you need to know

When it comes to the NBN, not every NBN connection type is equal. With different connection types available to different households, it can be confusing to not only work out what connection you have, but what it also means in terms of the NBN plans and speeds available to you. One of the fastest connection … Continued