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Canstar Blue covers a wide variety of industries, from the energy and telecommunication sectors through to streaming services, vehicles, white goods and what’s on your supermarket aisle, all to help consumers make more informed purchasing decisions. Part of that decision-making process is being kept up to date with the latest news, with Canstar Blue’s team of experienced journalists and writers bringing you the latest industry and consumer news for you to read, all for free!

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The best EOFY internet and NBN deals 2025

Posted by June 10th 2025

Australia's 2025 end of financial year sales have kicked off, and bargain hunters already know there's no better time to score savings on everything from fashion to furniture. But if you're looking to cut down …


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Save $550 on Dyson’s fan favourite cordless vacuum

Posted by June 9th 2025

If you've been eyeing a top-tier cordless vacuum cleaner but holding off because of the price, now might be the time to make your move. Dyson has just slashed the price of its Cyclone V10 …


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Expert Picks: Best iPhone Plans (June 2025)

Posted by June 3rd 2025

iPhones don't come cheap, but if you're absolutely set on a new Apple smartphone, you can still find a great phone plan deal. The newest iPhones are available on plans from Telstra, Optus, and Vodafone, …


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Expert Picks: Best SIM-Only Mobile Plans (June 2025)

Posted by June 3rd 2025

Choosing the best mobile plan is made possible by our expert Value Rank methodology, which places each product under the microscope, examining its price, plan inclusions, customer service and billing. Then we give each plan …


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Expert Picks: Best Prepaid Mobile Plans (June 2025)

Posted by June 3rd 2025

If you're looking to ward off bill shock and keep things flexible with a prepaid mobile plan, there's hundreds of options on the Aussie market to suit every user and budget. But sorting through what's …




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Most expensive appliances to run at home

Posted by May 29th 2025

KEY POINTS The most expensive home appliance to operate is the pool pump, costing an average of $407 per year.  Knowing which appliances consume the most energy gives you insight into how you can save …




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Simple switches that could save you $5K on bills in 2025

Posted by May 23rd 2025

Aussie households could save more than $5,000 in 2025, just by switching providers for their household bills, or making simple changes at the supermarket, new research from Canstar Blue has revealed. Canstar Blue compared prices across …



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Telstra increasing NBN and mobile plan prices from July

Posted by May 20th 2025

More cost of living pain is on the way for potentially millions of households, with Australia's biggest telco announcing sweeping price changes across both phone and internet plans. Telstra will adjust its suite of residential postpaid …








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Fast food deals this week

Posted by May 16th 2025

If you’re looking for a fast and affordable meal this week, Canstar Blue has you covered. We’ve tracked down the best deals at fast food chains around the country this week, so you can snap …