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Tangerine hacked: Personal info of 230,000 customers exposed

Posted by February 22nd 2024

Tangerine is the latest Aussie telco to suffer a major data breach, after the personal details of 232,000 customers were stolen by hackers.  Tangerine said in a statement that the hack occurred February 18, with management …




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Cut your internet bills: Australia’s cheapest NBN plans

Posted by February 21st 2024

This where Canstar Blue comes in. If you're on the hunt for the very cheapest NBN plans from providers big and small, we've got you covered. Using our extensive NBN database, we've picked out the …


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Upgrade to fast NBN with TPG, score $250 off your bill

Posted by February 13th 2024

Ready for faster home internet, but concerned about paying more on your broadband bill? TPG's newest deal for upgrading customers offers superior speeds, as well as a sweet discount on plan prices. For a limited time, …


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Motorola Moto G84 5G review: Great quality, low price

Posted by February 20th 2024

Buy Moto G84 5G Motorola Moto G84 5G features and specs Motorola’s G series has offered a range of great quality phones for a cheaper price point, and the Moto G84 5G is no exception, especially thanks …


New financial hardship rules from the ACMA

Regulator cracks down on telcos failing struggling customers

Posted by February 7th 2024

Telco customers experiencing financial hardship will have improved safeguards, thanks to new industry rules to be introduced from late March. The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has announced it will begin to hold telcos to …


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How to watch the LIV Golf Invitational in Australia

Posted by February 8th 2024

There’s often not a lot of controversy in the world of golf, with an argument about a drop ball or whether you can play through generally the only things you can get heated about. However, …


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How to watch the 2024 NRL All Stars Match

Posted by February 8th 2024

The NRL All Stars Match will kick off yet again as it heads into its 14th season, where the Australian Indigenous squad will face off against the New Zealand Māori team. With some big names in …



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How to watch the NBA All-Star Weekend in Australia

Posted by February 7th 2024

With the NBA season well and truly heating up, fans have something else to look forward to – the All-Star Weekend. An annual showcase of some of the best players in the league, the 2024 NBA …


How to watch the 2024 F1 season in Australia

Posted by February 7th 2024

One of the most exhilarating races on the planet, the F1 World Championship is made for those who have a need for speed when it comes to single seats and four wheels. Raced all over …


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OVO Energy giving away keys to a brand-new Tesla

Posted by February 1st 2024

EV lovers rejoice! OVO Energy is once again giving away a brand-new Tesla to one lucky customer who makes the switch to the provider. The promotion not only includes a Tesla Model 3, but also $2,000 in energy …




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Best phone cases in Australia 2024

Posted by January 24th 2024

There are lots of different designs and phone case styles to choose from, especially if you have a more popular device like an iPhone or Samsung Galaxy S device — however it may be harder …


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OPPO releases budget-friendly A79 5G made for entertainment

Posted by January 19th 2024

Buying a new quality phone on a budget has never been easier, thanks to brands like OPPO — a manufacturer that continues to focus on its cheap phone range. The latest release in OPPO’s budget-friendly A …


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The best trade-in deals for the Samsung Galaxy S24

Posted by January 19th 2024

The long-awaited Samsung Galaxy S24 series is here, but these premium phones don't come cheap. With prices beginning at $1,399 for the base Galaxy S24 — and up to $2,799 for the high-end Galaxy S24 …


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Samsung Galaxy S24, S24+ and S24 Ultra plans and deals

Posted by October 3rd 2024

The brand has also been awarded Canstar Blue’s 2024 award for Most Satisfied Customers — Smartphones after taking out the same award in 2023, proving that Aussies find a lot to love about Samsung’s phones. If …