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NBN fights off Starlink with new, faster satellite plans

Posted by February 2nd 2024

While Aussies living in metro areas are comparatively spoilt for choice when it comes to internet options, rural and regional communities aren't so lucky. Country customers relying on satellite broadband have been faced with a …


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Origin brings back 12 months of free Paramount+ on any internet plan

Posted by March 15th 2023

Entertainment buffs and freebie-enjoyers jump for joy – Origin and Paramount+ are teaming up once again to bring customers a major deal.  Origin has brought back its free year-long Paramount+ streaming offer for new internet customers, …



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The Best-Selling Utes in Australia

Posted by February 28th 2024

Nothing beats that new car feeling. But with plenty of brands, models, engine types and even colours to choose from, it can all prove a bit overwhelming. But if you find yourself drawn to the …


ALDI to sell new ECOVACS robot vac for $399 in Special Buys

ALDI to sell new ECOVACS robot vac for $399 in Special Buys

Posted by March 2nd 2023

Listen up bargain hunters, ALDI is bringing back its previously sold-out ECOVACS robot vacuum in Special Buys − the DEEBOT NEO for half price! ECOVACS’ signature two-in-one robot vac will be on sale for $399 (down …







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Circles.Life offers new ‘pay what you want’ plans

Posted by February 21st 2023

With the cost of essentials such as groceries and utilities on the rise, many Aussies are looking for new ways to cut costs on monthly bills. If you're in the market for a cheaper mobile …


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30,000 families to receive free NBN for 12 months

Posted by February 2nd 2024

The Australian Government is partnering with NBN Co to offer thousands of low-income Aussie families a free NBN plan for a full 12 months. Labor's School Student Broadband Initiative (SSBI) will be open to up to …



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Phone and internet complaints are on the rise post Optus data breach

Posted by February 13th 2023

The Quarter Two Complaints Report released by the Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman (TIO) has found an increase in the number of phone and internet complaints received between October and December 2022. Over 17,900 total complaints were referred …


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How Coles’ raincheck on discounted groceries works

Posted by February 8th 2023

Have you ever spied a special so good you needed to dash to the store, only to find it was sold out? A little-known hack called a raincheck can help shoppers score discounts on grocery items …



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Frustrated MyRepublic customer? Here are your NBN switching options

Posted by February 6th 2023

MyRepublic has finally shut its website to new customers, weeks after Canstar Blue reported that the Singapore-based NBN provider had decided to leave the Australian internet market. MyRepublic, which had been offering NBN plans in Australia …


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Where to buy the cheapest milk

Posted by May 22nd 2024

Rising living costs, supply chain disruptions, and ongoing supermarket ‘milk wars’ have seen the price of milk skyrocket. Hyperinflation and subsequent rising grocery costs are also putting pressure on household budgets like never before. To …