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The cheapest electricity plans available right now

Posted by September 4th 2023

The first of July was an important day in Australians’ financial affairs - not just because it was the start of the new financial year but because default energy prices changed for deregulated states.  The Reference …


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Pringles to ditch plastic lids on cans

Posted by July 22nd 2022

The plastic cap on small Pringles tubes will be a thing of the past in the latest sustainable push by Kellogg’s (the makers of Pringles) to reduce plastic use on packaging. The plastic lid on 53g …


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The best Google Pixel 6a plans and deals

Posted by August 4th 2022

The Google Pixel 6a is officially available for pre-order in Australia, alongside the new Pixel Buds Pro. If you've been eager to get your mitts on Google's latest, lower-priced smartphone — as well as the …



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How to save up to 12c a litre on fuel with Origin Energy

Posted by July 20th 2022

Origin Energy has teamed up with Woolworths and EG Fuel to help its customers save at the bowser as the rising cost of living takes a bite out of household budgets.  The utilities giant is offering …



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McDonald’s reveals two new ‘spicy’ dipping sauces!

Posted by March 6th 2023

McDonald’s has revealed the last two limited-edition dipping sauces as part of its ‘Sauces in July’ promotion. Drum roll please… the spicy new flavours include curry and Mighty Hot sauce! Both sauces are now available from …


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Telstra acquires 51% of Fetch in set-top-box industry shake-up

Posted by August 17th 2022

Australia’s telco giant is set to acquire Fetch TV in a major shake-up for the set-top-box content game.  Telstra has been given the go-ahead  to acquire 51.4% of Media Innovations Holdings Pty Ltd, or Fetch TV, …



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Motorola releases the big-sound, low-price Moto G62 5G

Posted by July 19th 2022

A new, lower-priced 5G phone has arrived on Aussie shelves, with Motorola's mid-range Moto G62 5G now available from local retailers. Priced at a very competitive $399, the G62 5G is a triple-camera, big-battery smartphone, …



Woolworths releases $2 and $1 coins inspired by Commonwealth Games

Woolworths releases $2 and $1 coins inspired by Commonwealth Games

Posted by February 24th 2023

Woolworths is releasing limited-edition $2 and $1 coins featuring Commonwealth Games designs and themes, ahead of the international multi-sport event starting next week.  From Wednesday, 20 July − three exclusive $2 coins will be available to collect …



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Telstra & TPG at war with Optus over ‘merger’ claims

Posted by December 21st 2022

Australia's three biggest telcos are engaged in an ongoing war of words, sparked by TPG Telecom and Telstra's proposed network-sharing deal currently before the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC). It's no secret that competitor Optus …




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New ACMA rules will help telcos stop SMS scams

Posted by July 12th 2022

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is introducing tough new telco rules to protect Australians from SMS scammers. Developed in partnership with industry body Communications Alliance, the new rules will require telcos to identify, trace, …



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What’s the best way to heat your bathroom?

Posted by May 17th 2023

While tiled bathrooms can be a lifesaver in summer, the thought of stepping onto that frosty floor in winter can fill us all with dread. Waiting for the water to warm up ready for a …