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Telstra and TPG/Vodafone ink coverage-boosting network deal

Posted by February 22nd 2022

Telstra and TPG Telecom have announced a game-changing, billion-dollar network-sharing deal that's set to boost mobile coverage across regional Australia. Subject to regulatory approval, the telco giants have agreed to a ten-year Multi-Operator Core Network (MOCN) …



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New BYD Atto electric vehicle set to launch in Australia

Posted by February 18th 2022

Chinese manufacturer BYD has announced that it will be launching a new electric SUV model in Australia in the coming days. Known as the Yuan Plus in Chinese markets, the model is expected to be called …



Are Kmart washing machines any good? Review

Posted by March 13th 2023

Just when we thought Kmart couldn’t get any better, the department store now stocks its own range of whitegoods under the Anko brand online, including washing machines! That’s right, you can now buy a washer …


Are Kmart dishwashers any good? Review

Are Kmart dishwashers any good? Review

Posted by March 13th 2023

Kmart may be best known for its cheap and cheerful appliances and trendy homewares, and now the department store has its own range of whitegoods under the Anko brand online, which includes a freestanding dishwasher …


Burger Man chips are back!

PSA: Burger Man Saucee chips are back!

Posted by February 16th 2022

Burger Man Saucee chips are now back in Woolworths, decades after the nostalgic party snacks were discontinued. The Aussie classic is back on sale in Woolies stores nationwide and shoppers are already going wild over the …


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The best trade-in offers for the Samsung Galaxy S22

Posted by February 16th 2022

Samsung's Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+ and Galaxy S22 Ultra are now available to pre-order, with each device shipping and arriving in stores from March 4, 2022. But these top-of-the-line smartphones aren't exactly cheap, with outright …


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AGL the latest NBN provider to offer super-fast NBN speeds

Posted by April 10th 2024

The demand for speedy internet is higher than ever, with more and more Aussies switching to faster internet plans. When NBN Co first released the option for NBN 250 and NBN 1000 speeds, the number …




Vegemite 'Cheesybite' gets a makeover under a Bega rebrand

Vegemite ‘Cheesybite’ rebranded under Bega Cheese

Posted by July 1st 2022

Say goodbye to ‘Cheesybite’ and hello to ‘Vegemite & Cheese’ − marking the first time the Bega logo appears on a Vegemite product. For reference, Bega Cheese purchased the Vegemite brand in 2017, returning it to …




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Stand out with Huawei’s new lipstick-inspired earphones

Posted by February 8th 2022

In a market saturated with very same-same looking earbuds, it’s hard to stand out from the crowd. Apple chooses to keep its iconic white headphone design with its AirPods, while Samsung has introduced colour-coordinated cases …




Is a Costco membership worth it? Review

Posted by October 21st 2022

Costco is the paradise of bargain hunters − where you can shop bulk household staples, fill your car up on cheap petrol, and stock up on your favourite wine, all in one place and at …


Is the Dyson Airwrap worth it? Review

Is the Dyson Airwrap worth it? Review

Posted by April 5th 2023

The cult Dyson Airwrap is the latest hair styling tool (from the same creators of the Supersonic hair dryer) that dries and styles your hair simultaneously for an at-home blowout, without using heat. But, like …