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Kmart to launch self-navigating robots in stores by Christmas

Posted by August 17th 2022

Kmart is introducing a whole new type of worker onto the shopping floor in the form of self-navigating robots. The robots, dubbed ‘Tory,’ will be used for stocktake in real-time. Kmart says the inventory counting machines …


Sneak peek: Woolworths ‘Fix-ems’ collectables

Sneak peek: Woolworths ‘Fix-ems’ collectables

Posted by July 6th 2022

Woolworths has revealed its full range of ‘Fix-ems’ collectables featuring popular characters from the Disney, Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars franchises. The supermarket’s latest collectables promotion features a total of 36 ‘Fix-ems’, including iconic fictional figures …


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Save $350 on the iPhone 13 in Telstra Day phone sale

Posted by July 6th 2022

Telstra's once-a-month one-day sale is back for July, and the telco is dropping heavy discounts on some of its most popular smartphones — including the in-demand iPhone 13. The one-day-only sale is locked in for Thursday, …


ALDI slings new 25L pizza air fryer for $99.99!

Posted by July 13th 2022

ALDI fans, mark Wednesday, July 6 in your calendars. It's the day the discount supermarket will be selling a snazzy pizza air fryer in its Special Buys. And that's not even the best part. Its …




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Telstra Energy first look: What can you expect?

Posted by September 9th 2022

Carbon neutral energy, discounts and rewards are the name of the game for up-and-coming Telstra Energy, with the telecommunications powerhouse releasing a first look at its new energy offers. In a recent blog post on its …


Coles reveals new Harry Potter & Fantastic Beasts collectables

Coles reveals new Harry Potter & Fantastic Beasts collectables

Posted by August 26th 2022

Coles is launching new ‘wizardly’ collectables to hit stores from July 6, in partnership with Warner Bros. The supermarket giant’s latest ‘Magical Builders’ collectables campaign features 30 characters (and five special edition characters) from the Harry …



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Samsung fined $14 million for false waterproof phone claims

Posted by June 27th 2022

Samsung Australia has been smacked with a massive $14 million fine after incorrectly advertising the water resistance of multiple Samsung Galaxy smartphones. The Australian Federal Court handed down the verdict last week, in response to proceedings …


Woolworths reveals new Disney ‘Fix-em’ collectables

Woolworths reveals new Disney ‘Fix-em’ collectables

Posted by August 26th 2022

Woolworths is launching new Disney-themed collectables, known as ‘Fix-ems’ to be available in stores from July 6. The supermarket’s latest collectables promotion features 36 ‘Fix-ems’ from the Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars franchises, including Minnie …


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The best EOFY tech & gaming deals 2022

Posted by July 7th 2022

The mid-year sale season is the perfect time to snatch a sweet deal on a range of tech, including smart watches, tablets, games, and smart devices. And while many shoppers will head to retailers such …






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How to score free solar panels in NSW

Posted by February 7th 2024

Up to 30,000 vulnerable New South Wales households will soon be eligible for a free solar system or energy efficient appliance upgrade as part of a new state government initiative. The Energy Bill Buster Program, announced …


How to score free MasterChef-inspired ‘bacon’ ice cream

Posted by June 17th 2022

Deliveroo has teamed up with MasterChef Australia to offer 7,000 lucky Aussies a FREE choc top ice cream in an unusual flavour – bacon. Aptly named the ‘Bacon Me Go Nuts’ the new choc top creation …