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Score a free month of NBN with Belong

Posted by December 2nd 2021

It’s that time of year when budgets are stretched as we prepare for the holiday season. So, if you’re looking for a deal to ease some of the financial pressure, Belong has an offer for …


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Optus launches new initiative to donate your used phones

Posted by July 7th 2022

Australia's second-largest telco, Optus, is launching a new initiative which builds on its ‘Donate Your Data’ program. Now Optus customers can not only donate any unused data to those who need it, but with the …


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Telcos get green light to crack down on SMS scams

Posted by July 7th 2022

Aussie telcos will soon have more power to shut down SMS scammers, thanks to new regulatory changes announced by the Federal Government. Amendments to the Telecommunications (Interception and Access) Act will allow mobile providers to better …


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Value-focused telco Moose Mobile launches NBN plans

Posted by September 23rd 2022

Award-winning Aussie telco Moose Mobile has made the move into NBN, launching a small suite of plans that cater to a range of needs and budgets. Available now, the SIM-only provider's new broadband plans include unlimited …


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Coles selling iPhones and iPads in time for Black Friday

Posted by February 28th 2023

Once again, supermarket giant Coles is teaming with telco Boost Mobile to offer bargain hunters a great deal on in-demand tech – this time, the Apple iPad Mini and iPhone 8. From today onwards, customers will …



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The latest cheap OPPO phone is here — the OPPO A54s

Posted by November 15th 2021

OPPO is at it again with another device released in it’s cheap ‘A’ series — the OPPO A 54s. When it comes to cheaper devices, OPPO is one of the industry leaders, cramming plenty of …


Simple hack to save you up to $80 at Coles and Woolworths each week

Simple hack to save up to $80 at Coles and Woolies each week

Posted by November 15th 2021

In a world of hyperinflation and tightening household budgets, shaving a few dollars off your weekly grocery bill could help stretch your budget further. One TikTok user has shared a well-known, tried-and-tested ‘hack’ for saving big …



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TCL 20 R 5G review: 5G for less than $350

Posted by November 15th 2021

Electronics brand TCL is a more recent addition to the smartphone market. But, thanks to the background in TV manufacturing, it has done a decent job at entering this very crowded field with its own …


Simple hack to save you up to $80 at Coles and Woolworths each week

Woolworths cuts delivery costs in online shopping war with Coles

Posted by June 17th 2022

Woolworths has cut the cost of online grocery shopping to offer shoppers free delivery on all orders over $50. The offer applies to customers with a Delivery Unlimited subscription and includes next-day and same-day delivery options. …


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At last, Telstra launches 5G home internet for everyone

Posted by November 5th 2021

After quietly offering 5G broadband to selected customers on an invite-only basis, Telstra is finally opening up its ultra-fast internet service to all takers. From this week, both home and business customers in eligible areas can …


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Telstra Day deals: save up to $550 on iPhone and Samsung

Posted by November 4th 2021

Telstra's massive once-a-month flash sale is back, giving customers 24 hours to score massive discounts on a range of big-name devices. This month's Telstra Day is pencilled in for Friday, November 5, and is an opportunity …


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Optus adds 5G coverage to prepaid phone plans

Posted by February 22nd 2023

Optus has expanded access to its ever-growing 5G mobile network, and will now offer connectivity to eligible prepaid customers. Subscribers on Optus' Flex prepaid plans can now access fast 5G speeds in selected areas, provided they've …


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Motorola Edge 20 review: premium feel, affordable price

Posted by November 2nd 2021

The smartphone market is a pretty crowded space, especially at the premium end of the spectrum. So, it can be hard for a phone brand to stand out from the crowd with its releases. Some …


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iPhone 13 review: another stellar Apple smartphone

Posted by October 29th 2021

Apple touts every yearly iPhone release as its best-ever, and on specs alone the company rarely takes a step backward. However, with upstart brands such as OPPO now offering the same level of style, performance …