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Electricity supply costs hit eight-year low for households

Posted by August 12th 2022

The cost of supplying electricity to households is at its lowest in eight years, according to new data from the consumer watchdog. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) revealed that the cost for retailers to …


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NBN Co finally commits to 100% renewable energy

Posted by March 18th 2022

In a move that's arguably long overdue, NBN Co is going greener — today announcing plans to source 100% renewable energy by the end of 2025. The broadband network provider has unveiled its Towards-Zero Carbon Ambition, …




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Optus regains #1 spot in NBN speed rankings

Posted by December 8th 2021

Customer watchdog The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is back with another Measuring Broadband Australia report, pitting the country's eleven best-known NBN providers against one another in a battle to be crowned the fastest …



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ACCC report shows Telstra leading 5G mobile rollout race

Posted by December 3rd 2021

Consumer watchdog The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has released an all-new paper that finally gives customers a clearer picture of how the big three telcos compare on mobile network coverage. The ACCC's Mobile …



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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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Big energy rules in Victoria despite not always being cheapest

Posted by December 22nd 2023

Victorians are loyal to the big energy providers despite cheaper deals on offer elsewhere at times, a new industry report has revealed. The Essential Services Commission (ESC) found there is a ‘striking consumer preference for large …


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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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Controversial: Fossil fuel giant Shell buys Powershop

Posted by September 5th 2023

Fossil fuel giant Shell has purchased one of Australia’s greenest power retailers, following a landmark sale by its New Zealand-based parent company, Meridian Energy. The $729 million deal will see Shell take over Powershop – the …


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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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Victoria: Simply Energy increases discounts in time for summer

Posted by July 1st 2022

Carbon-busting retailer Simply Energy has jacked up its discounts in Victoria, meaning yearly prices are now between $67 and $133 cheaper to new customers. The Melbourne-based provider is known to dish out guaranteed discounts, with bigger …




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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 …