Posted by October 14th 2022
Telstra has been hit with a massive $25 million remedial direction by Australia's communications regulator, after breaching NBN rules and leaving almost 50,000 customers with under-performing broadband plans. The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) issued …
Posted by July 1st 2021
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has dropped its latest Measuring Broadband Australia Report - and the good news is, NBN performance has never been better. The 13th quarterly report tracked the speeds achieved by …
Posted by July 5th 2022
Melbourne-based energy provider Sumo has been ordered to pay $1.2 million in penalties after the consumer watchdog took it to the Federal Court for selling electricity plans that made false or misleading claims to Victorians. The …
Posted by June 28th 2021
If you’ve noticed your phone bill steadily rising, your coverage lacking, or you’re just ready to make a change, it’s probably time to find a new mobile plan. But if you’re also looking to upgrade …
Posted by September 23rd 2022
Up-and-coming retailer ReAmped Energy has defeated the top dogs in the increasingly competitive Queensland retail market, winning Canstar Blue’s 2021 Outstanding Value award in the Sunshine State. These awards are in addition to Canstar Blue’s annual customer …
Posted by September 23rd 2022
GloBird Energy has soared to new heights taking out Canstar Blue’s 2021 Outstanding Value awards in New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia. In addition to Canstar Blue’s annual customer satisfaction ratings, these awards are designed …
Posted by February 28th 2023
OPPO is the latest smartphone manufacturer to offer 5G devices at budget-friendly prices. Enter the OPPO A54 5G — currently one of the cheapest mobile phones with 5G connectivity on the Australian phone market. This is …
Posted by February 22nd 2023
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has warned customers to keep an eye on increasing mobile plan costs, after analysing recent price changes from Telstra, Optus and Vodafone. The big three telcos have all adjusted …
Posted by June 22nd 2021
The ASUS Zenfone 8 is ASUS’ attempt at pulling off an iPhone SE or Galaxy S20FE-style premium phone, and is noticeably smaller than most Android phones, sporting both high-level performance and a headphone jack. There’s …
Posted by September 5th 2023
Greenpeace has released its latest briefing paper into how Australia's biggest telcos are leading the 'race to renewables', ranking the biggest companies on their commitment to cleaner energy. Somewhat surprisingly, Australia's largest telco emitter is …
Posted by October 17th 2022
A multi-time winner of Canstar Blue's Most Satisfied Customers award for smartphones, OPPO has risen from being a little-known challenger brand to an increasingly popular choice for Aussie phone users. OPPO offers a range of …
Posted by June 10th 2021
A New South Wales government report has revealed that the state’s coal mining industry could disappear in the next two decades as global demand for the commodity shrinks due to lowering emissions targets worldwide. An uptake …
Posted by May 29th 2025
A new car is a hefty purchase to make, but when the end of financial year sales roll around, vehicle manufacturers are looking to offload old models to make way for new stock, meaning motorists can drive …
Posted by August 3rd 2022
The Samsung Galaxy A72 is the most expensive phone from Samsung’s 2021 range of 'budget' A series phones - which makes it a tough sell on its own, as it’s priced like a top-end mid-range …
Posted by June 8th 2021
Another Aussie telco sale is in the cards, with NBN provider Superloop announcing plans to acquire internet and mobile reseller Exetel. Superloop has officially confirmed its intent to nab the Australian-owned Exetel in what is set …
Posted by August 11th 2022
While the name Suunto might not be the most recognisable in the world of smartwatches and fitness trackers, this Finnish brand has a long history in making products and technology for the outdoors, and its …
Posted by November 3rd 2022
Supermarket ALDI will roll out self-serve checkouts in select stores with only card payment options available, sparking debate among shoppers online. The German supermarket will trial the first self-service checkouts in 10 stores across New South …
Posted by June 1st 2021
From July 1, Victorian electric vehicle (EV) owners will be charged an additional tax for driving on main roads, expected to cost motorists $330 a year on average. The controversial new charge will require EV owners …
Posted by July 5th 2022
Update 6/8/21: Optus’ Internet Gamer plans are currently unavailable. However, customers can still sign up for a standard Optus NBN plan, and add Game Path for $10 per month. For anyone who is big into playing …
Posted by September 2nd 2022
After a nervous period for Queenslanders in the wake of the Callide Power Station blackout, it’s been announced that energy bills won’t be affected, despite its impact on wholesale energy prices. Queenslanders were warned on Tuesday …