Posted by August 17th 2022
Parents with teenagers fork out nearly $100 more at Christmas than those with younger children, according to new Canstar Blue research. A national survey* on the Christmas spending habits of 2,000 consumers shows that people with …
Posted by July 5th 2022
Consumers' energy bills will have to make clear when they're paying too much for power, under a new, tougher rule proposed for energy retailers. The Australian Energy Regulator’s (AER) ‘Better Bills Guideline’ draft outlines new billing …
Posted by December 20th 2021
It's been a banner year for smartphones, and Google's flagship Pixel 6 Pro is no exception: a step up from last year's Pixel 5, the 6 Pro is, at first glance, a premium device that …
Posted by January 4th 2022
Google Pixel phones, the sometimes forgotten competitor to Samsung’s Galaxy S series and Apple’s iPhones, have cemented their place in the smartphone market. Much like Samsung and Apple’s phones, Google’s Pixel devices have a very …
Posted by December 17th 2021
It’s time to take to the high seas, as the passage from Sydney to Hobart once again becomes a place of competition for the annual yacht race. With its previous years’ instalment cancelled due to …
Posted by December 17th 2021
The regulator has given telco giant Telstra the green light to sell gas and electricity in Victoria, provided it meets some strict conditions. Telstra Energy will be required to establish a specialist team to deal with …
Posted by June 13th 2022
‘Tis the season for Aussies to be jolly as one local energy provider is giving away $1,500 in prizes simply for spreading joy this festive season. Bright Spark Power has teamed up with Christmas Light Search …
Posted by February 7th 2024
An Aussie-based renewables company is set to shake up the local solar market, thanks to its latest eco-friendly battery storage solution. Zero Emissions Developments'(ZED) newest innovation, ‘PowerCap’ – a sustainable battery system – has emerged as …
Posted by December 14th 2021
While it’s a busy time of year for many of us, and we might not feel like putting our budgets in order, there’s no such thing as a bad time for a good deal. That’s …
Posted by December 22nd 2023
The days are numbered for Victorian energy providers conjuring up last-minute deals to keep customers from switching to another provider. From December 31, ‘win-back offers’, also known as ‘retention offers’, will be outlawed as part of …
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 …
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, …
Posted by December 10th 2021
As the world moves towards greener energy initiatives, it seems the days of picking a power provider based only on price may soon be behind us. While some retailers have already begun to market themselves beyond …
Posted by December 23rd 2021
Looking to score the iPhone 13, Samsung Galaxy S21, or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3, but put off by the $1,200+ price tag? Vodafone's newest SIM plans can nab you a new iPhone or Samsung …
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 …
Posted by August 11th 2022
When it comes to choosing a smartwatch, there is the choice between a watch with extras and apps, and then there are watches designed for fitness enthusiasts. The Finnish brand Suunto specialises in the latter, …
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 …
Posted by February 7th 2024
Victorians with solar panels could soon earn less for exporting electricity, following the regulator’s proposal of dropping the minimum feed-in tariff (FiT) from 1 July 2022. The proposed minimum feed-in tariff for 2022-23 is 5.2 cents …
Posted by August 13th 2022
The battle of the buttering technique has finally been settled − nearly two in five Aussies (38%) say buttering the outside of the toast is best, according to new research. In comparison, almost one in three …
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 …