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Woolworths’ Discovery Garden promo is back!

Posted by February 3rd 2021

Months after sending Aussie shoppers wild over Disney+ ooshies, Woolworths is now bringing back its hugely popular Discovery Garden promo. From February 10, shoppers will be able to receive a free plant and seedling kit for …


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AGL launches SIM-only mobile plans with bundle discounts

Posted by May 20th 2025

Several months after launching a small suite of NBN plans, leading energy provider AGL is continuing its move into the Australian telco market. The company has officially announced AGL Mobile, a new range of SIM-only …


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Faulty meters cost AGL $160,000 in penalties from regulator

Posted by January 20th 2021

AGL and its subsidiaries have paid penalties totalling $160,000 after the regulator issued it with eight infringement notices for breaching National Electricity Rules. The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) alleged that AGL failed to promptly fix customers’ …


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ROG Phone 3 Review: A phone for gamers

Posted by September 14th 2022

The ROG Phone 3 from ASUS is a phenomenally powerful smartphone, focusing all of its pros on being a device ideal for gamers, but at the detriment of some other elements, such as the cameras …






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Samsung Galaxy S21, S21+ and S21 Ultra: specs, features, and prices

Posted by February 22nd 2023

The first hot smartphones of 2021 are finally official, with Samsung confirming its Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra devices are coming to Australian shores ASAP. Featuring an eye-catching new design, professional grade …



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Bunnings launches $10 LEGO-style collectables

Posted by June 14th 2022

Forget Little Shop and Ooshies! Hardware giant Bunnings has just announced a new collectables promotion for kids (and adults alike). The five Building Block collectables will hit stores this week, with limited-edition LEGO-style toys up for …


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Summer energy deals to help you beat the heat

Posted by September 4th 2023

Summer takes a toll on us Aussies, with temperatures soaring and people escaping the heat at any chance they get. We all know air conditioning is a lifeline on those sweltering days, but none of …


Loads of discounts on washing machines this Boxing Day

Posted by December 24th 2020

Time for a new washing machine? Well, the Boxing Day sales are upon us and it’s time to separate the loads – washing machines that are on sale, and those that aren’t. A number of …


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Get a load of these dishwasher deals this Boxing Day

Posted by December 24th 2020

The event that has everyone rushing to secure a parking spot nice and early at the biggest shopping centres around town is the Boxing Day sales. If you’re in the market for a new dishwasher, …


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How to score $300 off new TVs in Boxing Day sales

Posted by December 24th 2020

Unless you got really lucky and scored a TV from Santa this Christmas, you might be in the market for a new high-tech TV to give your living room a bit of an upgrade. But don’t fret, …


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Belong adds speed caps to all NBN plans

Posted by September 23rd 2022

For Australians looking for an affordable alternative to the big-name telcos, Belong has become a standout provider in the NBN space. But if you're currently on a Belong NBN plan - or considering switching to …


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Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G Review: Samsung’s budget S20

Posted by August 3rd 2022

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE (Fan Edition) is a welcome addition to the S20 family, having arrived in Australia in late 2020. Ideal for users that aren’t interested in spending a lot, but still want …



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Cheap phone plans with 40GB of data

Posted by March 30th 2022

Thanks to the powerful smartphones we carry around and the easy access to music and video streaming apps, entertainment on the go has never been easier. But of course there are only so many free …