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AGL offers free month of gas in WA

Posted by June 21st 2022

The gas price war in Western Australia has taken another twist with energy giant AGL offering a free month of gas usage and supply for new eligible customers. Making inroads into the WA market, AGL now …


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How to watch Big Little Lies in Australia

Posted by December 7th 2022

It was one of the biggest TV shows to hit screens in 2017 and now Big Little Lies is back for a second season. Based on the novel of the same name by Aussie author …


Default price to slash Victorian energy bills

Posted by February 18th 2022

Thousands of Victorian households will see their power bills slashed from July thanks to the introduction of a new ‘default’ energy offer. Revealed by the state’s Essential Services Commission, the Victorian Default Offer will see customers on …


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Officeworks launches mobile and NBN plans through new telco, Accord

Posted by February 12th 2021

While the Aussie telco landscape is already fairly competitive, there’s a new provider on the block - and you might be surprised to find it’s from stationery and office supply giant, Officeworks. Known as Accord with Officeworks, the …


Telstra Plus rewards program now live

Posted by April 5th 2023

Early last month, Telstra announced the upcoming launch of Telstra Plus: an all-new loyalty and rewards program offering redeemable points, perks, and VIP benefits. As of today, Telstra Plus is officially live across Australia - …


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The Samsung Galaxy A Series: Plans, Prices and Features Compared

Posted by April 5th 2023

Despite the fanfare that comes with every iPhone or Galaxy S release, premium-priced devices aren't for everyone. It looks like the mid-range smartphone market is where more phone manufacturers are starting to take notice, with …


ACCC to block TPG-Vodafone merger

Posted by July 7th 2022

Five months after expressing its initial concerns with the proposed merger of TPG and Vodafone, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has announced it will officially oppose the deal. In a statement released (albeit accidentally), the Commission …


The Google Pixel 3a and 3a XL: Plans, Prices and Features

Posted by October 14th 2022

The newest budget-friendly smartphone has arrived, with Google officially unveiling its Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL devices. A value-focused spin-off of last year's popular Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL, the 3a range …



ALDI fridges and freezers selling for less than $300

Posted by July 26th 2022

ALDI’s Special Buys aisle is always full of surprises, but they don’t come much cooler than Aldi fridges for less than $300! This Saturday (November 24), you might like to set your alarm for an early …


ACCC: NBN customers are paying more but getting less

Posted by July 5th 2022

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has taken aim at NBN pricing, claiming that affordability has become a serious barrier to entry for Australian broadband customers. ACCC Chair Rod Sims discussed the issues with current NBN pricing …


Millions of Aussies to save with Energy Assistance Payment

Posted by May 4th 2022

Almost four million Australians are set to receive a one-off government handout to help ease the pain of rising power bills, weeks ahead of the federal election. The ‘Energy Assistance Payment’ will provide additional cost of …


Telstra Announces Telstra Plus, A New Rewards Program

Telstra reveals new rewards program – Telstra Plus

Posted by October 17th 2022

In an Aussie telco first, Telstra has just announced Telstra Plus – a tier-based rewards program designed to give a little something back to loyal customers. Telstra Plus will give customers the chance to earn points on …



Click Energy to pay $900,000 over dodgy discount claims

Posted by May 4th 2022

Electricity and gas retailer Click Energy has been ordered by the Federal Court to pay $900,000 in penalties after making false or misleading claims about the potential benefits and 'savings' of its big discount power …



Woolworths reveals new Disney Words collectables

Posted by June 14th 2022

The collectables craze continues! Woolworths has confirmed a new partnership with Disney to ‘add a dash of magic’ to grocery shopping – and take on rival Coles over the latest supermarket battleground. After days of speculation, …


Samsung’s Galaxy Fold smartphone: innovative, but expensive

Posted by October 17th 2022

With all the hype over Samsung's just-announced Galaxy S10 line - including the upcoming Galaxy S10 5G - it's been easy to overlook the Korean tech company's fifth big smartphone unveiling: the Galaxy Fold. And …


Coles launches ‘Stikeez’ campaign to get kids eating fruit and veg

Posted by July 25th 2022

Move over Little Shop, there’s a new collectables craze at Coles – Stikeez! After the supermarket chain’s wildly successful Little Shop campaign last winter, featuring miniature versions of 30 popular grocery staples such as Weet-Bix, Vegemite, …