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Aussie Broadband hiking prices for most popular NBN plans

Posted by October 27th 2023

Just days after NBN Co locked in a new wholesale pricing deal, internet provider Aussie Broadband has announced sweeping changes to its residential and business NBN plan ranges. The Victoria-based telco has confirmed that monthly prices …


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NBN prices to change by Christmas under new ACCC deal

Posted by March 22nd 2024

A new wholesale pricing structure for NBN plans has finally been hammered out, with Australia’s consumer watchdog agreeing to changes proposed by NBN Co. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) confirmed that it has accepted …


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Google unveils Pixel Watch 2 and new Pixel Buds Pro

Posted by October 5th 2023

Google’s latest announcement was all about the brand’s 2023 smartphones — but the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro aren’t the only new products in the Pixel portfolio. Accompanying the phones are an all-new Pixel Watch …


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Telstra NBN prices are changing: Will you pay more?

Posted by October 3rd 2023

Telstra has confirmed plans to increase pricing across its home NBN range, with its most popular unlimited plan set to rise to $100 per month from November. Australia's biggest telco has quietly announced the changes via …


Cheap Clothes Dryers in Australia

Posted by October 4th 2023

The cost of buying new home appliances can sometimes get our heads spinning, especially if you’re starting out from scratch. To help you find a budget friendly dryer that won’t squeeze your wallet dry, we …


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Cheap Fridges in Australia

Posted by September 29th 2023

Buying a new fridge isn’t easy, especially on the budget, however cheap may not equal best. See what you’re really spending with Canstar Blue.


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Starlink busted by ACMA for telco code breach

Posted by September 20th 2023

Australia's media regulator has issued Starlink with a very public slap on the wrist, calling out the satellite internet service for failing to comply with Aussie telco industry guidelines. The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) …




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Telstra, TPG, Optus and more busted for customer code breaches

Posted by July 26th 2023

Eight of Australia's biggest and most well-known telcos have been slapped with formal warnings from the communications regulator, after failing to give customers adequate notice before restricting their service. The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) …



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How to score FREE NBN with Swoop’s Perks

Posted by October 6th 2023

Home internet provider Swoop is running a refer-a-friend discount that gives new and old customers the chance to score FREE broadband for a full six months. The telco is rewarding customers with a $15 per month …


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Aussies jump to cheaper NBN plans as cost of living bites

Posted by June 13th 2023

With the current cost of living squeezing household budgets to the max, it appears many Aussies are cutting costs by downgrading their NBN plan. According to data released by Australia's biggest consumer watchdog, thousands of …


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Coles takes on ALDI with Ski Ready Sale

Posted by June 5th 2023

The battle of the supermarkets has just gotten a bit frostier, with Coles launching its first-ever Best Buys Ski Ready range in what looks like a bid to overtake ALDI on providing for the slopes. Coles …


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Where to buy Prime drink in Australia

Posted by July 3rd 2023

The world of KSI and Logan Paul has been a frantic one, with both of the social media and YouTube personalities trying their hands at a lot of different things during their time in the …



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Save up to $180 on some seriously speedy internet plans

Posted by May 29th 2023

Great news if you’ve been eyeing off a fast NBN plan, but have been put off by the big price tag. Some of Australia’s most well-known internet providers are cutting costs on their speediest NBN …



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How to get $100 off your Aussie Broadband NBN bill

Posted by May 30th 2023

Know of a friend, family member or business struggling with slow internet speeds? If you’re an existing Aussie Broadband customer, you might be able to benefit from them switching over to an Aussie Broadband plan. …