Megan Birot

Megan Birot Megan Birot was a content producer and editor at Canstar Blue for two years until 2023, most recently as Home & Lifestyle Editor. She has a Bachelor of Journalism and Public Relations from Griffith University.


Is the $15 Kmart pie maker review

Kmart Pie Maker Review & Comparison

Posted by October 4th 2023

The Kmart pie maker has taken Aussie kitchens by storm and quite literally become a social media sensation, boasting its own dedicated private Facebook group with hundreds of thousands of followers to date, sharing recipes …


Vegemite 'Cheesybite' gets a makeover under a Bega rebrand

Vegemite ‘Cheesybite’ rebranded under Bega Cheese

Posted by July 1st 2022

Say goodbye to ‘Cheesybite’ and hello to ‘Vegemite & Cheese’ − marking the first time the Bega logo appears on a Vegemite product. For reference, Bega Cheese purchased the Vegemite brand in 2017, returning it to …


Is a Costco membership worth it? Review

Posted by October 21st 2022

Costco is the paradise of bargain hunters − where you can shop bulk household staples, fill your car up on cheap petrol, and stock up on your favourite wine, all in one place and at …


Kmart $89 coffee machine review

Are Kmart coffee machines any good? Review

Posted by August 12th 2022

If you love coffee and a bargain, you’ve perhaps pondered snagging the $89 Kmart coffee machine. The cut-price Anko coffee machine has continued to garner plenty of attention since it first hit shelves, with most …


Are ALDI dishwashers any good? Review

Posted by July 22nd 2022

ALDI is known for cheap groceries and bargain Special Buys, giving shoppers no shortage of goodies to pick up. But when it comes to fitting out the kitchen with appliances, does the grocery chain stack …


Kmart bread maker review

Is the Kmart bread maker any good? Review

Posted by August 19th 2022

If there’s anything better than freshly baked bread, it’s baking fresh bread at home and at the touch of a button with a bread maker. But like any kitchen appliance, you’re not short on options, …


Smeg appliances review

Smeg appliances: are they worth it?

Posted by August 12th 2022

If you think of kitchen appliances with rounded shapes, chrome details, and bright colours, there’s only one brand that comes to mind – Smeg. The Italian premium brand is renowned for its 50s retro-style appliances, …


ALDI slings trendy $19.99 portable blender in Special Buys

ALDI slings cult $19.99 portable blender in Special Buys

Posted by January 18th 2022

Fancy smoothies on the go? Well, you’re in luck because ALDI is slinging its trendy portable blenders in Special Buys this week. ALDI’s Ambiano cult 400ml portable blender will be on sale for $19.99 and is …


How to fix your Dyson vacuum cleaner

How to fix your Dyson vacuum cleaner

Posted by March 24th 2023

When your Dyson vacuum cleaner breaks down, you might not need to buy a replacement. It could instead be fixed at a much lower cost.


Kmart 9L double air fryer

Kmart launches 9L double air fryer for family meals

Posted by January 10th 2022

Kmart has just solved the biggest pet peeve when it comes to air fryers − their limited capacity to cook meals for an entire family. The cult department store just launched a massive 9L twin …