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ACCC report shows big-name NBN providers still losing market share

Posted by August 18th 2022

More Australians are switching to smaller NBN providers in 2022 — and upgrading to faster speeds  as the 'big four' broadband sellers see a slightly declining market share. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has …


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How to save up to 12c a litre on fuel with Origin Energy

Posted by July 20th 2022

Origin Energy has teamed up with Woolworths and EG Fuel to help its customers save at the bowser as the rising cost of living takes a bite out of household budgets.  The utilities giant is offering …



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What are the best small NBN providers?

Posted by October 4th 2024

Dozens of smaller ISPs have sprung up in the last few years to take advantage of the NBN, and many offer plans which provide similar or even better value compared to the major players.



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Telstra Energy first look: What can you expect?

Posted by September 9th 2022

Carbon neutral energy, discounts and rewards are the name of the game for up-and-coming Telstra Energy, with the telecommunications powerhouse releasing a first look at its new energy offers. In a recent blog post on its …


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The best EOFY tech & gaming deals 2022

Posted by July 7th 2022

The mid-year sale season is the perfect time to snatch a sweet deal on a range of tech, including smart watches, tablets, games, and smart devices. And while many shoppers will head to retailers such …


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What NBN speed do I have?

Posted by May 15th 2024

By now, most Australians are connected to an NBN plan, or at least have an NBN connection available to their home. The great thing about the NBN is that households have more choice than ever …


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Exetel retains top spot in NBN speed report

Posted by May 14th 2024

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has released its latest report on NBN speeds, pitting 12 of Australia's biggest and best-known providers against one another in a quarterly battle for broadband supremacy. And in …



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ACCC pits the NBN against New Zealand’s broadband in new report

Posted by June 2nd 2022

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has released a new report that pits Australian broadband speeds and performance against New Zealand’s fibre and fixed wireless networks, to see just how the NBN stacks up. …


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Aussie Broadband vs Superloop: NBN Compared

Posted by October 4th 2024

Aussie Broadband is becoming one of Australia’s most popular NBN sellers, able to hold its own compared to other providers (even if it’s not the cheapest on the market). In fact, Aussie Broadband has been …



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Telstra error leads to delayed $11 million payout for customers

Posted by May 27th 2022

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has again called out Telstra for compliance failures, after the telco delayed paying customers more than $11 million in compensation. The ACMA launched an investigation into Telstra's conduct regarding …


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Origin: Save up to $320 on energy and internet bundle

Posted by July 1st 2022

Utility giant Origin is serving up a click-worthy bundled offer for all new internet and energy customers, with yearly bill savings of up to $320. Origin’s internet and energy bundle deal is available to residents who …


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Powerline Adapters: What are they and do you need one?

Posted by August 12th 2024

Slow internet can be frustrating, whether it’s time-consuming downloads, a movie that keeps buffering or video calls that keep dropping out. However, there are ways you can improve the internet in your home, one of …



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NBN Co proposes price changes that could double your broadband bill

Posted by February 27th 2023

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has released full details on proposed variations to broadband pricing submitted by NBN Co that, if approved, could cause internet bills to double over the next decade. NBN Co …


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Telstra finally extends 5G network access to smaller telcos

Posted by July 1st 2022

Telstra has confirmed its long-awaited 5G wholesale service will go live in July, giving more customers potential access to the next-generation mobile technology. The news is a game-changer for Telstra Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs), who …


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Save hundreds on Apple and Google phones in Telstra Day sale

Posted by June 15th 2022

Telstra's monthly one-day-only sale is back — cutting the price of big-name smartphones by up to $250, and offering discounts on new home internet and SIM-only mobile plans. Locked in for Thursday, May 5, Telstra …