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Felix Mobile launches new, data-packed SIM plans

Posted by September 26th 2023

Planet-first provider Felix Mobile is the latest Aussie telco to tweak plans and pricing — launching all-new SIM plans packed with data. The prepaid telco has unveiled two new SIM-only plans; however, it's also raised the …



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Amaysim offers new iPhone 15 series with plan discounts

Posted by April 30th 2024

While Telstra, Optus and Vodafone might be the first point of call when it comes to picking up a new iPhone and plan bundle, Amaysim is certainly offering some competition to tempt prospective iPhone 15 …


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Compare iPhone 15 plans and deals in Australia

Posted by October 4th 2023

Eyeing off the new iPhone 15 series? These phones come with a pretty hefty price tag, so you might prefer to pick up your iPhone on a plan so you can split your device payments. …


EnergyAustralia and ACCC alleged misleading prices

Consumer watchdog takes EnergyAustralia to court over misleading prices

Posted by September 22nd 2023

EnergyAustralia is in hot water with the consumer watchdog, after the retailer allegedly gave misleading electricity prices to households and small businesses during last year’s market crisis. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has taken …



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 …


Cheapest fridges to buy Australia prices review compared

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) …


NSW Government scraps EV rebate 2024

NSW to pull the plug on EV rebates and subsidies in 2024

Posted by September 18th 2023

Drivers looking to purchase a new electric vehicle in New South Wales will soon miss out on major subsidies and rebates, as the state government looks to pull the plug on its EV incentives. As part …


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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 review: Bigger screen, better experience

Posted by September 21st 2023

Not content with being the premiere brand for standard Android smartphones, Samsung is also laying claim to the burgeoning foldable phone market in Australia. The manufacturer's Samsung Galaxy Z Fold and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip …


How to watch the ryder cup 2023

How to watch the Ryder Cup in Australia

Posted by May 14th 2024

It’s the United States versus Europe in the Ryder Cup, the biennial golf tournament that pits the landmasses across the Atlantic Ocean against each other. The tournament will stretch over three days, with five sessions …



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Indie telco Swoop expands into mobile with new, low-cost plans

Posted by September 21st 2023

Fast-growing broadband provider Swoop has entered the mobile plan space, recently launching a small suite of postpaid options at competitive prices. The telco has unveiled four new SIM-only plans, with prices beginning from $15 per month …



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Apple iPhone 15 revealed: Features, prices and more

Posted by September 3rd 2024

Happy iPhone Day to all who celebrate! The 2023 editions of Apple's iconic smartphones have finally been revealed, bringing a powerhouse new chipset, better cameras, and a tougher design - albeit it with a bigger …


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Top 10 Best Shows on BritBox

Posted by September 19th 2023

BritBox brings you the best of British telly, such as comedy classics we all know and love as well as some fresher titles straight from the UK. Canstar Blue has done the hard yards and …


How to watch the Basketball World Cup in Australia

Posted by September 5th 2023

Basketball has become a hugely popular sport in Australia in recent years, thanks partly to our obsession with anything American, but also our appreciation of the world’s best athletes. But while the NBA is still …