Posted by September 4th 2023
Challenger brand Energy Locals has slashed the cost of its flagship clean energy offer for new customers in Victoria. As part of its latest switching promotion, the retailer is giving away $100 in bill credit to …
Posted by February 13th 2023
The Quarter Two Complaints Report released by the Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman (TIO) has found an increase in the number of phone and internet complaints received between October and December 2022. Over 17,900 total complaints were referred …
Posted by December 17th 2024
Nearly a quarter of bill-payers are still confused when it comes to comparing energy plans and providers, according to recent Canstar Blue survey data. Despite recent reforms to make the switching process easier, 22% of 4,915 …
Posted by December 22nd 2023
Households in New South Wales could soon shave up to $250 off their power bill for comparing energy deals, under a proposed state government incentive. The NSW Energy Bill Saver program would allow an estimated two …
Posted by February 8th 2023
Have you ever spied a special so good you needed to dash to the store, only to find it was sold out? A little-known hack called a raincheck can help shoppers score discounts on grocery items …
Posted by February 8th 2023
Whether shacked up or single, everyone deserves the gift of good sleep, so Emma Sleep is slashing the prices of cult bedding products by half for Valentine’s Day. Who needs Cupid? The biggest discounts include up …
Posted by February 6th 2023
MyRepublic has finally shut its website to new customers, weeks after Canstar Blue reported that the Singapore-based NBN provider had decided to leave the Australian internet market. MyRepublic, which had been offering NBN plans in Australia …
Posted by February 3rd 2023
With both the EPL and Champion’s League underway, there’s already plenty to be excited about if you’re a fan of overseas football. And there is something else on the horizon that should keep you strapped in front …
Posted by May 22nd 2024
Rising living costs, supply chain disruptions, and ongoing supermarket ‘milk wars’ have seen the price of milk skyrocket. Hyperinflation and subsequent rising grocery costs are also putting pressure on household budgets like never before. To …
Posted by February 2nd 2023
While you’ll be able to pick up your device outright from Samsung direct and a range of retailers, you can also pick up your new phone on a plan from Telstra, Optus, Vodafone and Woolworths …
Posted by April 13th 2023
Samsung's 2023 flagship phone series has been revealed: say hello to the Samsung Galaxy S23. As expected, the range includes the standard Galaxy S23, the larger Samsung Galaxy S23+, and the luxe Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra. …
Posted by February 2nd 2023
Woolworths is bringing back its popular Lego-style collectables – Woolworths Bricks – this time with an adorable farm theme. What’s included in Woolworths Bricks Farm? The latest iteration of Woolworths Bricks, called Bricks Farm, features elements that …
Posted by January 27th 2023
The rising price of groceries is Australians’ biggest financial worry for the year ahead, exclusive Canstar research has revealed, and shoppers are already cutting back on how many, or what type of groceries they buy …
Posted by January 25th 2023
Alinta Energy has paid penalties totalling more than $380,000 in Victoria for allegedly breaching rules that protect vulnerable energy customers. The Essential Services Commission (ESC) – Victoria’s independent energy regulator – issued the retailer with penalty …
Posted by January 24th 2023
Some reprieve from soaring power costs may soon be on the cards for households and businesses as wholesale electricity costs show signs of decline in eastern states. As part of a new Treasury analysis, a decline …
Posted by January 24th 2023
The day of using your mate’s brother’s friend’s girlfriend’s Netflix account may be a thing of the past, with Netflix announcing its plan to cut down on account and password sharing. The new restrictions will mean …
Posted by January 24th 2023
Vodafone has made sweeping changes to its postpaid mobile plans, streamlining its range down to three selections and scrapping its premium unlimited data offer completely. The telco’s new SIM-only postpaid range is live from today, and …
Posted by January 20th 2023
Tango Energy has issued a warning to some of its New South Wales customers of incoming significant price hikes to their bills. The retailer issued a statement via email to some NSW customers whose fixed rates …
Posted by January 20th 2023
QEnergy and Mojo Power East have each paid more than $180,000 in penalties for allegedly charging customers on the Victorian Default Offer (VDO) incorrect rates. The two retailers were found by the Essential Services Commission (ESC) …
Posted by December 4th 2024
Households with natural gas in Victoria have been warned to brace for significant increases to their bills as wholesale costs leave retailers no choice but to hike up prices. Several retailers, including big three provider EnergyAustralia, …