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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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Samosa maker review – Is ALDI better than Kmart?

Posted by October 4th 2022

There’s a new appliance on the market, and it’s turning a restaurant favourite into an easy at-home snack. ALDI just launched a $39.99 samosa maker which can cook 24 samosas in minutes with shoppers already …




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OVO Energy slashes $120 off power bills for new customers

Posted by September 5th 2023

Have your winter energy bills left you feeling frosty towards your current energy provider? If that’s the case, OVO Energy’s latest switching promotion may just leave you feeling a bit more chilled again. The energy retailer …



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Samsung announces new watches, earbuds, and smartphones

Posted by August 17th 2022

Samsung continues to diversify its range of products, unveiling a range of smartwatches, earbuds, and even a pair of new smartphones that will be sure to get fists pumping. The Galaxy Z Fold 4 and …




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First look at ALDI’s small trolleys after nationwide rollout

Posted by December 30th 2022

ALDI has finally introduced smaller trolleys across its stores, in a bid to provide a more convenient shopping experience for customers. The long-awaited move was revealed with a picture posted to the ALDI Mums Facebook page, …






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The end of an era: Starburst lollies discontinued in Australia

Posted by February 24th 2023

Have you noticed the absence of Starburst lollies on supermarket shelves? We’ve got bad news; the empty shelves spell the end of an era. Mars Wrigley (which manufactures Starburst) has confirmed the iconic brand has …


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Burger pizza… Need we say more?

Posted by February 24th 2023

Domino’s is now in the burger business! It’s launched a Burger Joint pizza range complete with famous flavours and toppings. The range includes four burger pizzas to choose from, all available for delivery exclusively via the …



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Telco Circles.Life to pay over $300K for scam rule breaches

Posted by August 10th 2022

SIM-only telco Circles.Life will pay out more than $300,000 in fines and compensation, after breaking industry rules designed to protect customers against identity theft scammers. The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) hit Circles.Life with almost …