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Energy Locals reassures Aussies they’re not going anywhere

Posted by March 31st 2023

Energy Locals has reassured its customers that the Melbourne-based retailer is not going anywhere despite global and domestic events sending shockwaves across the industry. Not only did the provider give a summary of what’s driving up …


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OPPO A76 review: A great all-rounder for a budget phone

Posted by June 7th 2022

There is some big competition when it comes to cheap and affordable phones, with OPPO one of the front runners in this space. However, despite releasing some of the cheapest 5G phones on the market …


ALDI brings back best of British snacks in Special Buys  

PSA: ALDI brings back best of British snacks in Special Buys  

Posted by July 4th 2022

ALDI is bringing back British food week, with a selection of classic English snacks including McVitie's biscuits and Fry’s chocolate cream hitting stores from Wednesday 8, 2022. It’s the annual sale Poms in Australia look …


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Telstra confirms phone plan prices will rise in July

Posted by March 24th 2023

Aussies continue to feel the sting of higher living costs, with Telstra confirming that its postpaid mobile plan prices will rise from July 1 for both new and existing customers. Current Telstra subscribers will see their …


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EnergyAustralia cops record $12M penalty for life support breaches

Posted by June 3rd 2022

EnergyAustralia has been ordered to pay a record $12 million in penalties by the Federal Court for failing to comply with its life support obligations to vulnerable customers. In proceedings brought forth by the Australian Energy …


Woolworths to ditch ALL reusable plastic bags for good

Woolworths to ditch ALL reusable plastic bags nationwide

Posted by August 11th 2022

Woolworths will stop selling its 15-cent reusable plastic shopping bags nationwide over the next year. It’s the first supermarket to pledge to remove all plastic shopping bags for good. The reusable plastic shopping bags will be …


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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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How to watch Peaky Blinders in Australia

Posted by March 13th 2023

Not since Guy Ritchie’s early 2000s run of movies has being a British gangster been so appealing, that is until Peaky Blinders came onto the scene in 2013. Arguably single-handedly behind the wave of razor-cut …


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OPPO Find X5 review: Serious quality with serious cameras

Posted by June 1st 2022

OPPO’s early 2022 series — the OPPO Find X5 range — delivers the latest premium experience across a range of price points. The Find X5 sits in the middle of the more premium and expensive …




New Golden Bakery ‘scone loaf’ divides opinions

New Golden Bakery ‘scone loaf’ divides opinions

Posted by June 30th 2022

A limited-edition ‘scone loaf’ which recently hit supermarket shelves has garnered mixed reviews online. Golden Bakery’s scone-inspired loaf includes 20 thick slices and is available from Coles, Woolworths, and other independent grocers for $5.50. The latest …


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AGL scraps coal demerger plans amid pressure from Cannon-Brookes

Posted by January 13th 2023

AGL Energy has scrapped its controversial coal demerger plans, after championing by climate activist and tech billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes left fears for shareholder support. The utilities giant revealed in a statement that it has withdrawn its …


Motorola announces three new smartphones in Australia

Posted by June 20th 2022

The American telecommunications company, which is a subsidiary of Lenovo, has announced a major three additions to its suite of smartphones. The Motorola Edge 30, Moto G82 5G, and the Moto E32 will cover a …


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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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NSW Energy Accounts Payment Assistance: How to claim up to $1,600

Posted by December 22nd 2023

The New South Wales government has announced a welcome boost to its assistance payment for energy customers currently experiencing financial hardship due to soaring power prices. NSW Energy Minster Matt Kean revealed the Energy Accounts Payment …


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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 …