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43% of Aussies don’t know what energy tariff they’re on

Posted by February 16th 2022

More than two fifths of Aussies (43%) are not sure what type of electricity tariff they’re on despite it having a big impact on their energy costs, a recent Canstar Blue survey revealed. South Australians were …


Burger Man chips are back!

PSA: Burger Man Saucee chips are back!

Posted by February 16th 2022

Burger Man Saucee chips are now back in Woolworths, decades after the nostalgic party snacks were discontinued. The Aussie classic is back on sale in Woolies stores nationwide and shoppers are already going wild over the …


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The best trade-in offers for the Samsung Galaxy S22

Posted by February 16th 2022

Samsung's Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+ and Galaxy S22 Ultra are now available to pre-order, with each device shipping and arriving in stores from March 4, 2022. But these top-of-the-line smartphones aren't exactly cheap, with outright …


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The best movies on BINGE

Posted by July 7th 2023

Looking to wind down after a rough day of 9-5 hustling? Tasked with picking the flick for family movie night? Or maybe you’re just in the mood for a movie that won’t let you down. …


Outlander

How to watch Outlander in Australia

Posted by July 7th 2023

It’s the show that has captivated audiences to the brink where a nickname has been given for the wait between seasons - a Droughtlander. Of course, we’re talking about the time-travelling, multi-genre epic Outlander, known …


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AGL the latest NBN provider to offer super-fast NBN speeds

Posted by April 10th 2024

The demand for speedy internet is higher than ever, with more and more Aussies switching to faster internet plans. When NBN Co first released the option for NBN 250 and NBN 1000 speeds, the number …




Vegemite 'Cheesybite' gets a makeover under a Bega rebrand

Vegemite ‘Cheesybite’ rebranded under Bega Cheese

Posted by July 1st 2022

Say goodbye to ‘Cheesybite’ and hello to ‘Vegemite & Cheese’ − marking the first time the Bega logo appears on a Vegemite product. For reference, Bega Cheese purchased the Vegemite brand in 2017, returning it to …



Succession

How to watch Succession in Australia

Posted by July 7th 2023

If you’re a fan of dysfunctional dynasties, Billions, or just any money-hungry vultures with large egos, then Succession is the show for you. HBO’s satirical comedy-drama that follows a media family ('loosely' inspired by the …



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Electric vehicle range anxiety to be eliminated by 2024

Posted by February 9th 2022

Range anxiety for electric vehicle (EV) drivers could be eliminated within the next two years, according to a new automotive report. Findings by Australian EV and clean energy company, Bell Resources, predict that EVs could be …


Severance

How to watch Severance in Australia

Posted by March 13th 2023

Workplace thriller either sounds like an oxymoron, or the daydreams of a drone stuck in data management, but in Ben Stiller’s new series Severance, it’s an apt description for an experiment gone horribly wrong. An …


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Stand out with Huawei’s new lipstick-inspired earphones

Posted by February 8th 2022

In a market saturated with very same-same looking earbuds, it’s hard to stand out from the crowd. Apple chooses to keep its iconic white headphone design with its AirPods, while Samsung has introduced colour-coordinated cases …



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Ouch: Sumo fined $500,000 for alleged wrongful disconnections

Posted by July 5th 2022

Energy retailer Sumo Power has paid $500,000 in penalties for wrongfully disconnecting dozens of customers in late 2020, the Victorian regulator says. The Essential Services Commission (ESC) alleges that Sumo Power and Sumo Gas wrongfully disconnected …


Euphoria

How to watch Euphoria in Australia

Posted by July 7th 2023

Zendaya’s angsty teen drama Euphoria made headlines after it premiered in 2019 on HBO, garnering attention almost immediately thanks to its stellar Gen Z/Millennial line-up. Alongside ex-Disney Channel sweetheart Zendaya, the show boasts the talent …