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Telstra and TPG/Vodafone ink coverage-boosting network deal

Posted by February 22nd 2022

Telstra and TPG Telecom have announced a game-changing, billion-dollar network-sharing deal that's set to boost mobile coverage across regional Australia. Subject to regulatory approval, the telco giants have agreed to a ten-year Multi-Operator Core Network (MOCN) …



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Best movies to watch on Paramount+

Posted by July 7th 2023

It’s not hard to find a movie to settle in with on the couch, with Australia home to plenty of streaming services to choose from. But when it comes to actually picking a movie, we’re …


The Best Movies on Apple TV+

Posted by July 7th 2023

It’s no secret that major streaming services are the definition of convenience. Gone are the days of waiting for your favourite movie to hit the DVD store – streaming is here, and it’s here to stay. …


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New BYD Atto electric vehicle set to launch in Australia

Posted by February 18th 2022

Chinese manufacturer BYD has announced that it will be launching a new electric SUV model in Australia in the coming days. Known as the Yuan Plus in Chinese markets, the model is expected to be called …



Are Kmart washing machines any good? Review

Posted by March 13th 2023

Just when we thought Kmart couldn’t get any better, the department store now stocks its own range of whitegoods under the Anko brand online, including washing machines! That’s right, you can now buy a washer …


Are Kmart dishwashers any good? Review

Are Kmart dishwashers any good? Review

Posted by March 13th 2023

Kmart may be best known for its cheap and cheerful appliances and trendy homewares, and now the department store has its own range of whitegoods under the Anko brand online, which includes a freestanding dishwasher …


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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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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 …



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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 …