Posted by December 17th 2021
The regulator has given telco giant Telstra the green light to sell gas and electricity in Victoria, provided it meets some strict conditions. Telstra Energy will be required to establish a specialist team to deal with …
Posted by June 13th 2022
‘Tis the season for Aussies to be jolly as one local energy provider is giving away $1,500 in prizes simply for spreading joy this festive season. Bright Spark Power has teamed up with Christmas Light Search …
Posted by February 7th 2024
An Aussie-based renewables company is set to shake up the local solar market, thanks to its latest eco-friendly battery storage solution. Zero Emissions Developments'(ZED) newest innovation, ‘PowerCap’ – a sustainable battery system – has emerged as …
Posted by December 14th 2021
While it’s a busy time of year for many of us, and we might not feel like putting our budgets in order, there’s no such thing as a bad time for a good deal. That’s …
Posted by December 22nd 2023
The days are numbered for Victorian energy providers conjuring up last-minute deals to keep customers from switching to another provider. From December 31, ‘win-back offers’, also known as ‘retention offers’, will be outlawed as part of …
Posted by August 12th 2022
The cost of supplying electricity to households is at its lowest in eight years, according to new data from the consumer watchdog. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) revealed that the cost for retailers to …
Posted by March 18th 2022
In a move that's arguably long overdue, NBN Co is going greener — today announcing plans to source 100% renewable energy by the end of 2025. The broadband network provider has unveiled its Towards-Zero Carbon Ambition, …
Posted by December 10th 2021
As the world moves towards greener energy initiatives, it seems the days of picking a power provider based only on price may soon be behind us. While some retailers have already begun to market themselves beyond …
Posted by December 23rd 2021
Looking to score the iPhone 13, Samsung Galaxy S21, or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3, but put off by the $1,200+ price tag? Vodafone's newest SIM plans can nab you a new iPhone or Samsung …
Posted by December 8th 2021
Customer watchdog The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is back with another Measuring Broadband Australia report, pitting the country's eleven best-known NBN providers against one another in a battle to be crowned the fastest …
Posted by August 11th 2022
When it comes to choosing a smartwatch, there is the choice between a watch with extras and apps, and then there are watches designed for fitness enthusiasts. The Finnish brand Suunto specialises in the latter, …
Posted by December 3rd 2021
Consumer watchdog The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has released an all-new paper that finally gives customers a clearer picture of how the big three telcos compare on mobile network coverage. The ACCC's Mobile …
Posted by February 7th 2024
Victorians with solar panels could soon earn less for exporting electricity, following the regulator’s proposal of dropping the minimum feed-in tariff (FiT) from 1 July 2022. The proposed minimum feed-in tariff for 2022-23 is 5.2 cents …
Posted by August 13th 2022
The battle of the buttering technique has finally been settled − nearly two in five Aussies (38%) say buttering the outside of the toast is best, according to new research. In comparison, almost one in three …
Posted by December 2nd 2021
It’s that time of year when budgets are stretched as we prepare for the holiday season. So, if you’re looking for a deal to ease some of the financial pressure, Belong has an offer for …
Posted by December 22nd 2023
Victorians are loyal to the big energy providers despite cheaper deals on offer elsewhere at times, a new industry report has revealed. The Essential Services Commission (ESC) found there is a ‘striking consumer preference for large …
Posted by December 7th 2022
Bluey is the little Brisbane show that could, enjoying small successes before being picked up on a deal with Disney+ in 2019 to become a global sensation. It’s been applauded for not only mesmerising kids, …
Posted by July 7th 2022
Australia's second-largest telco, Optus, is launching a new initiative which builds on its ‘Donate Your Data’ program. Now Optus customers can not only donate any unused data to those who need it, but with the …
Posted by July 7th 2022
Aussie telcos will soon have more power to shut down SMS scammers, thanks to new regulatory changes announced by the Federal Government. Amendments to the Telecommunications (Interception and Access) Act will allow mobile providers to better …
Posted by September 23rd 2022
Award-winning Aussie telco Moose Mobile has made the move into NBN, launching a small suite of plans that cater to a range of needs and budgets. Available now, the SIM-only provider's new broadband plans include unlimited …