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Best Sports Docos on Amazon Prime Video

Posted by October 21st 2022

While weekly matches gives players their needed rest and recovery, for fans, that week can feel like eternity. Thankfully, there’s other ways to get your sporting fill rather than waiting for matchday - docos. While …


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Kogan launches bundle offer for energy and NBN customers

Posted by August 22nd 2024

Retailer-of-all-trades Kogan is launching a new bundle offer to entice customers to jump on board with both energy and home internet plans. Sign on for Kogan Internet and Kogan Energy, stay with both plans for at …


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Huawei Nova 7i Review: Huawei’s $500 phone

Posted by July 7th 2022

The Huawei Nova 7i is Huawei’s budget smartphone of 2021, and were it not for the lack of Google, it might be one of the best mid-range phones out there. It’s got a lot of …



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ALDI Mobile introduces two new family plans for data sharing

Posted by May 10th 2022

ALDI Mobile has announced two new family-oriented plans, each including shared data for multiple users. The new plans don't replace old ALDI Mobile products, and are instead completely new options designed to cater to families or …


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Telstra still number one for 5G mobile speeds and coverage

Posted by February 22nd 2023

Although it's still early days for 5G networks in Australia, the next-generation mobile technology is becoming increasingly available in major metro and suburban areas across the country. Optus, Telstra and Vodafone are each in the …


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How to watch Futurama in Australia

Posted by May 16th 2023

Since the first episode aired in 1999, Futurama has been transporting viewers to the 31st Century for an exhilarating journey through space. The ultimate escapist cartoon series, which combines the nostalgia and jokes of the …



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Click Energy brand to close, 200,000+ customers moving to AGL

Posted by June 9th 2022

The Click Energy brand will soon be closed after the industry regulator accepted an application to surrender its electricity and gas retail license, meaning all 200,000+ customers will be making their way over to AGL. The …


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Samsung Galaxy S21 review: a fast new flagship smartphone

Posted by February 22nd 2023

Samsung's latest premium smartphone — and the first major device release of 2021 — is the Galaxy S21, a high-end upgrade to last year's much-loved S20 series. Touted as a handset that puts the 'epic' …


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Default Market Offer prices set to plummet in 2021

Posted by February 18th 2021

Aussies on costly standing offer plans are set to see their power bills fall after the energy regulator released its draft pricing proposal for the Default Market Offer (DMO) in 2021-22. The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) …


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Telstra’s new mobile plans ditch bills for upfront payments

Posted by February 22nd 2023

Telstra is making moves to scrap traditional postpaid phone bills, launching a new set of 'upfront' mobile plans that require customers to pay in advance - just don't call them prepaid. The telco has quietly unveiled …


The best Valentine’s Day movies and shows on Netflix and Stan

Posted by July 7th 2023

Valentine's Day is a love-it-or-hate-it holiday, eliciting excitement from some and eye-rolls from others. But coupled-up or not, Valentine's Day is also a great time to curl up on the couch, heat up some popcorn, and start streaming. Both …



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Failing to help vulnerable customers costs Alinta Energy $1.125 million

Posted by January 13th 2023

One of the country’s biggest energy retailers has been slapped with penalties totalling $1.125 million for allegedly placing conditions on providing assistance to vulnerable customers in Victoria. The state’s energy regulator, the Essential Services Commission (ESC), …



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Telstra announces $5 Kayo subscription for Live Pass members

Posted by February 2nd 2021

Telstra has announced that eligible Live Pass users will now have access to a discounted Kayo subscription, thanks to a long-term partnership between the two. Sports streaming platform Kayo will now replace Telstra Live Pass – …


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Woolworths’ Discovery Garden promo is back!

Posted by February 3rd 2021

Months after sending Aussie shoppers wild over Disney+ ooshies, Woolworths is now bringing back its hugely popular Discovery Garden promo. From February 10, shoppers will be able to receive a free plant and seedling kit for …


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AGL launches SIM-only mobile plans with bundle discounts

Posted by February 22nd 2023

Several months after launching a small suite of NBN plans, leading energy provider AGL is continuing its move into the Australian telco market. The company has officially announced AGL Mobile, a new range of SIM-only …