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Optus iPhone XR Plans & Prices

Posted by October 14th 2022

Update: As of September 2020, the iPhone XR is no longer available on Optus handset plans. However, the telco stocks a variety of other iPhones.  The iPhone XR is available to buy, and as you would expect, …


Free streaming service Tubi to launch in Australia

Posted by May 10th 2022

Netflix and Stan look to have a new competitor in Australia – and the latest arrival comes absolutely free. US SVOD (subscription video on demand) service Tubi will officially launch in Australia on September 1, bringing …


Coles reveals Little Shop 2 newspaper collectable

Posted by February 18th 2022

Just when you thought the doors were starting to close on the Coles Little Shop hype, the supermarket giant has released another mini to collect – although it’s only available this weekend. Shoppers will now be …



How to earn bill credits for cutting your power with EnergyAustralia

Posted by August 21st 2019

EnergyAustralia has launched a new power-saving campaign that rewards customers for cutting down on their energy usage during periods of high demand. The ‘PowerResponse’ initiative sees EnergyAustralia customers earn bill credits if they manage to reduce …


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How to get a free day’s worth of electricity from Powershop

Posted by October 11th 2023

Fancy a day off from your power bills? That’s what you’ll get if you switch to Powershop during its free power promotion period. That’s right, at a time when energy providers are looking for more and …


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Origin Energy hit with $80,000 fine for cutting power to homes

Posted by February 18th 2022

Origin has paid $80,000 in penalties enforced by the energy regulator for the alleged unlawful disconnection of power to more than 50 premises between January 2018 and May 2019. These penalties were incurred as a result …


ACCC report: TPG still number one for NBN speeds

Posted by July 5th 2022

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has released its sixth quarterly NBN speed report - and once again, TPG has claimed the number-one spot for download speeds. The ACCC's Measuring Broadband Australia report - compiled from …


Huawei P30 and P30 Pro: plans, prices, and deals

Posted by June 22nd 2023

After a solid month of spec and feature leaks, Huawei's much-anticipated P30 and P30 Pro smartphones are available on plans from a range of telcos. Unveiled in Paris early 2019, these Android devices don't pack too many …


Dodo and CovaU to refund energy customers over discount claims

Posted by February 18th 2022

Electricity retailers Dodo and CovaU will refund customers after being issued with infringement notices by the consumer watchdog for alleged misleading claims about the discounts available on their energy plans. The companies have paid penalties of …


It’s back: Coles reveals Little Shop 2 collectables

Posted by July 25th 2022

Brace yourself, Little Shop is making a comeback! Coles is bringing back its widely popular mini collectables from Wednesday (July 17) with a ‘Little Shop 2’ edition. Thirty miniatures will be available in a similar promotion that …


Is ALDI’s $149 mattress really a dream bargain?

Posted by September 20th 2022

ALDI is proving that the bedroom isn’t where the magic happens, instead it’s in the sales aisles of its many stores. Well, depending on who you talk to! The supermarket chain has pulled another money-saving trick …




AGL offers free month of gas in WA

Posted by June 21st 2022

The gas price war in Western Australia has taken another twist with energy giant AGL offering a free month of gas usage and supply for new eligible customers. Making inroads into the WA market, AGL now …


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How to watch Big Little Lies in Australia

Posted by December 7th 2022

It was one of the biggest TV shows to hit screens in 2017 and now Big Little Lies is back for a second season. Based on the novel of the same name by Aussie author …


Default price to slash Victorian energy bills

Posted by February 18th 2022

Thousands of Victorian households will see their power bills slashed from July thanks to the introduction of a new ‘default’ energy offer. Revealed by the state’s Essential Services Commission, the Victorian Default Offer will see customers on …


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Officeworks launches mobile and NBN plans through new telco, Accord

Posted by February 12th 2021

While the Aussie telco landscape is already fairly competitive, there’s a new provider on the block - and you might be surprised to find it’s from stationery and office supply giant, Officeworks. Known as Accord with Officeworks, the …


Telstra Plus rewards program now live

Posted by April 5th 2023

Early last month, Telstra announced the upcoming launch of Telstra Plus: an all-new loyalty and rewards program offering redeemable points, perks, and VIP benefits. As of today, Telstra Plus is officially live across Australia - …