Posted by December 3rd 2020
A pack of gum can go a long way (or maybe not, depending if you have to share). But while it’s only a small purchase in your grocery shop, or maybe a one-off at the …
Posted by June 21st 2022
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has claimed another victory over Optus, with the telco now facing a hefty $6 million fine for misleading its broadband customers. In a conclusion to proceedings brought on by …
Posted by May 22nd 2024
Chips are made for sharing, but only if you like the same flavour. There’s nothing worse than seeing the snack table laid out, only to find the chips are ones you don’t like, or that …
Posted by July 5th 2022
Optus has ended TPG's download speed dominance, unexpectedly claiming the number-one spot in the latest Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) report on NBN performance. The ACCC has today released its seventh Measuring Broadband Australia report, which …
Posted by May 17th 2023
If you’ve recently received a rather unnerving email from Netflix suggesting it might be time to change your password because someone has logged into your account from a far-flung country you have never even been …
Posted by January 10th 2023
The Australian Communications Media Authority (ACMA) has released its report into telco complaints over the 2018-2019 financial year - and while customer satisfaction appears to be on the rise, there's still several areas where providers are falling …
Posted by June 2nd 2022
Victoria’s energy regulator has issued $900,000 in penalties to retailer Momentum Energy for overcharging customers on their power bills. This comes after the Essential Services Commission (ESC) found that the energy provider failed to apply relevant …
Posted by October 14th 2022
Note: Some of the below mentioned devices may no longer be available on a plan from some of the telcos. The much-anticipated Google Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL are finally official. And not only do …
Posted by July 5th 2022
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is continuing its investigation into NBN affordability, announcing today it has launched an inquiry into wholesale NBN prices. The inquiry will look at issues first publicly raised by the …
Posted by July 5th 2022
Customers aren't the only ones frustrated with the NBN rollout - it seems Australia's consumer watchdog is also ready to put its foot down. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has proposed new regulated wholesale …
Posted by April 5th 2023
Note: Optus no longer offers the iPhone 11 Pro or the iPhone 11 Pro Max. After the initial announcement in September 2019, the iPhone 11 series took inspiration from the 2018 devices with a simple offering …
Posted by January 23rd 2023
After months of speculation and anticipation, we finally have details on the 2019 Apple iPhones. Named the iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max, these devices follow on nicely from the 2018 …
Posted by October 14th 2022
It’s that time of year again! Apple has announced its 2019 iPhone lineup, with three new high-end devices available to pre-order from Friday, September 13. The iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and super-sized iPhone 11 …
Posted by July 5th 2022
Woolworths has confirmed its latest collectables craze, which this time see customers collect plants to grow their own food.
Posted by January 23rd 2023
While the iPhone XR is no longer available from Vodafone, the telco stocks a wide range of iPhone plans. You can pick up any of these phones on a 12, 24, or 36-month device payment …
Posted by February 7th 2023
If you can’t justify spending more than $2,000 on a Thermomix, some shoppers are claiming ALDI’s Mistral Thermo Cooker is just as good.
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, …
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 …
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 …
Posted by October 17th 2022
One of 2019's most eagerly-awaited smartphones is finally here! After months of rumours, leaks, and much anticipation, the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 has been officially unveiled, and is now available to pick up on phone …