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Henry Man

Henry is a professional communicator passionate about the intersection of technology and transportation. The former automotive journalist has a Bachelor of Communication/Journalism (with majors in Public Relations and Digital Media) from The University of Queensland.

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Stories by Henry Man

Woman holding hat walking in Malta

7 Nov 2025 07:00

Gastro spoils holiday plans for 1 in 4 Aussies, new study reveals

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by Catriona Rowntree

Aussies with the “travel bug” must be careful to avoid catching a bug while travelling, with new research from Compare the Market revealing 73% of holidaymakers have experienced illness or injury while on vacation.  

David Koch gestures while holding the Compare the Market 2025 Household Budget Barometer report

6 Nov 2025 07:00

Half of Australians have credit card debt, new report finds

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by David Koch

The Black Friday and Christmas shopping wave is upon us – but Australians continue to grow their money debt in credit cards, according to Compare the Market’s 2025 Household Budget Barometer report.

David Koch gesturing beside Andrew Winter at Compare the Market's 2025 Household Budget Barometer Q&A launch

5 Nov 2025 07:00

Australians’ not-so-secret property barrier to entry revealed

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by David Koch

More than three-in-four Australians plan to pass on property to their children, according to Compare the Market’s latest Household Budget Barometer report.

Nurse explaining to patient at reception holding a paper board and pen

3 Oct 2025 07:00

Bill shock: Australians’ biggest health “icks” exposed

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by David Koch

Unexpected health expenses have been dubbed the biggest pet peeve, with Compare the Market research revealing tooth aches, injuries and sudden illnesses also annoy.

Man driver gesturing

26 Sep 2025 07:00

Australian’s worst driving habits revealed amid the spring school holidays

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by Chris Ford

With the school holidays underway in some states, new Compare the Market research has uncovered Australian’s worst driving habit admissions.

Hand holding rolled-up cash

27 Aug 2025 07:00

Salary, savings and spending: Nearly half of Australians admit to money white lies

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by David Koch

They say “money talks” but many Australians have been less than honest about their spending habits and personal wealth according to new Compare the Market research showing almost half the nation has lied about money.

23 Jul 2025 06:00

Petrol vs hybrid vs electric cars: Staggering running cost savings revealed

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by David Koch

Motorists could save over a thousand dollars a year on car running costs and loan repayments by choosing an EV as their next car purchase, according to new analysis by Compare the Market.

couple with an electricity bill

9 Jul 2025 07:00

Cost-of-living: How money stress is impacting Australians’ health, sleep and relationships

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by David Koch

Almost half of Australians admit the rising cost-of-living has impacted their mental health with young people most impacted, according to a new study by Compare the Market.

Preparing for cash rate rise

4 Jul 2025 10:00

The hidden ‘third income’ helping Australians combat cost-of-living

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by David Koch

Australians have relied even more on the bank of parents and grandparents to save money amid cost-of-living pressures, according to the latest research by Compare the Market.

Red Tesla Model 3 parked to the side of the road in rural Australia

5 Jun 2025 07:00

Electric shock: Significant price differences to insure electric and hybrid cars revealed

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by David Koch

 Australians insuring electric vehicles continue to be slugged with higher premiums according to new research by Compare the Market showing premiums for some popular models can be north of $3,000.

Man holding cash notes

23 Apr 2025 07:00

The ‘convenience catch’ that’s creeping up on Australians

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by David Koch

Australian drivers could be spending hundreds more on car insurance than they need to, according to new research by Compare the Market in what experts have labelled a “convenience catch”.

22 Apr 2025 10:00

Brisbane retains top spot in best cost-of-living cities 2025 index

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by Stephen Zeller

Brisbane continues to be the second-most cost-effective city to live in globally, according to a new index by Compare the Market.

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