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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.

Stories by Henry Man

couple saving money amid cost-of-living crisis

15 Jul 2026 09:42

Mid-year check-in: 19% of Aussies haven’t started their New Year’s resolutions

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by David Koch

Compare the Market’s Economic Director David Koch said increased living costs had made some resolutions harder to achieve.

Vehicle traffic in the evening

13 Jul 2026 07:00

Riskiest drivers in Australia revealed by insurers

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by David Koch

It turns out age isn’t just a number when it comes to your insurance, with new research from Compare the Market showing drivers in high-risk age groups could pay up to $1,200 more than motorists deemed to be less risky.

Charging electric car

29 Jun 2026 07:00

EV energy plan comparison reveals potential savings by switching

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by David Koch

Electric vehicle drivers could potentially save up to $1,800 a year by taking advantage of an EV energy plan offer according to a new analysis by Compare the Market.

a woman oven shopping comparing gas vs electricity

19 Jun 2026 07:00

Shoppers set to spend almost $600 on average this EOFY season

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by David Koch

More than half of Australians (56%) plan to splash cash in End of Financial Year (EOFY) sales, with consumers set to fork out $593 on average according to Compare the Market data.

Headphones on wooden table

9 Jun 2026 07:00

Wasted subscriptions costing 50% of Australians potentially hundreds per year

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by David Koch

 Around 50% of Australians admit to paying for unused subscriptions, with Compare the Market data revealing consumers could be wasting more than $1,600 annually on streaming services and the gym.

petrol bowsers at a petrol station

15 May 2026 07:00

46% of Australians unnecessarily pouring hundreds at the fuel pump

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by Chris Ford

Motorists could save around $620 a year by switching to a cheaper fuel type, according to new research from Compare the Market showing the average difference between premium unleaded and E10 can be 24 cents per litre on average.

a blonde woman charging her electric car while looking at her phone

9 Apr 2026 07:00

EV insurance prices up 10% in 12 months, but Aussies could save with one simple move

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by David Koch

More than 54%* of Australians are considering a switch to an electric or hybrid car amid rising fuel costs, but Compare the Market is urging motorists to avoid being stung with higher insurance premiums by taking time to shop around.

Man refuelling car at the fuel station pump

3 Mar 2026 07:00

‘Time to review’: Car insurance warning for 2026, as 38% of Aussies could be saving hundreds

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by Chris Ford

With fuel prices expected to rise due to the war in Iran, Aussie motorists driving less in 2026 could save hundreds by updating one key detail on their car insurance policy, according to new research from Compare the Market.

Traffic in city sunset

26 Feb 2026 10:00

‘One tweak could save hundreds’: Car insurance tip revealed

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by David Koch

A simple change could reduce car insurance premiums by hundreds, with Compare the Market warning Australian motorists to not settle on default excess settings when starting or renewing their policy.

women shopping in supermarket

17 Feb 2026 16:00

Loyalty tax in the aisles: 55% of Aussies surveyed could be missing out on big supermarket savings

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by David Koch

More than half of Australians are missing out on savings by staying loyal to big brands at the supermarket, according to research by Compare the Market.

20 Jan 2026 07:00

Back-to-school bills tipped to push 58% of Aussies deeper in debt

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by Chris Ford

The new school year could pack fresh money pain for Australian families, with the average spend on uniforms, shoes, electronics, and other supplies climbing to $767 according to data from Compare the Market.  

6 Jan 2026 07:15

Swelting summer savers: 51% of Australians cutting back air-con use to save money

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by Chris Ford

Half of Australians plan to cut back on air conditioning use this summer in a bid to combat rising electricity prices, according to new Compare the Market research.

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