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James McCay

James is a devoted husband, father, and history buff. He studied Creative and Professional Writing at QUT, and is often buried in a book. He writes on a variety of topics, hoping to make a positive difference for readers through his writing.

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12 Apr 2021 14:26

The evolution of sports cars over a century

Written by James McCay

How have sports cars transformed over the last 100 years? Watch our video showing the evolution of sports cars over a century.

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25 Mar 2021 09:54

Electric vs petrol vs hybrid: What’s better value?

Written by James McCay

Electric cars are deemed cheaper to run but cost more to buy than petrol cars. We explore the running costs and emissions of a petrol, hybrid and electric vehicles over time.

30 Oct 2020 12:13

Could car modifications invalidate your car insurance policy?

Written by James McCay

We’ve explored how modifications on a car can impact your car insurance policy, and why it's important to let your insurer know of any changes to your vehicle.

25 Sep 2020 10:14

Car insurance for the future of electric vehicles

Written by James McCay

The next 10-20 years are set to be a revolution for electric cars – but how will we charge these vehicles in the future, and will car insurance still apply? Read on to find out.

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6 Jan 2020 13:56

Does the colour of your car affect insurance?

Written by James McCay

There are a lot of factors that can influence the cost of car insurance, including the colour of your vehicle. Learn more about how much of a difference it can make.

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21 Oct 2019 09:15

Single and buying a house? Our top 11 tips

Written by James McCay

Buying a house and being single can be tricky, but it isn’t impossible. Check out our top 11 tips for buying your own home/buying a home on your own.

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20 May 2019 09:18

How long does petrol last before it expires?

Written by James McCay

How long does petrol last? Not forever. Expired fuel can actually damage your engine. Read on to learn more about safely storing fuel at home.

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7 May 2019 14:06

Caesarean sections on the rise – especially for those with private health

Written by James McCay

Across the country, the rate of women giving birth by caesarean section, or C-section, has risen to 33% of births, according to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare’s (AIHW) 2018 report.

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24 Apr 2019 09:05

What is endometriosis and how does it affect 1 in 10 Aussie women?

Written by James McCay

In Australia, over 700,000 women suffer from endometriosis. What is endometriosis? What are its symptoms, and how do Medicare and private health insurance help cover the cost of treatment?

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12 Mar 2019 07:00

What are your responsibilities during a car recall?

Written by James McCay

2018 saw a lot of car recalls across multiple brands in Australia, as well as the nation’s largest-ever recall on the faulty Takata airbags.

8 Mar 2019 15:57

Top sports to increase your life expectancy

Written by James McCay

Learn about the top sports to increase your life expectancy based on scientific research, and how private health insurance extras can help cover the cost.

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7 Mar 2019 12:52

How do public dental waiting lists compare nationwide?

Written by James McCay

Getting dental cover through an extras cover policy can help you take care of your teeth, without paying hefty upfront fees or waiting for extended periods of time.

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