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Phillip Portman

When he’s not busy writing, Phillip can usually be found at the movies, playing with his Italian Greyhound Wilma, hanging out with his cockatiel Tiki, or talking about everything pop culture. He has a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Journalism and has previously written about health, entertainment, and lifestyle for various publications. Phillip loves to help others and hopes that people learn something new from his articles.

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Stories by Phillip Portman

family saving money

25 Aug 2026 10:53

Tax time relief: Refunds set to bolster household budgets as Aussies battle rising cost-of-living

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Sarah Orr

Many Aussies are set to stash, not splash, their tax return.

woman using heater in winter

14 Aug 2026 11:10

Half of Aussies to switch off and shiver to beat high electricity costs

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Meredith O'Brien

Winter is here, but many Aussies are shunning heating in an attempt to lower their bills.

David Koch, Compare the Market's Economic Director

11 Aug 2026 14:30

‘The right decision’: Kochie reacts as RBA leaves rates on hold

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by David Koch

Compare the Market's Economic Director David Koch has reacted to the August RBA interest rate decision.

couple saving money amid cost-of-living crisis

10 Aug 2026 08:57

From skimping on essentials to raiding savings: Two-thirds of Aussies fear another rate rise would break budget

Written by Phillip Portman

Households with mortgages or rent increases are being forced to cut back, while some debt-free homeowners may have more capacity to keep spending.

woman not using heating in winter

7 Aug 2026 10:43

From cold showers to snuggly blankets: The lengths three-quarters of Aussies are going to curb winter bill shock

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Meredith O'Brien

One in five Aussies surveyed have abandoned the heater altogether and are opting to snuggle in a blanket instead.

Compare the Market's Economic Director David Koch

5 Aug 2026 09:49

‘Triple red flag’: Kochie urges RBA to keep rates on hold in August

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by David Koch

The RBA will soon decide whether to hold or hike rates in August.

Men looking at cars after a car crash

24 Jul 2026 09:38

Victorians most likely to report a car accident in the past year, research finds

Written by Phillip Portman

The findings also revealed how Australians dealt with the financial aftermath of a crash.

21 Jul 2026 09:41

The simple supermarket swap that could save Aussies more than $3,400 a year

Written by Phillip Portman

Now in its second year, the trawl also uncovered a number of mark ups on individual products.

family at the beach

10 Jul 2026 09:44

Australians warned to pack more than sunscreen as natural disaster risks escalate overseas

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Sarah Orr

The warning comes as Australians continue to travel overseas in huge numbers.

man filling car with fuel

18 Jun 2026 10:20

Drivers brace for fuel price spike as relief cliff looms

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Sarah Orr

Nearly six in 10 Aussies surveyed are planning to drive less to beat higher costs.

a family with a baby spending time with grandparents in backyard

22 May 2026 07:00

‘$27k a year in savings’: Kochie on why multi-generational living has become a defense against the cost-of-living crisis

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by David Koch

It’s the kind of financial assistance that could help many get onto the property ladder.

18 May 2026 12:49

Over half of Aussies throwing money down the drain amid imminent electricity pricing decision

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by David Koch

Many Aussies have the power to change, but won't, according to new Compare the Market data.

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