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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

social media spending

21 Sep 2023 15:28

More than 1/3 Aussies ditching social media to improve mental health

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by Phillip Portman

Many Australians are ditching social media in favour of their mental health.

man shopping at the grocery store

21 Sep 2023 09:00

Cost of living continues to bite as the number of people skipping meals climbs

Written by Noémi Hadnagy, reviewed by Phillip Portman

Alarming research from Compare the Market has found that 42.2% of Aussies have cut back on spending at the grocery store to afford their household bills, with 1 in 5 doing so by skipping meals.

man with higher energy bill

18 Sep 2023 15:58

Nearly 5 million Aussies are with health funds that are increasing prices on 1 October. Are you one of them?

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Lana Hambilton

These health funds will increase their premiums by an industry average of 2.9%

couple worried that they have fallen for an energy scam

13 Sep 2023 11:27

Australia’s financial fears laid bare as risk of recession looms

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Stephen Zeller

The cost of groceries, energy and fuel are the bills that Australians believe will cause the most pain in the next year.

bill shock woman financially stressed

11 Sep 2023 16:34

Home insurance bill shock doubles in a year, but there’s a reason why you shouldn’t ditch cover

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

With summer just around the corner, more people are becoming shocked by their premium increases.

couple using air conditioning system

7 Sep 2023 08:00

With electricity prices soaring, these are the power guzzlers and bill busters to keep costs down

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Meredith O'Brien

Some devices and appliances are driving up bills, but there are some small changes you can make that can help you save big.

5 Sep 2023 14:06

Nation of wasters: New research reveals alarming number of Aussies dumping food

Written by Phillip Portman

We're in a cost-of-living crisis, but Aussies are throwing money down the drain.

1 Sep 2023 10:36

Don’t get royally ripped off: New analysis shows showbags won’t always save you at this year’s Adelaide Show

Written by Phillip Portman

There are ways to save at this year's Adelaide Show.

Young couple looking at bills worriedly

1 Sep 2023 08:57

Over half of Millennials have fought over money in the past 3 months

Written by Noémi Hadnagy, reviewed by Phillip Portman

Research from Compare the Market has found that over half (51.1%) of Millennials have argued about money with their partner or family in the past 3 months.

woman with health insurance renewal notice

23 Aug 2023 10:13

Nearly 2 million Aussies are about to be hit with a health insurance price hike

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Lana Hambilton

From 1 September, some members will see their health insurance premiums increase by an average of 3.33%.

Guy pleased with new car insurance

22 Aug 2023 11:51

No need for speed: Queensland’s dirty driving habits exposed in new survey

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

The dirty driving habits of Queensland motorists have been exposed in a new survey.

friends at the 2023 ekka

8 Aug 2023 10:09

Royal rip-off or bang for your buck? New analysis busts Ekka showbag myth

Written by Phillip Portman

Your dollar may stretch further in the showbag pavilion at the 2023 Ekka.

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