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Sarah Orr

Sarah is an avid storyteller, passionate about improving financial literacy and helping Australians make informed choices with their money. Outside the newsroom, she enjoys cycling around Brisbane and snapping scenery on her camera.

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Stories by Sarah Orr

5 Nov 2025 10:15

Cloudy with a chance of meerkats! Compare the Market delivers weather forecast with a reminder to switch and save

Written by Sarah Orr

Rain, hail or shine, shoppers can now enjoy a live weather check from some the world’s furriest meteorologists.

Compare the Market's Economic Director David Koch

4 Nov 2025 13:31

Kochie’s take: No winners as RBA keeps rates on hold in Melbourne Cup decision

Written by Sarah Orr, reviewed by David Koch

And while there is still a chance the RBA could drop rates in December, Mr Koch said that was highly unlikely based on last month’s CPI numbers.

Family with private health insurance visit the doctor

22 Oct 2025 11:00

Health appointments take a hit as Australians cut back on spending

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Sarah Orr

Compare the Market’s 2025 Household Budget Barometer found many have given up, delayed or cut back on crucial health check-ups and appointments due to costs.

13 Oct 2025 13:56

Household Budget Barometer Report 2025

Written by Sarah Orr

In this 2025 report by Compare the Market, we reveal the state of Australian finances and just how families are handling it.

30 Sep 2025 14:54

The staggering amount Aussies spend on takeaway coffee each year revealed

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Sarah Orr

New research has revealed the average cost of takeaway coffee reached $5.53 per cup in 2025.

David Koch at Compare the Market

30 Sep 2025 14:30

Kochie urges Aussies to turn rate cut frustration into motivation to find better deal

Written by Sarah Orr, reviewed by David Koch

More Australians are taking power back into their own hands by comparing and switching to cheaper rates.

12 Aug 2025 14:30

Through the roof: Equity growth to eclipse rate cut relief for homeowners

Written by Sarah Orr, reviewed by Andrew Winter

Mr Winter said cheaper rates, improved buyer confidence, and ongoing supply issues could further inflate property values in parts of the country.

David Koch at Compare the Market

11 Aug 2025 15:56

David Koch: The rate cut relief homeowners DESERVE following inflation fight

Written by Sarah Orr, reviewed by David Koch

Young homeowners paying off a mortgage have carried the nation through the cost-of-living crisis, according to Kochie.

29 Jul 2025 10:42

‘Loyal customers may miss out’: Mixed news for Aussies as quotes move in June

Written by Sarah Orr, reviewed by David Koch

Compare the Market Economic Director David Koch warned the trend had not been industry-wide, with only a handful of insurers reducing prices.

23 Jul 2025 12:10

Aussie shoppers ‘fight back’ at the supermarket as spending slips

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Sarah Orr

Aussies are spending less at the grocery store, but it doesn't mean prices are cheaper.

8 Jul 2025 14:38

‘Save anyway’: Aussie homeowners urged to seek out better rates as RBA delays relief

Written by Sarah Orr, reviewed by David Koch

While today’s decision may be disappointing, there was hope for borrowers willing to put in some leg work to either negotiate or switch to a better rate.

family saving money

20 May 2025 14:30

‘Relief at long last’: RBA cut returns $106 a month to borrower with average loan

Written by Sarah Orr, reviewed by David Koch

The RBA has slashed interest rates at the May board meeting.

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