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Car
5 min read

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

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.

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Travel
8 minutes min read

Areas with the Biggest Increase in Airfares

We’ve analysed data from across Australia and the US to show which air routes have become more expensive in recent years. Read on to see our full rankings.

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Household
8 min read

Swimming Pool Cost Index

How much does it cost to keep a backyard pool running? We compare electricity prices by state to show you where swimming is the most affordable in the country.

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Best cities for young families

Written by Hannah Norton

From Prague to Porto, Canberra to Chicago, discover the best cities for young families based on amenities, the cost of living, government support, and more.

19 Jul 2024 09:30

Olive oil tourism hotspots around the world

Written by Hannah Norton

Discover more about oleotourism here, as well as the best destinations to experience it, from Greece and Italy, through to Australia, Argentina, and more.
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11 Jul 2024 14:00

Most dog-friendly travel destinations

Written by James McCay

Compare the Market takes a look at some of the best dog-friendly destinations across the world. Check out the list of dog-friendly cities here.

24 Jun 2024 17:13

Second home hotspots around the world

Written by Hannah Norton

From Lisbon to Los Angeles, Cape Town to Canberra, discover holiday home hotspots around the world, based on the cost of living, things to do, and more.
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21 Jun 2024 11:00

Cities with the Biggest Driving Fines

Written by Henry Man

Compare the Market research has uncovered the cities with the highest road fines globally.
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19 Jun 2024 13:00

Living Without an Income

Written by Henry Man

A Compare the Market study has revealed one-in-10 people are living week-by-week, amid cost-of-living pressures.
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13 Jun 2024 09:00

Moving Up in Life Expectancy

Written by Henry Man

Compare the Market research has revealed the countries that have most improved their average life expectancies globally since 1950.

30 May 2024 13:06

The cities in the world that have the least (and most!) break-ins

Written by Hannah Norton

Where in the world has the most break-ins, and where has the least? Discover this, and the cities that spend the most on smart home security systems, here.

29 May 2024 15:22

Who cares about home ownership?

Written by Jacob Stiles

The team at Compare the Market Australia survey more than 3,000 adults to find out who still cares about home ownership across Australia, Canada and the USA.

29 May 2024 09:57

The best cities around the world for active lifestyles

Written by Hannah Norton

From Chicago to Canberra, Durban to Dublin, discover the best cities for an active lifestyle, based on the number of gyms, green spaces, and so much more.