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21 Jan 2026 12:02

Australia’s AI boom: 57% of nation to embrace artificial intelligence in 2026

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Sarah Orr

Many Aussies will embrace the technology as part of their everyday lives in 2026.

20 Jan 2026 07:00

Back-to-school bills tipped to push 58% of Aussies deeper in debt

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by Chris Ford

The new school year could pack fresh money pain for Australian families, with the average spend on uniforms, shoes, electronics, and other supplies climbing to $767 according to data from Compare the Market.  

19 Jan 2026 13:49

“Hundreds more”: Why millions of Aussies are missing out on energy savings 

Written by Sarah Orr

Almost 2.5 million Australian households are paying more than they need to for their electricity because they are at or above default offers, according to latest data from the ACCC. The new Electricity Market Inquiry shows that someone...

Aussies may save by switching policies

12 Jan 2026 08:27

The ‘big three’ announcements that could make or break household budgets in 2026

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Sarah Orr

Aussies could be forking out even more for common household bills this year, but there are still ways to save.

6 Jan 2026 07:15

Swelting summer savers: 51% of Australians cutting back air-con use to save money

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by Chris Ford

Half of Australians plan to cut back on air conditioning use this summer in a bid to combat rising electricity prices, according to new Compare the Market research.

5 Jan 2026 10:15

‘The White Lotus effect’: Australia’s top travel destinations for 2026 revealed

Written by Phillip Portman

From picturesque escapes inspired by hit TV series to classic family locations, Compare the Market has revealed the top international travel destinations for 2025. An analysis of more than 18,000 travel insurance quotes from Compare the Market’s website between January...

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22 Dec 2025 07:51

Less spending, more savings: Financial pulse reveals Australians want to cut back in 2026

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by Chris Ford

Takeaway meals, dates and holidays are on the chopping block as Aussies look to ease cost-of-living pressures in in 2026.

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19 Dec 2025 10:00

Australia falls short on safety for single women

Written by James McCay, reviewed by Stephen Zeller

New data by Compare the Market finds Australia falls short in a list of 32 nations for women's liveability, based on six different factors, with safety a major concern.

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19 Dec 2025 09:19

Paws off the pudding: One-in-five Aussies to feed their pets risky Christmas foods

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

 Pet owners have been warned not to let their festive feast turn into a dog’s breakfast, with new research from Compare the Market revealing one-in-five pet owners could unwittingly expose their animals to toxic Christmas treats.

Australian New Year Resolutions for 2026

12 Dec 2025 11:29

Dust off the sneakers and activewear: Australia’s top New Year’s Resolution for 2026 revealed

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by David Koch

Many Australians will aim to live a healthier lifestyle in 2026.

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12 Dec 2025 11:21

Boxing Day sales losing their punch? 61% of Aussies to avoid shopping event

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Sarah Orr

A quarter of Australians said they would likely miss the sale this year to save money.

David Koch gesturing beside Andrew Winter at Compare the Market's 2025 Household Budget Barometer Q&A launch

9 Dec 2025 14:07

Grinchflation strikes again: No Christmas rate cut this year

Written by Sarah Orr, reviewed by David Koch

T’was the night before Christmas, and all through the nation, not a cash rate was stirring, in the war against inflation.Australians have been robbed of rate relief ahead of the busy holiday spending season, as the Reserve Bank clamps down...