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29 Apr 2025 11:18

Canberra dubbed Australia’s safest city

Written by Lachlan Moore, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

New study has dubbed Canberra as Australia's safest city.

Man holding cash notes

23 Apr 2025 07:00

The ‘convenience catch’ that’s creeping up on Australians

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by David Koch

Australian drivers could be spending hundreds more on car insurance than they need to, according to new research by Compare the Market in what experts have labelled a “convenience catch”.

22 Apr 2025 10:00

Brisbane retains top spot in best cost-of-living cities 2025 index

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by Stephen Zeller

Brisbane continues to be the second-most cost-effective city to live in globally, according to a new index by Compare the Market.

family at the airport

11 Apr 2025 14:15

Aussies hopping across state borders for budget conscious Easter break

Written by Sarah Orr, reviewed by Catriona Rowntree

Australia's top travel plans for Easter 2025 have been revealed by Compare the Market.

11 Apr 2025 13:50

Surprising number of Australians have had luggage lost, survey says

Written by Lachlan Moore, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

A surprising number of Australians have lost their luggage when travelling, new Compare the Market research shows.

10 Apr 2025 11:19

Are you being royalty ripped off by showbags? New research busts myth about Easter Show tradition

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Sarah Orr

The Easter Show is in town for another year and new research busts a common myth about showbags.

woman shopping for cheap groceries in Australia

9 Apr 2025 08:00

Aussies tipped for ‘eggspensive’ Easter as price of treats skyrocket

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Sarah Orr

Australians will spend more on Easter treats this year, according to new analysis.

pets at easter

8 Apr 2025 09:35

The tasty treats that could turn your Easter into a dog’s breakfast

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

They're sweet for humans, but could be extremely harmful for pets.

kids playing games

3 Apr 2025 11:34

Australian school holidays increase kids’ screen time electricity costs by 133%

Written by James McCay, reviewed by Meredith O'Brien

Screen time during the school holidays could drive up your electricity bill, new research shows.

Man sitting on his car with bonnet open and calling his car insurer

2 Apr 2025 07:00

Australians could be sitting on savings for car insurance

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

New Compare the Market study finds almost one-in-four Australian drivers have stayed loyal to the same car insurance brand for more than 10 years.

mortgage broker talking with couple

1 Apr 2025 13:32

Homeowners urged to create their own rate cuts in light of RBA hold

Written by Sarah Orr, reviewed by David Koch

There are still ways for homeowners to save, despite the RBA's rate hold decision.

Electricity power lines on farm land

27 Mar 2025 10:48

Australia starting to feel relief from electricity costs

Written by Lachlan Moore, reviewed by Meredith O'Brien

The study revealed that Australia may finally be starting to feel relief in their energy bills.