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a blonde woman charging her electric car while looking at her phone

24 Jul 2025 11:05

Aussie cities ranked among the least friendly for EVs

Written by James McCay, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

New research by Compare the Market finds Australian cities are some of the least EV-friendly in the world, out of a list of 106 locations across the globe.

24 Jul 2025 07:00

Andrew Winter: A “cautious welcome” for shared equity schemes

Written by Andrew Winter

Compare the Market's property expert explains the incoming Help to Buy and Boost to Buy shared equity schemes, and the pros and cons for Australian first-home buyers.

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.

23 Jul 2025 06:00

Petrol vs hybrid vs electric cars: Staggering running cost savings revealed

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by David Koch

Motorists could save over a thousand dollars a year on car running costs and loan repayments by choosing an EV as their next car purchase, according to new analysis by Compare the Market.

couple with an electricity bill

9 Jul 2025 07:00

Cost-of-living: How money stress is impacting Australians’ health, sleep and relationships

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by David Koch

Almost half of Australians admit the rising cost-of-living has impacted their mental health with young people most impacted, according to a new study by Compare the Market.

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.

Preparing for cash rate rise

4 Jul 2025 10:00

The hidden ‘third income’ helping Australians combat cost-of-living

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by David Koch

Australians have relied even more on the bank of parents and grandparents to save money amid cost-of-living pressures, according to the latest research by Compare the Market.

Couple compare private health insurance to avoid Medicare levy surcharge

26 Jun 2025 08:27

A health insurance tax threshold is increasing, but many will be hit hard this year

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by David Koch

The Medicare Levy Surcharge is changing, but some people may still be stung this tax time.

19 Jun 2025 10:33

Backyards and Bedrooms: What makes an Aussie dream home?

Written by Lachlan Moore, reviewed by Stephen Zeller

What do people really want in a home? Find out which home features buyers want most – and which ones they can live without.

Woman hiking with comprehensive travel insurance

19 Jun 2025 10:12

Aussies reveal they’re spending $10K over budget when on holiday

Written by James McCay, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

A Compare the Market survey reveals Aussies are spending an average of $10,000+ over budget while on holiday.

a woman who has health insurance with pre-existing conditions talking to doctor

13 Jun 2025 15:09

One-in-ten Australians are in debt for medical expenses

Written by James McCay, reviewed by Steven Spicer

A Compare the Market survey reveals the number of Australians who have gone into debt to pay for medical bills.

people running on treadmills in a gym

12 Jun 2025 11:29

Australia misses out on top 10 ranking in new active vitality index

Written by James McCay, reviewed by Steven Spicer

Compare the Market AU crunches the data and finds the Australia misses on a top 10 placement for longest and most active lives across the globe.