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a car salesman talks to a couple sitting in the boot of an electric car

5 Jun 2025 15:02

The cheapest cities for used cars in Australia

Written by James McCay, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

Compare the Market analysis reveals the Australian cities with the cheapest average prices for a selection of popular used car models.

Red Tesla Model 3 parked to the side of the road in rural Australia

5 Jun 2025 07:00

Electric shock: Significant price differences to insure electric and hybrid cars revealed

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by David Koch

 Australians insuring electric vehicles continue to be slugged with higher premiums according to new research by Compare the Market showing premiums for some popular models can be north of $3,000.

2 Jun 2025 10:35

Australians prefer space over city living

Written by Lachlan Moore, reviewed by Stephen Zeller

What home amenities are people prepared to give up for city living? In this survey, Compare the Market AU finds out.

Victorian couple reading high electricity bill

26 May 2025 07:11

Electricity bill hikes imminent as regulator confirms pricing changes from 1 July

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Meredith O'Brien

Households can expect higher electricity bills from 1 July.

Woman is given car key by salesperson at car dealership

23 May 2025 07:00

David Koch: Tax time tips for new wheels

Written by David Koch

With tax time approaching and big offers from car brands, it’s a good time to consider buying a new car. David Koch gives some money-saving tips for getting into new wheels.

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.

20 May 2025 14:30

RBA rate cut May 2025: The banks passing on the rate cut

Written by Phillip Portman

The RBA has slashed rates, now follow to see which banks pass the rate cut on to customers.

Construction workers plastering a wall.

20 May 2025 11:03

Australian cities see the biggest annual jump in construction costs across the globe

Written by James McCay, reviewed by Stephen Zeller

Compare the Market finds Australian cities had the biggest increase to construction costs from 2024 to 2025 across the world. Read more here.

Kochie at Compare the Market

16 May 2025 08:58

‘Aussies deserve it’: Rate cut will return hundreds to Aussie borrowers, Kochie says

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by David Koch

Mr Koch said while the verdict is still out on how big the rate cut will be or how many more we can expect in 2025, a rate cut of at least 0.25% is expected in May.

couple saving money amid cost-of-living crisis

15 May 2025 08:54

Aussies set to stash – not splash – rate cut savings, survey reveals

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by David Koch

Many Australians plan to save any potential rate cut savings.

Child in hospital with private hospital cover

13 May 2025 10:43

Measles outbreak in America – Are you covered by travel insurance?

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Chris Ford

Measles cases are climbing in some parts of the world.

13 May 2025 10:38

A third of Aussie travellers not deterred by weak Australian dollar

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Chris Ford

The dollar may be weaker, but it's not stopping Australians from travelling.