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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.

12 May 2025 11:04

Australia Ranks Among the Most Affordable Countries for Common Surgeries, New Data Reveals

Written by Lachlan Moore, reviewed by Steven Spicer

In this study, Compare the Market AU looks at the costs of different surgeries across the world. Which is the most expensive? Click to find out.

David Koch at Compare the Market

8 May 2025 15:14

Just got a pay rise? Don’t let this rule catch you out at tax time

Written by David Koch

The Medicare Levy Surcharge could catch you out at tax time. Here's why.

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8 May 2025 15:01

Australia’s most frugal state revealed as half of shoppers switch to generic brands

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Chris Ford

Shoppers are switching to generic brands amid the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.

woman with cheap car insurance at age of 26

8 May 2025 08:03

Aussie drivers are among the least car-horn-happy

Written by Lachlan Moore, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

In this survey, we look at the car horn habits of drivers across Australia, Canada, and the USA.

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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.

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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.

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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.