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What’s our number one goal? To help every Australian make better decisions when researching & buying products that they depend on.

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16 Jul 2019 10:32

A complete guide to the history of Australian car manufacturing

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The history of Australian car manufacturing dates back to the late 19th century, when horse-drawn carriages and steam trains were the norm for getting from A to B.

18 Mar 2019 08:30

Thailand map for Aussies

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A trip to Thailand can be filled with wonder, but where should you go first? Our Thailand map sketches out 'must see' locales, plus we break it all down in easy-to-understand Aussie slang!

Banknotes from Different Countries on a Chess Board

21 Jan 2019 10:28

Ways to avoid these top 7 international money transfer mistakes

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Whether you’re sending money to family who live overseas, or you’re an online business owner needing to pay overseas suppliers; Australians are no strangers to international money transfers.

9 Nov 2018 12:34

Big Mac Index

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Compare the Market has investigated each corner of the globe to establish how much you would pay in Aussie dollars (AUD) for a "Macca's" Big Mac - and the results are surprising!

31 Jul 2018 01:02

9 ultimate steps for planning your dream holiday

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Make your holiday planning a breeze with our 13 ultimate steps to planning your dream holiday. This step-by-step guide highlights the most popular overseas travel destinations for Aussies.

26 Apr 2017 09:30

What will our healthy food trends look like this year?

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Australian healthy eating trends have changed over the recent years. We look at the changes, what stayed the same, and how it fits in with our lifestyles.

21 Dec 2016 11:03

The six pregnancy waiting period traps to avoid

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Aussies who are thinking of starting or growing their family, keep reading! Mums-to-be are urged to check their private health insurance cover a year ahead

1 Jul 2016 01:46

10 tips for being cool at the car auction

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From picking the right auction to knowing when to walk; bag a bargain on your next car by buying it at auction with these ten tips.

Fruit vs vegetables

8 Jun 2016 01:10

Fructose & Fibre: friend or foe?

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We take a close look at the main components of fruit and vegetables: fructose and fibre, to determine what should we eat, and how much is healthy.

16 Apr 2016 01:51

How much are the average Aussie’s contents worth?

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ABS reported that the average net worth for Australian households was $809,900 in 2013-2014, so what could our household assets be worth in the future?

3 Apr 2016 01:12

Is lactose intolerance on the rise in Australia?

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Around 75% of the global population are intolerant to lactose, but only 15% of Australia. We cover the basics, from diagnosis to where lactose can be found.

28 Feb 2016 13:20

How to have your cake and work it off!

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How long will it take you to work off a Big Mac, or a Boost Juice? We crunch the numbers to see how much exercise is required to eliminate the calories.

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