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Business person at airport with suitcase

14 Nov 2024 10:20

The cheapest days to fly this December, as Aussies plan their end of year getaway

Written by Chris Ford, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

There are ways to fly this holiday season without breaking the bank.

13 Nov 2024 11:15

New spend trend: Half of Aussies purchasing items because of social media

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by Chris Ford

It seems we're under the influence, with half of Australians surveyed admitting they've bought items because of social media, according to new Compare the Market research*.

8 Nov 2024 10:00

Deals on electronics, clothes and holidays are still what Aussies are buying in Black Friday deals

Written by Noémi Hadnagy, reviewed by Phillip Portman

Compare the Market data has found that Aussies are more likely to snag a bargain on a retail item this Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales.

5 Nov 2024 13:30

RBA cash rate hold: No winners this Melbourne Cup day

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by Chris Ford

There weren't many winners on Melbourne Cup Day as the Reserve Bank of Australia left the cash rate on hold according to Compare the Market

5 Nov 2024 09:00

Catriona Rowntree’s top 10 cruise tips for the cruise season

Written by Noémi Hadnagy, reviewed by Catriona Rowntree

Compare the Market's travel expert, Catriona Rowntree explains her top tips to help you “seas the day” for your next cruise holiday

a man and woman driving a car through the Qld Outback

1 Nov 2024 07:31

Don’t let convenience drive away with your savings

Written by Noémi Hadnagy, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

Compare the Market research has found that there are instances where people may be forking out more for the same service by paying monthly for their car insurance

30 Oct 2024 14:24

Victorian solar feed-in tariffs to decrease dramatically as legacy scheme ends

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Meredith O'Brien

Some households may experience bill shock as the warm weather approaches and they no longer have a high feed-in tariff payback to offset their electricity usage.

30 Oct 2024 13:22

Trick or treat? Eight tricks to avoid a financial fright

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by Chris Ford

Some spooky statistics arrived just in time for Halloween: About 40% of Australians have credit card debt, while 18% have an outstanding Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) debt.

a couple and medical practitioner discussing health insurance coverage

29 Oct 2024 12:14

Half of Australians are avoiding seeking professional help for health issues

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Steven Spicer

Around 1 in 5 people surveyed (19.5%) are taking matters into their own hands by Googling their symptoms.

Woman getting storm update during blackout

23 Oct 2024 08:00

Don’t wait for a power cut – What to do now to prepare for blackout season

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Meredith O'Brien

A perfect storm of factors can lead to a blackout, but there are ways to prepare.

storm over home

22 Oct 2024 11:27

Worrying number of Australians don’t have plans against bushfire and storm threats

Written by Noémi Hadnagy, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

Compare the Market’s research found that 41.3% of people surveyed have no plans to prepare ahead of summer threats

man saving on energy bills in summer

22 Oct 2024 08:00

Summer to be a scorcher as half of Aussies cut air-con use

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Meredith O'Brien

Almost half of Australians surveyed will resist using their air-con on hot days to save money.