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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 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.

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.

man connecting his smart meter to the smart grid

21 Oct 2024 11:19

Why being rolled onto a smart meter could mean higher electricity prices if you don’t change your habits

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Meredith O'Brien

Some customers who have recently had their old meter replaced with a smart meter have seen their electricity bills increase.

father and children on a cruise

21 Oct 2024 11:14

Disney cruises are returning to Australia, but don’t get caught out by this little-known rule

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

You may need to tick a few extra boxes to be adequately protected when you step on the Disney Wonder.

21 Oct 2024 10:42

Is the window of opportunity about to close on aspiring buyers?

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by Andrew Winter

Compare the Market’s property expert Andrew Winter warns that buyer’s trying to “time” the property market could end up getting burned.

15 Oct 2024 08:44

Insurance warning as Oasis tickets go on sale for Australians

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

Compare the Market urges Oasis ticket holders to safeguard their tickets with travel insurance