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8 Mar 2024 08:58

59% of Queenslanders admit to changing driving habits amid rising fuel costs

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Chris Ford

Many Queenslanders aren't driving like they used to as a result of high fuel prices, Compare the Market research shows.

5 Mar 2024 09:49

More pain to the hip pocket as another round of private health price hikes confirmed

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by David Koch

Private health insurance premiums will increase by an industry average of 3.03% from 1 April.

29 Feb 2024 09:05

Scraping the bottom of the barrel: Drivers fork out $3,200 yearly for fuel

Written by Noémi Hadnagy, reviewed by Chris Ford

Compare the Market research has found that the average driver spends just under $62 a week on fuel, equating to over $3,200 per year

couple saving money amid cost-of-living crisis

28 Feb 2024 13:17

Love don’t cost a thing? Millennials fork out double what the average couple spends for Valentine’s Day

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by Chris Ford

As it turns out, inflation can't kill love – According to new research from Compare the Market, the average adult Australian will spend $162 on their significant other this Valentine's Day.

28 Feb 2024 13:10

Kochie on why we should check our bank account every day

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by David Koch

Compare the Market is warning that millions of Australians may not be aware of fraudulent activity on their bank account, with new research revealing that more than half of Aussies don’t keep a close eye on their finances.

a luxurious modern home at dusk

23 Feb 2024 10:40

Break-ins and theft the biggest concern for homes in 2024

Written by Noémi Hadnagy, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

Compare the Market's latest research has revealed that people are most concerned about home break-ins and theft for the year ahead.

19 Feb 2024 10:41

The hack helping Australians save money on their energy bills

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by David Koch

Depending on the existing plan and others available, it’s a move that could save some customers hundreds of dollars a year.

19 Feb 2024 10:34

More than a quarter of Aussies ditching insurance for their home as nation grapples with extreme weather events

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

Having no cover at all for your property or belongings isn’t a good idea.

Couple filing tax return and looking over the Medicare Levy

19 Feb 2024 10:26

An alarming number of Aussies don’t know about the surcharge that can sting next tax time

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Steven Spicer

Over 40% of Australians don’t know how the Medicare Levy Surcharge (MLS) works – despite the impact it could have on your return at tax time.

9 Feb 2024 14:03

My refinancing challenge to the government + RBA reaction

Written by David Koch

Kochie shares his latest financial insights and thoughts with Compare the Market.

7 Feb 2024 10:32

No more rate hikes + biggest money arguments

Written by David Koch

Kochie shares his latest financial insights and thoughts with Compare the Market.

Couple looking after pet dog pug

7 Feb 2024 07:00

Compare the Market reveals the most common cat and dog breeds for 2023. Did your pet make the list?

Written by Noémi Hadnagy, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

Compare the Market analysis has found that Domestic Short Hair is the most popular cat breed, while the Cavoodle was the most popular dog breed.