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Brisbane, Australia

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Budgeting & Saving

Wallet Wins - December 11th

Feeling the pinch? These simple switches could save you $10K in 2026

Canstar’s Cost of Living Comparison looked at a wide range of everyday bills to see where households could cut costs to save up to $10k.

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Wallet Wins - December 10th

Last call for Christmas! Delivery cut-off dates for Australia Post and big brands

If you’re doing your Christmas shopping online right now and silently praying those gifts make it under the tree in time, you’re not alone. Shopping online for Christmas presents is convenient, but you need to know...

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Wallet Wins - November 26th

Black Friday sales: Canstar’s early wins and top picks

Our team is always on the hunt for great value and a great deal, here are some of the Black Friday sales we've already locked in.

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Wallet Wins - November 19th

Retro runners: Reebok to hit Aldi’s Special Buys

Reebok sneakers are hitting the Special Buys aisle next week, with prices slashed by up to 60% from Wednesday, November 26.

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Wallet Wins - November 18th

From flatmate to freedom: how I saved $12,000 in 8 months

Katie saved $12,000 in just 8 months, want to know how she did it? These eight steps got her out of a sharehouse in less than a year.

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Property & Home Loans

Home Loans - December 9th

When will interest rates go down in 2026?

The cash rate has been cut for the first time in more than four years, but will it keep falling? Find out what the experts have to say.

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Home Loans - December 9th

What is the cash rate and how does it affect you?

The RBA cash rate is big news. But what is it and how do increases impact your home loan and savings, and the economy generally?

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Home Loans - December 9th

Cash rate vs interest rate: how are they different?

The cash rate and the interest rates set by banks and lenders are different things, but the two are closely related.

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Home Loans - December 9th

Interest rate forecast and predictions for 2026

The RBA has cut rates for the first time in four years, but what next? Big four bank economists have proffered an interest rate forecast.

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Home Loans - December 9th

Interest rate forecast 2026: when will rates go up in Australia?

Could rates go up again in 2026? Economists at Australia's big four banks have proffered an interest rate forecast.

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Superannuation & Retirement

Superannuation - December 3rd

Mortgage vs super: Where should you put your extra money?

Are you better off putting extra money into your home loan or super? We look at how the numbers stack up and the pros and cons of each option.

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Superannuation - November 10th

What are Australia’s largest super funds?

Canstar reveals the 10 biggest super funds in Australia by total member accounts and assets under management as reported by APRA.

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Superannuation - October 30th

How to check if you’re underpaid

Checking how much you should be getting paid is the first step to earning a fair wage or salary – but it can also help you grow super savings for retirement.

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Superannuation - October 22nd

The retirement sweet spot: When less in super can be more

The retirement sweet spot means having funds in super while still able to claim Age Pension payments in order to maximise retirement income.

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Superannuation - October 7th

How to change super funds?

If you want to change your super fund then here’s our simple guide on what to look for and how to transfer super funds.

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Health & Wellbeing

Deals - December 4th

Health insurance deals and sign-up offers

Some health insurance providers offer bonuses and incentives to encourage you to sign up. Here are the health insurance deals we found this month.

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Health Insurance - October 15th

How much does an MRI cost in Australia?

An MRI scan can cost a few hundred dollars (or more), but Medicare or private insurance may cover some or all of the cost.

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Health Insurance - October 14th

How much does an ultrasound cost in 2025?

If you need an ultrasound, you may be wondering—how much does an ultrasound cost? And are they covered by Medicare or private health insurance?

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Health Insurance - October 9th

Can I waive my waiting period for health insurance?

Does no waiting period health insurance exist? For certain forms of cover it does. But how and when can it apply?

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Health Insurance - October 9th

How much does IVF cost in Australia?

The first cycle of IVF can cost over $12,000. How much you get back depends on whether you have private health cover or not.

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Home & Living

Deals - December 5th

Home insurance deals, offers & discounts

We’ve rounded up some of the latest home insurance deals and discounts to see how much you could save on your policy.

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Home Insurance - September 10th

Jewellery insurance

What are the options when insuring jewellery? We explore the different kinds of policies that could be available and how each option works.

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Home Insurance - September 10th

Renting out a room in your home: what you need to know

If you’re considering renting out a room in your home, there are some important things to keep in mind.

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Home Insurance - August 20th

How to switch home insurance providers

Find out what steps to take when switching home insurance and what to consider when assessing new policies.

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Home Insurance - August 14th

Storm surge insurance explained

If you live on or near the coast, your home could be affected by storm surges. There are, however, home insurance policies that provide storm surge insurance.

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Motoring & Car Insurance

Car Insurance - December 8th

Car insurance deals and offers

Many insurance providers offer car insurance deals and discounts on some policies to attract new customers. So what deals are available?

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Car Insurance - September 16th

How do car insurance claims work?

If you’re involved in a car accident, or curious about the details of your policy, you may be wondering; how does the car insurance claim process work?

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Car Insurance - September 8th

Decoding your dash: common car dashboard symbols deciphered

To help you decode your dashboard, we explain what 15 common car warning symbols mean and what you can do if they appear.

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Car Insurance - September 2nd

What are the cheapest cars to insure in Australia?

When shopping around for a new or used vehicle, a key consideration is on-road costs, which includes car insurance. So what are the cheapest cars to insure?

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Car Insurance - August 6th

Does the colour of your car impact your car insurance?

Does car colour impact the cost of car insurance? New Canstar data reveals the car colours which attract the highest and lowest premiums.

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Credit Cards

Credit Cards - December 10th

10 tips to reduce your risk of credit card scams

Concerned you are at risk from scammers? We share 10 tips to protect yourself from credit card scams.

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Credit Cards - November 5th

Earn while you shop: Best credit cards for rewards points

With well over 100 different credit cards on the market, it can be impossible to know a good card, which is where Canstar’s awards come in.

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Credit Cards - October 28th

8 hacks that could help you earn more frequent flyer points

Are you considering applying for a frequent flyer credit card? Here are eight points hacks to help you make the most of it.

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Credit Cards - October 16th

Which credit cards give you access to airport lounges?

A practical guide to credit card lounge access—how it works, the perks you can enjoy, and tips to get the most value from every visit.

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Credit Cards - October 7th

Platinum credit cards

A platinum credit card can offer higher credit limits and greater benefits and perks. But they also often come with higher interest rates and fees.

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