Supermarket prices under gaze of consumer watchdog Supermarket giants are accused of price gouging on fruit, vegetables and meat and the consumer watchdog will use its "full legal powers" to investigate. AAP · Jan 25, 2024
I fell for a Taylor Swift online scam. How could I be that dumb? Seriously, how could I be that dumb? There were so many red flags. The Canberra Times · Jan 24, 2024
Brain implant fears, as Newcastle University warns AI bans may be needed Do we really want AI to know our most intimate thoughts? Newcastle Herald · Jan 18, 2024
Non-toxic and long-lasting: how to choose the best cookware Take good care of the right pots and pans and they will last a lifetime. Here’s what you should look for The Guardian - AU · Jan 12, 2024
Australian travel insurance red flags: missed connections, stolen luggage and preexisting conditions Travel insurance can be a complicated business for consumers, with caps and exclusions buried deep in fine print. Here’s how to know what you are really covered for The Guardian - AU · Dec 20, 2023
2 In 5 Aussies Had Flights Cancelled in 2023 Yet Airlines Can’t Even Be Bothered To Tell Us Why Two out of five Australians say they have had a flight cancelled or delayed in the past 12 months, in news that makes me want to take my chances on the overnight bus. Pedestrian.tv · Dec 19, 2023
Morning Mail: Cyclone leaves chaos in its wake, flyers shortchanged, UN Gaza vote Military called in as far north Queensland is caught out by the cyclone’s ferocity; Choice poll shows long delays in obtaining refunds from airlines The Guardian - AU · Dec 18, 2023
Palestine supporters outside Albanese speech in Sydney call for permanent Gaza ceasefire – as it happened This blog is now closed. The Guardian - AU · Dec 18, 2023
Two in five Australians had flight cancelled or delayed over 12 months, survey says Choice poll claims fewer than half of all flight refunds are received within a month The Guardian - AU · Dec 18, 2023
Choice Merger Questioned by Wyndham Franchisees: Association Franchisees under the Wyndham umbrella have sparked a curious debate, casting a probing glance at a speculated unification with Choice, the association rev... Top News · Dec 14, 2023
Choice Hotels launches hostile takeover bid for rival Wyndham after being repeatedly rebuffed Choice Hotels is launching a hostile takeover offer for Wyndham Hotels & Resorts after attempts to reach a deal with the hotel chain were rebuffed The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2023
JB Hi-Fi Is Facing A Class Action Lawsuit For Allegedly Selling Warranties That Should Be Free You have certain rights that you are entitled to — for free — under Australian Consumer Law. If you're being charged for them, well, that ain't right. Pedestrian.tv · Dec 11, 2023
Afternoon Update: heatwave warnings across Australia; Coles caught raising prices on ‘locked items’; and Nick Kyrgios joins OnlyFans Almost 20 schools closed in western parts of New South Wales as SA fire service warns of ‘unprecedented fire conditions’ The Guardian - AU · Dec 8, 2023
IGA’s ‘delicious and budget-friendly’ Christmas ham tops Choice taste test Winning ham is just $8 a kilo, while worst rated option in consumer group taste test is also one of the most expensive The Guardian - AU · Dec 7, 2023
The Guardian - AU · Dec 4, 2023 Quick, convenient and creaseless: how to buy a garment steamer that suits your needs Steaming clothing allows you to spend less time on washing and ironing, and less money on dry cleaning – but picking the right one will depend on what you need it for
The Guardian - AU · Dec 1, 2023 Greener washing: how to reduce the carbon and climate impact of your laundry Some garments can be washed less frequently for fewer laundry cycles and less detergent, while using cold water saves energy and does virtually the same job as hot
AAP · Nov 2, 2023 Supermarkets' Shonky gong for 'cashing in' on consumers Coles and Woolworths have received the dubious honour of a Shonky by consumer group Choice for raising prices amid a cost-of-living crisis.
The Guardian - AU · Nov 1, 2023 Choice shames Coles and Woolworths with Shonky award for ‘cashing in during cost-of-living crisis’ Supermarket duopoly among consumer advocate’s list of 2023’s worst products and services, alongside rental platforms and a mini-fridge
The Guardian - AU · Oct 4, 2023 Best and worst dishwashing detergents and tablets revealed as cheap Aldi brand tops list Consumer group says Aldi brand scored 79%, beating two Finish detergents on 77%, including one that is nearly 10 times the price
The Guardian - AU · Sep 29, 2023 I’m a suburban Melbourne renter. Here’s how I weaned my home off gas and saved money on energy bills After ditching central heating and focusing on power efficiency, we’ve cut our gas usage by 83% and are well on the way to paying off our new appliances
AAP · Sep 28, 2023 Stadium deploys facial recognition after pitch invasion A disastrous pitch invasion has prompted AAMI Park to install facial recognition technology and tennis arenas including Rod Laver could be next to use it.
AAP · Sep 27, 2023 Treasury warns rent freezes would reduce housing supply Rent controls have been found to limit housing supply and the quality of homes, as well as disproportionately befitting high income earners.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 26, 2023 The ins and outs of air purifiers: which to buy, how to clean it and when to change the filter Air purifiers can help improve indoor air quality – but it’s important to keep them free of dust, mould and other undesirables.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 22, 2023 Consumer group Choice claims some bassinets pose a serious suffocation risk for babies Out of 10 bassinets tested by Choice, four were found to have serious safety failures such as non-breathable areas
The Guardian - AU · Sep 14, 2023 Single parents face higher health insurance premium increases than other families, analysis shows Consumer advocacy group Choice finds single parents face cost hikes of up to 70% when adding dependants while most two-parent families face no increase