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Cost Of Living
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Macca’s v Coles: Where to get cheap coffees
Whether it’s a flat white or a long black, coffee is at the core of our nation’s beating heart. Check out our tips on where to score the best brews on the go.
Eddy B: Rebate on cold and flu tablets, please!
This week the government delivered on an election promise to introduce its childcare package to parliament. And while it’s a welcome move, Edwina Bartholomew still has a sick feeling.
Aussie chef reveals BBQ tips to save money
Celebrity chef and grill master Curtis Stone offers his tasty barbecue tips to expand your menu and save money without losing any of the flavour.
Supermarket in major health food switch
A major Australian supermarket is shrinking its health food aisle and adopting a ‘health in every aisle’ strategy. See how you will benefit.
Ranked: Household appliances which cost you the most to use
The cost of running household appliances has soared and every second of use adds up. Here’s what’s doing the most damage to your home bills.
Family fun to cost more as ticket prices soar
Having fun during these school holidays could cost families a lot more than last year, as half of Sydney’s most popular attractions jump in price. See what your tickets will cost.
Fuel excise cut ending: How to save on your fuel
The price of fuel is set to jump as a major tax break is rolled back. But there are things you can do to ease the pain at the pump.
How to get higher savings rates from your bank
There’s an upside to rising interest rates – Aussies can earn more money. Here’s how to make sure you’re making the most of it.
Clever ways to eliminate your debt
Reducing your debt will make a world of difference as we navigate the cost of living crisis. Here’s expert advice on how to do it.
How you can get $30 off an Uber trip
Uber Australia is trying to attract more customers with a new and unusual one-off deal. See how it works.
How women can grow their super faster
Superannuation balance gender gaps begin widening early in women’s working lives. Here’s how they can be stopped.
How you can save thousands by upcycling clothes
Australians buy on average 56 new clothing each year and also throw 10kg of fashion away into landfill. See how adopting a mending mindset could save you money and the planet.
‘Every 8 mins’: Scammers’ new ways of stealing your money
One Australian falls victim to scammers every eight minutes with self-reported losses from topping $33bn a year. Experts say no one is safe. Here’s how to protect yourself.
Why your wages should be going up
New data shows that skill shortages are forcing some businesses to increase wages, and workers in one industry have done better than the rest.
Turn $10 a day into $1 million
Diverting some extra money daily into debts, investments or superannuation can deliver huge dividends. Here’s how.
How to handle interest rate impact on borrowing power
The official interest rate has jumped 2.25 per cent this year but mortgage repayments have risen a frightening 24 per cent.
Busy mum: How I save $100 on groceries
Despite a “crazy” schedule, businesswoman Melissa Edney estimates she saves $100 a week on groceries thanks to a simple three-step strategy.
‘Wasteful’: OzHarvest CEO roasts cooking shows
Aussie households are wasting up to $2500 every year on food. See why TV cooking shows like MasterChef and My Kitchen Rules may be to blame.
‘Disturbing’ pressure hitting Aussie economy
The extraordinary impact of economic “challenges” affecting the country is ramping up as the “pain threshold” grows. But the worst is yet to come.
Putting the freeze on cost and food waste
Celebrity chef and Coles ambassador Courtney Roulston reveals how using frozen produce can save you time, money and reduce your food waste in your kitchen.
‘More harm’: Bleak interest rate call
House prices may be falling – but apparently, that won’t stop the RBA from aggressively jacking up the cash rate as households suffer.
One trick saves Aussie $12k per year
With interest rates and the cost of living hurting our hip pockets, Aussies are making this easy change – and it could end up saving you a stack of cash.
Fuel costs to pass $2 a litre as drivers hit with double blow
The mix of the end of the excise cut and the height of the fuel cycle will soon see massive hikes at the bowser.
Should you fine your kids for wasting money?
Surging living costs are prompting parents to have some tough talks about household wastage, but do fines take it too far?
Where Adelaide cost-of-living crunch is hitting the hardest
Exclusive research shows the areas of Adelaide where rising prices are biting the hardest. Is inflation putting the squeeze on household budgets in your area?
Big Four banks’ help for those with mortgage stress
Financial experts and the big four banks reveal what homeowners should do right now to pay their mortgage – and how to get back on their feet in just 90 days.
Five ways to save on fuel right now
Car costs have absolutely skyrocketed across the country. See how much more you’re paying — and what you can do to pay less.
10 hacks to cut debt, budget and save
As the financial pressure on Aussie households grows, financial planner Adele Martin shares easy ways to make money.
How to avoid dodgy finfluencers
They may have thousands of followers, have slick social media accounts, and promise to save you money, but be warned – these people aren’t what you think they are.
5-min guide to cheap dinner deals, entertainment and concert tickets
We’ve put together a 5-minute guide to the apps, sites and tips you need for scoring discounts on everything from dining to fitness.
Australia’s best diet on a budget
As the cost of living skyrockets, we compare Australia’s most popular diets to find out which is best for your budget and health.
Diet for a family that will save $71 a week
New research may have found the perfect diet for a healthy family and healthy wallet. See how it works.
Three homemade takeaway recipes for under $5 a serve
Make your own version of three of Australia’s most popular takeaway means on a budget. See delicious recipes.
How to turn 5 phone calls into $10,000
Australians are missing out on huge household savings because they don’t speak regularly with banks and bill providers.
Homeless dad sleeps in car as mum, newborn forced into share house
A new dad desperately trying to find a rental in Brisbane has been left with no choice but to sleep in his car while his partner and new baby stay in a group share house.
Til debt do us part: SA’s marriage break up hotspots unveiled
Some of the state’s most disadvantaged areas are feeling the relationship stress of cost of living pressures.
Premier responds to social housing crisis grilling with LNP attack
The Premier has failed to say how many households she would like to see on the social housing wait list in 2027, amid further criticism not enough is being done to stem the housing crisis.
‘Ballistic’: Prices double for unlikely item
The cost-of-living crisis has spread to another item, with prices “more than doubling” in the last 12 months – and showing no signs of easing.
100 ways every Aussie can save
Australians are all looking for ways to beat the rising costs — and experts believe all of us can save in some surprisingly easy ways.
How to reduce investment risk
A strong recent rebound on the ASX doesn’t mask the fact that many risks remain. These five strategies can help reduce them.
Shopping list that will save every Aussie household cash
Money savvy mum Rachael Hallett has revealed the shopping list she uses to feed her family of four for just $200 a week.
Inflation tool reveals where savings can be made
Experts have developed a personal inflation calculator that shows how you can save money. Try it here and see where you’ll save.
Why bulk billing GPs’ days are numbered
A triple threat is brewing that will reduce your ability to see a bulk billing GP for a free consultation. Here’s why.
Shock over Aussies tipped into poverty
The sudden rise in Australia’s cost of living has seen an unexpected group of Aussies tumbling into poverty. See who is affected in this exclusive analysis.
How to save up to $3675 on your power bill
The average electricity bill rose an average of $275 a year between July last year, with another hike looming. But there’s one simple thing you can do to save big.
Mobile homes soar in popularity to beat housing crisis
As the housing crisis bites, the popularity of mobile homes has soared. Meet a young couple who have found a creative solution to make their own nest.
‘$2 again’: Veggie prices to finally drop
After flooding devastated crops, Aussies saw prices of iceberg lettuce and other vegetables soar. But now there’s some good news on the way.
Fuel, food or laundry? The harsh choices this family faces
A family in southern Adelaide calculates every day whether they have enough fuel to take their daughter to school – and that’s just one of the tough calls they have to make.
How to find the best deposit deal
Savings account interest rates are climbing, and expected to rise further, but getting the highest rate isn’t as simple as it sounds.
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