Couple’s poo find exposes $700k nightmare
A couple are sounding the alarm on a “terrible situation” that has left them in limbo, with their dreams crushed.
Costs
Big mistake Aussies make with tax return
Australian taxpayers are tipped to cost themselves hundreds of dollars by making this one simple mistake at tax time.
How much extra you’re paying for ‘Telstra tax’
A consumer advocate has revealed what he says is a “Telstra tax” Aussies are paying for the telco’s premium service, a claim rejected by the country’s biggest provider.
Huge move to stop airport taxi rip-offs
One state will consider setting a maximum rate on taxi fares to and from the airport in a bid to stop $100 taxi rip-offs.
‘Too lazy’: Labor blasted over ‘rigged’ system
Many Australians voted Labor in on their student loan promises – but some have since seen their debt go up.
‘Days limited’: Bank’s huge security call
One of Australia’s largest lenders has sounded the alarm on a common security measure widely used by the banking sector – saying it may not be as secure as people think.
Older daters warned of financial pitfalls
Older Australians entering the dating scene are being urged to be “pragmatic” and make sure they have proper plans in place before combining finances.
Answer on $2k boost to Aussie wages looms
Australia’s lowest-paid workers are days away from finding out if they’re set to receive a boost to their wages, with one union body calling for a $2100 increase.
Aussie households warned meat prices to rise
Meat prices will go up this winter, but these underrated cuts could still help you deliver comfort meals through the winter.
Former child star shares shocking pay day
Usually, famous people shy away from discussing money, but a former child star has shared a screenshot of the wild amount he makes.
Landlord scolded over request to tenant
A landlord demanded tens of thousands of dollars from a tenant and threatened to kick them out if they did not pay up.
Aussies warned of milk shortage
Australian shoppers could face a milk shortage or rising prices as the devastating impact of the NSW floods is set to hit local supermarkets.
Aussies facing major bill price hike
Aussie households in three states could see their electricity bills go up by up to $228, following a final determination by the energy regulator.
Simple reason Aussies cop $76m mortgage hit
A simple delay is tipped to benefit the major banks and cost Aussie households millions.
Stunning price paid for a CBD car park
If you thought housing in Australia was unaffordable, your eyes will water when you find out how much a car bay in Sydney’s CBD will set you back.
Simple energy trick costing you $171
Energy providers have been accused of using deliberately misleading names to cost the average Aussie $171 a year on their electricity bills.
Ex-premier roasted over RBA take
A post on X by Queensland Labor leader Steven Miles in the wake of the Reserve Bank’s rate cut has been roasted by social media users.
Telstra customers hit with new price hike
Telstra customers have been slugged with another price hike on the telco giant’s mobile and NBN plans.
Aussie housing truth no one wanted to hear
An international housing affordability study has backed up what many Aussies already know – four major Australian cities are ‘impossibly unaffordable’.
Why cautious Aussies are still not spending
Economic activity jumped in the month of April on the back of a “super holiday”, but Aussies need one thing before they feel confident to spend.
Wages surprise tipped to test the RBA
Aussie workers’ wages are on the rise, but it could have a negative impact on the future rate cuts, with the RBA board due to meet next week.
Shock reason for Aussies’ $80bn spend
Australian households are tipped to spend billions to make their homes more efficient, but it’s not for the reason you may think.
Aussie ritual we can no longer afford
With the cost of living soaring, can Australians afford still afford our beloved cup of coffee or sacred pub chicken parmi? Here is the brutal truth.
Insane bank of mum and dad cost revealed
Rising house prices means the bank of mum and dad is hitting record highs, but it is still not enough to cover the 20 per cent deposit, new research shows.
Bus driver’s horror 10-day scam ordeal
Scammers had a field day using this Aussie dad’s credit card details — then the bank turned around and said it must have been him who had done it.
‘Lap dances’: Aussie dad’s secret life exposed
There’s a myth that Aussies earning six figures are wealthy but people are exposing the devastating impact of a system in crisis.
‘Fantastic’: Big 4 bank announces rate cut
A big four bank has dropped its mortgage rates, as competition for homeowners heats up.
Major bank’s huge call on rates
NAB predicts struggling mortgage holders will get some much-needed relief on the back of an outsized rate cut in May.
Why fuel price crash won’t make flying cheaper
US President Donald Trump’s tariffs have helped cause chaos on the oil markets, but Aussie travellers are unlikely to score a bargain on their next flight.
Simple trick saving Aussies $5.3bn
Australian grocery shoppers are using a simple trick to save on their grocery bills, and it is also helping in another way.
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