Sydney bakery’s ‘shocking’ sandwich price
Australians are seeing red over Sydney’s “crazy” prices after a local woman shared the “shocking” amount she paid for a bagel.
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Real reason food prices are skyrocketing
Australians are being smashed by rising bills, and the reason behind it is both heartbreaking and chilling at the same time.
New trend exploding across Australia
A new trend is sweeping across the country – and it’s becoming so popular that you probably know someone who is already doing it.
‘Worst of all worlds’ looms as crisis deepens
A renowned economist has issued a dire warning that the world is facing a unique crisis, set to be “the worst of all worlds for workers”.
Bank’s shock interest rate move
Major banks are looking to pass on even higher interest rate hikes or increase them out of step with the RBA, as more Aussies become “mortgage prisoners”.
Brand’s unexpected move amid Aussie crisis
A beloved Australian skincare brand has decreased its prices amid the rising cost of living, ahead of announcing an “exciting” new partnership.
Huge mess Australia has created for itself
Australia is in the midst of a huge crisis but it’s one we created for ourselves – and it’s hard to see a way out right now.
Waleed defends RBA boss over rate hikes
Project host Waleed Aly has defended embattled RBA boss Philip Lowe, saying the central bank only has one way to fight inflation.
Australia’s biggest bank in big trouble
Commonwealth Bank benefited from skyrocketing interest rates in its latest profits, but there is trouble looming for the nation’s biggest bank.
Aussie bank to make $5b in profit
While Australians struggle to pay their bills, the country’s largest bank is set to post a record profit in just six months.
‘Not again’: Dreaded $3 Kmart hack returns
A Kmart hack many Aussies loathe is unexpectedly back as the cost of living crisis sends people scrambling for cheap reno options.
‘Mortgage prison’ trapping Aussies
With the RBA announcing yet another rate rise to 3.35 per cent, thousands of Aussies are locked into “mortgage prisons”.
Bill question not to be ashamed of
Health insurance, electricity and broadband are among our biggest monthly bills and while many of us plan to do something about the cost, few of us do.
ATO warning on $1 tax rule claims
Many Australians are taking advantage of this common tax deduction but be warned, the tax office has ways to detect over claiming.
Budget reforms could save Aussies millions
From improving the cost of major surgery to closing an insurance loophole, private health insurance is about to get a lot cheaper for many Australians.
New fee to hit millions from April 1
Almost 14 million Aussies are about to cop a price increase that’ll set them back by hundreds and they are looking for ways to avoid it.
Health insurance question couples need to ask
From potential hidden costs to the benefits of combining your health insurance policies with a partner, here’s what you need to know before you commit.
The $240k hit Aussies have to cop
As interest rates climb, potential borrowers are running from the housing market and it’s causing a $5 billion-a-week problem.
More grim news for house prices
It’s no secret that house prices are falling, but the rapid increase in interest rates is spelling bad news for the property market.
Shameful reason house prices are dropping
Australian property prices are falling and there’s a shameful reason why – as well as a simple way it could be stopped.
RBA’s brutal house price prediction revealed
Australia’s central bank has some dire forecasts for property prices, as mortgage holders are already struggling to pay their bills.
Chilling warning for house prices next year
House prices are already plunging but are set to take an even bigger hit next year, knocking hundreds of thousands off home values.
Bank’s ‘bleak’ prediction for house prices
One of the country’s biggest banks has issued a grim warning to property owners, with three cities set to suffer the most.
House prices to plunge by up to $150k
House prices in capital cities are slowing at a rate not seen in more than 30 years, signalling the property boom is finally coming to an end.
The Aussies with $50,000 in savings
The average amount an Aussie has in their savings account has been revealed, with one group of Australians having a huge amount.
Bank’s brutal house price prediction
More chilling warnings about the impact of super-sized rate rises on house prices could leave homeowners facing a 40 per cent increase to repayments.
Swiss bank’s chilling prediction for Australia
As Aussies brace themselves to be slugged with multiple interest rate rises, one expert has warned the hikes could have a chilling impact on the property market.
Grim prediction for housing market
Both sides of the property market, including buyers and homeowners, are being battered by rising interest rates. And the outlook isn’t pretty.
Plunging house prices hide unpleasant truth
Plunging house prices sound like a great thing for first homebuyers, but there are hidden realities that could sting Aussies later on.
Staggering amount some Aussies earned
A new report has revealed the staggering amount Australia’s richest people are making – and how taxing the super wealthy could fund life-changing things.
Free money Australians are ignoring
Inflation is squeezing but there’s an easy way to get money back for free – you just have to know where to look for it.
Millennials forced to live like Boomers
The cost of living crisis isn’t just impacting homeowners. Young people are feeling the pinch in a shockingly different way.
Chilling warning of a global recession
The world has been battered by skyrocketing prices and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Now the “fragile” economy is teetering on the edge.
‘Enormous’ problem about to get worse
The rental crisis has seen people living in cars with warnings more Aussies could be pushed into homelessness. And now things are set to get worse.
‘Risky’: Nightmare scenario for homeowners
Circumstances look set to conspire to create a nightmare scenario for homeowners in 2023 – but there could be a solution.
Huge dilemma for Aussies’ bank balances
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has revealed the “big issue” facing Australians which will hurt their hip pockets this year.
Best day to buy a plane ticket revealed
Ticket prices on some of the most popular routes have more than doubled – but there is a way to snap up cheaper airfares.
Last minute Boxing Day deals: Save on Apple, Dyson, Myer
There are some cracking deals up for grabs in the Boxing Day sales. See the great sales on a range of popular brands including Dyson, Apple and Nespresso.
How $2 can get 10 meals for struggling Aussies
Christmas is a time for food and family but more people than ever this year will struggle to put a meal on the table. See how you can help.
‘Genius’: Woolies 20c Xmas hack stuns
A shopper has stunned her followers after revealing a “genius” Christmas hack using Woolworths shopping bags.
Schoolboy’s letter leaves millions in tears
An “alternative” Christmas advert that highlights the dark reality of the silly season amid a cost of living crisis has left millions “sobbing”.
‘Sydney is wild’: Fury at cruel rental trend
Despite being illegal in other states, NSW’s rental crisis has sparked a trend which is making it almost impossible for applicants to find a home.
Pic exposes sad reality of cost of living crisis
Aussies say inflation has killed the fun of communal living with tensions rising in share houses across the country.
Qld’s power price pain: Take the survey now
With electricity price rises set to hit Queenslanders again, we want to know how it’s affecting you. TAKE OUR SURVEY
App offers huge trade-in cash for old tech
Wanting to do something with those old phones cluttering up the house? A new app makes trade-ins easier than ever – and could see you get hundreds in return.
Price of pub staple set to skyrocket
Food industry insiders are warning of a new shortage in the lead-up to Christmas, with price increases looming for takeaway meals and pub staples.
We’ve got bad news about 2023
One of the world’s biggest banks has heralded disaster for 2023 as governments battle to stem the rapidly rising inflation tide.
Proof Australia is ‘worst place’ to own a home
Aussie homeowners are about to fall “off a cliff” and it’s the way our mortgage system is set up that is partly responsible for this nightmare scenario.
Single dad-of-six ‘can’t afford shoes’
A single dad-of-six feels like he is “failing as a father” as he struggles to afford shoes for his children while the cost of living soars.
144 suburbs where prices are plunging
Some of these suburbs were hot ticket items during 2021’s buying frenzy. Now as the cost of living crisis and rising interest rates hit, the shine is wearing off.
Air fryer ‘hack’ will cut your electricity bill
As bills continue to soar, a Melbourne sustainability expert has revealed a simple switch that will save money on your rising electricity costs.
$12.8bn goldmine Aussies are sitting on
New research has uncovered the whopping value of items hiding in the back of Australians’ cupboards. See how you can unlock their potential.
How to score extra Coles glassware credits
More than one million pairs of the Coles glassware range have already been redeemed. See how you can get more credits.
Woolies slashes price of luxury item
Woolworths has announced a prize freeze or drop on over a 150 items in great news for households heading into the festive season.
‘Deep discounts’: Coles announces new cost of living deals
Supermarket shoppers will be able to save up to $10 on some grocery items when they pay at the checkout under a new cost of living initiative being launched by Coles and Flybuys.
Biggest risk to Aussies with mortgages
As the cost of living continues to skyrocket, Australians need a huge pay rise to keep up amid warnings homeowners are going to be particularly hard hit.
$6500 bonus for one group of Aussies
Anthony Albanese is splashing the cash on “responsible” cost-of-living measures, despite warnings of global doom-and-gloom.
The Aussies set for $9000 bonus
Anthony Albanese will hand down his first budget next week, with one group of Aussies set to cash in.
Tragic proof biggest Aussie ‘dream is over’
Chilling new research has revealed one of the biggest Australian dreams is now well and truly out of reach for most of the population.
Sign property market is about to blow up
A new report has put into perspective just how hard Aussies are being squeezed – and come March it could be a lot more painful.
Hack to save almost $100 on next grocery shop
An Aussie supermarket is letting the public in on a little secret which can shave a massive chunk off bills, groceries, fuel and more.
Coles drops credits required on glassware promotion
Coles has reduced the amount of credit points customers need to secure selected glassware in a new promotion with Schott Zwiesel.
Coles launches classic Xmas item with twist
Coles launched its new Christmas range – with 151 new products in the supermarket including a family favourite with a modern twist.
$2000 ‘shock’ coming for homeowners
Australian homeowners could be forking out more than $2000 extra a month soon, with fears they don’t realise the “shock” headed their way.
How Coles is helping to ease the cost of living pressures
See how you can save on your favourite household products during your next grocery shop.
Mum’s tea towel trick can save households $2000 a year
An Aussie mum has turned a tea towel hack into a million dollar business that can also save households up to $2000 a year on food wastage.
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.
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.
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.
‘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.
‘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.
Incredible result after epic rent rise
A mum-of-three was already “struggling to survive” when her landlord flagged a huge rent increase, terrifying her that the “vicious cycle” would never end.
’Impossible’: Photo reveals Aussie crisis
One photo has summed up the “impossible” choice facing one young Sydney family as the nation battles a worsening crisis.
Bank’s subtle change to home loans
Mortgage customers looking to move away from the Commonwealth Bank will now have to add in an extra step before they can start the process.
‘Far worse’: Hidden sting for Aussies
Australians have dealt with spikes in inflation before, but there’s a worrying detail that could make the coming months even more difficult than we’ve seen before.
Aussies set to lose $110k in price ‘wipe out’
There are warnings of a stark divide growing in the property market – and one group of Aussies are “most at risk”.
‘Heartbreaking’: Sydney boss blames ‘society’
An Aussie business owner has hit out at customers who choose “convenience and instant gratification”, blaming “society” after her shop’s collapse.
Aussies slugged with $80k price hike
A string of company collapses in the construction sector have revealed the pain of rising prices, but renters are also set to take a bigger hit.
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