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COST-OF-LIVING PRESSURES PUSH AUSTRALIANS TO RETHINK HOW THEY SHOP
Cost-of-living pressures are reshaping how Australians spend, with households becoming more deliberate about where, how, and what they buy.
Apr 242 min read


CREDIT CARD WINNERS REVEALED AS ANZ CLAIMS TOP HONOUR
Finder’s annual Credit Card Awards raise fresh questions about whether these rankings genuinely help consumers or simply reinforce the status quo.
Feb 202 min read


LONELY SCHOONERS: AUSSIES QUIT SHOUTING ROUNDS AS PUB TRADITION GETS TOO PRICEY
The great Australian tradition of shouting a round is quietly dying at the bar, with new research revealing nearly one in three Australians have stopped buying drinks or food for their mates altogether.
Dec 8, 20252 min read


THE COMMON MISTAKES WE MAKE WITH OUR JEWELLERY
Searches for Black Friday jewellery deals have exploded, but experts warn that without proper care and insurance, new gems could quickly lose their shine and their value.
Dec 2, 20253 min read
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THREE ONLINE TIPS & TRICKS TO HELP YOU SAVE AN ABSOLUTE FORTUNE
Photo: Mikhail Nilov, Pexels Shopping online doesn’t have to break the bank. Yes, it can be pretty easy to overspend or buy something tempting us that we don’t need, but it has also become one of the best money-saving tools around. While big companies use tactics to get us to part with our cash, savvy shoppers can be equally as cunning and will utilise countless tools and hacks to beat the system and save a fortune. These tips and tricks are super simple to use and can help s


SKINCARE AWARENESS RESHAPES HOW GEN Z SHOPS
Gen Z isn’t just buying skincare; they’re interrogating it. Ingredient awareness is reshaping how this cohort shops, with a growing focus on what’s actually inside the bottle rather than what’s trending on TikTok.


DIY LASH LIFT KIT ARRIVES AT CHEMIST WAREHOUSE AS AUSSIES DITCH SALON PRICES
Standfirst: A new DIY lash lift kit promises salon-style results at home, as cost-conscious Australians rethink their beauty routines.


MENTAL HEALTH STUDY REVEALS HOW DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY DEVELOP IN TEENS
Standfirst: A landmark Australian mental health study tracking 6,000 students shows how symptoms emerge, and why early intervention matters more than ever.


WHY MENTAL FITNESS FOR KIDS STARTS AT HOME EARLIER THAN YOU THINK
Parents have long been taught how to build their children’s physical health. Feed them well. Keep them active. Make sure they sleep. But when it comes to mental fitness, most are still reacting rather than preparing. According to Sarah La Roche, CEO of the not-for-profit organisation Smiling Mind, that mindset needs to shift. “Mental fitness is the proactive, regular practice of building the skills and habits children need to feel calm and confident, navigate life’s ups and d
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