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People crossing a street in Melbourne

22 Sep 2021 15:14

Melbourne earthquake: Staying safe

Written by Eliza Buglar

Following an earthquake in Victoria this morning, we share tips on how to stay safe in the aftermath of an earthquake.

20 Sep 2021 11:31

More power to consumers in search for cheaper energy bills

Written by Sarah Orr

Switching providers and saving on energy bills is about to get quicker and easier – and consumers should start to take full advantage, says Compare the Market.

parents watch TV while daughter is on laptop

17 Sep 2021 10:12

How much sunlight does it take to charge our favourite gadgets?

Written by Compare the Market

Planning a fun entertainment night at home? If you have solar panels, how many hours of sunshine do you need to run your devices guilt-free? Find out here.

16 Sep 2021 13:58

WFH? Ways to save on home office supplies

Written by Compare the Market

We take a look at the cost of building a home office and ways to save on your WFH essentials.

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13 Sep 2021 11:39

Countries with the highest and lowest household debt & why

Written by Compare the Market

We take a look at who is in the most household debt around the world

customers notice vdo has increased on electricity bill

8 Sep 2021 16:54

VDO electricity customers could see bills slashed in 2022

Written by Phillip Portman

VDO residential and small business customers could see their annual bills reduced in 2022, according to the ESC’s draft proposal.

customers reading energy bill

1 Sep 2021 14:13

The Victorian Default Offer has changed. Here’s what you need to know

Written by Phillip Portman

On 1 September, most customers on the Victorian Default Offer (VDO) will see their electricity bills increase. Read on for what you need to know.

1 Sep 2021 11:16

Game-changing certification could slash new home energy costs by over 75%

Written by Phillip Portman

New homes could soon see their energy costs dramatically reduced as part of an initiative that will transform the residential home building industry. Read more.

31 Aug 2021 13:21

Everyone needs good neighbours, but do we know them?

Written by Sarah Orr

Love thy neighbour? I hardly know her! New research from Compare the Market has revealed that nearly one in five Australians don’t know the people next door, with some going out of their way to avoid them altogether.

Couple working out ways to reduce electricity bill in lockdown

20 Aug 2021 08:43

Slash your electricity bills in lockdown

Written by Phillip Portman

If you’re using more electricity at home during lockdown, here are six ways you could reduce electricity bills. Read more.