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Every time you hit a pothole and hear that sickening thud from your wheel, you're probably wondering who's going to pay for the damage. If you're hoping it's the council or state government, you might be in for a shock. The threshold for pothole damage claims in Victoria now stands at $1,640...

Those bright yellow, orange, and lime-green bikes scattered across our cities were meant to be the answer to urban transport woes. Instead, they've become the question mark cluttering our footpaths, and frankly, many of us are getting fed up. A frustrated Sydney Reddit user summed up the...

There's something rather satisfying about discovering that a household item you've used for decades has been quietly harbouring a clever secret. Such was the delight of Eleanor Wade when she stumbled upon a brilliant design feature that's been sitting right under our noses—or more precisely...

If you've ever wondered why that packet of Ginger Nuts from your last interstate trip tasted oddly different from the ones back home, you're not imagining things. What started as one curious Aussie's investigation has revealed a delicious secret that Arnott's has been quietly maintaining for...

When a Melbourne Reddit user spotted a sign at trendy croissant spot Lune declaring 'card payments only' alongside a 1.2 per cent credit card surcharge, their frustrated post struck a chord with fellow Australians. 'I basically see this as a sign that says 'don't come in', so I won't,' one...

Shoppers have noticed something missing from the freezer section, and it has left many wondering what happened. A popular budget-friendly meal seems to have quietly disappeared, sparking plenty of questions from loyal fans. Now, customers are trying to figure out if it will ever return...

Many Australians living and working overseas could soon face unexpected challenges. Recent changes have been introduced that might complicate things for those on certain visas, leaving expats wondering what comes next. The new rules have sparked concern among families trying to plan their...

Many people have come to rely on rewards programs that promise perks for everyday spending. But changes are looming that could alter how these benefits work, leaving some wondering about the future. What’s behind the shake-up, and what might it mean for consumers? The RBA has announced a...

Many shoppers have been drawn to offers promising easy upgrades and flexible payments. For a long time, these deals seemed like the perfect solution for those wanting new gadgets without the upfront cost. Now, a growing group of customers claims the experience wasn’t quite what they signed...

After a quarter of a century gracing our screens, Channel Nine presenter has announced he’s hanging up his TV boots—at least for now. For many of us who’ve spent years waking up to his familiar face on Weekend Today or catching his expert sports coverage, this news might feel a bit like losing...

While most people see a tablecloth and think dinner parties, Michelle saw a canvas waiting to happen. Her clever transformation of a $10 Kmart floral tablecloth into stunning wall art isn't just budget-savvy—it's accidentally bang on trend for 2025. According to interior design experts...

When Sydney professional cleaner Sara Allan shared her range hood cleaning trick on social media, she had no idea she'd be introducing thousands of Australians to what tradies have quietly sworn by for generations. The humble cleaning product that transforms the most dreaded kitchen chore into...

You're standing at the car rental counter, credit card in hand, when the clerk cheerfully announces there'll be a 'small processing fee' of 1.5 per cent. You ask to pay cash instead, only to be told they don't accept it. Sound familiar? If you're one of the many Australians frustrated by these...

If you've recently received what looks like a legitimate email from Apple about a PayPal charge you didn't make, don't reach for the phone just yet. Cybercriminals have found a disturbingly clever way to abuse Apple's own email infrastructure to send convincing phishing messages that bypass...

Time's ticking on Australia's electricity rebate program, with the final $75 instalment set to hit your account from 1 October. But here's the rub—just as this financial assistance wraps up at year's end, households are facing some of the steepest power price rises in recent memory. If you're...