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Andy Kollmorgen

I'm a long-time investigative journalist who started off in New York City, ended up in Sydney, and likes nothing better than to shine a spotlight on underhanded behaviour in the consumer marketplace. The Investigations Team's work often focuses on financial harm to vulnerable people at the hands of corporations and businesses. I came to CHOICE in late 2010 by way of the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, a role that was preceded by a stint at the Australian Financial Review. I've also been a comms manager for a sales-driven boutique financial services firm in Sydney – an experience that inspired me to apply for the ASIC job. I research and report on a wide range of issues in the consumer marketplace – there never seems to be a shortage of them. I'm a former member of the NSW Fair Trading Advisory Council. You can find me on Twitter and LinkedIn. Recent articles by Andy TPG email cancellations causing chaos, but there may be an upside Cigno payday loan charging 800% declared illegal These are the most complained about businesses in 2023 3 out of 4 Australians harmed by a data breach CHOICE report: Extreme weather putting home insurance out of reach Why are we still paying billions in bank fees?

Privacy commissioner takes Facebook to court 

August 30, 2025March 12, 2020 by Andy Kollmorgen
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Social media platform charged with failing to protect the personal data of its users.

Categories Consumers and Data, Data Laws and Regulation, Protecting Your Data Tags Article news

Ditch your Dollarmites account

August 30, 2025March 10, 2020 by Andy Kollmorgen | Uta
Dollarmites bank account

There are better ways for kids to save and learn.

Categories Banking, Everyday Banking, Money Tags Article news, campaign

How to choose the best credit card

September 1, 2025March 2, 2020 by Andy Kollmorgen
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Advice and tips to help you avoid falling into a debt trap.

Categories Credit Cards, Credit Cards and Loans, Money

Drones and Australian law

February 14, 2020 by Andy Kollmorgen
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Are you allowed to spy on your neighbour? Know the rules around recreational drones.

Categories Electronics and Technology, Gadgets, Tech Gadgets

Google to Viagogo: welcome back! 

August 30, 2025February 13, 2020 by Andy Kollmorgen
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The ticket reseller is back in Google’s good books, but has it really cleaned up its act? 

Categories Everyday Shopping, Shopping, Tickets Tags Article news

Three big consumer wins from the banking royal commission

August 30, 2025February 6, 2020 by Andy Kollmorgen
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Mortgage broker best interests duty, unfair contracts laws extended to insurance, and better regulation for funeral products. 

Categories Banking, Everyday Banking, Money Tags Article news, campaign

How to give to charity so your donation really counts

September 1, 2025January 15, 2020 by Andy Kollmorgen
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Our expert guide to giving generously.

Categories Ethical Buying and Giving, Everyday Shopping, Shopping

Is duty-free shopping cheaper?

August 30, 2025January 10, 2020 by Andy Kollmorgen
couple entering a duty free shop at the airport

We compare the costs.

Categories Duty Free, On Holidays, Travel Tags email signup

How to find the best superannuation provider

September 1, 2025January 6, 2020 by Andy Kollmorgen
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Super is tricky, but a little knowledge can go a long way.

Categories Financial Planning and Investing, Money, Superannuation

What happens if your Equifax credit report falls into the wrong hands?

August 30, 2025January 3, 2020 by Andy Kollmorgen
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One tech-savvy CHOICE member says the credit reporting bureau’s approach to security is inadequate.

Categories Credit Cards and Loans, Home Loans, Money Tags Article investigation
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