Experts sound alarm on complex household energy tariffs
Households are being advised to avoid electricity plans with ‘demand pricing’, traditionally reserved for large businesses.
Shopping
Most popular products in the EOFY sales
We round up the most researched products in the lead-up to the sales, and give you our top tips to help you shop.
Consumer awareness growing around carbon credentials
A CHOICE survey reveals that consumers notice carbon claims and they sometimes influence purchase decisions. But how reliable are they?
Ethical shopping on a budget
How to find cost-effective ways to keep your shopping list green and your budget in the black.
How to buy better and more sustainably in the EOFY sales
Avoid sale fails and make sure your bargain isn’t burdening the planet this EOFY.
From pet food to cereal, see which products are suffering ‘shrinkflation’ in 2022
When it comes to choosing a product, size matters – so watch out for shrinking packet sizes, coming to a store near you.
Are your online groceries priced correctly?
We look at IGA, FoodWorks and Harris Farm Markets to see how compliant they are with unit pricing requirements.
Fears modern slavery will increase as temporary migration resumes
Experts are concerned that key reforms and protections for workers have yet to be enacted.
Consumer law and third-party sellers
Can businesses trading online dodge their legal obligation to provide a refund, repair or replacement?
10 common recycling mistakes to avoid
We all want to stop our rubbish taking up precious space in landfill, but are some of our habits doing more harm than good?