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Funeral costs

Planning ahead for the death of a loved one can save you a lot of unnecessary grief.

9 Feb 2011 | CHOICE found that funeral costs fluctuate wildly. We highlight ways to get a fair deal.

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High tech shopping

Checking out high tech shopping - the now, and what is yet to come.

20 Jan 2011 | CHOICE takes a closer look at the high-tech devices in supermarkets now, and those on the way.

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Mother's Day guide

This Mother’s Day, we want to give our hardworking mums a gift to thank them for all the ways they make our lives great.

24 Dec 2010 | Our busy mums are faced with a myriad of decisions every day. We believe they should have the best advice at their fingertips this Mothers' Day.

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Group buying websites

Some of the best consumer bargains can be found online through coupon websites. CHOICE finds out which ones are worth logging on to.

25 Nov 2010 | Some of the best consumer bargains can be found online through coupon websites.

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Sustainable shopping bags

Sticking with your reusable polypropylene bags is the most sustainable choice - the one that makes a difference.

15 Nov 2010 | The latest in the war on plastic.

CHOICE Christmas gift guide

Christmas buying guide

We've trawled the site to bring you our best buys across a range of popular products.

13 Nov 2010 | See our round-up of best buys, including gadgets, beauty products and kitchen appliances.

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Charity Christmas cards

Not all charity-branded Christmas cards are equal. We highlight some of the more generous givers.

4 Nov 2010 | Buying direct from the charity is often a better way to get your money direct to the good cause.

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Cash for gold

Gold-buying kiosks offer you convenience, but they don't always give the best price.

20 Oct 2010 | CHOICE visited 10 gold-buying shops in Sydney with a ring and two necklaces, and was offered between 39% and 89% of the gold value for the items.

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