The Shonky Awards
Each year, we call out the products and services that let Australians down.
20 years later, the Shonkys are more important than ever
Calling out duds, counting toilet paper. Why the Shonkys have never been more vital.
10 times the Shonkys delivered for Australians
Our Shonky Awards have led to some amazing wins for consumers. Here are some of the greatest hits.
Our favourite Shonkys of all time
CHOICE staff members look back on 20 years of the Shonky Awards and reveal their favourite lemons.
2025 Shonky Award winners revealed
From a major bank making bank off the back of Australia’s poorest, one of the worst heaters we’ve ever seen… these are the winners of a 2025 Shonky Award.
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