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Cost of living

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Government payments worth knowing about You may qualify and not even know it – so it pays to check.

Christmas credit and rising utilities straining Australians The number of calls to the national debt helpline reached a record high last year.

We're buying debt quickly and it's a little dangerous: ABS Research from the ABS reveals changing trends in housing costs, food expenses and more.

Calls to increase pensioner concessions and discounts 23 March 2016 | As the cost of living rises, pensioner concessions and rebates are not keeping up.

CHOICE presents South Australia Consumer Forum 25 August 2015 | Cost of living pressures are especially acute in SA – CHOICE zeroes in on the most worrisome issues.

Australians worry most about electricity bills, health care Survey findings follow an inquiry into electricity pricing and an average 4.8% increase in health insurance premiums

End-of-financial-year sales tips It's true you can save some money, but don't fall for the hype.

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