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Life hacks
From tech to travel and cleaning, we've pulled together our most popular tips, guides and life hacks.
Life in a drought
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Top 5 ways to save water
Simple ways to be more water-wise at home. -
More tips for saving water at home
Steps you can take to conserve water both inside and outside your home. -
How to find a good low-flow showerhead
Save water – and money. -
5 water-wasting washers from Fisher & Paykel, Panasonic and Speedqueen
Avoid these top-loading washing machines if you want to conserve water. -
The best type of washing machine for saving water
Do top loaders or front loaders use less water? -
How much can you save by choosing a water-efficient washing machine?
Spending a little more upfront can actually save you water and money over time. -
Using the grey water from your washing machine
Recycle the run-off after washing your clothes. -
A guide to greywater systems
Find out how to recycle your waste water around the house, for the benefit of the environment and your hip pocket. -
Buying the best pump for a rainwater tank
A guide to flow rates, pressure, outlets and installation. -
How to buy the best rainwater tank
What to consider when saving water for your home or property.
Home help
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Can you put it in the dishwasher?
The big list of things you can and can't put in the dishwasher. -
Aldi vs Morning Fresh: which will get your dishes the cleanest?
Morning Fresh is a premium washing-up liquid that costs three times as much as Aldi's Tandil Ultra. But is it worth it? -
Washing hacks to save you time, water and money
From tricks with vinegar to reusing greywater, these simple tips will make washing and cleaning a breeze. -
Does an air conditioner work as an air purifier?
We look at whether you need a dedicated air purifier, or if the filter in an air conditioner will do the job. -
10 tips for a more organised home
Start the new year by clearing the clutter (and your mind) -
10 foods that topped CHOICE taste tests in 2019
These products were rated best in our tests this year – do they make it onto your shopping list? -
Reducing waste at home with reusable food covers
The pros and cons of reusable food covers such as beeswax wraps and reusable sandwich bags. -
Tips and hacks that actually make your life worse
Turns out you shouldn't do everything you read on the internet. -
What is a pyrolytic (self-cleaning) oven?
And is it worth paying extra for an oven that cleans itself? -
Cult cleaners: Dyson, Enjo, Koh and more
From Dyson vacuums to Koh cleaning supplies, which products deliver the dream clean? -
Top tips for batch cooking and getting the most out of your freezer
Want to build up a supply of batch-cooked meals and frozen supplies? Here are our top tips , plus some dos and don'ts -
How to get the most out of your air fryer
Ten tips and tricks every air fryer owner should know. -
The best and worst cleaning products
… and why you shouldn't waste your money on floor cleaners. -
Will a steam mop revolutionise your cleaning?
Our expert guide to cost, key features and how well they clean.
Top tech tips
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Electronics and technology
How to bypass geo-blocking for online shopping and streaming
How much does your location affect online shopping and services, and what can you do about it? -
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Electronics and technology
How to find a lost or stolen smartphone, tablet or computer
Find My Device lets you remotely track, lock, and erase the data on a lost or stolen device. Here's how to use it. -
Electronics and technology
Avoid online scams: phishing
What is phishing, how can you spot it and what can you do? -
Money
The best way to transfer money overseas
When moving money abroad, it pays to avoid the big banks. -
Electronics and technology
How to change your Facebook privacy settings
What you can do to limit your personal data being shared by Facebook. -
Electronics and technology
Should you buy a smart speaker?
Creepy eavesdropper or household hero? CHOICE staff talk the pros and cons of smart speakers. -
Electronics and technology
What is 5G and when can I get it?
How fast will 5G be, when will we get it, and can it replace the NBN? -
Travel
Top tech tips for travellers
CHOICE experts share their must-have travel products and hacks to make travel easier -
Vacuum cleaners
Should you get a robot vac?
Can these clever household helpers really get the job done? -
Electronics and technology
TV and computer screen jargon explained
HDR, UHD, 4K, OLED – what does it all mean? -
Electronics and technology
How to buy the best antivirus software
Say 'hasta la vista' to malware on your home computer, tablet or smartphone. -
Electronics and technology
How to cast videos and photos wirelessly to a TV
Mirror your mobile device to your TV and turn your computer into your own personal media server. -
Electronics and technology
How to upgrade a laptop
Upgrading your hardware can be an affordable way to give your laptop a power boost. -
Electronics and technology
How to edit photos and videos for free in Windows 10
Microsoft Photos is a significant improvement over the old Windows Photo Gallery program. -
Electronics and technology
How to set up your home network.
A step-by-step guide to creating a home network using a wireless router to connect your home entertainment, office equipment and smart appliances.
Managing your money
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Money
How to find the best financial planner
Before you pay an adviser, make sure they're putting your needs first. -
Money
5 tips to get ahead in 2020
Simple things you can do to set yourself up for success in the new year. -
Money
Top fee-free bank accounts
Paying a monthly fee on your everyday bank account? If so, it could be time to switch to a fee-free option. -
Money
An underperforming super fund could be costing you thousands
See how your super fund compares. -
Shopping
Best electricity providers for 2019: EnergyAustralia, Tango & more
The best retailers for pricing, customer service and environmental sustainability over the past 12 months. -
Health
'I saved $1800 by switching my private health insurance'
CHOICE writer Pru Engel didn't pay much attention to her health insurance payments... till she was about to get ripped off. -
Electronics and technology
Save money on Netflix, Stan, Spotify and more with family plans
How to share your online subscriptions and digital purchases. -
Money
Is it worth getting a free credit report?
Australians entitled to one free credit report a year – they should use it to check for mistakes. -
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Money
How to build a budget
Need help getting your spending and saving in order? Join us for Budgeting 101. -
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Money
How to cope with interest rate increases
Home loan interest rates are on the way up again. What can you do to protect yourself? -
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Health
How to review your health insurance and save
Do these five things to review your health insurance policy and save money.
Decoding labels
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Health
Should you choose Gold, Silver or Bronze hospital insurance?
We help you decide which of the new health insurance tiers is best for your needs. -
Electronics and technology
Decoding TV model numbers
Knowing the numbers can help you get a television for less. -
Food and drink
Heath stars FAQ
All your questions and concerns answered about the Health Star Rating food labelling system and how to use it. -
Food and drink
Food additives to avoid
More than 300 food additives are approved for use in Australia. Just how safe are they? -
Transport
How to read a tyre's code
We help you decipher those confusing numbers and letters to pick the right tyres for your ride. -
Food and drink
Added sugar in food
Do you know how much added sugar you're eating? It's time to make food labels honest. -
Food and drink
Free-range eggs buying guide
The brands that meet the recommended model code of 1500 hens per hectare. -
Home and living
Twisting the truth on thread count
Thread count alone won't help you pick the best quality bed sheets.
Water and energy efficiency
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Home and living
Ten ways to beat the heat and keep your cool at home
Try these simple strategies to beat the heat and save on energy bills. -
Home improvement
Five ways to reduce your household's energy use
Reduce your carbon footprint, help save the environment and save money to boot. -
Home and living
How much can you save by choosing a water-efficient washing machine?
Spending a little more upfront can actually save you water and money over time. -
Home and living
Should I use eco mode?
It may save water and electricity, but will it give good results? -
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Home and living
Energy and water efficient washing machines
Smarter energy, water and cycle options for your washing machine.
Latest stories
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Is it cheaper to buy a smartphone outright?
Should I buy my new iPhone or Samsung smartphone outright or on a plan? -
Choosing a VPN for added COVID-19 security
The coronavirus pandemic has us spending more time online, so a VPN-secured internet connection is more important than ever. -
Best NBN plans
We compare the best performing NBN plans from Telstra, iiNet, TPG, and more by how close they get to their maximum speeds. -
Should you buy a home espresso machine?
Getting your daily coffee from your local cafe is a little trickier these days. Is it time you invested in your own manual espresso machine? -
How to bake bread in a cast-iron pot or dutch oven
Baking your own bread at home is easier than you think.
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