Travel
You’re probably wrong about fuel-efficient driving
15 April
Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson once proved that the 414-horsepower, V8-engined, bellowing petrolhead pin-up BMW M3 could be even more eco-friendly than the famously thrifty Toyota Prius. To do this, in 2008 he ran an experiment in no way...[Read More]
Fuel pain to last longer despite tax cut kicking in
1 April
Motorists will need to wait longer for cheaper fuel as a tax cut might take weeks to start flowing through the bowser, as Labor resists turning to fuel rationing to shore up supply. The federal government’s halving of the fuel tax will begin on...[Read More]
Bumpy path predicted for self-driving cars in Australia
25 March
Autonomous cars could slash transport pollution by driving more efficiently, avoiding traffic snarls and reducing the need for car parks. But with the wrong policy settings, the technology could undo those savings by putting more cars on the road,...[Read More]
Find out where Australia’s fuel shortage is most acute
25 March
A rush for petrol and diesel driven by the ongoing Iran war has caused across-the-board price spikes and shortages in some areas. WHAT’S HAPPENED SO FAR? * Israeli and American attacks on Iran have escalated into full-blown war, prompting Tehran...[Read More]
Aussie drivers divided over petrol vs electric future
18 March
Almost two in five Australians are considering an electric or hybrid vehicle for their next car purchase, but many could change their minds if the government puts the brakes on a tax discount. The Australian Finance Industry Association revealed the...[Read More]
High-power pit stop: quantum batteries could rev up EVs
18 March
Next-generation batteries Australian researchers are developing could potentially recharge electric cars faster than petrol vehicles fill up and top up smartphone instantaneously. The CSIRO’s quantum battery research team made the predictions on...[Read More]
A guide to budget-friendly Australian travel with kids in tow
5 March
Australia is a country of breathtaking natural beauty, rich history, and diverse landscapes, offering an endless array of family-friendly travel destinations. While the Land Down Under is known for its expansive wilderness and coastal charm,...[Read More]
Navigating your next adventure with ease – a checklist for your next road trip
26 February
Planning a road trip can be an exciting adventure, offering a unique blend of freedom, discovery, and bonding opportunities. Whether you’re exploring familiar landscapes or venturing into unknown territories, preparation is key to ensuring a...[Read More]
Electric car sales may stall if tax policy changes gear
18 February
At launch, the Electric Car Discount was expected to help about 5000 Australians get behind the wheel of a quiet, low-emissions, battery-powered vehicle. The policy, introduced in 2022, removed the fringe benefits tax from some electric cars,...[Read More]
Kids on e-bikes and e-scooters a ‘recipe for chaos’
21 January
Children whizzing to class on e-bikes and e-scooters have worried drivers calling for them to be banned for the school commute. Nearly 40 per cent of drivers want the electric-powered devices banned from school zones altogether, a survey by insurer...[Read More]
“They won’t remember the toys… but they’ll never forget the trip”
15 January
Why Smart Parents Choose Experiences Over Things — and How It Shapes Their Kids for Life. There’s a quiet truth every seasoned parent eventually learns: the things you buy for your kids won’t last — but the moments you create with them...[Read More]
Space weather a growing risk for air traffic
7 January
A software safety fault that forced the grounding of dozens of passenger planes across Australia has been branded by experts as “a warning shot for the future”. The glitch was triggered by space weather, a phenomenon increasingly impacting...[Read More]
Unwanted gift: Christmas caution over e-bike insurance
24 December
Owners of modified or illegal e-bikes could be putting their insurance coverage at risk, leaving them exposed in the event of a house fire or accident. The warning comes ahead of Christmas as insurers urge prospective e-bike and e-scooter buyers to...[Read More]
Drivers told to paws and think of road risk to koalas
24 December
When wildlife rescuer Ina Egermann finds a koala hit by a car, the first thing she does is apologise. “I say, ‘I’m so sorry that we humans have done this to you’,” the Friends of the Koala charity volunteer told AAP. Then she gently holds...[Read More]
The gift of trust: How talking about us strengthens our business and community
4 December
Referrals mean more to us than words can easily express. When a happy client shares their experience and recommends us to a friend, colleague, or family member, it is one of the greatest compliments we can receive. We never take that trust for...[Read More]