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Jan 15, 2025 | 
choice.com.au | Margaret Rafferty |Chris Barnes
Need to know
Bushfires and significant changes in weather can affect the air quality in your home
Keeping smoke and other pollutants out of your home is the easiest way to protect indoor air quality
Once the smoke or other pollutants get into your home, using an air purifier or cleaning is the best way to clear it
When there are bushfires, the resulting hazy smoke can cause air quality to reach hazardous levels, even in areas many hundreds of kilometres away.
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Dec 10, 2024 | 
choice.com.au | Margaret Rafferty |Peter Zaluzny
With warmer-than-average nights predicted this summer, we look at how you can sleep comfortably when it's hot outside.
Anyone who has tossed and turned through a hot night will tell you there's only so much relief to be had from endlessly turning your pillow over so you can lay your head on the cool side. More than just the irritation of being uncomfortable, there are good reasons why staying cool is important for a good night's rest.
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Dec 4, 2024 | 
choice.com.au | Uta Mihm |Margaret Rafferty
They're a great last-minute present idea, but there are some pitfalls to avoid. Plus, how to make your money go further.
Gift cards are a perennially popular choice for Christmas presents, and it's easy to see why: they're perfect for a range of recipients and reasons. Buying for the person who has everything? A gift card means they can buy something they don't have. Forgot to organise a present? Grab a gift card at the supermarket on your way.
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Nov 12, 2024 | 
choice.com.au | Margaret Rafferty |Jodi Bird
You’ve found the cheapest flights and the best hotel deal but what about your travel insurance? Our expert shares tips to save.
For most of us, insurance is usually something of a grudge purchase and travel insurance is no exception. Amid the excitement of booking your flights and accommodation, the idea of forking out for something you may not use can leave many of us reluctant to part with our dollars. But, travel insurance is a must.
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Nov 4, 2024 | 
choice.com.au | Liam Kennedy |Marianna Longmire |Margaret Rafferty
Our Shonky Awards have led to some amazing wins for consumers. Here are some of the greatest hits.
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Oct 27, 2024 | 
choice.com.au | Pru Engel |Margaret Rafferty
Whether you’re a long-time air fryer fan or upgrading to a new model, here are five things you should know before you buy.
As we steamroll towards the end of the year, with plenty of sales events (such as Black Friday) soon to come and lots of Christmas gifts to buy, you may be thinking of adding an airfryer to your wishlist.
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Oct 15, 2024 | 
choice.com.au | Margaret Rafferty
Holidays are meant to be relaxing, right? A chance to escape the everyday pressures of life and enjoy a hassle-free break from the daily grind. While that's certainly the ideal, it isn't hard to find examples of holidays that are anything but the relaxing getaway planned.
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Aug 27, 2024 | 
choice.com.au | Margaret Rafferty |Daniel Graham
Need to know
Pet insurance may give peace of mind but limits and exclusions on policies mean you'll still be out of pocket if your pet needs care
Putting money aside for veterinary treatment may be cheaper in the long run, but it's important to understand potential costs
Pet insurance products have improved since we gave the industry a Shonky in 2019
You've acquired a cute collar, a snazzy food bowl, a comfy pet bed and come up with the perfect name.
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Aug 12, 2024 | 
choice.com.au | Margaret Rafferty |Chris Barnes
They aren't just handy for dust – there are some unexpected reasons you might benefit from buying an air purifier.
Air purifiers come in a wide range of brands, sizes and types and CHOICE has tested many of them. Interest in these appliances in Australia peaked during the Black Summer bushfires of 2019/2020 when many parts of the country were blanketed in smoke for weeks on end.
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Aug 4, 2024 | 
choice.com.au | Margaret Rafferty |Peter Zaluzny
Need to know
You don’t have to spend top dollar to get a good knife, but the cheapest knives are unlikely to stay sharp
We found that sales and discounts on kitchen knives are a regular occurrence so you will rarely need to pay the full recommended retail price
Caring for your knife properly will ensure it lasts as long as possible
If you do a lot of cooking from scratch, a good knife is an essential piece of kitchen kit.
