Why the biggest discount doesn't give you the cheapest energy
That 20 per cent discount offer from your energy retailer might look attractive, but you could probably find a better deal elsewhere.
Consumer Affairs
Households face steep hike in power charges as solar subsidies end
Tens of thousands of households are facing a surge in their electricity bills from the start of the new year as the government's subsidy for rooftop solar panels expires.
Why Diane's dream house still hasn't been built three years on
After years of delays, the developer of Diane Wilson's dream home is taking her to the Supreme Court to rescind the contract.
Rough justice in 89-year-old woman's fight over retiree rent
There's something very hollow about Marjorie Woollard's victory against the odds.
Stars, traffic lights or stop signs?
We reveal which system is best for food ratings.
The Sydney region with the nation's highest credit scores
The Australian suburbs with the lowest and highest credit scores revealed in a new report.
Mega-deals may face mega-challenge
Australia's top 100 listed companies now account for 47 per cent of the economy, up from 27 per cent two decades ago.
The dark side of an otherwise good car deal
It's a good deal for the customer, but a bad one for the country.
Bega Cheese extends falls on infant formula, milk woes
Bega Cheese shares continued to fall amid concerns over an infant milk formula market push into China along with broader milk industry woes
Hard Bargain: How to beat the rental property market
Desperate to land that dream rental in an increasingly competitive market? That's where Fairfax Media's new podcast comes in.
Bega Cheese shares dive amid fears over China demand for infant formula
Fears that Chinese demand for Australian-made infant formula has turned had the share price of key players sold off in trading on Tuesday, in the wake of comments by Bega Cheese that a recently launched venture with Blackmores is under pressure.
Bega Cheese dumped as baby formula venture sours
Bega Cheese shares have slumped as a push into the infant formula market has soured.
The chart that shows how bad our broadband is
Australia ranked 23rd out of 26 countries in a survey of users' satisfaction with high-speed broadband - ahead of only Brazil, Peru and Italy.
'Six cans a day': The HSC students hooked on energy drinks
Fancy 21 teaspoons of sugar just before sitting an exam?
Coca-Cola Amatil's plan lacks fizz
Coca-Cola Amatil's plans to launch a ginger-flavoured Coke, to cut at least another $100 million in costs and to review its investment in fruit and vegetable processor SPC Ardmona have failed to convince some analysts the soft drink giant has the right formula.
ACCC can pursue Phoenix Institute, court rules
The consumer watchdog has won court approval to continue its action against a defunct vocational education provider accused of misleading vulnerable members of the community into signing up for appropriate courses.
More families struggle with gas prices
Complaints about gas supply are increasing in NSW.
The hard truth about your inadequate veggie intake
New research shows what dictates our vegetable consumption, with 94 per cent of Australians not getting enough.
Baird government hits pause on controversial green slip reforms
The Baird government will reconsider the controversial aspects of its green slip reforms.
Soap opera Ode to Joy propels Weet-Bix push into China
Generations of Australians have grown up on Weet-Bix. Now those in China may do so, too, when they are introduced to Nutri-Brex.
House hunters handed new protections against underquoting agents
The NSW government will close a loophole that has been exploited by real estate agents.
Green slip reforms: drivers will need more insurance, lawyers say
Legal experts are worried the NSW government's green slip reforms will force consumers to buy income protection insurance.
Record complaints about health insurance, driven by one company
Complaints about health insurance have hit a record high, driven by one company.
The $6000 you could save on energy bills
There's a simple way to save $6000 on energy bills over 30 years.
Developers issue warning about higher home prices
Developers say home buyers will ultimately pay the price for a state government decision to sell off the land titles registry.
The law that led to a 40 per cent drop in business
Alcohol delivery services in Sydney reported business revenue losses of up to 40 per cent when lockout laws were introduced.
Poor internet service can break a real estate deal, agent says
Residents of large apartment complexes have a new woe.
Labor to demand ASIC 'name names' over life insurance claims
Labor will demand the corporate watchdog release the names of the life insurance companies knocking back more than one-third of total and permanent disability claims.
Link-Pillar tie-up could push up prices for super fund members: ACCC
The consumer watchdog is worried that a tie-up of Link Group and Pillar Administration could push up prices for super fund members by removing ASX-listed Link's only real competitor in superannuation administration.
The deal that will force up the cost of buying a home in Sydney
The state government says it wants to keep housing affordable, but its latest privatisation action is predicted to lead to an increase in prices.