What we splashed our money on in the lead-up to Christmas

Hardware performed strongly in the lead-up to Christmas, attracting lots of shoppers, but electrical and recreational goods struggled.

Air lounger danger warning: 'It was vacuum-sealed to her face'

Hollie was floating in one of the increasingly popular air loungers, when the fabric ripped and she was swallowed by the pool.

Motorists urged to fill up now before price rise

The ACCC is urging motorists to fill up, with petrol prices expected to jump in coming days.

See how fast we're waving goodbye to caged eggs

See the rate at which consumers are switching from caged eggs to free range.

Dud gift? Three magic words to use when seeking a repair or refund

Faulty product? Here's what the laws says about your rights to a free repair, refund or exchange.

The brands and products that got your goat in 2016

We're constantly writing stories, but every once in a while there's one that goes wild - it triggers a deluge of comments and letters, it's shared tens of thousands of times on social media, and sometimes it causes so much outrage it helps create meaningful change.

Remember Dick Smith gift cards? Don't become a victim

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Before you splash your hard-earned dollars on gift cards this Christmas, read our tips and advice.

Product ban: 'A fireball hit me and set me on fire'

If you're using a decorative alcohol-fuelled burner to live up the atmosphere this Christmas, throw it out or return it for a refund.

The 'half-truth' in myth-busting beer advertisements

Health experts are warning about the sneaky half-truth in a beer giant's ad campaign.