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Hello! I’ve got a rental lease until September this year. I received an email today advising that my rent is increasing by $131 per week starting in 4 weeks time. The options offered are to agree …

I was just wondering how many people on this site have been actively looking for a new job in the pandemic? I have a permanent teaching job that I am honestly grateful for. I've decided I need a …

Hi, I’m trying to get out of the habit of not eating breakfast before work. So I thought smoothies would be a good alternative. My kitchen isn’t huge so I can’t have an appliance that has 20 …

Hi, I work in education and I’m trying to find another job. Most jobs require selection criteria and I’m not getting anywhere. I’ve addressed selection criteria and paid for two to be written …

Hello, About a month ago someone reversed into me and damaged my bumper at a shopping centre. I was not at fault. The repair cost is $1,800. The driver denied wrongdoing despite witness evidence as …

Hi, I'd like to ask if there are any full time working, divorced parents that are also studying part time (2 units)? How do you make it work? I work until 16.00 Monday to Friday and then at …

Hi Everyone, I'm trying to take the first steps to get out of debt. My current situation is this - work full time, divorced and have children in shared care. The only income I have is from my …

Hello, I'm about to start reading the Barefoot Investor and need to create a budget. I'm ashamed that I've never really had one and need to sort my finances out as I'm not …

Hello, My 12 year old son needs to get braces. I don't have private health and apparently my ex-husband cannot help me pay $7,400 for braces. It's a lot for one parent! In my state, we …

Hello! I have a case of jet lag so I'm trying to use my time wisely:). My don is starting middle school and I feel he is old enough to have his first phone (nearly 12). I'm after opinions …

I need some help please Ozbargainers. I haven't been to England in 10 years and I'm trying to work out whether it is more economical to hire a car or buy separate train tickets? I only …

Hi, My three kids have Youth Saver Bank Accounts with the Commonwealth Bank. I'm looking at moving them elsewhere for a better interest rate. They do not withdraw from the account. My …

Hello, I had to take my dog to the vet yesterday and I asked about pet insurance. She suggested getting a lifetime policy instead of an annual policy. My dog has a skin allergy so I understand …

Hello, I'm currently using the Medik8 skincare range on my face. I like it but it's pricey! I have used supermarket skincare, Estee Lauder, Clarins, Clinique, Boots No7, Liz Earle and …

Hello, I have two debts that I am trying to get rid of as soon as possible. GEM Visa - $1800 GO Mastercard - $1000 Is there a way to combine the debts to make one repayment with less interest …

Hello Ozbargainers, I would like to visit my family in the UK over Christmas. The earliest I can depart is the 14th of December and I need to return no later than the 3rd of January. I realise …

Hello I am trying to get all my documents and tax receipts in order to lodge my tax return. Is there anything I have forgotten to include in my list? Some teachers I know have shared they got a …

Hello Ozbargainers, I currently work in education and last year I salary sacrificed a car under a 5 year term. I believe it isn't an option that is available to everyone in the workforce. Due …

Hello, I have been Googling flights from Darwin to Manchester return departing mid December and returning by the 4/5th of January 2020. I realise it’s a costly time of year being holidays and all …

Hello, Apologies if this not the correct platform for my question. I have been working full time as a Teacher for 2 years, however, I am struggling to keep my job as my teenage daughter is suicidal …

Hello, I will be travelling with my 3 children to Queensland in 10 days. Since I was a child I have always wanted to swim with dolphins in a bay? cove or supervised ocean tour? I've had a look …

Hi Ozbargainers, I purchased a brand new car two weeks ago. I wanted one model and didn't mind waiting for 6 weeks or longer to get it but the dealer explained that another model at the same …

Hello, I am travelling with my 3 children from the 17th - 31st of December. We would like to stay in the vicinity of Perigean Springs/Beach until the 23rd of December. After that we would like to …

Hello, I'm looking at getting a new car but I'm undecided about salary sacrifice or a loan from a bank? Does salary sacrificing a car live up to all the hype? Or am I better off just …

Hello, I currently work as a Year 3/4 Teacher. Initially I felt overwhelmed and then I discovered resource websites and all that. What I haven't been able to fix so far is how much work I do …

Hello, I'm after tips to try manage things better in my home. I am a sole parent due to divorcing last year. I have 3 children and 1 child has special needs. I am approaching the end of my …

Apologies if I've posted this in the wrong forum. My 6-year-old son was recently diagnosed with Autism. I am still awaiting the psychology report so I don't know exactly where he is on …

Hello, I am studying an education degree and have an opportunity to undertake part of my practical placement overseas. In order to be considered for the opportunity, I have been asked to write and …

Hi, I haven't been to Bali before and would like some advice, please. A friend was joining me but this has now changed. We were going to stay in Kuta. I need a safe place to stay there or in …

Hi, On my return to Australia, I have a layover in Dubai from 23:30 to 10:45am. Had my layover been during the day I would have explored the Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa. Besides having a nice long …

Hi, I'm looking for travel insurance for an urgent trip to South Africa leaving Australia on Wednesday. I've been looking online and honestly it is confusing! Who do you recommend? …

Hi Ozbargainers, I would like to buy this watch for a Christmas present http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/262690823962. I was just wondering if anyone had seen it cheaper or maybe you know how or where to …

Hello, I'm looking for a good quality study desk and chair for my teenage daughter. Her bedroom is mostly white so this colour is preferred although other colours that might match would be …

Hi, I'm looking for accommodation suitable for a family (could be a self-catering apartment, resort or hotel maybe with breakfast included) from Monday, 13th - 19th of February. Really just …

My daughter recently turned 13 and she received a mobile phone for her birthday. What is the best option for her to stay connected? Pay as you go? Fixed mobile contract? or a month to month? I …

Hi, My daughter is 13 and her skin goes through bouts of being dry. I have bought her supermarket products like Simple or Johnson and Johnson and I'm not sure either any good for her skin. …

Our property settlement of last week didn't work out for many reasons. My ex-husband has refused to release a portion of his superannuation to mine. His argument is that due to property prices …

Hello, I am just after some advice. I currently study full time, have a young family to look after and work 5 afternoons per week. I like my afternoon job and would like to know the best way to go …

Hi, I am currently doing my practicum and would just like to ask for advice and tips from experienced teachers. For example, what year do you teach? What routines work in your class? Do you have a …

Hi everyone, I would like to buy a swing set for my boys to use. However, I have found two but can't decide which one is better? Target and KMart where I live do not have display models of …

I noticed an unauthorised transaction on my online banking over the weekend from my real estate agent. This is odd because the agent has confirmed that they do not have any direct debits set up for …

Hi, I'm looking for a smart watch that is waterproof and is trackable via an app of some sort on my iPhone. I've had a look on Google and there are 100's! Any suggestions would be …

Hi Everyone, As the title says but for 4 people. Has anyone got one? Where is a good one and how much should I be looking at spending for it? Thanks as always for the help.

Hi, I'm after some advice from anyone who has switched degrees after being more than half way through. I am studying a Bachelor of Education (Primary) and have 12 units left before I would …

Hi, I was wondering if there are any university students who have assignments or essays in particular checked by a third party before submission? Looking on Google there is a lot of people that …

If you are a sole parent (mother or father) how do you cope? I recently divorced my husband and we have 3 children. I work part time, study full time and care for our children full time until we …

Hi, I'm thinking of switching from Estee Lauder to the Bodyshop Skincare Range. Although, Estee Lauder works for me it very expensive. Having said that surely more expensive doesn't …

Hi, Does anyone subscribe to an online beauty box club? There is so many and I'm thinking about giving it ago. Do you have any suggestions? Are there any I should avoid? Thanks :).

Hi, I'm interested to find out how many people on here enter the lottery? How often do you enter the draws? Which lottery game is the best and why? How much do you spend? How much have you won? …

Please help. I have discovered a HUGE wasps nest on my veranda wall. It is wedged between the air conditioner unit and the all. I have tried to destroy it with a broom and water from the hose but …