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Commonwealth Bank

CommBank Changing Their Terms and Conditions for Credit Cards No Longer Sold

I am surprised, I received a notification that my Low Fee Gold Credit Card from CBA will change from 25th August 2023. They stopped offering this card, but I was not expecting them to change the …

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expired [MasterCard] 7%/10% off Flights Departing from Selected Countries (Excludes Taxes, Fees & Surcharges) @ Qatar Airways

MASTERCARD

Was trying my best to book my flight using at least one coupon when I found this page: https://www.qatarairways.com/en-au/offers/cug/mastercard-off… 10% discount on base fare amount in Business …

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expired Oral-B IO Ultimate Clean Brush Heads Black 2 Counts $19 ($17.10 S&S) + Delivery ($0 with Prime/ $39 Spend) @ Amazon AU

Great price, usually sold between $24 and $34. Cheapest ever according to CamelCamelCamel. White version also available at $19 (just the white one, not the Gentle Care one) I am not a Prime member …

American Express

What Is The Point of Getting an AmEx Card?

I always though American Express was a big U.S. company so I don't understand why people here in Australia recommend to get an AMEX. Can someone guide me through the benefit? Is it only for …

Bank That Would Accept to Cash out a US Cheque in USD?

CommBank no longer accepts foreign cheques, do you know a bank that would accept it, without too much fees ? it is a $400 USD cheque. Thank you

nbn FTTN: Any Cheap/Old Modem Would Work? I Got a Nest Wi-Fi for Coverage and Only Need a Modem

I purchased a TP-Link modem/router AC1200 (Archer VR300) for my Superloop FTTN connection. (My line only can do 75Mb/27Mb so I don't need the fastest devices). But yesterday I bought a used …

Superloop

Anyone Successfully Tried Superloop "SpeedBoost" Feature?

Should be available for all customer post 6th Feb 2023. (depend on your current speed and nbn type as well). I tried to activate it, but could not see any (visible) change. I restart my router as …

Superloop

Has Superloop Merged with Exetel?

Anyone else tried to join the new Superloop (post 6th February)? I think they have huge issue with their new backend, and support. Nothing make even sense. I ordered a Modem from the webpage, the …

Superloop

Superloop New Look And Speed Boost Feature Now Available

Superloop just got a fresh design and logo and changed their offering a little bit (in addition to the ongoing sale) They now have Speed Boost and they offer the Eero 6+ for FTTP, FTTC or HFC …

poll Buying a Second Hand TV, Still in Warranty, and It Breaks, Where Does The Refund Go?

I'm curious of what you would think if such a situation occurred: Example: I'm buying a second hand TV for $500 on FB marketplace. The TV is still under 3 months warranty, and it cost …

nbn Address Listed for The Wrong Floor, Does It Matter or It Won't Work?

I'll soon move to a new apartment (the place is not new) and I was checking on superloop or aussie bb websites whether this address was eligible for NBN. It recognize my address but it says my …

Superloop

Superloop nbn 50/20 Plan, Which Router? Can I Use My GL.inet Beryl GL-MT1300 ?

Moving to an apartment and will probably go with Superloop (I had a good experience a few years ago). Do I need to buy a new router, or can I use my GL.iNet Beryl travel router? (I'm currently …

New Passport on The Way, Can I Still Book a Virgin Flight with Old Passport (Still Valid for 6mo) and Update Once I Get New One?

I just called Virgin Australia but they were not super helpful, telling that it is better to wait to receive the new passport before booking. I understand that I will loose my flight is passport is …

Best Cruise company for family With Kids (2 and 4 years old)

We would like to go on a cruise (New Zealand or Fiji / Vanuatu / NC) next december/january and are gathering information now. Which cruise line would you recommend for small children? Carnival …

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out of stock WaterWipes Baby Wipes, 240 Wipes (4 X 60 Wipes) $20 (Was $25.99) + Delivery ($0 Prime/ $39 Spend) @ WaterWipes via Amazon AU

We only use those wipes for our kids and I know they have not been on sale for a while. So, here you go $5 a pack (they are $8 at Coles and Woolies) That's only the 4 x 60 version (I usually …

Commonwealth Bank

Terms Unclear Regarding Credit Card Rental Vehicle Insurance

Morning, I'm about to apply for a credit card that includes a Travel Insurance. This will be super useful for our vehicle rental. EDIT: CommBank Low Fee Gold - PDS: …

$50K - Saving Vs High Interest Saving Vs Term Deposit ?

Hello again fellow community, I have $50,000 on a CommBank everyday account and I would like to do the right thing and put this money (that I don't need now) on a safe place. If I don't …

Best place to open an account for children and save money until they are adults?

I have two small kids and was looking for a way to put money for them. Either recurring every month and/or when grandparents sends money from time to time. What do you guys do? Ideally something …