Mozo debit card news and advice

Times are hard but women won't skimp on hair cuts

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:00:00 GMT

Many Aussies have tried to reduce their spending in these austere times, but it seems that women are still willing to flash their debit cards when it comes to looking good.

Aussies rein in spending, figures show

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:00:00 GMT

Aussies were extra cautious when using their debit cards in December, new figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics have shown.

Aussies head online to buy goods, study shows

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:00:00 GMT

A growing number of Aussies used their debit cards to buy goods online in the past 12 months, a new study has revealed.

Aussies become increasingly reliant on credit and debit cards

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:00:00 GMT

Aussies are becoming more reliant on their credit and debit cards in order to pay for goods, a new study has indicated.

Aussies set to use their debit cards more frequently

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:00:00 GMT

Aussies are expected to use their debit cards more frequently in February and March, according to new statistics.

US retailers target Aussie debit card holders

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:00:00 GMT

Aussie debit card holders are being increasingly targeted by US-based retailers via internet shopping sites, it has been claimed.

Debit card holders urged to 'buy Australian'

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 13:00:00 GMT

Debit card holders have been urged to "buy Australian" in order to support the country's struggling economy.

More Aussies use debit cards for online gambling, figures show

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 13:00:00 GMT

A rapidly increasing number of Aussies are using their debit cards in order to gamble online, it has been revealed.

Don't be deterred by 'no refund signs', watchdog says

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Leaders at consumer watchdog Choice have urged debit card holders not to be put off by retailers who display "no refund" signs.

Never reveal password when using debit cards online, says watchdog

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Christmas shoppers looking to use their debit cards to buy gifts online have been told to take precautions to prevent hackers and scammers from clearing out their bank accounts.

Smartphones 'will revolutionise the way debit cards are used'

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Smartphones will completely overhaul the way debit cards are used in Australia and around the world, it has been suggested.

Banks 'should offer more protection to debit card holders'

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Banks should be doing more to protect customers using their debit cards at ATM machines, it has been claimed.

Aussies 'prefer debit cards to credit cards'

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Australians are reducing the amount they spend on their credit cards and increasing expenditure using debit cards, it has been suggested.

Only 11 per cent of Aussies to increase spending this Christmas

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Aussies appear to still be cautious about how much they spend on their debit cards, as recent figures suggest that only 11 per cent of people plan to increase the amount of money they will use to purchase Christmas presents this year compared with 2010.

Retail turnover rises as Aussies spend more on debit cards

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 13:00:00 GMT

The latest Australian Bureau of Statistics Retail Trade figures have revealed that seasonally adjusted retail turnover in September was up by 0.4 per cent, suggesting that Aussies are starting to spend more on their debit cards again.

Rate cut 'would boost the retail sector ahead of Christmas'

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 13:00:00 GMT

A reduction in interest rates by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) will encourage shoppers to spend more with their credit and debit cards over the Christmas period, it has been claimed.

Household spending 'on a more sustainable path'

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Ric Battellino, deputy governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA), has stated that household spending in the country has started down a more "sustainable path", debit card customers may be interested to learn.

Aussies 'cautious about debit card spending over Christmas'

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 13:00:00 GMT

More than one-third (37 per cent) of Australians want to ensure they have more money in savings accounts before starting their Christmas shopping, new figures have revealed.

Debit card customers set to spend $10bn online

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Aussie consumers are expected to spend about $10 billion while shopping on the internet with their credit and debit cards over the coming five years.

Debit cards purchases rise while credit card use declines

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Aussies appear to be more reticent to make purchases on their credit cards than they have been in the past, new data from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) suggests.

Pre-paid debit cards 'growing in popularity'

Sun, 09 Oct 2011 13:00:00 GMT

A growing number of Australian shoppers are opting to use pre-paid travel debit cards to purchase goods on the internet, an expert has stated.

Frugal Aussies advised to avoid buying branded clothes on debit cards

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Aussies who are trying to count the pennies and save money have been advised to think about using their debit cards to purchase clothing that is not branded.

Tax forum 'unlikely to bring about total reform'

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Debit card customers hoping that the government will decide to change the tax laws in their favour during its forum at Canberra's Parliament House may be disappointed to learn that experts are not optimistic that there will be major changes.

Debit card customers spending more on pets

Sun, 02 Oct 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Aussies are increasingly willing to spend money on their debit cards to ensure their pets remain healthy and happy, new data from IBISWorld indicates.

ING Direct wins trio of gongs

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Aussies considering going online to compare debit cards may want to consider opening a bank account with ING Direct in light of the company's recent wins at the Mozo People's Choice Awards.

ANZ to make it easier to switch bank accounts

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Businesses are set to find it easier to change bank accounts to ANZ through the new OneSwitch service being launched by the firm.

Wages 'expected to rise by 50 per cent of people'

Sun, 18 Sep 2011 14:00:00 GMT

A recent study revealed that half of those polled as part of the Westpac-Melbourne Institute Consumer Sentiment survey think their base wage is likely to rise over the coming year, those with debit cards may be interested to learn.

Cash transactions drop as Aussies favour debit cards

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 14:00:00 GMT

The proportion of transactions conducted using cash declined over the last three years, falling from 70 per cent to 64 per cent, according to a recent study.

Consumer confidence rebounds 8.1 per cent

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 14:00:00 GMT

The latest consumer confidence index by the Westpac-Melbourne Institute may suggest that those with debit cards could be more likely to hit the high streets again as it rose by 8.1 per cent.

Household expenditure rises 38 per cent

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Householders with credit and debit cards are spending an average of 38 per cent more on goods and services than they did in 2003-04, according to new figures.

Parents 'still spend money on children when times are tight'

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Aussies are still willing to take funds out of their bank accounts to purchase goods and services for their children, even when they are struggling to make ends meet, an expert has asserted.

Debit cards 'most popular payment method among younger generation'

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 14:00:00 GMT

More people between the age of 18 and 34 prefer to use debit cards over any other payment method, new research indicates.

"Tick and flick" scheme to make it easier to switch bank accounts

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Treasurer Wayne Swan has asserted that the new "tick and flick" service will make it easier for Aussies to change the provider of their bank accounts and debit cards.

More bank branches means greater choice for debit card users

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Debit card users may have benefited from the greater number of bank branches open across Australia.

ABA to work on improving bank account switching service

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Individuals with debit cards may soon benefit from a more "streamlined" service enabling them to switch bank accounts, which is being worked on by the Australian Bankers' Association (ABA).

Sydney 'seventh most expensive city in the world'

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Debit card customers living in Sydney may find they get less for their dollars than people in other cities as it was recently named as the seventh most expensive metropolis in the world.

CPI figures suggest Aussies still careful with debit cards

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 14:00:00 GMT

The August Consumer Price Index (CPI) data suggests that Aussies are still reticent to break out their debit cards and go on spending sprees.

Minister calls for consumer protection over debit cards charges

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 14:00:00 GMT

An Australian minister has called for an intervention over changes to the fees charged to merchants for payments via debit cards.

Retail figures suggest Aussies are unwilling to spend on debit cards

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 14:00:00 GMT

The latest retail figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) suggest that Aussies are still unwilling to use their debit cards in stores.

One-fifth of Aussies favour getting rid of cash

Sun, 31 Jul 2011 14:00:00 GMT

One-fifth of the Aussies questioned in a recent poll said they would be in favour of getting rid of cash and opting for an alternative payment method, such as a debit card.

Debit card customers to pay more for discretionary items

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 14:00:00 GMT

The latest Consumer Price Index from Westpac revealed that in the first six months of the year there was a 1.4 per cent growth in the cost of discretionary items, which may mean debit card customers will have spent more on these products than in the past.

Aussie debit card customers 'demand good customer service'

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Australian consumers are among the most difficult for retailers to please when they are trying to convince them to use their debit cards to purchase goods.

Debit card customers 'spent $9.5bn online in 2010'

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Despite widespread reports that consumers in Australia are increasingly cautious with their money, new figures indicate that in 2010 debit cards and other payment methods were used to purchase $9.5 billion worth of goods and services online.

Aussie debit card users set to spend $13bn online in 2011

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Credit and debit card users in Australia are expected to spend more than $13 billion online over the course of 2011, according to a new report.

Budget constraints forcing debit card customers to cut spending

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Debit card customers in Australia appear to be readjusting their spending habits due to financial difficulties, a new study has found.

Aussies 'should take cash out with a debit card before buying food'

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Visiting an ATM with a debit card may be a good way for those struggling not to eat unhealthy foods to deter themselves from purchasing sugary or fatty items, new research suggests.

One-fifth of Aussies plan to apply for loans, credit or debit cards

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 14:00:00 GMT

In the September quarter this year, nearly one-fifth (20 per cent) of Aussie consumers plan to apply for either a credit card, loan or debit card, new figures have shown.

CWA appeals against abolition of cheques

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 14:00:00 GMT

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has been urged not to phase out the use of cheques in light of the prevalence of alternative payment methods such as debit cards.

Aussie consumers 'to cut discretionary debit card spending'

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Nearly half of the respondents to a recent poll revealed that they plan to reduce their discretionary spending in the coming 12 months, which may mean less activity among debit card users.

One in five Aussies shop predominantly online

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 14:00:00 GMT

One-fifth of Australians do the majority of their shopping on the internet, using credit and debit cards to pay for goods, new research has revealed.

Debit card users 'set to buy more through mobile phones'

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Aussies that love to purchase goods online using their debit cards are likely to become increasingly reliant on their smartphones, a new study has found.

Women using debit cards to cut spending

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Women have been taking steps to reduce household expenditure on utilities by stocking up on items such as hot water bottles, it has been suggested.

Debit cards 'may take over completely from cheques'

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Cheques may become a thing of the past as a review is being undertaken into whether or not to dispense with this form of payment and use debit cards and other methods instead.

Retail sales poor as Aussies keep debit cards in wallets

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 14:00:00 GMT

As Aussies become more frugal when spending using their credit and debit cards, retailers are suffering from poor sales figures.

Aussies using debit cards more to buy online?

Tue, 24 May 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Shopping on the internet may enable Aussies to reduce the amount they spend on their debit cards, a recent report has shown.

Debit card users 'spent $6.8bn on gadgets in 2010'

Mon, 23 May 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Aussies spent $6.8 billion using credit and debit cards and other forms of payment to purchase electrical gadgets last year, new figures have shown.

Users of debit cards 'expect constant sales'

Thu, 19 May 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Australian consumers have become accustomed to regular sales and discounts when they hit the high street with their debit cards.

Aussies tighten up on debit cards spending

Wed, 18 May 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Australians with credit and debit cards are spending less using their plastic, recent figures reveal.

Aussie travellers 'should keep debit card receipts'

Sun, 15 May 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Australians heading overseas or to other parts of the country for the winter have been advised to be particularly vigilant with their debit cards.

Debit card customers affected by shutdown of Westpac ATM network

Thu, 05 May 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Aussies with Westpac debit cards may have been among those affected by the recent temporary shutdown of the bank's EFTPOS and ATM network earlier this week.

Fairfield 'has highest instances of internet fraud in Sydney'

Wed, 04 May 2011 14:00:00 GMT

People with debit cards in the Sydney suburb of Fairfield are more frequently the victims of online fraud than those anywhere else in the state.

Bank of Queensland launches fee-free transaction account

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 14:00:00 GMT

A new offering from the Bank of Queensland (BOQ) may tempt Aussies to go online to compare debit cards.

Retailers 'are discounting heavily'

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Aussies may be more tempted to make purchases with their debit cards as retailers have been reducing their prices in a bid to keep consumers spending.

Spending 'is starting to pick up'

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Aussies are becoming less hesitant to pick up their debit cards and start spending, new figures indicate.

Aussies 'expected to spend less'

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 14:00:00 GMT

A survey conducted by Dun and Bradstreet suggests that consumers are likely to reign in spending in the near future.

Debit cards 'growing in popularity'

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Financially savvy Australians are starting to use their debit cards more than credit cards in a bid to minimise their expenses, it has been suggested.

Aussies 'spend $53m a month withdrawing cash'

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Australians are paying as much as $53 million each month simply to withdraw cash using their debit cards, recent figures suggest.

Aussies 'are starting to spend more'

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 13:00:00 GMT

There are definite signs that Aussies are using their debit cards and spending money again, recent figures suggest.

Aussies 'increasing use of debit cards'

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Debit cards are becoming a more popular way for Aussies to pay for goods and services.

Mobile phone debit cards trialled

Sun, 13 Mar 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Aussies heading online to compare debit cards might soon be able to use their mobile phones to purchase goods rather than the ubiquitous plastic varieties.

Aussies credit and debit card users 'love eBay'

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Credit and debit card users' most popular online shopping site is eBay, according to a recent study.

Debit card glitch sees diner pay $1,380 for Hard Rock Cafe meal

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Aussies currently looking to compare debit cards online could be among those interested in news of a recent incident in Surfers Paradise.

NFC will see phones replace wallets, says expert

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Aussies looking to compare debit cards online could be among those interested in the recent comment of one technology expert.

ATMs in pubs 'capitalise on laziness'

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Consumers across Australia who are looking to compare debit cards online could be among those encouraged to avoid ATMs in pubs following the publication of a new report.

Australian economy 'outstanding' Treasury secretary Henry says

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Australia's economic performance has been 'outstanding' over the past couple of years, though much still needs to be done to ensure that this remains the case, Ken Henry has stated.

Government-backed scheme helping NT people back into work

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 13:00:00 GMT

A new government-backed employment drive in the Northern Territory is proving to be a resounding success, statistics show.

Public sector pay increases slowing down, official figures show

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 13:00:00 GMT

A significant number of public sector workers could be forced to raid their current accounts for everyday expenses as their salaries lag behind their private sector counterparts.

Australian Shoppers wary of splashing out with credit cards, David Jones reports

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Australian consumers are still keeping their credit and debit cards firmly in their wallets, despite the fact that the domestic economy is continuing to improve.

True cost of electricity rate rises highlighted by struggling schools

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 13:00:00 GMT

The extent to which households across Australia may be struggling to pay their utilities bills has been highlighted by the news that even the nation's schools are having a hard time paying for their power.

Fewer Australians confident about their economic prospects

Sun, 20 Feb 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Australians have the least confidence in their national economy than any other consumers in the Asia-Pacific region, new research has revealed.

Retailers suffering as Aussies keep debit cards in their wallets

Sun, 20 Feb 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Australians are holding back on using their credit and debit cards to purchase non-essential items, the latest figures from the retail sector are expected to show.

RBA chiefs says Australians getting on top of their finances

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Australian Consumers are increasingly looking to compare debit cards and keep on top of money matters such as interest rates as they look to get their personal finances straight.

National disaster insurance scheme plan runs into opposition

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Australian Households could be forced to raid their current accounts if they fail to take out comprehensive insurance should plans for a national disaster scheme fall by the wayside.

Australian parents missing out on potentially vital financial support

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Thousands of Australian parents are missing out on potentially valuable financial assistance, it has been reported.

New report calls for an end to unfair ATM charges

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Australian consumers are still being hit hard by 'unfair' ATM charges, it has been argued.

Food price rises are coming, warns Stevens

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Inflation will likely hit three per cent by the middle of the year in the wake of food price rises caused by the recent natural disasters in Queensland, Reserve Bank (RBA) governor Glenn Stevens has warned.

Aussies not tempted by 'aggressive discounting'

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Australian retailers will have to continue slashing prices if they are to encourage the country's nervous consumers to start spending big again.

Food prices set to rise again after cyclone

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Food prices look set to rise further in Australia after Cyclone Yasi battered the north-east coast.

Coles' discounting strategy 'resonates with shoppers'

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Coles is outpacing the sales growth of its grocery rival Woolworths by tempting shoppers with wide-ranging discounts, it has been suggested.

iPhone 'could become the new debit card'

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Australian consumers may soon be able to use their iPhones and iPads to make everyday payments, it has been suggested.

Grocery bills could rise as suppliers struggle

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Australian consumers could be hit with higher grocery bills as the full impact of the flood disaster is felt.

Debit card users warned about post-flood scams

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Australian credit and debit card users have been warned about a range of offline and online scams which are targeting people in the aftermath of the Queensland floods.

Consumer confidence drops following floods

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Consumer confidence has fallen dramatically this month in the wake of the flood crisis in Queensland, new research shows.

'Compare debit cards to save cash this year'

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Aussie consumers have been advised to ditch credit cards and compare debit cards in a bid to save cash this year.

Consumer spending outlook remains gloomy

Sun, 09 Jan 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Continued interest rate rises this year will further dampen consumer spending and severely hinder the retail industry, it has been claimed.

Aussie shoppers are becoming more savvy, says Kogan

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Australian shoppers are becoming much more savvy in their online shopping habits and traditional retailers are struggling to keep up.

Aussie males see Christmas spending as 'a chore'

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Australian males tend to regard purchasing Christmas gifts as "just another chore", an expert has said.

Aussie sales shoppers get refund boost

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Australian shoppers have been granted the right to claim refunds on items originally bought on sale.

Rapid uptake of 'tap-and-go' cards set to continue

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 13:00:00 GMT

The rapid uptake of tap-and-go payment cards in Australia is set to continue and could eventually overtake cash, it has been suggested.

Aussie travellers offered debit card warning

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Australians should consider their debit card use carefully when travelling abroad, it has been suggested.

Will debit card users benefit from ATM fee crackdown?

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Debit card users in a number of Australian towns could be among those to benefit from a forthcoming crackdown on high ATM fees.

Debit card holders stung by $10 ATM fee

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Consumers living in remote areas of Australia are often paying $20-$40 per fortnight in ATM fees - costs which significantly reduce the amount they can spend on food and other essential items, new research has found.

Consumer spending still sluggish across Australia

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Spending across Australia remained slow last month, suggesting consumer activity has flattened out across the economy, new research has found.

Households take 'austerity measures' to cut spending

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Australian households appear conservative in their spending habits despite the relative strength of the country's economy, a leading retailer has said.

ATM fee ban would be wrong, says CBA

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 13:00:00 GMT

The Commonwealth Bank (CBA) has warned that a proposed ban on ATM fees would take Australia down a "slippery slope" and result in a policy akin to those seen in the Soviet Union.

Retailers criticised for 'misleading' refund policies

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Some Aussie shoppers are struggling to get refunds on faulty products because of "misleading" retailer policies, it has been revealed.

Living cost data shows a mixed bag for consumers

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 13:00:00 GMT

The latest Consumer Price Index of everyday living costs has revealed a mixed bag for Australian consumers in recent months.

Men overestimate cost of dating

Sun, 24 Oct 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Men tend to overestimate how much they have to pay on a first date, a new study suggests.

Tax on junk food 'needed to fight obesity epidemic'

Sun, 17 Oct 2010 13:00:00 GMT

The Australian government should help tackle the country's current "obesity epidemic" by bringing in a new tax on junk food, it has been argued.

GST windfall should support struggling households, says AGL Energy

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 13:00:00 GMT

AGL Energy, the country's biggest energy retailer, has called on state governments to use a yearly GST (goods and services tax) windfall of up to $550 million to provide rebates for low-income households.

Food prices 'to soar' under Murray-Darling plan

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Australian consumers could be hit with soaring food and clothing prices under plans to severely cut water allocations in the Murray-Darling Basin.

Huge savings to be made with air conditioners

Sun, 10 Oct 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Homeowners can make significant, long-term savings by choosing the right air conditioner for the summer months, it has been claimed.

Victorians see utility costs soar $900 in five years

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Typical households in Victoria are paying a massive $900 more for the basic utilities of electricity, gas and water than they were in 2005, a new study has found.

Aussie consumers find plenty to moan about

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Australian consumers are irritated by a long list of everyday issues, new research suggests.

Food prices could soar 45% in ten years

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Australian consumers face the prospect of sharp food price rises over the coming decade, experts have warned.

Shoppers can expect Christmas discount 'bonanza'

Sun, 26 Sep 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Australian shoppers can expect to reap huge discounts on the high street in the run-up to Christmas, analysts are predicting.

Young people lack 'street-smarts' when online shopping

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Young people often lack the "street-smarts" required to avoid cyber crime when purchasing online, it has been claimed.

Debtors 'shouldn't ignore the problem'

Sun, 19 Sep 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Consumers struggling with debts and loan repayments should tackle the problem head-on rather than hoping it will simply go away, it has been argued.

Shoppers 'jaded' by continuous sales

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Shopping are growing weary of the continuous sales on Australia's high streets, new research suggests.

Debit card spending is king at present

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Debit cards are becoming the preferred spending option for a growing number of Australian consumers, it has been suggested.

Buy in bulk to save money, says expert

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Australian households looking to tighten their belts should buy in bulk and carefully budget for all spending, an expert has said.

69% of Aussies hit by cyber crime

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 14:00:00 GMT

The majority of Australian adults have been affected by cyber crime at some time, new research shows.

Cheaper groceries 'just as good as big brands'

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Many store-branded groceries are just as healthy and taste just as good as the more expensive labels, a new study has found.

ANZ iPhone app offers free fund transfers

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 14:00:00 GMT

ANZ Bank has launched a new iPhone app that allows customers to transfer funds to anyone with a mobile phone free of charge.

Shoppers face supermarket price rises

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Woolworths has warned that the price of food containing wheat, sugar and dairy products is set to rise across Australia.

Coles refuses to put prices online

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Retail giant Coles has announced it will not be putting its grocery prices online.

Customers go to lengths to avoid ATM fees

Sun, 22 Aug 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Would you move house in order to be nearer to a free ATM machine?

Lonely Planet: Use debit cards to avoid overseas interest

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Australians have been advised to consider their debit and credit card options before venturing overseas.

The Reject Shop's profits boom as consumers look for bargains

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 14:00:00 GMT

The Reject Shop has seen its profits boom as the growing number of frugal Australian shoppers look for bargain deals.

Petrol stations set to turn price cycle on its head

Sun, 15 Aug 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Petrol stations are set to turn "Cheap Tuesday" into the most expensive day to buy petrol as the weekly price cycle gets turned on its head.

Compare debit cards to avoid exchange rate fluctuations

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Australian consumers can avoid losing out in currency exchanges by making use of special travel debit cards, it has been suggested.

Childcare fees could rise by $33-a-day

Sun, 08 Aug 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Some childcare providers expect to have to raise fees by as much as $33 per child per day when new federal government employment rules come into force.

Aussies spend more on store-brand groceries

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Australians are continuing to spend more of their grocery shopping on store-brand products, new research shows.

Lower shopper turnout keeps rates steady

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 14:00:00 GMT

The reluctance of Aussie shoppers to spend big on the high street was a key factor in the Reserve Bank's (RBA) decision to keep interest rates on hold yesterday (August 3rd), it has been claimed.

Debit cards 'could give way to mobile payments'

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Australian consumers may find themselves increasingly using their smartphones as payment tools over the coming years, it has been suggested.

Dole 'bludgers' are exploiting a weak system, says job agency

Sun, 25 Jul 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Long-term dole recipients who fail to seek work are not being effectively penalised, it has been claimed.

Noosa encourages shoppers by printing its own money

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Retailers in Noosa have decided to print their own money in a bid to encourage more shoppers.

Interest-free shopping 'can ease debt problems'

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Australian consumers can avoid accumulating huge debts by using interest-free retail promotions to purchase "big-ticket items", it has been suggested.

Shop workers offered bribes in Eftpos scam

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Shop workers are being offered huge bribes to help scammers steal the pin numbers and credit and debit card details of shoppers, it has been revealed.

Debit card adoption may be slowing, figures show

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 14:00:00 GMT

The noticeable shift in payments from credit cards to debit cards may have slowed in recent months, it has been observed.

Spending shrinks as families feel the pinch

Sun, 11 Jul 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Australian families are changing their spending habits because of mounting debt problems and fears about the volatile economy, it has been revealed.

Struggling families offered childcare cash option

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 14:00:00 GMT

The Gillard government has confirmed plans to give families the option of receiving childcare rebate payments fortnightly from July 1st next year in order to ease the cost of living.

Loyalty debit card scheme promotes charity giving

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 14:00:00 GMT

A new loyalty debit card scheme aimed at promoting charitable giving will be launched on the Central Coast tomorrow (July 9th), it has been revealed.

Consumers 'receptive but concerned' by mobile phone payments

Mon, 05 Jul 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Many Australians are open to the possibility of using their mobile phones as payment methods, but current awareness about how to do so is low, new research has found.

Local council rates set to soar

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Indebted households in New South Wales face another hit to their income from soaring council rates across the state.

Queensland commuters offered free Go Card credit

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Public transport users in Queensland can now apply for $10 of free Go Card credit, it has been confirmed.

Payclick service boosts online debit card security

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Visa has launched its payclick prepay system in a bid to make online shopping more secure.

Bankruptcy laws reformed to deal with rising debt

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMT

The Senate has passed new reforms to the bankruptcy laws as the federal government looks to deal with rising amounts of consumer debt.

Big sales fail to attract careful shoppers

Sun, 20 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Mid-year sales initiatives have failed to attract Aussie shoppers wary of exceeding their spending limits, new figures show.

Bank fee compensation case builds up $10m in funds

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMT

IMF Australia, the company funding a huge compensation claim for "unfair" bank exception fees, is currently putting together a $10 million war chest to fight the case, it has been revealed.

Water bills may rise after overhaul

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Water bills could rise under sweeping reforms to be proposed by Infrastructure Australia (IA), it has been revealed.

Card holders avoid $120m in ATM fees

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Debit and credit card holders have avoided more than $120 million in ATM fees by changing their withdrawal patterns over the past year, it has been revealed.

Retailers stand to net $360m in unspent vouchers

Sun, 06 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Australia's retailers stand to net about $360 million in unspent store gift cards this year, it has been revealed.

Pharmacists look to route debit card transactions via EFTPOS

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Pharmacists are being advised to save costs by urging debit card-paying customers to use the cheque or savings options rather than the credit option, it has been reported.

Australia raises minimum wage

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Australia's new independent workplace-relations tribunal has pledged to raise the country's minimum wage by 4.8 per cent from July 1st.

Retailers slash prices for mid-year sales

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Australian retailers are making massive price cuts in a bid to lure shoppers to the mid-year sales.

Aussies rein in their spending

Thu, 27 May 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Australian shoppers have been tightening their grip on their wallets in the past couple of months as the recent interest rate hikes take their toll.

Hard-up families to face power disconnections

Wed, 26 May 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Families which fail to pay their bills will lose their power connections if a new national consumer energy law is signed off by the states and territories next month.

Australia 'suffers from lack of retail competition'

Tue, 25 May 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Australians are being "gouged" when it comes to their everyday spending because of the dominance of the big two retail chains – Coles and Woolworths, it has been claimed.

Consumers warned against 'rogue' prepaid phone cards

Mon, 24 May 2010 14:00:00 GMT

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has warned people to be wary of certain "rogue" prepaid phone card operators who con customers with hidden charges.

Debit cards 'experiencing significant growth in Australia'

Thu, 20 May 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Debit cards are becoming increasingly popular among Australian shoppers as they look to control their spending, an expert has observed.

Woolworths debit card policy provokers shopper anger

Tue, 18 May 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Australian shoppers are continuing to voice their anger at Woolworths' decision to remove the credit option for customers paying by debit card.

Half a million Aussies could join bank fees class action

Wed, 12 May 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Up to 500,000 Australians could join a huge class action against local and foreign banks for the repayment of unfair fees, it has been revealed.

Mozo launches Australia's most intuitive online financial calculators

Wed, 05 May 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Financial comparison website mozo.com.au has launched a range of intuitively designed online financial calculators to help Australians with their money worries.

'FlexiPin' system could tackle card fraud

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 14:00:00 GMT

A Sydney-based web developer had designed a new system to help debit and credit card holders protect themselves from fraud.

Australians switch to debit card spending

Sun, 25 Apr 2010 14:00:00 GMT

A growing number of Australians are switching to debit cards as their preferred method of spending, new figures show.

Debit and credit card spending rose in March

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Debit and credit card holders were particularly active in March as Australian retail sales increased strongly over the month.

Greens move to ban $2 ATM fee

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 14:00:00 GMT

The Greens are planning to introduce new legislation in the federal parliament next week to ban $2 ATM fees.

Banks 'must improve fraud prevention efforts'

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Australia's banks must step up their efforts to stay ahead of sophisticated debit and credit card fraud schemes, it has been suggested.

Woolworths stops credit option on Visa debit cards

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Woolworths have removed the credit option for customers wishing to pay with Visa or MasterCard debit cards in its stores.

Australians still not willing to spend big

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Most Australian shoppers are still not willing to make expensive purchases, a new report has revealed.

Most wealthy Aussies live in Sydney

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Sydney can lay claim to seven of Australia's ten wealthiest postcodes, new figures show.

Commonwealth Bank tests new contactless payment system

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Commonwealth Bank is trialling a new contactless payment system that allows debit and credit cardholders to make a secure transaction by simply tapping their card on a merchant reader.

Supermarkets 'are becoming the new ATMs'

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT

A growing number of supermarkets are allowing shoppers to dodge ATM fees by offering in-store cash withdrawal facilities.

Aussies shun ATMs to avoid fees

Sun, 14 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT

A growing number of Australians are boycotting ATMs to avoid high fees, it has been revealed.

Young Aussies 'were unaffected by the financial meltdown'

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT

The global financial crisis did not have a huge impact on the spending habits of "Generation Y", it has been found.

Aussies spent more on TVs and sport in 2009

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Australians spent a record amount on gyms, golf courses and sports courts last year, new research shows.

Mozo launches special financial comparison service for students

Sun, 07 Mar 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Financial comparison service Mozo.com.au has launched a student focussed section of its website called the Student Room to encourage all new and current university students to shop around and compare banks to ensure they are getting the best deal for their student banking needs.

Consumers control spending with debit cards

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Growing numbers of Australians are using debit cards to control their spending, it has been claimed.

Visualise goals to help reduce debt, expert says

Sun, 17 Jan 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Credit card holders can help to reduce their personal debt by visualising future spending, an expert has said.

Debit card popularity grows as 'a safe alternative'

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 13:00:00 GMT

High credit card bills are encouraging Aussies to compare debit cards before switching to this safer alternative, an expert has said.

Shoppers prefer using debit cards and cash for Christmas buying

Sun, 20 Dec 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Shoppers are reluctant to use credit cards for Christmas shopping, preferring instead to pay with debit cards or cash, an expert has said.

Westpac wins debit card dispute

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Westpac's decision to issue 900,000 new debit cards to customers who did not ask for them has been backed by the Federal Court.

Credit and debit cards 'are a travel must'

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 13:00:00 GMT

People heading away on holiday or going abroad for Christmas should be sure to compare credit cards before they jet off.

Aussies 'should take steps to protect savings accounts from scammers'

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Aussies have been warned to be extra vigilant when it comes to protecting their personal information from scammers, who may try to access their savings accounts.

RBA: Credit card repayments outstripping transactions

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Aussies have been paying back more money on their credit cards than they have been spending, according to the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA).

Debit card withdrawal limits 'spur on criminals'

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 13:00:00 GMT

High limits on withdrawals on debit and credit card machines make Aussies a target for criminals, it has been claimed.

Aussies chose debit over credit in August

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Aussies are increasingly opting for debit cards over credit cards, according to new figures.

Australians 'switching to debit cards'

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 14:00:00 GMT

More and more Australians are opting for debit cards instead of cheap credit cards, it has been discovered.

Debit card shoppers 'gaining confidence'

Sun, 13 Sep 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Shoppers, including those with debit cards and cheap credit cards, are gaining in confidence, it has been claimed.

Credit card users 'opting for their own banks' ATMs'

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 14:00:00 GMT

People are increasingly avoiding using their credit and debit cards at rival ATMs, it has been found.

Consumers spending more, using debit cards

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Australian consumers are spending more, using debit cards among other forms of payment.

Couples still using savings accounts to get married 'despite recession'

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 14:00:00 GMT

The economic downturn has not put off Australian couples when it comes to using their savings accounts and getting married.

Australian travellers 'may not need to drain their savings accounts'

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 14:00:00 GMT

People looking to go away may not need to wipe out their savings accounts.

Aussie women 'making most of savings accounts' through online shopping

Sun, 23 Aug 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Australian women are making the most of what is in their savings accounts by using online services, it has been reported.

Debit card use increasing faster than credit cards 'due to changing attitudes'

Sun, 23 Aug 2009 14:00:00 GMT

A trend has reportedly developed which sees Australians routinely shifting from credit cards to debit cards.

Credit card spends up in June

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Australians are increasingly opting for credit cards as their primary payment option, according to new research.

Bank accounts to incur less charges for being overdrawn

Sun, 02 Aug 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Customers who hold bank accounts with Westpac and St George Bank could soon feel less financial pressure after the lenders joined National Australian Bank in taking action against fees for being overdrawn.

1 in 7 Aussies hit by credit and debit card fraud

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 14:00:00 GMT

More than 15 per cent of Australians have been caught out by credit and debit card fraud in the past five years, ACI Worldwide has claimed.

Ex-cop 'holding 40 million bank details'

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 14:00:00 GMT

A former British police officer has declared that he is in possession of the details of 40 million people's credit card, debit card, current and savings account details.

Strathfield customers fume over debit card details dumped

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Customers who shopped at an Albury, Victoria branch of Strathfield have expressed their outrage after their debit card and credit card details were found in a dumpster.

Smokes cost US$23 quadrillion in debit card mix-up

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 14:00:00 GMT

New Hampshire resident Josh Muszynski was charged a little over the odds after a trip to his local servo to pick up some cigarettes.

Hunter overhauls debit card system

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Hunter United Employee Credit Union has entered the credit card market after swapping its old debit card processing system.

Credit cards fall from favour, debit cards in vogue

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 14:00:00 GMT

The Australian love affair with credit cards seems to be on the rocks, with consumers wooed by a new, more responsible suitor.

Credit and debit cards make ground on cash

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Credit cards and debit cards are beginning to challenge cash as the preferred payment option in Australia.

Debit cards make money invisible to kids

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 14:00:00 GMT

As credit cards and debit cards become more popular, money is becoming "invisible" to many children, one personal finance expert has explained.

Debit cards help Aussies wave goodbye to debt

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Consumers are turning their back on years of crippling credit card debt and are becoming increasingly keen on debit cards as a way of keeping spending under control.

Consumers deserve a little credit

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Despite warnings of crippling credit card and home loan debts that will bring the country to its knees, the latest official figures show that Aussies are a fairly savvy bunch when it comes to managing their money.

Consumers shunning credit card debt

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Australians are starting to put down their credit cards and are turning their attention to paying off debts, new figures from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) suggest.

Nanotechnology to cut out debit card fraud

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Scientists in Germany have unveiled a new technology that has been designed to stamp out credit card and debit card fraud for good.

Commonwealth urges customers to wise up to credit card scams

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Commonwealth Bank has urged Australians to protect themselves against ID fraud after a spate of scams targeted customers by phone and SMS.

Crims publish credit card data online

Sun, 31 May 2009 14:00:00 GMT

The credit card and debit card details of thousands of Australian consumers has turned up online in a forum that can be accessed by anyone.

Tiger pounces on popularity of debit cards

Tue, 26 May 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Low-cost airliner Tiger has unveiled its new Tiger Raw tickets, which waive the standard $5 booking fee for flights booked with a Visa or Mastercard debit card.

Clued up travellers carry less cash

Tue, 26 May 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Australians are growing increasingly reliant on debit cards, credit cards and pre-payment cards overseas, a new study from Visa has shown.

Avoiding the credit card fraudsters

Mon, 25 May 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Australians worried about the implications of credit card and debit card fraud have been offered fresh advice on how to protect themselves against the fraudsters.

Aussies calling on debit cards during crunch

Mon, 25 May 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Australians are growing keen on debit cards as a way to keep tabs on their spending, the latest RBA figures show.

Commonwealth Bank gives card usage tips

Tue, 19 May 2009 14:00:00 GMT

A financial expert from the Commonwealth Bank has been on hand to give Aussies a range of tips on how to use their credit and debit cards safely.

Credit card fraud on the rise

Thu, 14 May 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Credit card and debit card rose significantly over the course of last year, the Australian Payments Clearing Association (APCA) has claimed.

Australians fear online credit card crime

Tue, 05 May 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Nearly nine million Australians fear having their credit card and debit card details stolen while surfing the web, a new poll from Unisys has found.

Identity theft tops security concerns

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 14:00:00 GMT

The need for consumers to compare credit cards and debit cards on their security criteria could be overtaking other issues such as balance transfer deals and the desire for low-rate credit cards.

Lay-bys on the rise as Aussies dodge credit cards

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 14:00:00 GMT

With credit card interest rates remaining stubbornly high, many Aussies are turning to lay-by finance to pay for big purchases.

Women put down their credit cards

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 13:00:00 GMT

New figures have revealed that women have shown themselves to be particularly keen on cutting out debt during the downturn and have been resisting the urge to go on a shopping spree.

RBA clamps down on credit card fraudsters

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Australian banks and credit card providers need to do more to make sure that customers are protected when shopping on the web, the Reserve Bank of Australia's (RBA's) Philip Lowe has claimed.

Customers in the dark after credit card leak

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Some credit card customers in Australia are yet to hear from their banks about the accidental publication of account details on the internet.

Consumers swap credit cards for cash

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 13:00:00 GMT

The latest stats from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) show that Aussies are falling out of love with the cheap credit card and are making payments with cash.

Credit card machine 'to punish drunks'

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Australians have been warned about a new ATM that is hitting pubs around the country which cranks up the withdrawal price late at night.

Banks to cash in on withdrawals

Sun, 15 Feb 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Banks are set to make a tidy profit from new rules that allow them to charge customers from rival institutions that wish to take out money from their bank account from an ATM.

MasterCard looks for new credit card tech

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 13:00:00 GMT

MasterCard is looking to extend its considerable reach in the credit card market by buying up emerging technology companies, the group's financial chief has said.

Rural credit card users 'will be hit hardest'

Sun, 08 Feb 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Credit card users living in rural areas will be hit hardest by new laws which allow ATM owners to charge a fixed fee for transactions as long as the cost is displayed.

Debit cards a popular choice in NZ

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 13:00:00 GMT

While there have been widespread reports that Australians are cutting back on credit card spending sprees, Westpac has found that people are now splurging on debit cards instead.

NAB issues ATM advice

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT

NAB has advised its bank account customers that from March 2009, any ATM charges imposed by other banks will be displayed at the time of transaction, giving them the option to accept the levy or find another machine.

Google sizes up credit card giants

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Not content with being the behemoth of the search world, Google Australia is considering stepping into the realm of credit card giants such as Visa and Mastercard to usurp them as the online payment method of choice.

Stay safe online to avoid credit card fraud misery

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Dealing with credit card fraud can be a messy and drawn out process and recent figures have shown that Australians are more likely to fall victim to the crime than ever before.

BankWest sets out cash withdrawal rules

Sun, 14 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT

BankWest has suggested getting cash back when buying items to avoid being hit by "foreign" ATM fees.

Credit and debit card scams on the up

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT

More people are being caught out by credit and debit card scams, it has been warned.

Getting ahead with debit

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 13:00:00 GMT

With many consumers looking to trim the fat from their spending habits, debit cards can help to keep tabs on outgoings by putting a cap on spending, it has been claimed.

Easy tips for safe shopping

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 14:00:00 GMT

With growing numbers feeling the sting of credit card fraud, people can help protect their details by taking simple security steps.

Aussies avoid debt with debit

Tue, 02 Sep 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Despite the dominance of credit cards in the world of plastic spending, debit cards are becoming more popular for prudent Aussies, stats have shown.

Shoppers 'should head to the shredder'

Mon, 01 Sep 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Consumers with credit cards should shred their bank statements after reading them in order to keep their cash safe from thieves.