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If you're one of the thousands dealing with the aftermath of this week's wild weather, the clean-up phase can be a massive job. With the NSW State Emergency Service (SES) responding to over 4,000 incidents, from flooded homes on the South Coast to widespread wind damage across Sydney, your home insurance plays a key role as you pick up the pieces.

As winter sets in, Australians are embracing the opportunity to travel abroad, seeking warmer climates or snowy adventures. The Australian Bureau of Statistics’ (ABS) latest overseas arrivals and departures data revealed that Aussies took more than one million short-term trips in April 2025 – up 8.3% compared to the same period the previous year.

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If you find yourself behind the wheel more than you get to spend relaxing at home, you probably have a good sense of what matters most on the road: a dependable and safe car, regular upkeep like oil changes and tyre rotations, and knowing the best routes to take.

If you’ve been to the vet lately, you might’ve noticed your bill creeping higher and higher. With the cost of vet visits rising thanks to inflation, vet shortages^, and pricey new treatments, pet owners are feeling the pinch. The big question: should you get pet insurance to help cover the cost?