Money Saving Tips

Lyn - Crows Nest, NSW
Environmental

Wash in cold rather than hot water, it drops the cost per load. Use a gentle detergent and water the garden with the grey water.

Adrian - Ringwood, VIC
Home

Use a VoIP service to make your long distance international calls.

Adrian - Ringwood, VIC
Motoring & Sport

Make sure your tyre pressure is correct. Your fuel bills could be higher if your wheels are making too much contact with the ground.

Clare - Warrnambool , VIC
Lifestyle & Shopping

Buy generic brand basics (pasta, tinned tomatoes, bread etc). The prices are generally lower and the quality is usually very good.

Simone - Paddington, NSW
Food & Drink

Do your supermarket shopping online. You’ll see your total price as you add each item to the cart, so it’s easier to stick to your budget.

Bruce - Crows Nest, NSW
Food & Drink

Bring a reusable cup to the coffee shop. Many cafes will discount $1, which could add up to savings of over $260 a year.

Lauren - Forest Lodge, NSW
Food & Drink

Get a group of friends together and hit the wholesale wine auctions. You could save $15- $30 per bottle.

Dorothy - Revesby, NSW
Holidays

When travelling, book into 3 star hotels rather than 4/5 stars. You generally only sleep there, and the money you save can be used for tours etc.

Vanda - Hornsby, NSW
Holidays

Sometimes booking accommodation over the internet at the last minute can save you quite a bit.

Michael - Wishart, QLD
Food & Drink

Try not to drink alcohol for a month and put away the same money you would spend on a night out. At the end of the month, see how much you have saved.