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12 October 2026
What to Do with Your Old Devices (Before They Pile Up in a Drawer)
Somewhere in most homes there is a drawer containing three old phones, a tablet with a cracked screen, and a laptop that has not…
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7 September 2026
Digital Scams Targeting QLD Health & Medicare
Fake Medicare and QLD Health text messages are circulating in Queensland. How the phishing scam works and how to protect yourself.
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17 August 2026
The Truth About Refurbished Computers: Bargain or Gamble?
“Refurbished” is one of those words that means very different things depending on who is selling. Done properly, a refurbished computer is one of…
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3 August 2026
Setting Up a Safe Computer or Tablet for the Grandkids
The grandkids are visiting more often, or they have their first device, and someone needs to make sure it is safe without wrapping them…
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8 June 2026
EOFY Tech for Small Business: What to Buy, Claim, and Sort Before June 30
End of financial year is when every small business owner in Australia suddenly remembers their tax return exists. If you have been putting off…
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1 June 2026
Beating the Bridge Traffic with Your Phone
Your phone can see Bribie Island Bridge traffic before you leave the driveway. The apps that make it happen.
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6 April 2026
The “Salt Air” Silent Killer
Living near the water is great, but salt air corrodes the circuits inside your computer. How to protect your gear.
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30 March 2026
Storm Season on the Coast: Protecting Your Tech from Power Surges
Every summer and autumn, storm season rolls across Moreton Bay, the lights flicker, and a few days later we get the calls: “The computer…
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9 March 2026
Better Living Through “Local” Facebook Groups
Local community Facebook groups are brilliant, but they're also a target for scams. How to spot the 'injured dog' trick.
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19 January 2026
What Actually Happens When You Drop Your Computer Off for Repair
You hand over your laptop at the counter, get a ticket, and drive home wondering what is actually going on back there. Is someone…
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