Author: Trudie McConnochie

With many Australian households under financial pressure, you might be wondering whether you should ditch your health insurance to save money. Before you take that step, there’s an option you may not have considered: taking a break from your health insurance. It’s a little-known fact that health insurers allow you to hit pause on your policy,...

Whether you’re reading this because the cost of health insurance in Australia has gone up or you just want general advice to save money on health insurance, we’re here to help. We’ve compiled a list of 5 common health insurance mistakes made by Australians…Mistake #1 – setting and forgetting  Many Aussies take out a health insurance...

Have you been notified by your health insurer about a premium price rise? The timing is not convenient given we’re in a cost of living crisis, but unfortunately health insurance is one of those expenses that’s likely to change every year, despite what’s happening with the economy.  In this article, we explain why health insurance costs...

Whether you want to change health insurance policies due to a price rise, a change in your circumstances or simply because you want a better deal, you’re in the right place. The world of health insurance can seem confusing, but at healthslips.com.au we’ve made it really simple for you to compare health insurance in Australia...

If your household is under financial pressure, you’re not alone. Amid the rising cost of living, many of us are looking for ways to cut spending, including reducing health insurance costs.  Of course, one of the best ways to reduce the cost of your health insurance premiums is to look for a cheaper policy – and...

Sorry to be the bearers of bad news, but from 1 April 2025 onwards, you’ll be paying more for health insurance. At a time when many households are under financial pressure, this development is probably not welcome. The good news is, there are some cost-saving options available to you.  Let’s look more closely at the health...

For one in six Aussie couples who have trouble conceiving, the road to parenthood can be full of stress and heartbreak. Making matters worse, fertility treatments can be eye-wateringly expensive, putting many couples under financial stress. It’s little wonder many start to consider health insurance that covers fertility treatment.While the cost of fertility treatment varies wildly...

How much time do you spend thinking about your health insurance? If you’re like most Australians, the answer is probably: not a lot. Health insurance tends to be something we purchase then mostly forget about, until we need to use it. But considering how much of your income goes on health insurance, it’s a good...