Money Detective
Updated October 2026

50+ ways to keep more of the money you already earn

The Money Back Guide is a 35-page Australian PDF covering cashback, loyalty points, fuel, groceries, rebates, bills, tax and unclaimed money. Every method is explained step by step, so you can start with the easy ones tonight.

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Written by Alex, who tests every method with her own money.
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Updated October 2026Australia-specific35 pages, 11 chaptersInstant PDF, works on your phone
Sound familiar?

Most of us leave money on the table every week

You pay full price out of habit

Cashback, points and card offers exist for purchases you already make. Most people never switch them on.

Rebates go unclaimed

Government support, unclaimed money and tax offsets only help if you know they exist and how to apply.

Advice online is vague or American

"Use coupons" does not help at Woolworths, Coles or Ampol. This guide is built around how Australian shopping actually works.

What's inside

11 chapters, one clear plan

1

Cashback Apps

Free money on stuff you're already buying

2

Supermarket Loyalty

Stacking points like a professional

3

Fuel Savings

Stop overpaying every time you fill up

4

Grocery Hacks

Slash your weekly shop without living on rice and beans

5

Dining & Takeaway

Because telling people to stop eating out is useless advice

6

Government Rebates

Support that most people never claim

7

Energy Bills & Insurance

The single biggest quick win for most households

8

Browser Extensions & Passive Tools

Set it up once, save without thinking

9

Tax & Super

Money you might not know you're owed

10

Unclaimed Money

Cash the government is literally holding for you

11

The Stacking Strategy

Putting it all together

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Checklist and savings tracker

A start-here checklist, a savings totals page, links and sources

Take a look inside

Plain English, real examples, clear next steps

What's new in October 2026

Fully re-checked and rewritten

Every program, rule and rate re-checked against current sources
New chapter structure with a clear start-here order
Updated rebates, energy, tax and super sections
New savings totals page and checklist
The guide lists where each fact was checked, and tells you to confirm details with the provider before you act.

An honest look at the numbers

Most households will realistically save somewhere between $3,000 and $8,000 a year by working through the guide. If you used every method and qualified for all of them, the full potential adds up to about $10,900. These are estimates only. Your result depends on your household, your spending and what you are eligible for.

Why I wrote it

This is the cheat sheet I wish someone had handed me three years ago. I tested these methods with my own money, and as at April 2026 my own ShopBack cashback alone had paid me back $1,249. That is my personal result, not a promise. Everything in the guide is written so you can follow it without a finance background.

Tools that go with the guide

Try the tools alongside the guide

The Bill Comparer and Subscription Audit are free. The guide links to these tools in the energy, insurance and subscriptions sections.

Get the guide

One small purchase, a lot of ideas to act on

The Money Back Guide

$6.95
AUD, one-off payment
  • 35-page PDF, October 2026 edition
  • 50+ methods across 11 chapters
  • Start-here checklist and savings tracker page
  • Instant download, read on phone, tablet or computer
Some links inside the guide are referral links, usually with a bonus for you and a small credit for me, at no cost to you. See the affiliate disclosure.
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Questions

Frequently asked questions

What format is it?

A PDF you download straight after purchase. It works on any phone, tablet or computer, and the links are tappable.

How current is it?

This is the October 2026 edition. Programs, rates and rules change, so the guide shows where each fact was checked and reminds you to confirm details before acting.

Do I need to pay for any apps or services?

The methods are free to use, with two optional paid tiers of about $7 a month where the guide says so. You choose whether they are worth it for you.

Are there referral links?

Yes, the ShopBack and TopCashback sign-up links. Usually both of us get a bonus (for example $20 each), and it costs you nothing. The guide says so wherever it applies. Everything else in the guide, including my own tools, is not a paid link. I only include platforms I have used or properly vetted.

Is this financial advice?

No. It is general information only, and savings figures are estimates. Check eligibility and current details before you decide.

What if it isn't for me?

See the refund policy for how refunds work on digital products.

Start with one method tonight

Pick the easiest chapter, switch on one thing, and see how it feels. The guide shows you exactly where to begin.

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