Mariam Gabaji is a seasoned journalist and tech expert with 13 years of experience writing about consumer-focused topics. Her work is regularly featured in top media outlets including the ABC, Yahoo Finance, 9News, The Guardian, SBS, 7News, A Current Affair and Money Magazine. A finalist for the 2024 IT Journalism Award for Best Telecommunications Journalist, Mariam holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Limkokwing University of Creative Technology.
A passionate advocate for helping Aussies save on household bills, Mariam specialises in demystifying the complex world of mobile services, electricity bills and internet costs. Her in-depth coverage includes Australia’s energy crisis, helping families navigate cost-of-living challenges, and tracking mobile and internet pricing trends to ensure consumers stay informed.
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Expertise
- Energy
- Mobile
- Broadband
- Consumer tech
Experience
- Finalist in the 2023 IT Journalism Awards for Best Telecommunications Journalist
- Contributor at Yahoo Finance
- Co-creator of Finder's Financial Fitness Challenge
- School Entrepreneur of the Year mentor in collaboration with Generation Entrepreneur 2022 & 2023
- Annual Finder Innovation Awards judge for telco, solar and energy innovation categories
- Invited contributor and thought-leader with London-based consumer and behavioural insights agency, Canvas8
- Completed a Telecoms Technology course led by Dr Tony Eyers
Education
- BA (Hons) Broadcasting & Journalism from Limkokwing University of Creative Technology in Malaysia
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343 articles written by this author
NBN price hikes are coming: How much more will you pay?
The upside to the news of NBN prices going up is that there are some seriously good internet deals out there right now.

Australia election 2025: Who has the best plan to slash your energy bills?
Which party has your vote?

amaysim’s new budget 5G plan: Should you switch? Here’s my expert take
Yay or nay?

Catch Connect is now OnePass Mobile – What it means for you
Find out if you get OnePass perks too.

This TPG broadband plan with $180 savings is worth a look – here’s why
TPG celebrates 40 years with big broadband deals and free internet giveaways.

Compare internet plans in Perth
Hunting for a better broadband deal in Perth? You can snag discounted internet plans starting from $40 a month.

Optus hikes prices again – twice in under a year. Here’s how to save
We’ve found six alternatives to help you save.

Best Google Pixel 9a plans and deals in Australia
Score a $250 discount on the Pixel 9a when you sign up to a phone repayment plan with Optus, Telstra or Vodafone.

The Google Pixel 9a is officially on sale in Australia – and I’m kind of obsessed
It's a top-tier Android phone.

Google Pixel 9a Australia: Price, release date, and a bold new look
Yay or nay on the fresh new design?
