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 and 2025 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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Latest articles by Mariam Gabaji
439 articles written by this author
Energy
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Energy
No more energy rebates in 2026: How can you save on power bills now?
No more energy bill relief in the new year.
Energy
Australia heatwave shocker: How your air con could blow your energy bill
Know what to expect so your summer energy bill doesn’t come as a shock.
Energy
We should have an answer mid-December.
Mobile phone reviews
Apple One now free with new iPhones: What is it and is it worth it?
You won’t pay anything for Apple One for the first three months.
Mobile Phone Plans
Whether you’re after a cheap SIM-only plan or something with unlimited data and extras, we’ve got you covered.
Mobile Phone Plans
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The clock's ticking on these Black Friday offers.