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
505 articles written by this author
Energy
Electricity prices are set to drop in three states — what this means for you
Prices could fall by more than 10% for households and small businesses.
Mobile Phone Plans
From cheap SIM-only plans starting at $10 a month to unlimited data options and plans with extra perks, we’ve got you covered.
Mobile phone reviews
Apple launches AirPods Max 2 (finally!) – Australian price and what’s new
It's priced at $999.
Energy
Electricity prices in Victoria set to drop just in time for winter — here’s how
The catch is things could still change before a final decision in May.
Mobile Phone Plans
Is Telstra’s mobile coverage shrinking? Here’s what’s really happening
A new proposal could strip Telstra of a million square kilometres of claimed mobile coverage.
Energy
Will Australian energy bills rise as the Middle East conflict continues?
Energy bills surged more than 40% as a result of Russia's invasion of Ukraine back in 2022.
Mobile Phone Plans
Apple iPhone 17e launches with changes you’ll love, for the same price
Prices start at $999.
Mobile Phone Plans
Best Samsung Galaxy S26 pre-order deals: $700 off + trade-in bonus
The pre-order period is the best time to snag a deal on the Galaxy S26 series.
Mobile Phone Plans
Samsung Galaxy S26 series: Tempting upgrades, but price hikes in Australia bite
The star of the show is the S26 Ultra.