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Angus Kidman

Angus Kidman

Editor-at-large

Angus Kidman is Finder’s International Editor-at-large and an award-winning journalist with over 30 years of experience reporting on technology, travel, finance and more. His extensive career includes roles as the editor of Lifehacker Australia and Australian Personal Computer.

Angus is recognised as one of Australia’s foremost technology and finance commentators, regularly appearing on TV shows like Sunrise, The Project, Today and Seven News and has written for leading publications including The Sydney Morning Herald, Gizmodo, The Australian, the AFR, Kotaku, Escape, ZDNet and Business Insider.

A two-time winner of the IT Journalism Awards for Best Consumer Technology Writer (in 2010 and 2012), as well as Best Columnist at the same awards in 2014, Best Reviewer at the same awards in 2020, and a finalist for Editor of the Year at the 2017 Mumbrella Publish Awards, Angus continues to be a leading voice in Australian media. He is also a dedicated points hacker, regularly sharing his expert tips on maximising travel rewards to help consumers get the most value out of their everyday spending.

If you’re interested in a media interview with Angus, please reach out to our PR team at aupr@finder.com.

Expertise

  • Frequent flyer
  • Travel
  • Technology
  • Broadband

Experience

  • Technology commentator for ABC Radio National since 2013
  • Annual Finder Innovation Awards judge for tech innovation and travel categories
  • Mumbrella Publish awards judge

Education

  • Bachelor of Arts (Honours/First Class): Linguistics | University of New England | 1990-1993

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Latest articles by Angus Kidman

206 articles written by this author

Qantas double Status Credits or double Points? My expert pick

Get more from your frequent flyer points by using this offer the smart way.

Angus Kidman 12 March 2025
Qantas double Status Credits or double Points? My expert pick

Hej! You can earn Qantas points at IKEA this week – here’s the easy way how

You can easily earn up to 10,000 points – here's how.

Angus Kidman 12 March 2025
Hej! You can earn Qantas points at IKEA this week – here’s the easy way how

Qantas Points iPhone deal: Get an easy 20,000 points

This supermarket gift card hack can earn you points while you buy a new phone.

Angus Kidman 5 March 2025
Qantas Points iPhone deal: Get an easy 20,000 points

ALDI: Is it worth paying a surcharge to earn frequent flyer points?

Free flights or cheaper groceries? We've crunched the numbers.

Angus Kidman 4 March 2025
ALDI: Is it worth paying a surcharge to earn frequent flyer points?

Insane Woolworths trick: Would YOU do this to make money?

Get more points with this tricky hack - but make sure you choose the right card.

Angus Kidman 25 February 2025
Insane Woolworths trick: Would YOU do this to make money?

Qantas sale: As an expert, why I WON’T be spending my points

There are a million seats on sale, but I won't be using my points that way.

Angus Kidman 24 February 2025
Qantas sale: As an expert, why I WON’T be spending my points

Coles iPhone Velocity points hack: Score a free Virgin flight

You could easily score up to 25,000 bonus Velocity Points.

Angus Kidman 5 February 2025
Coles iPhone Velocity points hack: Score a free Virgin flight

Qantas Frequent Flyer changes: How much are your points worth now?

Our expert analysis shows what's really changing.

Angus Kidman 23 January 2025
Qantas Frequent Flyer changes: How much are your points worth now?

Why I’d suggest half-price Woolworths Everyday Extra for everyone

This discount is absolutely worth it if you regularly shop at Woolies.

Angus Kidman 6 November 2024
Why I’d suggest half-price Woolworths Everyday Extra for everyone

Points hack: Earn Velocity Points at IKEA

You can earn up to 20,000 Velocity Points – here's how.

Angus Kidman 6 November 2024
Points hack: Earn Velocity Points at IKEA
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