Chelsea Spresser

Journalist & Communications Professional

Chelsea Spresser is a journalist with more than 25 years’ experience across news, magazines, and digital media. She began her career at The Daily Telegraph before moving into lifestyle publications such as New Idea and beautydirectory.com.au. Since 2010, she’s worked as a freelance writer for brands including Body+Soul, Kidspot, Johnson & Johnson, Youi and the Queensland Government. A frequent Youi contributor, Chelsea specialises in research-driven, practical guides that help readers understand a broad range of insurance topics. She lives on the Gold Coast with her husband and Pomeranian, Archie.

Written by Chelsea Spresser

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Your Guide to the New South Wales Pink Slip

Need a Pink Slip for your registration renewal in NSW? Read our guide to the NSW vehicle safety inspection process for vehicles more than five years old.

A woman sitting on her laptop in the sun, researching whether she needs home insurance if she already has body corporate insurance

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Do I Need Home Insurance if I Have Body Corporate Insurance?

Body corporate insurance covers buildings and common areas, but does it include your belongings? Find out why home insurance might be worth considering.

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Teaching a Learner Driver: Here’s How to Prepare

Before you take a new driver for their first lesson, there are a few things you might want to do. Here’s what to know about car insurance and learner drivers.

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Is Car Insurance Compulsory in Australia?

Is car insurance compulsory in Australia? Discover what’s required, what’s optional and why saving on car insurance might not be as simple as you think.

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Modified Car Insurance: What Is It and When Might I Need It?

Installing a wheelchair lift, adding a sunroof or getting some slick new paint? Here’s what to know about getting modified car insurance in Australia.

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What to Do If You Hit a Kangaroo or Other Animal While Driving

Whether you’re winding through the outskirts of suburbia or driving on an outback highway, wild animals are always nearby in Australia.

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Driving too Slowly: Is it Illegal to Drive Under the Speed Limit?

Speeding is widely accepted as one of the leading causes of fatalities on our roads – New South Wales statistics show it contributes to about 40% of all road deaths annually,1 while in Victoria speeding is a factor in at least 30% of road deaths each year.