CHELSEA SPRESSER

Chelsea Spresser

Journalist & Communications Professional

Chelsea Spresser has been a journalist for more than 25 years. She started her career with News Corp Australia where she held a number of positions as a reporter and rounds editor at Sydney’s The Daily Telegraph. She also spent several years working in magazines including New Idea where she was Beauty and Lifestyle Editor; and in the digital space including a period as Managing Editor at beautydirectory.com.au. 

Since 2010, Chelsea has worked as a freelance journalist for brands including Body & Soul, Kidspot, Cosmopolitan, Johnson & Johnson, Youi, Queensland Government, QSuper (now Australian Retirement Trust), and RSL Queensland. She lives on the Gold Coast with her husband and Pomeranian Archie.

Cheapest cars to insure
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What Are Some of the Cheapest Cars to Insure?

We look at some of the cheapest cars to insure and some of the factors that can make a car cheaper to insure.
Chelsea Spresser, August 29, 2025
Comprehensive car insurance
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What Is Comprehensive Car Insurance?

When you’re researching or buying car insurance, understanding exactly what each level of coverage includes can be helpful in leading you to a more suitable fit.
Chelsea Spresser, August 26, 2025
Speeding fines in Australia
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Speeding Fines in Australia: A State-by-State Guide

Navigate speeding fines in Australia with our comprehensive state-by-state guide. We’ll help you understand offences, penalties and demerit points.
Chelsea Spresser, August 08, 2025
Electric car insurance
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Everything You Need to Know About Electric Car Insurance

When it comes to buying a new car, more and more Australians are choosing to go electric.
Chelsea Spresser, August 08, 2025
A couple laying on the floor, preparing for their house extension on a laptop
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What to Do Before Starting Your House Extension

With Australians facing the most unaffordable housing market on record, extending or renovating an existing property may be the way to go if you’re keen to maximise your living space and create your dream home.
Chelsea Spresser, August 06, 2025
Two women cooking in their new kitchen after a kitchen renovation
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Thinking about a kitchen renovation? Here’s what to consider first

Whether you’re whipping up a midweek meal or hosting a dinner party, it can feel like life centres around the kitchen – the “heart of the home”.
Chelsea Spresser, July 29, 2025
Learner Driver
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Teaching a Learner Driver: Here’s How to Prepare

Learning to drive is a rite of passage no matter what stage of life you’re in.
Chelsea Spresser, July 25, 2025
Pink slip
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Your Guide to the New South Wales Pink Slip

​​If you live in New South Wales and drive a car that’s more than five years old, you’ll most likely need a Pink Slip before you can renew your registration.
Chelsea Spresser, July 10, 2025
NSW Green Slip
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The NSW Green Slip: What You Need to Know

A Green Slip is a requirement for registering your car in New South Wales and has crucial benefits for drivers and the public.
Chelsea Spresser, July 10, 2025
A woman using her laptop to look up how much stamp duty is for first home buyers
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How Much Is Stamp Duty for First Home Buyers?

You’ve finally found the perfect home, crunched the numbers and lined up your mortgage – but have you factored in stamp duty?
Chelsea Spresser, July 03, 2025
Double demerits NSW
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Double Demerits NSW Dates to Mark in Your Calendar

In this article, we list some of the double demerits NSW dates, as well as information about offences that can attract double demerits and how demerit points may affect your car insurance.
Chelsea Spresser, June 04, 2025
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?

If you live in a property managed by a body corporate, such as an apartment or a townhouse, you may be unsure how insurance works.
Chelsea Spresser, June 03, 2025