Karen Fittall

Karen Fittall

Journalist & Editor

With more than 25 years’ experience as a journalist, Karen began her career working in-house for newspapers and magazines, before going on to edit custom publications for luxury car brands, construction companies and wellness providers.

A freelancer since 2009, Karen writes regularly for national magazines and inserts, as well as creating digital content for leading brands and organisations across varied sectors, including mental health, insurance, conservation, property and health and wellbeing.

She has also studied canine nutrition and enjoys whipping up tasty, super-healthy meals for her rescue dogs, Amber and Desmond, who live with Karen and her partner in Byron Bay’s hinterland.

Written by Karen Fittall

Seat belt fine
Articles and Guides.

What You Need to Know About Seatbelt Fines: Penalties, Points and Cameras

By now, putting a seatbelt on as soon as you get behind the wheel of a car or jump in the passenger seat is an autopilot action.
Karen Fittall, November 26, 2025
Do demerit points affect insurance
Articles and Guides.

How Do Demerit Points Affect My Car Insurance?

It stands to reason that the more demerit points you notch up, the less rosy your driving record will look.
Karen Fittall, November 14, 2025
Double demerits
Articles and Guides.

Double Demerits Explained: Key Rules to Know

Driving offences such as creeping over ​the speed limit or failing to buckle up can not only put you and others at risk on the road, they can also attract demerit points on your driver’s licence.
Karen Fittall, November 12, 2025
Double demerits WA
Articles and Guides.

Double Demerits WA: Dates to Mark in Your Calendar

Long weekend around the corner?
Karen Fittall, November 11, 2025
Speed limit restrictions
Articles and Guides.

A Guide to Speed Limit Restrictions in Australia

If you’ve ever found yourself glancing at the speedometer and wondering, “Wait… what’s the speed limit here again?
Karen Fittall, November 07, 2025
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7 Ways to Prepare Your Home for Severe Weather

Severe weather is becoming more frequent and extreme in Australia. Learn about how you can prepare your home ahead of and during storm season.
Karen Fittall, Geoff Evans, November 07, 2025
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How to Create a Severe Weather Emergency Plan

Wherever you live, it’s important to be prepared for storms and floods. Learn when to execute your severe weather emergency plan and what to prep beforehand.
Karen Fittall, Geoff Evans, November 06, 2025
School zone times
Articles and Guides.

How to Drive Safely During School Zone Times – and Around Children

School zone times – those mandated weekday periods with reduced speed limits – exist all over Australia.
Karen Fittall, November 06, 2025
A Home Safety Checklist To Keep Your Little Ones Safe
Articles and Guides.

Your Home Safety Checklist to Help Keep Kids Safe

If you have young children, you’ve likely had to rush them to hospital with an accidental injury at some stage.
Karen Fittall, October 09, 2025
A family eating pizza by candlelight during a power outage
Articles and Guides.

What to Do When You’re Hit By a Power Outage

We’ve all been there – you’re just about to put something in the oven or start streaming your favourite show, and bam!
Karen Fittall, September 30, 2025
Taking care of a classic car
Articles and Guides.

How to Maintain Your Classic Car

If you’re a car enthusiast, there’s nothing better than spotting a highly polished, lovingly maintained classic car out on the road.
Karen Fittall, September 03, 2025
A woman looking at photos on her camera, contemplating whether she needs camera insurance
Articles and Guides.

Is Camera Insurance a Must for All Photographers?

It might be a bucket-list holiday, a milestone birthday or simply your little one doing something cute – memorable moments caught on camera are like a gift to your future self.
Karen Fittall, June 11, 2025