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 a variety of leading brands and organisations, including mental health, insurance, conservation, property and wellbeing. Karen 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. She now writes regularly for Youi on insurance issues that impact everyday Australian lives.

Written by Karen Fittall

How much is motorbike insurance
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How Much Does Motorcycle Insurance Cost?

Key Takeaways   Whether it’s the sense of freedom on the road, how much easier it can be to find parking, or simply the joy of travelling on two wheels rather than four, motorcycles offer benefits that appeal to a wide range of riders.
Karen Fittall, April 02, 2026
What is excess in car insurance
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What Is Excess in Car Insurance and When Do You Need to Pay It?

Key Takeaways   When it’s time to sort out your car insurance, answering the questions required to start a quote is relatively straightforward: What type of car do you own?
Karen Fittall, March 31, 2026
How windscreen insurance works
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Is Windscreen Insurance Included in Car Insurance?

Key Takeaways   Sometimes it starts with a sharp ping – a stone hits your windscreen as you’re following a truck down the freeway.
Karen Fittall, March 20, 2026
Compare car insurance WA
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Car Insurance in WA: Compare Options to Suit Your Needs

Key Takeaways   Driving in Western Australia is unlike anywhere else in the country.
Karen Fittall, March 18, 2026
Insurance broker for car insurance
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Insurance Broker for Car Insurance vs Online Quotes: What’s the Difference?

Key Takeaways   Whether your​ ​ car insurance renewal has just landed in your inbox, or you’re sorting out ​ ​cover for the first time, there’s a decision to make: Do you simply hit renew or buy the first policy you find and move on?
Karen Fittall, March 11, 2026
Car hire or rental car insurance
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Hire and Rental Car Insurance: How It Works

Key Takeaways     You might have booked a hire car weeks ago, but finalising the paperwork when you rock up to collect the keys can catch you off guard.
Karen Fittall, March 09, 2026
Cheap car insurance for young drivers
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Reducing Car Insurance Costs as a Young Driver

Key Takeaways   Getting your driver’s licence is one of life’s milestones – freedom to drive yourself to work, head to the beach with friends or take a road trip without having to stick to someone else’s itinerary.
Karen Fittall, March 06, 2026
Is comprehensive car insurance worth it?
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Is Comprehensive Car Insurance Worth It?

Discover what comprehensive car insurance covers, real-life scenarios and the costs involved to help you decide, is comprehensive car insurance worth it?
Karen Fittall, March 05, 2026
Injured in a car accident
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Injured in a Car Accident in Australia? What to Do and How to Make a Claim

Car accidents can happen in a split second – a car ​ ​runs a red light, someone fails to give way, or a driver doesn’t see you in their blind spot.
Karen Fittall, February 04, 2026
Car crashes
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Common Types of Car Crashes and How to Prevent Them

Car crashes happen every day on roads all over Australia and while some accidents are minor bingles, others are much more serious.
Karen Fittall, January 30, 2026
At fault car accident insurance claim Australia
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How to Handle an At-Fault Car Accident Insurance Claim in Australia

Even the most experienced and careful drivers can make mistakes.
Karen Fittall, January 07, 2026
How to claim car insurance when not at fault
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How To Claim Car Insurance When Not At Fault

No matter how safely you drive, you can’t control what other people do behind the wheel.
Karen Fittall, January 02, 2026