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Pop up code of practice extended through the next decade
Australian Consumer and Competition Commission approves the extension of the code of coduct for another 10 years.
Woolworths’ distribution bid “opportunistic”: Ombudsman
The Ombudsman has written to the ACCC to urge the regulator to block the acquisition on the grounds that it could be dis...
Kogan misled customers with tax-time promotion: ACCC
Online marketplace will be fined for jacking prices up and then offering discounts to customers.
Competition watchdog to investigate concerns over Woolworths’ B2B plans
Australia’s competition watchdog, the ACCC, said it will investigate concerns raised about Woolworths’ plans to expand i...
ACCC wants supermarkets to continue working together
The nation’s biggest supermarkets set to continue working together to overcome challenges associated with Covid-19.
Music licensor must come clean on fees: ACCC
The consumer watchdog will allow APRA to continue acting as a middle-player between businesses and artists.
ACCC rules retailers can collectively bargain for rent relief
ACCC grants NRA and ARA members the ability to share information for rent negotiations.
Consumer watchdog releases new consumer data rights policy
Data holders could be penalised if they violate the recently introduced consumer data rights policy.
Flight Centre caves on cancellation fees after ACCC pressure
The business also looks to sell off head office to build cash reserves.
ACCC says it needs more time to consider Bunnings acquisition
Hardware chain's acquisition of Adelaide Tools faces further delays.
Oscar Wylee going to federal court over charity claims
Retailer to defend itself in court over allegedly misleading customers.
ACCC approves collective bargaining for retail energy prices
LFRA CEO hoping for renewable sector to step up during tender process.
Flight Centre pays $252,000 for misleading promotions
Travel group pays fine after 35,000 customers took part in unclear promotions.
Product safety crackdown floated as ACCC reveals millions of recalled products are floating around
ACCC fears over 3 million unsafe products are still in Australian homes.
ACCC proposes joint tendering for retail energy prices
Proposal would allow LFRA members to seek more competitive energy offers.
Costs hidden from potential franchisees
Would-be food franchisees are not being given the full picture before they buy into a business: ACCC.
ACCC won’t oppose Wesfarmers, Catch tie-up
Watchdog finds the proposed acquisition unlikely to lessen competition.
Consumer watchdog calls for new measures to combat Facebook and Google’s digital dominance
The ACCC's 600-page report makes 23 recommendations for a more even playing field.
Court sides with Woolworths in compostability case
Supermarket was taken to court by the ACCC over sustainability claims.
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