The Commonwealth rattles a sword at the telecom industry, but will any real enforcement ensue?
23 Aug 2012 |
The announcement of possible regulatory intervention to prevent excessive international roaming charges is good news, but will the telecommunications world really change?
A senate committee report recommends country of origin labelling reform.
20 Aug 2012 |
A senate inquiry has found that Australia's country of origin labelling is in need of an overhaul.
Not all banks are applying the new credit card reforms.
17 Aug 2012 |
Banks are applying new reforms to existing cards in a variety of ways
ACCC takes action against shonky energy door-to-door practices.
17 Aug 2012 |
The ACCC has launched a new initiative targeting door-to-door sales tactics.
Long-time consumer advocate to take the reins at CHOICE.
13 Aug 2012 |
CHOICE's next CEO, Alan Kirkland, says strengthening ties with members, consumers, businesses and government will be one of his top priorities.
Australian Greens propose sweeping changes to country of origin labelling rules for food products.
8 Aug 2012 |
The Australian Greens have proposed a major shake-up of country of origin food labelling.
We want to hear if you’ve paid more for digital products because you’ve bought them in Australia.
2 Aug 2012 |
We're asking for examples of price discrimination on computer, software, gaming, and music products.
The ACCC has taken action against a Melbourne gym.
2 Aug 2012 |
A Melbourne gym is fined $6600 after making misleading carbon claims.
Technology industry has predictable reaction to IT pricing inquiry.
30 Jul 2012 |
Industry groups claim that the costs of doing business in Australia are driving up the prices of IT hardware and software products.
Friends of the Earth claims that two suppliers of sunscreen ingredients misled leading brands.
27 Jul 2012 |
Environmental groups call for action against allegedly misleading nanoparticle labelling on suncreen products.