Lip service
March 2018
When it comes to industry regulation, actions speak louder than words
Paying up
February 2018
Will the banking royal commission finally provide justice?
Go rogue
January 2018
Sometimes the road less travelled turns out to be the best way to go
2017 messages
Welcome to the jungle
December 2017
Amazon is ruffling local feathers, and it's already paying off
Going our own way
November 2017
CHOICE has gone carbon neutral – here's how we did it.
When life gives you lemons
October 2017
We're still putting the squeeze on shonky products and services.
Power struggle
September 2017
Reform of energy industry must switch on to consumer needs.
Having a lend?
August 2017
It's time to ban mortgage broker commissions and replace them with fixed fees for advice.
A spotlight on change
July 2017
Partnering with National Indigenous Television (NITV), CHOICE is hoping to highlight some under-reported rip-offs affecting Indigenous Australians.
House rules
June 2017
An unremarked property tax change in the recent Federal Budget aims at increasing supply in the rental market.
Ticket to take us for a ride
May 2017
The ticketing industry is one of the worst offenders for ripping off consumers.
Struggle streets
April 2017
Housing affordability isn't just about buyers – renters are doing it tough too.
Money matters
March 2017
It's a shame banks and insurance companies can't behave responsibly without the law stepping in.
Delivery food for thought
February 2017
Deliveroo, Foodora, Menulog – your local meal delivery service may already be a big, multinational cheese.
Happy travels
January 2017
Planning for a holiday can be half the adventure, but it's not always plain sailing.
2016 messages
Slow burn
December 2016
If ISPs can't provide fast internet, they shouldn't advertise it.
Big bad decision makers
November 2016
When boards reward the wrong results, consumers lose out.
The Z list
October 2016
A new online register reveals the most complained-about businesses.
No trust in the TPP
September 2016
The Trans-Pacific Partnership – what's in it for consumers?
Shonky multinationals
August 2016
Companies are trading on weak consumer laws in other countries to maximise profits.
Fair go
July 2016
It's time to put an end to unfair business practices in Australia.
Thermomix more than just a PR crisis
June 2016
Vorwerk has employed a spin agency to help them navigate the 'Thermoburns' issue, but where's the focus on consumer safety?
Why boycott?
May 2016
Sometimes a boycott is the only option left when consumers are ignored, which is why we've called for a boycott of 'bad eggs'.
Banks on notice
April 2016
Our financial system is finally getting the political attention it deserves.
Super industry needs to raise its game
April 2016
Super funds need to do much more to excite and engage their members.
More choice in aged care?
March 2016
If the aged care market is deregulated, reforms need to focus on improving outcomes for consumers.
The year of innovation
February 2016
Time for some big changes in banking, mobile data roaming and internet services.
Your travel rights
January 2016
Have you found yourself stumped or stonewalled after travel troubles? Never fear – CHOICE is on the case.
2015 messages
The great free-range debate
December 2015
We've heard arguments that free-range labelling changes are unviable. We disagree.
Uber disruptive
November 2015
One of the hottest political issues right now is how governments should respond to ride-sharing services like UberX.
Shonkys turn 10
October 2015
Shonky behaviour from companies is the unfortunate gift that keeps on giving.
Without fear or favour
September 2015
We'll continue to stand our ground when consumer interests are at stake – even in the face of legal threats.
Consumer pulse: The gap widens
August 2015
Income and wealth inequality should have the government concerned.
Free reign on 'free range' coming to an end?
July 2015
Governments and regulators are increasingly recognising that if claims of 'free range' are misleading, they're against the law.
Bad advice
June 2015
Financial advisers are not the only ones with 'conflicted remuneration'.
Competition catch-22
May 2015
Competition can deliver benefits for consumers but only if it's designed with the needs of consumers in mind – otherwise you end up with a confusing mess like we have in electricity.
Fair trade
April 2015
Why we care (a lot) about trade agreements.
CHOICE Help launches
March 2015
Resources and personal support for members with consumer issues.
A year of advocacy
February 2015
Representing the interests of consumer in 2015.
