If you care about doing the right thing, it pays to do some research before you spend your money – or give it away. Buying ethical products and choosing ethical charities isn't always easy, luckily CHOICE has some great tips.
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Fears modern slavery will increase as temporary migration resumes
Experts are concerned that key reforms and protections for workers have yet to be enacted.
One third of companies failing Modern Slavery Act
Experts say putting the onus on the market to hold firms accountable for modern slavery is failing.
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Simple ways to reduce your environmental impact and turn over a new green leaf.
How to buy better in the Boxing Day sales
Tips on how to make more sustainable choices when you hit the sales this Boxing Day – and how to avoid buyer's remorse.
Is Australia waking up to its textile waste problem?
In recent months, a number of government and industry initiatives have been launched in an effort to put the brakes on textile waste.
Modern slavery act becomes law
Large businesses are now required to report on steps taken to eradicate slavery in their supply chains.
Supporting social enterprises
Is it worth paying extra for products that have a social impact?
Is your Indigenous souvenir the real deal?
When it comes to the Aboriginal souvenir trade, copies, imports and confusion abound. But there are ways to tell if an item is authentic.
Indigenous art wholesaler selling knock-offs: ACCC
Federal Court action launched by competition watchdog.
A year of charity donations goes to paying outsourced commissions, ACCC finds
The watchdog warns that more transparency is needed.
Government announces modern slavery reporting laws
A proposal to force big business to report on slavery in their supply chains has been slammed as "toothless".
How to safely donate to the Syrian refugee crisis
9 September 2015 | Scam alert: make sure your dollar goes where it's needed.
Thousands of charities miss annual report deadline
21 July 2015 | A register to make charities more accountable to donors will reveal which have failed to report their financials.
Where is your charity donation going?
Are gimmicky gifts from charities really helping their cause?
Are consumers as ethical as they say they are?
Evidence shows the 'ethical' shopper doesn't always put their money where their mouth is.
Shopping ethically for sustainability and the environment
Being an ethical consumer can be tricky, but here are a few tips to get you on the right track.
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