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Caravan sellers on notice over dodgy pricing

The consumer watchdog has fielded several complaints about misleading advertisements and marketing material for mobile homes.

AAP · Oct 12, 2023

Tesla fined $155,460 by Australian consumer watchdog over button battery safety breaches

ACCC alleges Elon Musk’s electric vehicle company failed to conduct required safety tests for some key fob and illuminated door sill models

The Guardian - AU · Oct 12, 2023

Tesla fined more than $155,000 for button battery risks

Australia's most popular electric car brand has paid a record penalty for failing to meet button battery standards in some of its products.

AAP · Oct 12, 2023

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Investors can breathe 'a sigh of relief' as Qantas chairman Richard Goyder announces his exit: 'It's been hard to keep up with the internal drama'

Australia's flagship airline already lost its CEO Alan Joyce amid political and public outcry over a series of scandals.

Fortune · Oct 11, 2023

Competition watchdog authorises $19 billion Origin deal

Citing the public benefit of up to $30 billion in green energy investments, the ACCC has signed off on Brookfield's pending acquisition of Origin Energy.

AAP · Oct 9, 2023

Senate committee says government should 'immediately review' its rejection of Qatar flights

A Senate inquiry into the Albanese government’s refusal to agree to the extra flights sought by Qatar Airways has recommended the decision be immediately reviewed.

The Conversation · Oct 9, 2023

Labor should review decision to block extra Qatar Airways flights to Australia, Senate inquiry says

Committee seeks more time so it can quiz former Qantas boss Alan Joyce about the Albanese government’s Qatar Airways ruling

The Guardian - AU · Oct 9, 2023

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Suicide rates increased after extreme drought in the Murray-Darling Basin – we have to do better as climate change intensifies

The impact on mental health of weather extremes such as drought is a growing concern due to climate change.

The Conversation · Oct 5, 2023

Increased fire risk from charging e-bikes due to lack of battery regulation in Australia, expert says

Explosion at Sydney hostel latest in a string of blazes believed to be linked to faulty charges on e-bikes likely caused by low-quality products

The Guardian - AU · Oct 4, 2023

Australians ripped off by shipping companies teaming up to keep freight costs high, Rod Sims says

ACCC renews call for more power to encourage competition as its former chair says deals like that between ZIM and MSC lead to higher prices

The Guardian - AU · Oct 3, 2023

Minister backs ‘naming and shaming’ childcare providers who charge exorbitant fees

Education minister Jason Clare supports a recommendation by the ACCC in its latest report into childcare costs

The Guardian - AU · Oct 1, 2023

Why is Labor’s bill on combatting disinformation so controversial?

Coalition is ringing alarm bells about legislation, despite it containing many Morrison-era proposals. But they’re not alone in their concerns

The Guardian - AU · Sep 30, 2023

Childcare fees may need to be capped to curb erosion of subsidies, ACCC says

Watchdog’s latest report says childcare in Australia is ‘relatively less affordable for households than in most other OECD countries’

The Guardian - AU · Sep 30, 2023

Head of Australia’s competition watchdog calls for new mandate to police airline industry

Exclusive: Gina Cass-Gottlieb says ACCC needs greater powers to help new entrants compete with Qantas and Virgin

The Guardian - AU · Sep 29, 2023

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The Conversation · Sep 27, 2023

Even if Qantas is fined hundreds of millions it is likely to continue to take us for granted

As Qantas faces up to tough questioning from a Senate committee and a claim from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) for as much as A$600 million for allegedly selling tickets on more than 8,000 “ghost flights” it had already cancelled, its customers might be thinking things are about…

AAP · Sep 23, 2023

Hybrid cars may not be the green machines they seem

Claims that hybrid vehicles are as environmentally friendly as electric cars may be confusing Australian buyers, according to a report into 'greenwashing'.

AAP · Sep 22, 2023

EnergyAustralia in court for alleged misleading conduct

One of Australia's biggest energy providers is in the ACCC's firing line for allegedly misleading customers and breaking an industry code.

The Guardian - AU · Sep 20, 2023

Former Qantas chief Alan Joyce paid $21.4m for final full year in charge

Annual report reveals huge pay deal but also says former CEO could lose some of the packet due to ‘clawback’ provisions

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AAP · Sep 20, 2023

Qantas may cancel half of Joyce's $21m golden handshake

Qantas chairman Richard Goyder says customers have lost trust in the airline and flagged action on executive salaries, which could cost Alan Joyce millions.

The Conversation · Sep 19, 2023

Positive outlook for local and export gas supplies for early 2024: ACCC

The outlooks for both local and export supplies of gas are positive for the early months of next year, according to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission inquiry’s September report.

The Guardian - AU · Sep 16, 2023

Can I get a refund? After I cancelled a gym membership via email, they debited $700 from me

Australian consumer law can help you, writes policy professional Kat George. Making it difficult to cancel is what advocates call a ‘dark pattern’

Pedestrian.tv · Sep 8, 2023

A Dating Site Has Been Accused Of ‘Entrapping’ Singles And Creating A Toxic Membership Cycle

The Guardian - AU · Sep 5, 2023

Qantas in crisis: Alan Joyce has departed but the airline still has plenty of baggage

Qantas’ board is hoping Vanessa Hudson’s ascension will wipe the slate clean. But there are five big issues still plaguing the airline

The Guardian - AU · Sep 4, 2023

Alan Joyce quits immediately as Qantas CEO following tough week for airline

Beleaguered airline chief executive brings forward retirement by two months stating ‘the company needs to move ahead with its renewal as a priority’

The Guardian - AU · Sep 4, 2023

Qantas board urged to withhold bonuses of Alan Joyce and senior executives

Shareholders’ Association chief says an immediate response is needed if the airline is serious about restoring public trust

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