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Afternoon Update: childcare fees rise by up to 32%; Melbourne bus ploughs into houses; and Adele warns fans over ‘etiquette’

There are concerns childcare centres are hiking rates to absorb the federal government’s new subsidy

The Guardian - AU · Jul 5, 2023

Consumers lied to about 'guaranteed' parking, ACCC says

A company which owns over 450 car parks across Australia falsely claimed consumers could reserve parking places by booking them, the consumer watchdog has said.

AAP · Jul 5, 2023

Childcare fees in Australia outpace inflation with rises of up to 32%, report finds

ACCC says households now paying 4% to 15% more for care and services as Albanese government’s cheaper childcare package comes into force

The Guardian - AU · Jul 5, 2023

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Childcare subsidies lessen the sting of surging fees

Out-of-pocket childcare expenses climbed during the past four years despite government subsidies to offset costs, a report says.

AAP · Jul 5, 2023

Commuters slugged with price hikes on Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane toll roads

Prices rise amid concerns from competition watchdog over Transurban’s proposed acquisition of Melbourne EastLink operator

The Guardian - AU · Jul 2, 2023

Childcare fee hikes on watchdog's list as subsidy rises

The education minister has warned that childcare centres lifting fees are in the sights of the ACCC as subsidies for parents increase.

AAP · Jun 29, 2023

Watchdog to ensure childcare subsidies flow through

Among the many changes to federal government policies starting on July 1 will be cheaper child care and reforms to parental leave.

AAP · Jun 29, 2023

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Watchdog concerned by Transurban EastLink road takeover

The ACCC has raised preliminary competition concerns over Transurban's proposed acquisition of Horizon Roads, the operator of Melbourne's EastLink toll road.

AAP · Jun 29, 2023

Henderson Advocacy thumbs nose at regulators over gag clause

No action on real estate firm that boasts using gag clause in contracts.

Newcastle Herald · Jun 24, 2023

Prime reason to sue Amazon for catching customers in its web

A high profile lawsuit against e-commerce giant Amazon over so-called “dark patterns” will be familiar to regulators in Australia.

The New Daily · Jun 22, 2023

Alan Kohler: Time to revisit the Allan Fels system of price control – naming and shaming

It’s time to revisit the Fels system of price control.That is – put some resources into price surveillance, and name and shame the gougers.

The New Daily · Jun 21, 2023

Here's where the Microsoft-Activision deal stands around the world

With a handy map!

PC Gamer · Jun 21, 2023

Tribunal reaffirms ACCC in blocking Telstra-TPG deal

The Australian Competition Tribunal has backed the competition watchdog's move to block Telstra and TPG's $1.8 billion spectrum-sharing deal.

The New Daily · Jun 21, 2023

A Batch Of Gemstones Sold Across Vic & NSW Have Been Recalled Bc They May Contain Asbestos

Not the vibes we want.

Pedestrian.tv · Jun 20, 2023

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The New Daily · Jun 15, 2023

Watchdog cracks down on dodgy sleep products for kids

Rockers and bassinets, toys with button batteries and toppling furniture are in the ACCC's sights as it cracks down on unsafe products for young children.

The New Daily · Jun 9, 2023

Recall of The Laundress fabric softener ordered after harmful chemical discovered

The ACCC advises that The Laundress branded fabric conditioner is being recalled after potentially cancer-causing chemical was detected.

Tom’s Hardware · Jun 7, 2023

Dell Faces Litigation Over Fake Monitor Discounts

Thousands of customers were misled by Dell into purchasing add-on monitors under the guise of saving money while paying full price.

The New Daily · Jun 6, 2023

Dell admits misleading consumers about monitor prices

Consumers who purchased monitors from Dell as an add-on to a desktop or laptop were misled about prices and charged inflated rates.

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The Guardian - AU · Jun 5, 2023

Rex and Bonza call for immediate overhaul of Sydney airport laws to increase competition

Aviation leaders make plea to federal government, saying higher airfares and poorer service will persist without change

The New Daily · Jun 5, 2023

ACCC says it’s crucial that rules change to prevent Qantas, Virgin duopoly

The Albanese government is facing growing calls to crack down on major airlines like Qantas hoarding plane slots at Sydney Airport.

The New Daily · Jun 5, 2023

Delays, poor service, high prices: Shocking tale of woe for air travellers

Qantas and Virgin's market dominance has led to higher prices and poorer service, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission says.

ABC News · Jun 5, 2023

Qantas-Jetstar and Virgin airline 'duopoly' driving domestic flight prices up, ACCC report says

The federal government should consider forcing airlines to pay passengers compensation if their flights get cancelled or delayed, a new consumer watchdog report says.

ABC News · Jun 4, 2023

Markets predict interest rate rise, ACCC says lack of competition driving up airfares, ASX closes higher after US debt ceiling deal signed — as it happened

Markets are forecasting the RBA will lift interest rates again at its meeting tomorrow, while the ASX has closed higher after a debt ceiling crisis in the US was avoided. Look back on the day's events as it happened with our blog.

The Guardian - AU · Jun 4, 2023

Qantas and Virgin given little incentive to cheapen air fares, watchdog warns

ACCC warns airline industry is at ‘critical juncture’ with a developing duopoly stunting competition

ABC News · Jun 2, 2023

Federal government to crack down on 'profiteering' under the NDIS and make overcharging for the same product illegal

The federal government is working on a new law to explicitly make it illegal to charge more for products and services because a client is on the National Disability Insurance Scheme.

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