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Think your relative is caught up in a romance scam? Here's how to talk to them about love scams this Valentine's Day

If you suspect someone you love is being fleeced in a romance scam, how do you break it to them without them getting defensive? An expert from Relationships Australia talks us through it.

ABC News · Feb 14, 2023

Love-struck Aussies lost $40.6 million to romance scams in 2022

For some heartbroken Aussies, Valentine's Day can be a painful reminder of scams that emptied their bank accounts.

The New Daily · Feb 13, 2023

Squeeze on motorists as petrol prices hit $2 in February

Australian motorists are being squeezed by near-record petrol prices again, as service stations across major capital cities hike.

The New Daily · Feb 13, 2023

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Gas producers accused of bullying and price gouging, despite federal government intervention to cap prices

Two months after the federal government introduced price controls on gas, manufacturers are still struggling to get a fair deal — and the costs are being passed onto consumers.

ABC News · Feb 7, 2023

There's a PayID scam where 'buyers' are claiming they have to transfer additional money — Ella nearly fell for it

Ella always thought she was pretty online savvy, which gave her confidence when she decided to sell some shoes online — but a close call with a scammer has made her think twice.

ABC News · Feb 6, 2023

Australian losses to online marketplace fraud increase as scams become increasingly sophisticated

Consumer groups say online platforms like Facebook Marketplace and Gumtree need to do more to keep customers safe

The Guardian - AU · Feb 6, 2023

From ‘hi mum’ to crypto fraud: five of the latest scams to watch out for

Australians are losing millions of dollars a week to increasingly common swindles. How can you avoid them?

The Guardian - AU · Feb 5, 2023

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Australian banks should reimburse scam victims, ACCC and consumer advocates say

‘Glaring lack of regulations’ means Australia is a ‘wild, wild west’, Consumer Action Law Centre policy officer says

The Guardian - AU · Feb 1, 2023

Renewal of Qantas-Emirates partnership is not the best deal, travel agents say

Travel he travel industry has expressed concerns about the impact of a partnership between Qantas and Emirates airlines.

The New Daily · Feb 1, 2023

How to not get caught in the million dollars a day of scams in Australia

With little chance of getting money back if you are a victim, take these measures to protect yourself from unsolicited calls, texts and emails

The Guardian - AU · Jan 30, 2023

Adam thought he was starting a new job, until he lost $28,000. What are recruitment scams and how are they targeting job seekers?

It is the scam that preys on the most-vulnerable feeling that job seekers have: hope. Here is what recruitment scams are and how they are targeting job seekers.

ABC News · Jan 29, 2023

‘Manipulative’: ACCC cracking down on dodgy social media influencers

Australians are being warned to think twice before believing what they see on social media platforms amid dodgy influencer marketing.

The New Daily · Jan 27, 2023

ACCC forecasts 2023 east coast gas shortage, despite federal government intervention

The competition watchdog warns committed east coast gas supplies could fall short in 2023 as it calls on providers to release more of their uncontracted supplies.

ABC News · Jan 27, 2023

Gas shortfall concerns downgraded: ACCC

Australia is not out of the woods when it comes to a domestic gas shortfall but there's enough uncontracted supply available to cover the gap.

AAP · Jan 27, 2023

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Pedestrian.tv · Jan 27, 2023

#NotAnAd: 100+ Aussie Influencers Are Getting A Hot Sexy ACCC Investigation For Breaking Rules

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ABC News · Jan 27, 2023

Influencer crackdown in full swing as ACCC sweeps social media for hidden ads, undeclared sponsored posts

A cross-platform social media sweep launched this week by the consumer watchdog has already prompted more than 150 tip-offs, mostly in relation to influencers in the fields of beauty, lifestyle, fashion and parenting.

AAP · Jan 26, 2023

Watchdog puts social influencers on notice

A callout from the consumer watchdog to identify social media influencers who are misleading their followers has received more than 150 tip-offs.

The Guardian - AU · Jan 26, 2023

ACCC to crack down on misleading influencer endorsements across social media

Consumer watchdog received over 150 tip-offs about influencers who reportedly failed to disclose affiliations with products they were promoting

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The New Daily · Jan 24, 2023

Airlines rolled the dice in December, and consumers walked with their wallets

In a blow to airlines and tourism, Sydney and Melbourne's airports had fewer passengers pass through terminals recently than pre-COVID.

The New Daily · Jan 23, 2023

Emirates boosts flights to pre-pandemic levels in Australia

Emirates has increased its service in Australia, while ACCC believes the cost of airfares should soon return to pre-COVID levels.

ABC News · Jan 21, 2023

Federal MPs, advocates call for mandated roaming to improve mobile phone reception in the bush

Mobile phone towers are locked to specific telecommunication providers, but mandatory roaming advocates say unlocking them is a simple process that will have big benefits for rural communities.

ABC News · Jan 20, 2023

Inflation is measured using a basket of goods. So how much have prices gone up?

Inflation is measured using a basket of goods. Here's how much the price of groceries, eating out and fuel has gone up since 2020.

The Guardian - AU · Jan 20, 2023

Consumer watchdog calls on public to report social media influencers failing to disclose posts as ads

Influencers who are in breach of the Australian Consumer Law can face penalties of up to $2.5m

ABC News · Jan 19, 2023

Influencers on notice as consumer watchdog sets sights on undisclosed ads on social media

Influencers and content creators are on notice to come clean about their commercial deals and income streams as Australia's consumer watchdog prepares for a sweep of social media platforms.

ABC News · Jan 17, 2023

Concerns over growing number of fires linked to lithium-ion batteries in e-scooters and e-bikes

Hundreds of e-scooters and e-bikes are catching fire in Australian homes, and firefighters fear without better education and stringent regulations, things could turn fatal.

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