Watchdog warning ends Google deal with Telstra, Optus Telstra and Optus have agreed to stop accepting payments from Google under deals to pre-install the tech giant's search software as default on their phones. AAP · Jul 2, 2024
Fashion retailer sued over 'frustrating' parcel delays The owner of Katies, Rivers and Noni B has said it will defend a "flawed" lawsuit brought by the consumer watchdog over the alleged slow delivery of parcels. AAP · Mar 4, 2024
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
Online florist admits to duping customers An online florist retailer that led customers into thinking it was a local business in more than 1000 Australian suburbs has admitted it was misleading. AAP · Dec 20, 2022
Florist accused of misleading customers Australia's consumer watchdog is taking online florist Bloomex to court over allegations it misled customers with sales prices that were not genuine. AAP · Dec 9, 2022
ACCC wins 'cartel' case against steelmaker BlueScope in Federal Court A Federal Court justice backs a claim by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission that BlueScope and a former manager engaged in “cartel conduct” over the supply of flat steel products. ABC News · Dec 9, 2022
Consumer watchdog taking Telstra to court The ACCC says Telstra was misleading about its broadband speeds to 9000 customers of its cheaper internet brand Belong. AAP · Dec 6, 2022
Retailer fined $266k over product claims A major fashion retail group has been fined $266,000 for false claims on its websites that a face mask and a water bottle had received regulator approvals. AAP · Sep 15, 2022
Ultra Tune accused of contempt of court Automotive servicing firm Ultra Tune has been accused by the ACCC of contempt of court after being hit with a $2 million penalty for a franchisee rort. AAP · Jun 28, 2022