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The price notification process allows us to monitor prices in markets where there isn’t enough competition. The ACCC assesses notifications of proposed price increases for Australia Post’s reserved ...
The ACCC approves new certification trade marks, which are special logos that show consumers that a product or service meets a particular standard.
The ACCC is urging consumers to be alert to a growing list of recalled wireless power banks, which have the potential to cause serious burns and property damage.
An industry-led code of conduct sets standards for how an industry deals with its members and customers. Industry-led codes are a form of self-regulation and are voluntary.
A new mandatory merger control regime for notifying and assessing acquisitions starts on 1 January 2026. From 1 July 2025, some changes come into effect as we transition to the new merger regime. If ...
On 8 July 2025, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) granted an exemption under section 56GD of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) to Shift Financial Pty Ltd and Shift ...
The ACCC is Australia's competition regulator and national consumer law champion. We promote competition and fair trading and regulate national infrastructure to make markets work for everyone.
Gift cards and discount vouchers are an alternative to cash to buy products or services. Businesses that supply gift cards and vouchers must meet some specific requirements.
The ACCC has instituted proceedings in the Federal Court against Bupa HI Pty Ltd (Bupa) for breaches of the Australian Consumer Law in relation to members’ entitlements to private health insurance ...
Franchisors Cash Converters Pty Ltd and MTA - Mobile Travel Agents Pty Ltd (MTA) have each paid a $16,500 penalty after the ACCC issued both companies with an infringement notice after they each ...
The ACCC has launched Federal Court action against gas distributor Australian Gas Networks Limited alleging it made false and misleading representations in its ‘Love Gas’ TV and digital advertising ...