How bad government decisions are forcing BlueScope customers to pay more for steel
BlueScope being forced to pay duties after its own complaint shines a spotlight on the damage caused to Australian steel users by the illogical dumping protection afforded to the company.
ACCC appeals Employsure penalty, says $1 million fine not enough
Workplace relations advisor Employsure was fined $1 million for advertising that misrepresented the company as a government agency, or being affiliated with one.
Allan Fels: The challenges ahead of Gina Cass-Gottlieb when she becomes ACCC chair
The proposed appointment of Gina Cass-Gottlieb as chair of the ACCC next year is welcome, as is the appointment of Liza Carver as ACCC enforcement commissioner.
Volkswagen’s $125 million fine is a warning to all greenwashers
The High Court has refused to hear Volkswagen’s appeal against the fine imposed on it for its deceit regarding the environmental performance of its cars.
Bunnings completes buy-up of Beaumont Tiles
The acquisition was recently approved by the ACCC, which said that, despite first appearances, the deal didn't raise significant competition concerns.
Fallen victim to delivery and post office text scams? Here’s what you can do about it
According to the ACCC's ScamWatch website, scams delivered via “phone” or “text” this year far outnumber those sent through any other delivery method, including social media or email.
Draft legislation to outlaw unfair contracts and extend protections to more SMEs
More Australian businesses will be protected from unfair contract terms if draft legislation released for public consultation this week is approved by Parliament.
Why the Federal Court needs to issue serious penalties for misleading conduct from tech giants, including Google
The ACCC has had a significant win against Google, after the Federal Court found Google misled some Android users about how to disable personal location tracking.
Delay in outlawing unfair contracts is harming small businesses, says Rod Sims
Small businesses across the country are still being subjected to unfair contract terms and there’s “no doubt” a delay in the government’s plans to make such terms illegal is costing those businesses greatly, says competition boss Rod Sims.
NewCo: Proposed collaboration from Eftpos, BPAY and NPP awaits ACCC approval
Eftpos, BPAY and the New Payments Platform are hoping to create a new, unified parent company called NewCo, and are currently seeking the ACCC's approval.
Successful ACCC appeal “extends the reach” of statutory unconscionable conduct provisions for small businesses
Small Business Ombudsman Bruce Billson has said the ruling should reassure small businesses that protections are available from unconscionable conduct.
Woolworths and PFD propose enforceable charter in bid to get ACCC tick of approval
Woolworths and PFD Food Services have proposed a series of undertakings to the competition watchdog in order to secure clearance for a deal that would see Woolworths take a majority stake in PFD.
