“Witch hunt”: Ugg boot maker claims ACCC sought to “bully” him over a $25,200 fine
Ugg boot manufacturer Ozwear Connection has been fined $25,200 over ACCC allegations it misrepresented its products as Australian-made.
SmartCompany Explainer: Australian consumer law is changing, here’s what you need to know
Some important changes to Australian consumer law have passed through parliament, so let's break down what you need to know.
Lloyds Auctioneers fined $37,800 over excessive surcharge allegations on big ticket auction items
Lloyds Auctioneers has been issued with infringement notices after overcharging some consumers by hundreds of dollars, the ACCC has alleged.
ACCC calls for tougher penalties for dodgy franchisors, but advocates say it needs to “man up” on improving disclosure
The ACCC wants tougher penalties to tackle dodgy franchisors, but it has rejected calls for it to administer a public database to improve disclosure.
Cyber cars: Why independent auto retailers are reporting sales they haven’t made
Calls are growing for a code of conduct to be developed amid concern independent auto retailers are being pushed to extreme lengths to stay afloat.
Telstra refunds $9.3 million to thousands of customers after charging them for ringtones they didn’t want
Telstra has paid back over $9 million to 72,000 customers in Australia after it was found a third-party billing service was charging unknowing customers.
Federal Government says it will take action if businesses are ripping off consumers with high petrol prices
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has committed to taking action if businesses are found to be ripping off customers after a recent spike in petrol prices sparked consumer outrage.
Fitness First pays $12,600 fine over excessive surcharge claims, after charging flat 50 cent rate on card payments
Fitness First Australia has paid a $12,600 penalty over concerns it had breached excessive payment surcharge provisions.
Fear for independent service stations as thousands sign up for nationwide fuel station boycott amid spike in petrol prices
There is fear that independent fuel retailers will suffer the most if consumers boycott in protest over petrol prices.
ACCC sounds warning on Shark Tank endorsement scams, calls on Google, Facebook to act
The ACCC has sounded a warning about celebrity endorsement scams, including those featuring the image of Shark Tank's Steve Baxter.
The dark side of online travel booking: Fed up small businesses call for ACCC action
Calls are growing for the ACCC to act as hotel and motel owners express serious concerns about the impact of online travel booking platforms on the local industry.
Small business lender Prospa removes unfair contract terms following ASIC review
Fast-growing small business lender Prospa has agreed to alter its standard loan terms for small businesses, following an ASIC review.
