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27 March , 2014

ANZ waives fine print after concerns raised by ASIC

Apparently simple offer for a gift card had unexpected conditions attached

Read More ANZ waives fine print after concerns raised by ASIC

27 March , 2014

Be retail ready for new portable pool safety requirements

New standard and mandatory labelling comes into effect this Sunday

Read More Be retail ready for new portable pool safety requirements

25 March , 2014

CHOICE warns consumers to be aware of chemically treated kids’ clothes

Australian legislation product safety for textiles is allows use of chemicals banned in EU

Read More CHOICE warns consumers to be aware of chemically treated kids’ clothes

25 March , 2014

ACCC testing for synthetic dyes prompts clothing recalls

Manufactures include Rivers, Just Jeans and Pillowtalk

Read More ACCC testing for synthetic dyes prompts clothing recalls

25 March , 2014

Research shows fivefold return on investment in financial counselling

FCA says analysis proves that services are a strong preventative measure and worthy more funding

Read More Research shows fivefold return on investment in financial counselling

21 March , 2014

ACCC encourages consumers to review their phone and internet plans

Telecommunications report suggests some providers are lowering amount of calls and data rather than plan price

Read More ACCC encourages consumers to review their phone and internet plans

20 March , 2014

Online scammers attempt to take advantage of Flight MH370

ACCC warns of fake websites using the promise of “news” on the missing flight to attack personal computers

Read More Online scammers attempt to take advantage of Flight MH370

20 March , 2014

ACCC releases product safety guide for online businesses

Commission seeks to help online sellers avoid product recalls and penalties

Read More ACCC releases product safety guide for online businesses

20 March , 2014

Shopping advice to help Aboriginal consumers buy smart

Consumer Affairs Victoria launches booklet to inform Indigenous communities of rights and responsibilities

Read More Shopping advice to help Aboriginal consumers buy smart

19 March , 2014

What are a consumer’s rights to refunds for cancelled performances?

CHOICE investigates in the wake of The Rolling Stones’ cancelled appearances in Australia

Read More What are a consumer’s rights to refunds for cancelled performances?

19 March , 2014

Another breast imaging provider found to have engaged in misleading conduct

“Doctors” interpreting reports were found to be fake as ACCC prosecutes second imaging service in two weeks

Read More Another breast imaging provider found to have engaged in misleading conduct

18 March , 2014

Credit Ombudsman warns of credit repair agencies taking money for a free service

Fees to “fix” credit reports often outweigh debt amounts in question

Read More Credit Ombudsman warns of credit repair agencies taking money for a free service

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