Protections at stake in competition review
Consumer Utilities Advocacy Centre releases an analysis of terms of reference
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Advocates object to new fee for entering bankruptcy
Financial Counselling Australia and others voice concern for low income debtors
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Over $25 million lost to dating and romance scams in 2013
ACCC tips help consumers avoid heartbreak at the hands of scammers
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ACCAN releases Our Broadband Future to update policy position
Emphasises benefits of a robust broadband service to social and economic opportunities
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High cost of car cases in VCAT putting justice out of reach
Consumer Action applauds consumer protection laws but questions their accessibility in this instance
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Choice rejects low value tax on consumers
Consumers could face a 37% tax on overseas purchases and a bill in excess of $823 million
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Saftey standards protect us from heatwave harm
Skin and eye protection among other aspects of the Australian Summer that are regulated by Standards Australia
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Financial counselling peak body calls for ongoing funding for sector
Pre-Budget submission estimates that counsellors will help 150,000 people in 2013-14
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CFA seeks a volunteer representative on a new ‘Wheat Bags’ standard
Technical committee will assess the potential hazards associated with wheat bags
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ACCC to assess Australia Post’s proposed price increase for stamps
Declining letter volumes add to losses of nearly $250 million
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Low-income home buyers losers in “rent to buy” deals: the case for better regulation
Former Consumer Action CEO Carolyn Bond calls for action
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Consumer advocates demand fixed prices for energy contracts
Rising prices can make shopping around a waste of time
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