ACCC sues Visa over currency conversion services
Visa is accused of harming consumers by limiting competition
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Energy Ministers see need for effective consumer advocacy
COAG committee consulting on national advocacy body
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Pros and cons to new Code of Banking Practice
Nicola Howell identifies positive changes but also shortcomings in the revised Code
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Consumer Action opposes amendments to single pricing rules
Exempting restaurants and cafes could open exemption floodgates
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Dental experts support warnings on soft drinks
New study links consumption of soft drinks to children’s tooth decay
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Draft law to apply Credit Code to small business
Credit Reform Phase 2 bills also include anti avoidance measures. Submissions due 15 February
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Time for action in high-rise energy re-selling market
Customers of re-sellers miss out on critical consumer protections
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Financial Counsellors welcome updated Banking Code
New protections include clearer guidance re financial hardship
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CHOICE calls for insurance companies to clean up their act
Recent floods and mandatory cover do not justify unfair premiums increases
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Should small amount loans be registered?
ASIC consults on effectiveness of online database for payday loans
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ASIC pings major wealth adviser
Major financial advice firm Macquarie Private Wealth Group has agreed to an enforceable undertaking
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Submissions are closing on CCAAC mobile app inquiry
Commonwealth inquiry to assess consumer experiences with mobile apps
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