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28 August , 2012

Support the “Do Not Knock” Register

Throw your support behind a private member’s bill that aims to establish a “Do Not Knock” register.

Read More Support the “Do Not Knock” Register

27 August , 2012

“Financial counsellor” now reserved for compliant non-profits

New laws prevent commercial providers using the term.

Read More “Financial counsellor” now reserved for compliant non-profits

27 August , 2012

New industry standard to ease global roaming pain

Consumers will now know how much they will be charged for contacting others whilst overseas.

Read More New industry standard to ease global roaming pain

23 August , 2012

Why do showers need a standard?

What may look like a good shower may not be confirmed by use.

Read More Why do showers need a standard?

23 August , 2012

A new standard for grapevines

The standard will give producers confidence that grapevine material meets specific requirements.

Read More A new standard for grapevines

22 August , 2012

Door-to-door sales cause consumer detriment and hinder competition

The inventor of the Do Not Knock sticker welcomes the Parliamentary Inquiry into a Do Not Knock register.

Read More Door-to-door sales cause consumer detriment and hinder competition

22 August , 2012

Branding drives children to make healthy choices too: study

Elmo proves that advertising brands will help promote healthy eating amoung children

Read More Branding drives children to make healthy choices too: study

21 August , 2012

Consumer Credit Bill offers mixed bag for consumers

Changes to legislation fail to recognise the need to better regulate short-term creditors.

Read More Consumer Credit Bill offers mixed bag for consumers

21 August , 2012

How do you keep track of your spending?

ASIC provides tools and tips on how to know and control where your money is going.

Read More How do you keep track of your spending?

20 August , 2012

Credit card reforms allow consumers to make better decisions about plastic

Credit card reforms are seen as a win for consumers, but are all banks conforming to the new rules?

Read More Credit card reforms allow consumers to make better decisions about plastic

20 August , 2012

Current country of origin labelling causing confusion

CHOICE has welcomed Senate committee recognition of the need for clearer labelling of origin of products.

Read More Current country of origin labelling causing confusion

19 August , 2012

Fund to honour Deni Greene – call for contributions

Friends and family seek contributions for an annual award to recognise contributions to sustainability.

Read More Fund to honour Deni Greene – call for contributions

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