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30 June , 2016

Political Parties Respond to CFA Federal Election Agenda

Last month, CFA published its Federal Election Agenda , calling upon the incoming Federal Government to make crucial changes to improve consumer outcomes. The agenda presented three measures in which governance and institutional arrangements within the economy could become more effective, cohesive and supportive to consumers: Appoint a Minister for Consumer Affairs with cabinet…

12 May , 2016

Consumers’ Federation of Australia Consumer Agenda – Federal Election 2016

The Consumers’ Federation of Australia (CFA) is the peak body for Australian consumer organisations. The 40 organisational members and associated members represent the commitment to assist and provide services to Australian consumers. Members of CFA believe that Australian consumers are entitled to: › fair, effective and sustainable markets › affordable and equitable access to essential…

5 May , 2016

The price choice: Consumers want comparative pricing, The ISO Project Committee aims to deliver just that

Ian Jarratt, an Executive member from the Consumers Federation of Australia, is the leading voice on the ISO Project Committee, who are creating a standard on Unit Pricing. Today, he sits with us to explain the importance of comparing prices for consumers. The unit price…

21 May , 2011 0 comments

Why we need a funded peak consumer body

CFA has called on the Federal government to implement the Productivity Commison’s recommendation to funded an independant national consumer organisation.