ACCC Scam alerts
The ACCC’s recent scam alerts include fee refunds, carbon price scams and the ‘hitman’ SMS death threat scams.
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Everyday Consumer
NBN pricing critical as digital divide deepens
Charis Palmer addresses the connection between income and access to the NBN
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Economic benefits should guide GST reform, not scaremongering
CHOICE says tax neutrality is a sound objective, but not at any cost.
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Supermarkets’ Australia-first sourcing policies mere rhetoric?
CHOICE reviewed the country of origin of 360 supermarket home-brand products.
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ACT: Ban on small high powered magnets
Certain adult magnetic products that are unsafe for children will be banned from sale in the ACT.
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Paid too much for IT products? Do tell.
CHOICE wants to hear if you’ve paid more for digital products because you’ve bought them in Australia.
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Support the “Do Not Knock” Register
Throw your support behind a private member’s bill that aims to establish a “Do Not Knock” register.
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“Financial counsellor” now reserved for compliant non-profits
New laws prevent commercial providers using the term.
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New industry standard to ease global roaming pain
Consumers will now know how much they will be charged for contacting others whilst overseas.
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Why do showers need a standard?
What may look like a good shower may not be confirmed by use.
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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.
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Branding drives children to make healthy choices too: study
Elmo proves that advertising brands will help promote healthy eating amoung children
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