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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A new standard for grapevines
The standard will give producers confidence that grapevine material meets specific requirements.
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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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Consumer Credit Bill offers mixed bag for consumers
Changes to legislation fail to recognise the need to better regulate short-term creditors.
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How do you keep track of your spending?
ASIC provides tools and tips on how to know and control where your money is going.
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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?
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Current country of origin labelling causing confusion
CHOICE has welcomed Senate committee recognition of the need for clearer labelling of origin of products.
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