ATM competition – what about some?
The Government and RBA have taken action on access to ATMs in remote Indigenous communities, but issues still remain around competition and transparency.
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Regulator news and government inquiries
Victorian Taxi Industry Inquiry release Draft Report
The Victorian Taxi Industry Inquiry has called for sweeping reforms of the taxi and hire car industries.
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ACCC releases updated Carbon Price Claims – Guide
The ACCC has urged businesses to carefully consider claims relating to price increases due to the carbon price.
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ASIC welcomes remote community fee-free ATM transactions
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ASIC has welcomed moves by the banking sector and two independent ATM providers to provide free ATM transactions at 76 ATMs in remote Indigenous communities.
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CCMC Update: Chargebacks and direct debit reviews
The CCMC recently completed an inquiry into compliance with clause 20 of the Code, dealing with Chargebacks.
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Get MoneySmart this end of financial year
The ASIC personal finance website MoneySmart has launched the Top 5 End of Financial Year Tips.
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Qantas takes $100m extra in surcharges – CHOICE
CHOICE estimates Qantas collects at least $204 million in payment surcharges yearly.
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CFA welcomes Delia Rickard as ACCC Deputy Chair
Long time consumer policy advocate Delia Rickard has been nominated to become a Deputy Chairperson of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC).
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ACCC investigates information sharing arrangements in petrol industry
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The ACCC has commenced a formal investigation into price information sharing arrangements in the retail petrol industry.
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ASIC updates guidance for investing in mortgage schemes
ASIC has released revised disclosure benchmarks and separate disclosure principles for unlisted mortgage schemes to improve awareness of the investment risks.
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ASIC funding for financial advice reforms
As part of a larger package ASIC will receive $23.9 million over four years to facilitate the implementation and enforcement of the Future of Financial Advice reforms.
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ACCC outlines priorities in enforcing competition law
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ACCC chairman Rod Sims has described the digital and online economy as posing one of the biggest regulatory challenges in a generation.
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