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Disclaimer
On 1 January 2011 the Trade Practices Act 1974 was renamed the Competition and Consumer Act 2010. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is reviewing this website and its publications to reflect this name change, and changes to the law brought about by the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) which forms part of the renamed Act. For further information call the ACCC Infocentre on 1300 302 502 or visit the Australian Government website www.consumerlaw.gov.au for detailed guidance to the new law.
The information and publications made available on this site are broad guides to aspects of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 and the work of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission. They are solely intended to provide a general understanding of the subject matter and to help people assess whether they need more detailed information.
The material on this site is not and should not be regarded as legal advice. Users should seek their own legal advice where appropriate. Every effort is made to ensure that the material on this site is accurate and up to date. However, the Commission does not guarantee or warrant the accuracy, completeness or currency of the information provided.
Copyright
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