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If you get a new mobile phone for Christmas you might also decide to sign up to a new mobile plan at the same time. There are lots of different mobile phone plans out there, and finding a plan that suits you can be difficult.
The Australian Government has announced a new mandatory safety standard for bean bags, to commence on 1 January 2016.
The current franchising code will be repealed and replaced with a new Franchising Code of Conduct from 1 January 2015.
Over the holidays you and your family may use up your monthly data allowance faster than usual. Depending on your plan this could expose you to excess data charges.
Register for our free interactive webinar being held on the 9 December to find out about the new Franchising Code of Conduct.
The ACCC is warning about false billing scams after a 45 per cent surge in complaints and almost $725,000 reported lost in 2013. False billing scams attempt to trick busy businesses into paying for unwanted and unauthorised listings or advertisements in magazines, journals or business directories.
The ACCC is today celebrating the 40-year anniversary of the Trade Practices Act 1974 (TPA). On 1 October 1974, the TPA took effect and the forerunner to the ACCC, the Trade Practices Commission opened its doors for the first time.
We're joining the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, Australian Taxation Office and the Fair Work Ombudsman in presenting a free and interactive webinar for small businesses.
The Harper Competition Policy Review released its draft report on 22 September 2014.
Small-business owners and entrepreneurs should be careful of websites that charge for grant-related services, when such assistance is already available for free.
The ACCC has released an educational package for consumers with disabilities. Including a collection of online resources, a scam alert and educational video, the package is designed to help disability consumers be alert to potential scams and understand and exercise their consumer rights.
Derek Farrell talks about a recent investigation into door-to-door sales and that companies operating in remote areas need to improve their sales practices.
When products from very large companies are portrayed as being those of small operators it misleads consumers and undermines the unique selling point that niche businesses depend on. Chairman Rod Sims explains the ACCC’s focus on credence claims.
Deputy Chair Delia Rickard provides Bub Hub readers with advice on removing choking hazards around the home using the do-it-yourself Choke Check tool
ACCC tested common clothing and textile goods for specific dyes used in the manufacturing process. The ACCC found a small number contained unacceptable concentrations of certain azo dyes, which are known to break down to carcinogenic compounds called aromatic amines.