The ACCC and ASIC have jointly produced this guideline which aims to assist creditors, collectors and debtors understand their rights and obligations, and ensure that debt collection activity is undertaken in a way that is consistent with consumer protection laws.
Statement of regulatory approach to assessing price notifications outlines the ACCC's preferred approach to undertaking price notification assessments.
This report examines the debt collection industry in Australia. It aims to provide greater understanding of the industry and to identify structural issues or operational practices that may lead to problematic behaviours within the sector.
You have legal rights when dealing with sales agents at your door. If what’s on offer is valued at over $100 (or the value can’t be determined when the offer is made), the agent must follow rules.