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Best podcasts about consumer commission

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Canterbury Mornings with Chris Lynch
John MacDonald: Has the Grocery Commissioner checked out?

Canterbury Mornings with Chris Lynch

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2025 5:14 Transcription Available


Where's the grocery commissioner? Wasn't he going to get cheaper groceries for all of us? That was the idea. But he hasn't. So is Nicola Willis going to do it? My prediction, is she won't. Because, no matter how much we would all like to pay less at the supermarket, the two ideas she announced yesterday are duds. And I'm picking that, if you did a grocery shop yesterday afternoon, the Government's announcement-of-an-announcement yesterday morning did nothing to soften the blow when you went through the checkout. So the Government wants to see a foreign operator coming here. Which is never going to happen. For the simple reason that foreign operators have bigger fish to fry elsewhere. German supermarket company Aldi is often touted as a potential foreign outfit that could come here and create more competition. It's kind-of here already, because it's been registered with the New Zealand Companies Office since 2000. But it hasn't bothered doing anything more - focusing on Australia, instead. But, despite Aldi operating across the Tasman, Australians are still paying through the nose. Just over a week ago, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission put-out a report saying that Coles, Woolworths and Aldi are among the most profitable supermarket chains in the world. Prices there have risen sharply over the past five years. With the supermarkets increasing profit margins during that time, as well. Sound familiar? And just like here, politicians in Australia are all promising to do something about it. But, like here, it will be all talk and won't amount to anything. And, in five years time, shoppers on both sides of the Tasman will still be paying through the nose and politicians will be floating go-nowhere ideas. But if you forced me to pick one of the ideas Nicola Willis announced yesterday that I think could actually work, it would be this threat she made yesterday to force the two big companies to sell some of their supermarket brands, to create more competition and reduce their dominance. If you forced me to choose one, I'd chose that one. But it's a terrible idea. David Seymour doesn't like it, either. Saying that, if the Government poked its nose in this way into Foodstuffs and Woolworths operations, it would put businesses off investing in New Zealand. Which I agree with. I think it could. And it's a weird thing for the Government to be proposing just two weeks after it had all the money people over here from around the world trying to get them to invest in New Zealand. Looking at the rules the Commerce Commission uses to decide whether to allow things like mergers to go ahead, they're all about preventing situations like we have with supermarkets in New Zealand. Not enough competition - all that stuff. Which is fine when you're deciding whether-or-not to allow a merger. But for the Government to try and do that retrospectively, which is what it would effectively be doing, would be a terrible thing. It would be a terrible thing for the supermarket companies. It would also be a terrible thing for the Government's sale pitch to the world. That New Zealand is open for business; that we want businesses to come here; and that we're getting rid of some of the red tape to make it easier come here. It would say 'we're doing all that but, if you do come here, we might tell you what to do with your business if we think there are a few votes in it for us'. But the ideas Nicola Willis announced yesterday won't win votes. Because they won't go anywhere.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SBS Lao - SBS ພາ​ສາ​ລາວ
ການກວດສອບກ່ຽວກັບ Supermarkets

SBS Lao - SBS ພາ​ສາ​ລາວ

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 11:09


ຄນະກັມມະການ ການແຂ່ງຂັນແລະຜູ້ບໍຣິໂພກ ອອສເຕຣເລັຍ (the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission) ແນະນໍາ 20 ຂໍ້ ສໍາລັບຣັຖບານກາງວ່າ ຕ້ອງເຮັດຫລາຍກວ່ານັ້ນ ເພື່ອເພີ່ມຄວາມໂປ່ງໃສ ແລະການແຂ່ງຂັນໃນ Grocery Sector ເມື່ອພົບວ່າ Coles ແລະ Woolworths ເປັນໜຶ່ງໃນ Supermarkets ທີ່ມີກຳໄລ ຫລາຍທີ່ສຸດໃນໂລກ.

SBS Japanese - SBSの日本語放送
Grim reading: Aussie supermarkets most profitable in the world - 豪大手、世界で最も収益の高いスーパーマーケットのひとつ(報告書)

SBS Japanese - SBSの日本語放送

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 9:20


A final report from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission report has found that Coles and Woolworths are among the most profitable supermarkets in the world. - オーストラリアのスーパーマーケット大手、コールスとウールワースが、世界で最も収益の高いスーパーのひとつであることがわかりました。オーストラリア競争・消費者委員会(ACCC)の報告書で明らかになりました。

SBS World News Radio
"Grim reading: Aussie supermarkets most profitable in the world

SBS World News Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 7:30


A final report from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission report has found that Coles and Woolworths are among the most profitable supermarkets in the world. With 20 recommendations outlined for the Federal Government, the competition regulator says more must be done to increase transparency and competition in the grocery sector.

Western Australia Country Hour
Western Australia Country Hour

Western Australia Country Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 55:11


The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission says Coles and Woolworths have so much power they don't need to compete hard on pricing.

CPA Australia Podcast
Unpacking the ACCC's supermarkets inquiry

CPA Australia Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 19:22


Supermarkets play a pivotal role in the daily lives and finances of millions of Australians.  In this episode, we'll delve into the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission's (ACCC) major inquiry into the supermarket industry. One of the experts who made a submission to the ACCC for this inquiry discusses key issues such as: Price gouging concerns and evidence of abnormal profits Market structure and consumer experience Pricing strategies and trends Perishable products and food waste Future recommendations for fair competition Tune in to learn more on how this inquiry could reshape the supermarket sector and deep dive into issues around the cost of groceries. Host: Tiffany Tan CPA, Audit and Assurance Lead, Policy and Advocacy, CPA Australia Guest: Professor Matthew Pinnuck from the University of Melbourne Head online to read the final report on supermarkets by the ACCC.  You can also read the ACCC's interim report on supermarkets, the inquiry's overview as well as learn more about the ACCC and the scope of its work. Additionally, you can see Professor Pinnuck's submission to the inquiry, as well as the ACCC's information on the food and grocery code of conduct for the industry. For more on Professor Matthew Pinnuck, head to his Melbourne University expert profile page.  You can find a CPA at our custom portal on the CPA Australia website. Would you like to listen to more With Interest episodes? Head to CPA Australia's podcast tab on its YouTube channel CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting: With Interest INTHEBLACK INTHEBLACK Out Loud Excel Tips Search for them in your podcast platform. Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au

4BC Breakfast with Neil Breen Podcast
"Government needs to step in": Brisbane fuel prices consistently highest in Australia

4BC Breakfast with Neil Breen Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 11:15


Out of Australia’s five largest cities, Brisbane residents are paying the most for fuel. A report from the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission found Brisbane’s average retail petrol prices were the highest at 186.4 cents per litre. Economist and Affordability Specialist at the RACQ, Dr Ian Jeffreys, told Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive, "Brisbane has consistently been the most expensive out of all of the large capitals." "They've said it's down to market conditions as if market conditions are somehow and on a stone tablet somewhere. But, market conditions are the choices the fuel companies make," Dr Jeffreys said.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham
Consumer Commission challenges FlySafair on overbooking policy

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2025 7:35


John Maytham is joined by Ms. Prudence Moilwa, Head of Complaints and Investigations at the National Consumer Commission, to discuss the progress of the FlySafair investigation. Ms. Moilwa shares insights into the ongoing inquiry, the objectives of the NCC in addressing consumer concerns, and provides guidance on how consumers can actively engage in the process.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4BC Breakfast with Laurel, Gary & Mark
How to save the most on your energy bills in 2025

4BC Breakfast with Laurel, Gary & Mark

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 7:26


The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has revealed recently that Aussies could save up to $300 on their energy bills if they just shopped around for a better deal. David Koch from Compare the Market told Dean Miller on 4BC Summer Breakfast, "Just with your own energy retailer, there can be hundreds of dollars in savings, let alone going and comparing it with other energy retailers."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Update@Noon
National Consumer Commission warns consumers to exercise caution when interacting with online links to alleged Black Friday specials

Update@Noon

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2024 12:25


The festive season is upon us, and that means that all kinds of "special deals" are available at various stores and online shops. However, The National Consumer Commission (NCC) is warning consumers to exercise caution when interacting with certain online suppliers during this Black Friday, the festive season and beyond. The commission says  consumers must be aware of scammers and cyber criminals while making online purchases. Jon Gericke spoke to Ayanda Nyathi, who spent most of the morning at  the Mall of Africa, North of Johannesburg...

Vegalogue
Advocacy Edition: Supermarket Scrutiny - Navigating Competition & Consumer Rights with Professor Allan Fels AO

Vegalogue

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 19:05


Vegalogue is a regular podcast from vegetable, potato and onion industry peak body, AUSVEG, where we examine the pressing issues and latest developments in our sector.Join us as we discuss the many diverse facets of commercial vegetable production in Australia with growers, industry figures, researchers and many more of the incredible people who make up our vibrant sector.The Australian supermarket sector is under significant examination, with government reviews focusing on market competition, pricing practices, and consumer protection. These reviews aim to address concerns about the dominance of major supermarket chains and seek to ensure, among other things, fair treatment of suppliers and a more sustainable and equitable supply chain. Professor Allan Fels AO is a prominent figure in Australian competition law and consumer advocacy, who has also served as the chair of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission.He joined AUSVEG to give his informed views on the recent flurry of attention on the big supermarkets, and the major developments of 2024.Thanks for listening to Vegalogue! You can find out more about AUSVEG and the Australian vegetable industry at ausveg.com.au. Subscribe to our newsletter, or follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Tik Tok, or Twitter/X.

Full Story
Inside the secretive world of Aldi

Full Story

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 19:30


As a privately owned company, Aldi rarely gets the sort of scrutiny faced by its listed competitors Coles and Woolworths, which are required to provide regular public disclosures including profit updates. But this week the public got a rare glimpse into the supermarket chain's profits and strategy as its executives underwent questioning by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission. Senior business reporter Jonathan Barrett tells Nour Haydar how the German company makes $12bn in annual revenue and why it rejects online shopping. You can support the Guardian at theguardian.com/fullstorysupport

SBS Urdu - ایس بی ایس اردو
Pricing and profits under scrutiny at inquiry into Australia's major supermarkets - آسٹریلیا کی بڑی سپر مارکیٹس میں قیمتوں کے تعین پر جانچ پڑتال کا آغاز

SBS Urdu - ایس بی ایس اردو

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2024 4:59


The first public hearing for the inquiry into Australia's major supermarkets is examining issues such as pricing dynamics and profit margins of the major retailers. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is leading the inquiry, with supermarket giants Woolworths and Coles expected to appear. The inquiry has heard from consumer advocates who raised concerns around pricing, food insecurity and a loss of trust in pricing. - آسٹریلیا کی بڑی سپر مارکیٹوں کی انکوائری کے لیے پہلی عوامی سماعت میں قیمتوں کے تعین کے طریقہ کار اور بڑے خوردہ فروشوں کے منافع کے مارجن جیسے مسائل کا جائزہ لے رہا ہے۔ آسٹریلوی مسابقتی اور صارف کمیشن انکوائری کی قیادت کر رہا ہے، جس میں سپر مارکیٹ کمپنیاں وول ورتھز اور کولز کے پیش ہونے کی توقع ہے۔ انکوائری میں صارفین کے وکلاء کا موقف سنا گیا ہے جنہوں نے قیمتوں کے تعین، خوراک کے عدم تحفظ اور قیمتوں میں اعتماد کے خاتمے کے بارے میں خدشات کا اظہار کیا۔

SBS World News Radio
Pricing and profits under scrutiny at inquiry into Australia's major supermarkets

SBS World News Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2024 4:06


The first public hearing for the inquiry into Australia's major supermarkets is examining issues such as pricing dynamics and profit margins of the major retailers. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is leading the inquiry, with supermarket giants Woolworths and Coles expected to appear. The inquiry has heard from consumer advocates who raised concerns around pricing, food insecurity and a loss of trust in pricing.

MONEY FM 89.3 - Prime Time with Howie Lim, Bernard Lim & Finance Presenter JP Ong
Market View: Levels to watch for US equities in Nov; Market reaction to US Sep PCE, BOJ rate decision; Earnings out of Amazon, Apple, Meta, Microsoft; Singtel hot stock of the day; Wilmar International's Q3 net profit down 19% yoy and more

MONEY FM 89.3 - Prime Time with Howie Lim, Bernard Lim & Finance Presenter JP Ong

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2024 15:52


Singapore stocks began the morning trading in the negative territory, mirroring overnight losses in the global markets. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) fell 0.8 per cent to 3,530.16 points after 117.9 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Singtel, after the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission filed court proceedings against Singtel's subsidiary Optus Mobile over allegations of inappropriate sales conduct.  Elsewhere, from more on results out of tech behemoths Amazon and Apple, to how key levels to watch for US equities this month – more corporate and international headlines remain in focus. On Market View, Money Matters' finance presenter Chua Tian Tian unpacked the developments with Chong Ser Jing, Co-founder and Portfolio Manager, Compounder Fund.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Update@Noon
"It does look like it was sold throughout the country (South Africa) " - National Consumer Commission recalls Top Score instant porridge following the deaths of 3 children

Update@Noon

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 6:47


The National Consumer Commission is urging all South African consumers who purchased Top Score instant porridge, to stop consuming the product and immediately return it to their retailer for a full refund. The commission has announced a recall of the product after three children, aged between one and four year, died allegedly after consuming it in Mdantsane, in the Eastern Cape province. A fourth child, was in a stable condition in hospital after consuming the porridge at the weekend. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Head of Complaints and Investigations at the  National Consumer Commission, Prudence Moilwa

SBS World News Radio
INTERVIEW: Former ACCC chair on the future of the big supermarkets which are set to face court

SBS World News Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2024 5:17


As the big two supermarkets are being brought to court over allegedly misleading consumers with their discounts, what could this mean for our food and grocery sector? SBS' Catriona Stirrat spoke with Allan Fels, the former chair of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission - the very governing body that is alleging Coles and Woolworths have broken Australian consumer law. Fels raises points around a lack of competition and the importance of accountability, as well as interesting questions around who might have been aware of these alleged behaviours.

SBS Sinhala - SBS සිංහල වැඩසටහන
Aldi is once again the cheapest grocer in Australia: Explainer 27 Sept - ඕස්ට්‍රේලියාවේ මිල අඩුම සිල්ලර භාණ්ඩ අලෙවිසැල Aldi බව නැවතත් හෙළිවේ: ක

SBS Sinhala - SBS සිංහල වැඩසටහන

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2024 10:04


The latest supermarket price report by consumer advocacy group Choice has revealed Aldi is once again the cheapest grocer in the country. This comes as Woolworths and Coles face allegations by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission that they have broken consumer law. Listen to SBS Sinhala explainer for more information. . - පාරිභෝගික උපදේශන කණ්ඩායමක් වන Choice වෙතින් ලබා දෙන ලද නවතම සුපිරි වෙළඳසැල් මිල වාර්තාවට අනුව Aldi නැවත වරක් ඕස්ට්‍රේලියාවේ ලාභම සිල්ලර වෙළෙද සැල බවට අනාවරණය කර තිබෙනවා. මේ පිලිබඳ වැඩිදුර තොරතුරු අද කාලීන තොරතුරු විග්‍රහයෙන්.

SBS World News Radio
One supermarket has been named the cheapest in Australia once again. But is everyone able to shop around?

SBS World News Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2024 7:25


The latest supermarket price report by consumer advocacy group Choice has revealed Aldi is once again the cheapest grocer in the country. This comes as Woolworths and Coles face allegations by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission that they have broken consumer law. But is it always possible for consumers to shop around?

SBS Italian - SBS in Italiano
Sconti civetta, Coles e Woolworths in tribunale

SBS Italian - SBS in Italiano

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 9:24


Il garante per la concorrenza del settore - l'Australian Competition and Consumer Commission - ha annunciato lunedì un'azione legale contro Woolworths e Coles. Il punto del professor di Finanza Max Tani.

Afternoons with Pippa Hudson
Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler : The National Consumer Commission

Afternoons with Pippa Hudson

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 36:14


Pippa continues the discussion with Consumer journalist Wendy Knowler We about the National Consumer Commission with regard to its handling of complaints about cars which go horribly wrong shortly after purchaseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler
Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler : The National Consumer Commission

Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 36:14


Pippa continues the discussion with Consumer journalist Wendy Knowler We about the National Consumer Commission with regard to its handling of complaints about cars which go horribly wrong shortly after purchaseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on Woolworths and Coles facing legal action for misleading discounts

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 5:00


Australia's leading supermarket giants are set to face court after allegedly misleading consumers through fake discounts. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission claims Coles and Woolworths bumped prices of products by 15 percent for brief periods before selling them at a discount. Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says the supermarkets can expect to face fines and additional penalties over these misleading discounts.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Early Edition with Kate Hawkesby
Donna Demaio: Australia Correspondent on the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission launching legal action against Woolworths and Coles

Early Edition with Kate Hawkesby

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 2:36


Australia's consumer watchdog has launched legal action against the Australian arm of Woolworths, and its main rival Coles.  The ACCC's accusing the supermarket giants of breaching consumer law by misleading consumers, raising prices by 15% at times before dropping the price as part of a promotion.  The watchdog claims the price of hundreds of products were affected.  Australia Correspondent Donna Demaio told Ryan Bridge the ACCC is taking both retailers to federal court in separate cases and will be seeking significant penalties.   She said they'll also be aiming to impose community service orders on both Woolworths and Coles, which means they'll have to fund a registered charity to deliver meals to Australians in need.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Full Story
Is Australia stuck with an airline duopoly?

Full Story

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 26:20


When Rex grounded its capital city services and entered into voluntary administration last week, it joined a long queue of airlines that have unsuccessfully challenged Qantas and Virgin's duopoly. The former Australian Competition and Consumer Commission chair Rod Sims argues this was caused by ‘public policy failure' over the allocation of slots at Sydney airport. Guardian Australia's transport and urban affairs reporter Elias Visontay speaks to Tamsin Rose about how a lack of competition means that consumers are going to continue paying more for less

Our Curious Amalgam
#281 What Are the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission's Plans for Enforcement? Breaking It Down From A To Triple C

Our Curious Amalgam

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 29:39


The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission's enforcement and policy priorities for 2024-2025 reflect a focus on a wide range of conduct in many industries. What does this mean for practitioners, market participants, and consumers in Australia? Peta Stevenson, a competition attorney with more than two decades of experience, joins Jaclyn Phillips and Anant Raut to discuss the takeaways and implications. Listen to this episode to learn more about competition enforcement in Australia. With special guest: Peta Stevenson, Partner, King & Wood Mallesons Related Links: Easing Cost of Living: ACCC Announces 2024 Enforcement Priorities, With a Focus on Consumers Stop Right There: Australia's Merger Regime Set To Change Hosted by: Jaclyn Phillips, White & Case LLP and Anant Raut

Afternoons with Pippa Hudson
Consumer Talk: DSTV issues, Consumer Commission

Afternoons with Pippa Hudson

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 39:15


Pippa Hudson and consumer journalist Wendy Knowler chat about various consumer issues, including the DSTV channel that used to stop airing series before they were finished.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

dstv consumer commission wendy knowler pippa hudson consumer talk
Nightlife
Nightlife News Breakdown - Peter Martin, Business and Economy Editor, The Conversation Australia

Nightlife

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 21:20


Australia's headline unemployment rate was 4 per cent in May, down from 4.1 in April. Does it reflect how the economy is going? The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is warning that Chemist Warehouse's proposed merger with Sigma Healthcare could reduce competition and increase prices. Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has promised to restrict under 16-year-olds from accessing social media by implementing age verification, if he's elected.

SBS Hebrew - אס בי אס בעברית
Australians report more scams than ever before

SBS Hebrew - אס בי אס בעברית

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 5:43


Australians reported more scams last year than ever before, losing billions of dollars to financial criminals. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission says older Australians, as well as those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, are among those most at risk.

SBS Filipino - SBS Filipino
Bilang ng mga Australyano na nabiktima ng scam, dumarami

SBS Filipino - SBS Filipino

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 6:23


Kadalasang nabibiktima ng scams ang mas matatandang Australyano at mga taong mula sa ibang bansa na may iba't ibang wika, ayon sa Australian Competition and Consumer Commission.

SBS Dutch - SBS Dutch
Australiërs melden meer oplichting dan ooit tevoren

SBS Dutch - SBS Dutch

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 5:25


Vorig jaar zijn een recordaantal meldingen gedaan van oplichting, waarbij miljarden dollars werden buitgemaakt door financiële criminelen. De Australian Competition and Consumer Commission zegt dat onder meer ouderen en mensen uit cultureel en taalkundig diverse gemeenschappen, het grootste risico lopen.

SBS World News Radio
Australians report more scams than ever before

SBS World News Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 4:25


The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission says older Australians, as well as those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, are among those most at risk.

Law School
Legal Briefs: Understanding Consumer Law: Essential Information for Consumers

Law School

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2024 6:14


Consumer law is a vital area of legal practice designed to protect buyers of goods and services against unfair and fraudulent practices. This blog post delves into the basics of consumer law, providing consumers with the essential knowledge they need to navigate their transactions confidently. Whether you are buying a car, signing up for a credit card, or disputing a faulty product, understanding your rights and responsibilities under consumer law can empower you to make informed decisions and protect your interests. 1. What is Consumer Law? Consumer law refers to the regulations and statutes that provide a legal framework to ensure the rights of consumers are upheld in the marketplace. This field encompasses a variety of areas including product safety, fair trading, credit and finance, privacy, and false advertising. The primary goal of consumer law is to safeguard consumers from exploitation and to ensure that they have access to accurate information to make informed purchasing decisions. 2. Key Aspects of Consumer Law. a. Consumer Rights. Every consumer has fundamental rights, which include the right to safety, the right to be informed, the right to choose, and the right to be heard. These rights ensure that consumers receive products that are safe to use, are well informed about their purchases, have a variety of options available in the market, and can voice complaints about products or services. b. Product Safety and Liability. Product safety is a cornerstone of consumer protection. Manufacturers, distributors, and retailers are obligated to ensure that their products are free from defects that could cause harm to consumers. In cases where a product is found to be unsafe, liability laws ensure that those responsible can be held accountable, offering consumers avenues for compensation. c. Fair Trading. Fair trading laws protect consumers from deceptive and misleading practices. These regulations ensure that businesses conduct their operations honestly and provide clear, accurate information about their products and services. Practices such as false advertising, bait and switch selling, and wrongful pricing are prohibited under these laws. d. Consumer Contracts. Consumer contracts are another critical area covered under consumer law. These contracts must not contain unfair terms, and must be presented in a clear and understandable manner. Consumers have the right to expect that the terms and conditions of any contract they enter into are fair and respect their rights as consumers. e. Credit and Finance. Credit and finance laws protect consumers when they borrow money or purchase goods on credit. These provisions ensure that lenders and credit providers operate transparently and responsibly. Important aspects of these laws include the requirement to clearly disclose interest rates, penalties, and all terms of the credit agreement. f. Privacy Protection. In the digital age, consumer privacy has become increasingly significant. Privacy laws protect personal information collected by businesses. Consumers have the right to know how their information is used and have a right to privacy concerning their personal details. 3. Consumer Protection Agencies. Several agencies and organizations are dedicated to enforcing consumer laws and protecting consumer rights. These include the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in the United States, the Competition and Consumer Commission in Australia, or the Consumer Rights Protection Councils found in many countries. These bodies offer resources and support to help consumers understand their rights and seek redress in instances of injustice. 4. How to Resolve Consumer Disputes. When consumer rights are violated, there are several steps that individuals can take to seek resolution. These include: a. Direct Complaints. The first step is often to contact the business directly. Most businesses have a procedure in place for handling consumer complaints and may offer a refund, repair, or replacement. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/law-school/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/law-school/support

RaboResearch Food & Agribusiness Australia/NZ
Looking down the aisles of supermarket inquiries

RaboResearch Food & Agribusiness Australia/NZ

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2024 14:21


High food inflation has been a catalyst for the latest supermarkets inquiry from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission.  Michael Harvey and Pia Piggott discuss learnings from the last supermarkets inquiry in 2008, what the new inquiry will examine, and how the retail grocery sector has changed in Australia over the past 16 years.   

The Michael Yardney Podcast | Property Investment, Success & Money
Don't Fall for the Trap: Navigating the Minefield of Financial Scams with Stuart Wemyss

The Michael Yardney Podcast | Property Investment, Success & Money

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2024 37:33


In an age where financial transactions have largely moved online, the prevalence of financial scams has surged, catching many Australians off guard. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission reports that Australians lost a record $3.1 billion to scams in 2022. This is an 80 per cent increase in total losses recorded in 2021. This staggering loss highlights not just the cunning of scammers but also their ability to adapt to changing technologies and exploit new vulnerabilities. So, in today's podcast with independent financial advisor Stuart Wemyss, I want to ask him how to spot the signs of a scam. Our conversation today is an eye-opener, revealing common tactics scammers use to exploit the digital landscape and deceive individuals. We touch on personal experiences and the various types of scams, such as phishing and false billing. Whether you're an experienced investor or a beginner, this episode is packed with practical insights and data-driven predictions to help you make informed decisions.  Amidst sharing these insights, we underscore the significance of safeguarding personal and financial information and discuss how banks' robust security measures, though sometimes inconvenient, are critical in protecting us from these fraudulent activities. Links and Resources: Michael Yardney Stuart Wemyss – Prosolution Private Clients Stuart's Book – Rules of the Lending Game & Investopoly Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan Click here and have a chat with us Join us at Wealth Retreat 2024 – www.WealthRetreat.com.au Shownotes plus more here: Don't Fall for the Trap: Navigating the Minefield of Financial Scams with Stuart Wemyss

Daily Telegraph News & Politics
AFL Head Gear 7/3/24

Daily Telegraph News & Politics

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2024 2:14


All community footballers could be forced to wear helmets in the near future, with a head protection trial being launched this season.  The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has revealed it is going to look at whether Compare the Market should have to change its name because so many of the insurance products it compares are sold by its parent company.  The South Australian international education sector has bounced back and even grown since a Covid slump when border closures prevented students from coming to the state.  A prominent Sydney architect, who couldn't resist the lure of her neighbour's beautiful hydrangeas, has been convicted of being a flower thief. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Aubrey Masango Show
Current Affairs: National Consumer Commission calls for urgent test of peanut butter.

The Aubrey Masango Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2024 23:18


The National Consumer Commission released a statement that it was conducting a nationwide assessment of South African peanut butters to establish whether they have been affected by higher than acceptable levels of Aflatoxin, which can cause health complications. The NCC called to attention all persons who have these peanut butter brands to immediately stop consuming them and return them to the point of purchase. To have this discussion with us, we are joined by Mr. Joe Selolo,  Company Secretary at National Consumer Commission.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SBS Japanese - SBSの日本語放送
New report questions the causes of inflation - 「ビジネスの価格設定がインフレを悪化させている」と新しいレポート

SBS Japanese - SBSの日本語放送

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2024 6:04


Inflation is often blamed for high cost of living expenses - but a report commissioned by the Australian Council of Trade Unions says that the opposite is also true. Former Australian Competition and Consumer Commission chair, Professor Allan Fels, has released his report on price gouging and unfair pricing practices in Australia. - 生活費のコストが高いのはインフレのせいにされることがよくありますが、オーストラリア労働組合評議会、ACTUが委託した調査はその反対も真実だと言っています。オーストラリア競争消費者委員会、ACCCの元委員長、アラン・フェルズ教授はオーストラリアでの便乗値上げや不公正な値付けの慣習に関するレポートを公表しました。

SBS Dutch - SBS Dutch
Nieuw rapport zet vraagtekens bij oorzaak inflatie

SBS Dutch - SBS Dutch

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2024 4:57


Inflatie wordt vaak gezien als de veroorzaker van de hoge kosten van levensonderhoud. Maar in een rapport, uitgevoerd in opdracht van de Australian Council of Trade Unions, staat dat er meer speelt. Professor Allan Fels, voormalig voorzitter van de Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, schrijft in het rapport over prijsopdrijving en oneerlijke prijzen.

SBS Sinhala - SBS සිංහල වැඩසටහන
A report has been released on price gouging and unfair pricing practices in Australia: Explainer on 8 Feb; - ඕස්ට්‍රේලියාව තුළ සිදු වෙන අසාධාරණ භාණ්ඩ මිළ ඉහල යාම ග

SBS Sinhala - SBS සිංහල වැඩසටහන

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2024 7:52


Former Australian Competition and Consumer Commission chair, Professor Allan Fels, has released his report on price gouging and unfair pricing practices in Australia. Find out more with our Explainer Feb. 08. - ජිවන වියදම වැඩි වීමට හැමෝම දොස් පවරන්නේ උද්ධමනය දිහාවට. නමුත් ඕස්ට්‍රේලියානු වුර්තිය සමිති කෞන්සලය විසින් ඉදිරිපත් කරළ වාර්තාවකින් පෙනවා දෙන්නේ ඒ දේ අනිත් පැත්තට සිද්ද වෙනවා නම් එකත් ඇත්තක් කියලයි. හිටපු ඕස්ට්‍රේලියානු පරිබෝගික කොමිසමේ ප්‍රධානියා වන මහාචාර්ය ඇලන් ෆෙල්ස්, ඕස්ට්‍රේලියාව තුළ සිද්දවෙන අසාධාරණ භාණ්ඩ මිළ ඉහල යාම පිළිබද වාර්තාවක් ඉදිරිපත් කළා

SBS World News Radio
INTERVIEW: Allan Fels on his price goughing report

SBS World News Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 3:53


Inflation is often blamed for high cost of living expenses - but a report commissioned by the Australian Council of Trade Unions says that the opposite is also true. Former Australian Competition and Consumer Commission chair, Professor Allan Fels, has released his report on price gouging and unfair pricing practices in Australia. He spoke to Rania Yallop.

Western Australia Country Hour
Western Australia Country Hour

Western Australia Country Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2024 55:11


The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission will conduct an inquiry into Australia's supermarket sector, including the pricing practices of the supermarkets and the relationship between wholesale and retail prices.

Antitrust Review
In conversation with Gina Cass-Gottlieb

Antitrust Review

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2023 45:25


In the latest episode of Antitrust Review, host Nick Levy is joined by Gina Cass-Gottlieb, Chair of the ACCC, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission.Their conversation covers Gina's first 18 months as Chair of the ACCC, the proposed reforms of Australian merger control, the ACCC's enforcement practice, the role of sustainability considerations, the regulation of Big Tech, and much more.

Herbert Smith Freehills Podcasts
Talking Shop EP13: Greenwashing and ESG in the Australian consumer sector – Part 1

Herbert Smith Freehills Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2023 21:05


We continue to delve into greenwashing, with Sarah Benbow and Patrick Gay exploring the broad commercial, regulatory and legislative changes addressing ESG in the Australian consumer sector. In Part 1, Sarah and Patrick look at the nature of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission's concerns regarding ESG claims and how it's been taking action recently in this space.

The Briefing
How you are being tricked by dishonest influencers and fake reviews

The Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2023 19:55


The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission is cracking down on our online space. Two new reports flag major concerns when it comes to social media influencers disclosing advertising; and businesses commissioning and collating their own reviews. In this episode of The Briefing ACCC Acting Chair Catriona Lowe takes us through what we should be looking out for online. Headlines: New industrial relations reforms passed Heatwave hitting most of the countries east with temperatures in the 40s  Alan Jones lawyers issue defamation notice over assault claims  Scientists found a better way to grind coffee    Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SBS Filipino - SBS Filipino
Study shows Australia ranks among countries with the most expensive childcare cost - Australia isa sa mga bansang may pinakamahal na childcare ayon sa pag-aaral

SBS Filipino - SBS Filipino

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2023 8:00


The latest report on the childcare sector from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission suggests families are struggling with the financial burden of early childhood. - Iminungkahi sa pinakahuling ulat ng Australian Competition and Consumer Commission na ang mga pamilyang Australyano ay nahihirapan sa pinansyal na pasanin ng childcare.

SBS French - SBS en français
Le journal 01/01/2023 - Les parents australiens paient près de deux fois la moyenne de l'OCDE pour la garde de leurs enfants selon un rapport de l'ACCC - Australian Competition and Consumer Commission.

SBS French - SBS en français

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2023 8:28


Les parents australiens paient près de deux fois la moyenne de l'OCDE pour la garde de leurs enfants selon un rapport de l'ACCC - Australian Competition and Consumer Commission.

SBS World News Radio
ANZ to appeal after ACCC denies their Suncorp merger

SBS World News Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2023 3:22


[[A four-point-nine billion dollar merger of ANZ with Suncorp's banking arm has been denied by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission. The department's deputy chair says it will further entrench the dominance of the big four banks, and limit competition.]]

SBS Armenian - SBS Հայերէն
Greenwashing guidlines - Կանանչլուացումի ուղեցոյցեր

SBS Armenian - SBS Հայերէն

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2023 7:47


Australian businesses have been warned not to mislead customers in making environmental claims about their products and services. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has released draft guidelines in a bid to improve consumer confidence in environmental claims made by companies. - Աւստրալիական ձեռներէցութիւններուն զգուշացում կատարուեցաւ որ յաճախորդները չխաբեն բնապահպանական պնդումներ կատարելով իրենց ապրանքներու և ծառայութիւններու վերաբերեալ:

What The Flux
AI companies to compensate media publishers? | Google beats expectations | Pepsi's new growth channel

What The Flux

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2023 5:59


The former head of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission reckons that AI companies should be paying for news content from Australian publishers. Google's parent, Alphabet, saw its revenue beat expectations thanks to Google Ads, Youtube Ads and Google Cloud. PepsiCo has kicked off 2023 with a big fizz after its first quarter beat all expectations thanks to major growth in the Indian market. — Build the financial wellbeing of your team with Flux at Work: https://bit.ly/fluxatwork Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStore Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance —- The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.