Australian Competition and Consumer Commission

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  1. ACCC seeks views on Armaguard interim pricing measures

    The ACCC is seeking the views of large and small retailers, banks, and other interested parties on a proposed undertaking from Linfox Armaguard Pty Ltd relating to cash distribution services. The p...

    Announcement
  2. James Lane and Vuly pay penalties for allegedly making misleading representations during last year’s Black Friday sales

    Furniture retailer, The Sleeping Giant Pty Ltd trading as James Lane, and children’s play equipment retailer, Systems Operations Pty Ltd trading as Vuly Play Group, have each paid penalties after t...

    Announcement
  3. Bayswood Timber Wholesalers pays penalty for bushfire-suitable timber claims

    A Victorian timber wholesaler and importer, Bayswood Timber Wholesalers Pty Ltd, has paid a penalty of $19,800 for making allegedly false or misleading statements about the suitability of its timbe...

    Announcement
  4. ACCC opposes IAG's proposed acquisition of RAC Insurance

    The ACCC has decided that Insurance Australia Group Limited (ASX: IAG) (IAG) must not put into effect its proposed acquisition of RAC Insurance (RACI). Following an in-depth Phase 2 assessment, the...

    Announcement
  5. digiDirect pays penalties and admits to making misleading strikethrough discount claims

    Digital Imaging Express Pty Ltd, trading as digiDirect, has paid $99,000 in penalties after the ACCC issued it with five infringement notices for making allegedly misleading discount claims. In a c...

    Announcement
  6. Mazda, Kia, and BYD improve access to service and repair information after ACCC investigations

    Mazda, Kia, and BYD have improved access and reduced the costs for independent repairers to access their service and repair information, following separate ACCC investigations. Under the Motor Vehi...

    Announcement
  7. The Qantas Group and Virgin Australia report substantial earnings despite increased fuel costs

    Australia’s two largest airline groups have reported strong financial results despite facing significantly higher jet fuel prices, the ACCC’s latest Domestic Airline Competition in Australia report...

    Announcement
  8. Realestate.com.au removes restrictions in contracts with real estate agents after ACCC investigation

    Real estate agencies and their clients should have more choice and flexibility in their listing options for the sale and rental of Australian properties after the ACCC accepted a court-enforceable ...

    Announcement
  9. ACCC continues exemption to APRA arrangements for music rights

    The ACCC has issued a final determination continuing the exemption from certain competition laws for arrangements used by the Australasian Performing Right Association (APRA) to acquire and license...

    Announcement
  10. Online retailer Neptune Blanket pays penalties for allegedly misleading statements about consumer guarantees

    Online retailer Dysck Pty Ltd, trading as Neptune Blanket, has paid $59,400 in penalties after the ACCC issued it with three infringement notices for making allegedly misleading statements to two c...

    Announcement
  11. ACCC approves Peter Warren's acquisition of Wakeling Automotive's dealership sites subject to conditions

    The ACCC has approved Peter Warren Automotive Holdings Limited’s (ASX: PWR) (Peter Warren) acquisition of Wakeling Automotive Group’s new car dealerships, subject to conditions that Peter Warr...

    Announcement
  12. Kimberly-Clark’s acquisition of Kenvue approved subject to sale of Carefree and Stayfree brands

    The ACCC has approved Kimberly-Clark Corporation’s proposal to acquire Kenvue Inc., subject to conditions that Kimberly-Clark divest Kenvue’s Carefree and Stayfree period care brands in Australia t...

    Announcement
  13. Stronger product safety rules needed, including for online marketplaces

    Reforms are needed to close gaps in Australia’s product safety framework to prevent unsafe goods from reaching and harming Australian consumers, with online marketplaces a particular concern, the A...

    Announcement
  14. Exemption granted for New Energy Tech Consumer Code

    The ACCC has issued a final determination granting conditional exemption for the New Energy Tech Consumer Code, which sets minimum standards for how suppliers of new energy technology products and ...

    Announcement
  15. Court finds eHarmony engaged in misleading conduct in relation to automatic renewal and pricing of its subscriptions

    The Federal Court has found that dating site eHarmony made misleading representations to consumers about the pricing, renewal and duration of its online dating memberships in statements online and ...

    Announcement
  16. ACCC appeals dismissal of case against mail order company Magnamail

    The ACCC has filed an appeal against the Federal Court’s decision in July 2026, to dismiss the ACCC’s allegations that Magnamail Pty Ltd (Magnamail) made false or misleading representations to cons...

    Announcement
  17. Real stories show no one is just a number this Scams Awareness Week

    Four courageous Australians share their stories during Scams Awareness Week 2026, and join with the National Anti-Scam Centre in encouraging people to remember three simple steps: Stop. Check. Prot...

    Announcement
  18. Fire extinguisher suppliers amend lithium-ion battery fire extinguisher claims

    Suppliers of lithium-ion battery fire extinguishers have amended their marketing claims after the ACCC raised concerns about potentially false or misleading representations in relation to safety st...

    Announcement
  19. Subaru in court for allegedly failing to give independent repairers equal access to car repair information

    The ACCC has commenced proceedings in the Federal Court against Subaru (Aust) Pty Ltd (Subaru Australia) for allegedly failing to give independent car repairers equal access to the information they...

    Announcement
  20. Federal Court upholds $14m penalty in ACCC case against City Beach

    The Federal Court has today dismissed an appeal by retailer Fewstone Pty Ltd, trading as City Beach, against a $14 million penalty for selling non-compliant button battery products, in proceedings ...

    Announcement

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