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Official Twitter account of the ACCC. We promote competition and fair trade to benefit consumers, businesses, and the public.

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    May 19

    COVID-19 has presented a set of unique challenges for consumers and businesses alike, and navigating them can be difficult. We’ve answered your frequently asked questions here 👉

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  2. Jun 30

    Consumers can now choose to share their banking data to access more personalised financial products and services following the launch of the Consumer Data Right today. Learn more about the Consumer Data Right here:

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  3. Jun 29

    News: The ACCC is closely monitoring the introduction of the new mandatory dairy code of conduct, including by checking processors’ compliance with the code, and is ready to take enforcement action where appropriate.

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  4. Jun 25

    What may seem obviously suspicious to you, may not necessarily be obvious to others. Learn about the typical scams targeting you in our new Targeting Scams report here:

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  5. Jun 25

    News: ACCC applies to the High Court for special leave to appeal Pacific National merger decision:

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  6. Jun 25

    From Bitcoin to Litecoin, cryptocurrency is an exciting new development for many, but it's also ripe for scammers. Consumers lost $22 million to scams in 2019 -- up 400% since 2018. Learn more in our new Targeting Scams report:

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  7. Jun 24

    With a 40% annual increase, culturally and linguistically diverse Australians saw large losses in 2019. Learn how these scams work in our new Targeting Scams report:

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  8. Jun 24

    Look out for unexpected international transaction fees when buying online from major brands. Following engagement with the ACCC, Nike has changed its AU online checkout so customers are alerted that they may be charged an international transaction fee.

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  9. Jun 23

    Be alert. These four scams are on the rise. Learn how to spot a scam in our new Targeting Scams report here:

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  10. Jun 22

    If you’re a business owner, always check who you're communicating with and watch out for urgent requests for funds. Business email scams have lead to a 120% increase in losses since 2018. Learn more in our new Targeting Scams report:

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  11. Jun 22

    Scammers are targeting business owners like you. It's important to know what to look out for whether you're at work or at home. Learn more in our new Targeting Scams report:

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  12. Jun 22

    The ACCC alleges that, between March 2018 and April 2019, Dodo and iPrimus made false or misleading claims on their websites about the speeds consumers could expect if they signed up to their NBN broadband services. Read more:

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  13. Jun 21

    $2.5 billion lost. 1.6 million reported cases. Since 2009, we’ve seen a tremendous increase in scams. It's more important than ever to stay aware, and stay educated. See our new Targeting Scams report here:

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  14. Jun 21

    News: Caravanning Queensland’s proposed ‘loyalty program’ raises competition concerns.

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  15. Jun 20

    News: Wallenius Wilhelmsen pleads guilty to criminal cartel conduct.

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  16. Jun 19

    News: Coal producers to be authorised to collectively negotiate with Port of Newcastle.

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  17. Jun 18

    Some of Australia’s biggest winemakers have agreed to change their supply agreements with grape growers after the ACCC raised concerns that the contracts contained terms which were likely to be unfair.

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  18. Jun 18

    The ACCC welcomes today’s direction from the Australian Government to actively monitor and regularly report on the domestic air travel market, particularly in relation to its competitiveness.

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  19. Jun 18

    After we received hundreds of complaints from customers offered credits by Qantas instead of refunds, Qantas has begun contacting its customers to tell them they are entitled to refunds for domestic or international flights impacted by travel restrictions.

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  20. Jun 18

    News: AFG and Connective mortgage aggregator deal not opposed by ACCC.

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  21. Jun 18

    The ACCC has outlined concerns over Google's proposed acquisition of Fitbit, noting that Google's access to consumer health data may raise entry barriers, and adversely affect competition in several digital advertising and health markets.

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