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Australians lost almost half a billion dollars to scammers in nine months — and that's only what we know about

Between January and September this year, Australians lost $424.8 million to scammers. But those figures are likely only the tip of the iceberg, with just 13 per cent of victims reporting crimes to Scamwatch.

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Australian farmers are being treated like mushrooms when it comes to fertiliser pricing

Farmers are being taken for mugs because there is no published price for one of the biggest inputs to farming

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ACCC pushes for tougher gas regulations

The government and the consumer watchdog are assessing several options to rein in soaring gas prices, including a mandatory code for gas retailers.

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Childcare cost inquiry details unveiled

The terms of reference for a consumer watchdog inquiry into the childcare system have been revealed.

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Threaten Australian gas companies with export limits to rein in domestic prices, former ACCC boss says

Exclusive: Rod Sims argues federal government needs to be tougher, stating ‘it just needs the threat and I think they will act’

The Guardian - AU

Federal budget: Jim Chalmers flags intervention in energy market as prices surge

ACCC to review gas industry as Labor’s budget forecasts point to a 56% rise in power prices over the next two years

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Fitbit taken to court by ACCC for allegedly misleading customers on refunds and replacements

Google-owned company accused of misleading consumers about their rights under Australian law

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Google-owned Fitbit sued over refund rights

Google-owned fitness tech firm Fitbit has been dragged to federal court over claims it misled Australians about their refund rights.

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Sunday surcharges are becoming more common at restaurants. What are the rules? Where does the money go?

More businesses are increasing their prices on Sundays to keep up with soaring produce prices and hospitality wages and industry bodies say we should get used to it.

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What are some of the common scams going around the moment? How can I protect myself?

Scams and identity theft were big problems in Australia long before the Optus data breach put many of us on alert. Here are some of the common scams going around right now.

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Scams, the Optus data breach and keeping your personal data secure — here are the top tips to help you avoid falling victim

ACCC deputy chair Delia Rickard, AFP Superintendent Brad Marden, veteran cybersecurity journalist Jeremy Kirk, and triple j Hack reporter James Purtill dropped by to help you identify scammers and how to avoid their tricks. Catch up on the full Q&A.

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Have you been targeted by a scam or fallen victim to one? We'd like to hear your story

With scams on the rise, affecting people of all ages, we want to hear about your encounter with scams so we can shed light on the issue.

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ACCC issues warning as farmers hit by online scammers taking advantage of supply shortages

The watchdog says "ruthless" con artists have led to hundreds of reports of fraudulent sales being made this year.

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Youpla collapse: ACCC warns funeral directors against ripping off victims

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission says people should not reveal to funeral providers they are eligible for payments from government scheme

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Information commissioner, ACMA to investigate Optus data hack

Further investigations by the information commissioner and the communications authority are being launched into the Optus cyber attack that affected millions of customers last month.

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ACCC begins ‘greenwashing’ crackdown on companies’ false environmental claims

Boss of competition regulator says scrutiny of climate claims, including over carbon credits, will be an enforcement priority

AAP

Treasurer rules out Medicare levy hike

Lifting the Medicare levy to funnel more funds into the strained public healthcare system is not on the Albanese government's agenda.

The New Daily

Scams are on the increase, and the police and banks might not help you

Financial scams are rising dramatically and the police and banks probably won't help you if you get stung, according to experts in the field.

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ACCC to crack down on 'greenwashing'

Australia's consumer watchdog has launched internet sweeps to identify businesses guilty of "greenwashing".

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ARM Architecture and former director hit by ACCC court action over design tender for Charles Darwin University campus

Australia's consumer watchdog is alleging the architectural firm which won one a major tender for Charles Darwin University's new CBD campus engaged in bid rigging by asking competitors not to bid.

AAP

Ruling on Telstra-TPG deal due in December

The competition watchdog says it needs more time to assess Telstra and TPG's network sharing pact and will likely rule on it in early December.

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Government’s own maths says runaway energy bills about to get much worse – why not act?

Runaway energy bills a sign of the cost of government inaction as prices soar, although they could be reined in with simple regulation.

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PM indicates timeframe for Indigenous voice referendum – as it happened

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ACCC approves campervan companies' merger

NZX-listed THL and ASX-listed Apollo Tourism and Leisure will sell some of their fleet to Jucy in order for their merger to go ahead.

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The fuel excise cut has ended. Here is what it means for fuel prices and whether you should fill up with petrol or diesel now

Motorists are being told to prepare for rising fuel prices as the tax cut made six months ago comes to an end. Here's what you need to know.

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