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An unspecified number of retailers have been asked to justify their advertising.

ACCC taking action against multiple retailers for dodgy Black Friday claims

Some Black Friday sales advertisements made by Australian businesses may have misled shoppers, the Australian Compe...
Meg’s Flowers is facing $1 million in penalties for allegedly false advertisements.

Online florist Meg’s Flowers fined $1 million for misleading customers

Online florist Meg’s Flowers has to pay $1 million in penalties after the Federal Court found the company falsified clai...
ACCC Sigma Chemist Warehouse

ACCC seeks feedback on controversial pharmacy merger deal

Sigma Healthcare has offered concessions to franchisees as it plans a merger with Chemist Warehouse.
ACCC Chemist Warehouse Sigma
ACCC unfair contract law

ACCC puts franchisors on notice over unfair contract laws

Franchisors who fail to address concerns risk legal action.
ACCC avoid greenwashing

ACCC shares eight principles to help businesses avoid greenwashing action

The guidance includes eight clear principles.
ACCC new guidelines environmental

ACCC releases new guidelines for businesses over environmental claims

The ACCC guidance aims to address the issue identified by the commission’s recent report.
franchisors key facts sheet

Franchisors need to download new format key facts sheet

The previous Smart Form introduced in 2021 is no longer available.
ACCC reappoints Mick Keogh

ACCC deputy chair reappointed

Treasurer Jim Chalmers will reappoint ACCC deputy chair Mick Keogh for a further five years, starting tomorrow, 30 May 2...
ACCC sustainability claims

ACCC to ramp up focus on sustainability claims

Environmental claims, and new unfair contract laws, will be among the ACCC's priorities through to 2024.