The ACCC has commenced proceedings in the Federal Court against Microsoft Australia and its US-based parent company Microsoft Corporation for allegedly misleading approximately 2.7 million Australian ...

Franchisors and franchisees have rights and obligations under the: Franchising Code of Conduct competition and consumer laws. The ACCC regulates the franchising code and the Competition and Consumer ...

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has accepted a court enforceable undertaking from Connected Audio Visual Pty Ltd (Connected Audio Visual) after Connected Audio Visual ...

Our free online course is a great starting point if you’re thinking about buying a franchise. The course is helpful, whether you're doing early research or about to sign a franchise agreement. ‘Is ...

We take reports of potentially anti-competitive behaviour, including exclusive dealing. We investigate exclusive dealing arrangements that are potentially anti-competitive. We enforce the law on ...

The ACCC acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands across Australia on which we live and work. We acknowledge their connection to this Country and pay our respect to Elders past, present ...

Australian Consumer Law obligations apply to advertising on social media. Businesses must make sure that statements on social media are true, accurate and can be proven. Businesses must not make false ...

It’s not illegal for businesses to have market power, or to out-compete other businesses. It’s illegal for businesses with substantial market power to do anything that has the purpose, effect or ...

Use this tool to create an email you can send to the business you bought the product or received the service from. If you prefer, you can print the letter and send via the post. Remember to attach or ...

Honest advertising and selling practices under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 benefit small businesses and consumers alike. Enterprising small businesses should be able to prosper on the merit ...

A guide to educate businesses about their obligations regarding environmental claims, known as greenwashing, under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010. It aims to assist manufacturers, suppliers, ...

If businesses can’t supply a product or service that a consumer has paid for, on time or within a reasonable time, then the business must provide a solution. If a consumer doesn't receive a product or ...