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Don't get Burnt by the Holiday Scratchie Scam

The NT Consumer Affairs Commissioner is warning Territorians to beware of another spate of scam scratch and win cards and colourful brochures which are being sent in the mail from Malaysia.

Residential Tenancies Jurisdiction to NTCAT

Amendments to the Residential Tenancies Act (‘RTA’) will transfer the jurisdiction formerly exercised by the Commissioner of Tenancies to the Northern Territory Civil and Administrative Tribunal ('NTCAT') from 1 June 2015.

Keeping Mum on gift cards

Northern Territory Consumer Affairs is helping Territory families get the most out of gift cards for Mum this Mother's Day.

Issues Paper – Central Bond Holding Scheme

Issues Paper - Development of a Central Bond Holding Scheme in the Northern Territory.

An issues paper has now been released for discussion purposes and to elicit comment on a proposal to establish a rental deposit authority in the Northern Territory.

Christmas Greetings and Opening Hours

The Commissioner of Consumer Affairs and the team wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a safe and prosperous New Year.

Travelling Conmen Operating in Darwin

The NT Consumer Affairs Commissioner, Gary Clements, is warning people to be on the lookout for travelling conmen reportedly selling goods from a white van in the Palmerston and surrounding areas.

Price Exploitation Prevention Act 2002 - Media Release

Consumer Affairs Commissioner Gary Clements has issued the following statement in relation to the Price Exploitation Prevention Act 2002.

Pack Some Peace of Mind

Australians dreaming of their summer holiday are being encouraged to 'pack some peace of mind' when booking their next trip.

Alice Springs Consumer Affairs Office Move

The NT Consumer Affairs Office will be moving from the 1st floor of Belvedere House to the Westpoint Complex.

Supreme Court and Government House Open Day

The Supreme Court and Government House Open Day is on this Saturday, 9 August 2014.