News
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.
National Travel Reform
National reforms in the travel industry will see the repeal of travel agents’ legislation in mid-2014. This means that as of 1 July 2014, travel agents in Australia will no longer be required to hold a licence.
National Consumer Fraud Week 16 – 22 June 2014
This year the theme for National Consumer Fraud Week is “Know Who You’re Dealing With”.
Warning about Drover Industries Issued
The Commissioner of Consumer Affairs, Gary Clements, has issued a public warning to consumers not to deal with Joseph Ronald Gass trading as Drover Industries.
Ministers agree to push for small business protections
The Federal Government has moved on its election commitment to extend unfair contract term protections from consumers to small businesses, releasing a discussion paper with state and territory consumer affairs ministers today.
ASIC launches small business survey
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has released an online survey today to gather feedback on its services and engagement with the small business sector.
WAS/NOW PRICING NOW A FOCUS
Australian consumer protection agencies, including Northern Territory Consumer Affairs are advising retailers to ensure that their pricing claims are not misleading to their customers.
BE SMART - BUY SMART
Australian consumer protection agencies have developed an illustrated publication to assist Indigenous Australians to be confident consumers.