Omnicom’s proposed acquisition of Interpublic draws no opposition

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has found the federal government’s cyclone reinsurance pool reduced premiums for many households and...

Webjet to pay $9m fine over misleading claims about airfares and bookings

The Federal Court has ordered online travel agency Webjet to pay $9 million in penalties after finding the company made...

Power sector on notice as subsidised solar and batteries boom among households

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has warned battery and solar suppliers and electricity retailers that their sales practices will...

Harvey Norman franchisor fined over alleged franchising code breach

A Harvey Norman franchisor in Queensland, HN Macgregor Franchisor Pty Ltd, has paid a $15,650 penalty after the Australian Competition...

ACCC proposes authorising new soft plastics recycling scheme

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has released a draft determination proposing to authorise a voluntary, industry-led scheme to...

Domestic airline seat capacity still lags passenger demand

Domestic air travel in Australia has recovered to pre-pandemic passenger levels, but seat capacity has lagged behind demand, the Australian...

MicroStar’s bid for Konvoy assets sparks concerns

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has flagged preliminary concerns that MicroStar’s proposed purchase of the assets of Konvoy could...

Google admits anti-competitive conduct in Australian search market

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has launched Federal Court proceedings against Google Asia Pacific, alleging the company reached anti-competitive...

ACCC to probe energy plans that could mislead consumers about savings