Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) stories - Page 4

Telecommunications services provider Volitech has paid a $10,200 penalty for alleged false or misleading representations.

Retailers are being reminded of their obligations under Australian Consumer Law, with another Harvey Norman franchisee fined for misleading consumers.

The ACCC has begun legal action against reseller FDRA, alleging 'unconscionable conduct' in selling tablets in indigenous communities.

Optus Internet cops $51,000 in penalties after alleged false or misleading representations about cable broadband internet speeds.

LG Electronics Australia is heading back to court with the ACCC alleging the company made false or misleading representations about their rights.

The ACCC mandates a 9.4% reduction in Telstra's fixed line access prices, citing lower expenditures and NBN transition as key factors.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is seeking industry feedback the potential impact of TPG's proposed acquisition of iiNet.

Aussie firms must scan Facebook comments for false, racist or sexist content within 24 hours or face penalties, ACCC enforces.

Telstra extends warranties to 24 months for handsets on 24 month contracts, but Apple products like the iPhone 4 are excluded, sparking ACCC concern.