WEBConsumer guarantees – snapshot. The consumer guarantees apply every time you buy goods and services. When you buy goods, the seller guarantees that: goods will be of acceptable quality. goods will be fit for a particular purpose. goods will match their description. goods will match the sample or demonstration model.
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WEBWe have commenced separate proceedings in the Federal Court against Woolworths and Coles supermarkets for allegedly breaching the Australian Consumer Law by misleading consumers through discount pricing claims on hundreds of common supermarket products. Many Australian consumers and grocery ...
Consumer rights and guarantees | ACCC
WEBBusinesses must meet a set of basic rights when they sell products or services. These basic rights are called consumer guarantees. They are included in the Australian Consumer Law. Consumers automatically receive these consumer guarantees when they buy goods and services. It is unlawful for businesses to mislead consumers about these rights.
Warranties | ACCC - Australian Competition and Consumer …
WEBA warranty is a voluntary promise that a person or business makes when selling a product or service. Once the consumer buys the product or service, the warranty becomes a legal right. Businesses must comply with any warranties they have provided. The terms and conditions of a warranty may require the consumer to do certain things in order to ...
Where to go for consumer help | ACCC
WEBYou can speak with your local state and territory consumer protection agency. They're sometimes called 'consumer affairs' or 'fair trading' agencies. They can provide you with information about your rights and options. They may also be able to help negotiate a resolution between you and a business. It may be better for you to contact consumer ...
Buying products and services | ACCC
WEBBuying products and services. Under the Australian Consumer Law, businesses must meet a set of basic rights called consumer guarantees when they sell products or services. Certain behaviour is also illegal under the Australian Consumer Law. If a consumer has a problem with a product or service, their first step is to contact the seller.
Problem with a product or service you bought | ACCC
WEBRegister your number with the Do Not Call Register. (link is external) provided by the Australian Media and Communications Authority, or call 1300 792 958. 1. First, understand your rights. You have the right to expect certain things when you buy a product or service. If you have a problem with a product or service, it may mean the business ...
Petrol price cycles in major cities - ACCC
WEBThe duration of each petrol price cycle varies from cycle to cycle and by location. The length of price cycles in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth has varied between city and over time. In 2023 the average duration of price cycles was around 6 weeks in Sydney and Melbourne, around 7 weeks in Brisbane, and around 2 weeks in Adelaide.
Scams | ACCC - Australian Competition and Consumer Commission
WEBTypes of scams. The most well-known scams that you may come across include: Dating and romance: The scammer creates a fake profile to lure you into a relationship, then asks you for money or to invest in something.; Investment scams: The scammer gets money from you for a fake investment opportunity.; Buying or selling: The scammer creates fake online stores or classified ads to sell you a ...
Checking a business is genuine - ACCC
WEBTo check if a business has a valid licence, registration or permit, contact the relevant registration or licensing authority. Check business.gov.au for a list of business licences and permits that apply. The department that oversees fair trading laws in your state or territory can provide information on business licenses and registrations.