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  • ACCC public forums for the review of the Commonwealth Water Charge Rules

    The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is holding public forums for the review of the water charge rules. The water charge rules regulate how water infrastructure charges are set and applied and how information is published on water planning and management charges in the Murray-Darling Basin. The public forums are an opportunity to discuss water charging arrangements and contribute to the ACCC’s advice on possible amendments to the water charge rules. You can... More
    Closed 25 August 2015

  • Proposed NBN Wholesale Market Indicators Report

    The ACCC is consulting on a proposed NBN wholesale market indicators report which would bolster NBN wholesale market information. At a high level information to be disclosed in the report would comprise: Services in operation data through a variety of lenses – access seeker, technology, traffic class, speed tier and region Network capacity data and Services in operation data by access seeker for the Telstra network to enable comparison with the NBN market. ... More
    Closed 21 August 2015

  • 2015 ACCC/AER Regulatory Conference

    The 2015 ACCC/AER Regulatory Conference will be held at the Sofitel Hotel, Brisbane on Thursday 6 th (commencing 8:30am) and Friday 7th August (finishing at 2pm). The cost to attend the conference is $1500 per delegate, or $1400 for 3 or more delegates from the same organisation. Note, this does not include accommodation. The ACCC will provide for optional transfers between Brisbane Airport and the Sofitel via the Brisbane Airtrain, which stops directly beneath the Soifitel. Details will... More
    Closed 3 August 2015

  • Market study on petrol prices in Launceston

    Launceston is the second regional location being studied by the ACCC under the petrol monitoring arrangements announced by the Minister for Small Business, the Hon Bruce Billson MP, in December 2014. The aims of this market study are to explain why prices are higher in Launceston relative to the larger capital cities and to explain each component of the prices paid at the bowser. The ACCC is using its compulsory information gathering powers under Section 95ZK of the Competition and... More
    Closed 31 July 2015

  • PROOF – Pasture Raised On Open Fields CTM

    PROOF – Pasture Raised on Open Fields Pty Ltd advised the ACCC that it has written to IP Australia withdrawing its application to register CTM number 1635381. As a result, the ACCC’s role in considering the application has now ceased. Application Broadly, PROOF’s CTM is intended to provide consumers with “proof” that the products bearing one of the symbols below has been produced from animals that have been treated ethically and raised in a free range production system. ... More
    Closed 27 July 2015

  • Coles proposed acquisition of nine Supabarn supermarkets – ACCC consumer forum in Canberra

    The ACCC is seeking consumer feedback on Coles’ proposed acquisition of nine Supabarn stores. We are holding a consumer forum with members of the public on Monday, 3 August 2015 from 6pm – 8pm in Canberra City. Further details, including the venue, will be provided to attendees after registration. If you are unable to attend, we also welcome written submissions, which you can make following the instructions on the ACCC’s mergers public register . It contains more details about the... More
    Closed 24 July 2015

  • Criteria for accepting international product safety standards and risk assessments

    The ACCC is consulting on criteria for accepting international product safety standards and risk assessments. The consultation paper (below) identifies the three draft criteria the ACCC will use when developing and reviewing product safety standards and bans. The adoption of international standards and risk assessments supports the Government's overall objective to reduce the regulatory burden on business, community organisations, families and individuals. Please review the... More
    Closed 5 June 2015

  • Market study on petrol prices in Darwin

    Darwin is the first regional location being studied by the ACCC under the new petrol monitoring arrangements announced by the Minister for Small Business, the Hon Bruce Billson MP, in December 2014. The aims of this market study are to explain why prices are higher in Darwin relative to the larger capital cities and to explain each component of the prices paid at the bowser. The ACCC is using its compulsory information gathering powers under Section 95ZK of the Competition and Consumer... More
    Closed 31 May 2015

  • ACCC and IPA small business scams and cybercrime forum

    Know the risks and protect yourself Scams and cybercrime such as identity theft impose significant financial, legal and reputational costs on thousands of small businesses each year. You are invited to attend a free forum hosted by the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission and the Institute of Public Accountants. Hear from three subject-matter experts about the risks small businesses face and the steps they can take to protect themselves: Dr Louis Geneste,... More
    Closed 14 May 2015

  • Australian Childhood Foundation CTM

    The ACCC is considering an application to register Certification Trade Mark (CTM) number 1585884 from the Australian Childhood Foundation (ACF). Application The ACF’s CTM application is intended to allow organisations to display the mark if they are accredited by the ACF under its Safeguarding Children Program as having best practice standards for protecting children and young people from abuse and exploitation whilst they participate in the organisation’s services and programs.... More
    Closed 13 May 2015

  • Options to limit consumer exposure to hazardous azo dyes

    Please note: The ACCC has received a number of requests to extend the end date of consultation. The date has been extended to Wednesday 22 April to account for these requests, however stakeholders are encouraged to make submissions as soon as possible. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has prepared a draft regulation impact statement (RIS) to consider the options to limit consumer exposure to hazardous azo dyes in clothing, textiles and leather articles.... More
    Closed 22 April 2015

  • Product Safety and Recalls websites survey

    The productsafety.gov.au and recalls.gov.au websites provide Australian consumers and businesses with information about product safety matters. The Recalls website updates daily with information on recalled products across Australia. The Product Safety website contains information for businesses and consumers on product safety matters, regulations and news alerts. The ACCC has developed and administers the Product Safety website on behalf of all Australian consumer product safety... More
    Closed 21 April 2015

  • SCAMwatch website survey

    SCAMwatch.gov.au is a website that provides Australian consumers and small businesses with information about how to recognise, avoid and report scams. The website is maintained by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC). The ACCC is in the process of updating and improving the SCAMwatch website. More
    Closed 10 December 2014

  • Products that use or contain button or coin cell batteries

    The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is seeking information from industry on products that use button and coin batteries, their compartment security and the warnings currently on products to inform the non-regulatory strategies proposed for reducing the hazard. Suppliers are invited to complete the survey comprised of 12 questions by close of business 14 November 2014. It is estimated the survey will require no more than 5-10 minutes to complete. Note: Products... More
    Closed 14 November 2014

  • Lifemark Village Pty Ltd CTM

    The ACCC is considering an application to register a Certification Trade Mark (CTM) number 1605921 from Lifemark Village Pty Ltd (Lifemark). Application Lifemark’s CTM application is intended to allow retirement Villages and Village owners and/or operators to display the mark if they can demonstrate to an independent third party that they fulfil minimum operational and service requirements and are committed to continuous improvement. ACCC role Under Part 16 of the Trade... More
    Closed 26 September 2014

  • Domestic transmission capacity service final access determination - pricing conditions

    On 24 July 2014, the ACCC commenced consultation on the primary price terms and conditions for the 2015 domestic transmission capacity service (DTCS) final access determination (FAD). The ACCC seeks submissions from interested parties on the issues outlined in the DTCS FAD primary prices discussion paper by 5:00pm on 19 September 2014. More
    Closed 19 September 2014

  • Review of the mandatory standard for prams and strollers

    The ACCC is reviewing the mandatory safety standard for prams and strollers. The consultation paper provides information about the issues that are being considered during this review and sets out a proposal for how this safety standard could be updated. Stakeholders are invited to make written submissions on the consultation paper by close of business 15 September 2014. In addition to completing the questions, stakeholders are invited to provide detailed evidence-based comments to... More
    Closed 15 September 2014

  • Review of the mandatory standard for bunk beds

    The ACCC is reviewing the mandatory safety standard for bunk beds. Stakeholders are invited to make written submissions on the consultation paper by close of business 15 September 2014. In addition to completing the questions, stakeholders are invited to provide detailed evidence-based comments to support their submission. The online questionnaire is the preferred way of receiving submissions, however stakeholders may also provide submissions via: Email: ... More
    Closed 15 September 2014

  • Review of the mandatory standard for household cots

    The ACCC is reviewing the mandatory safety standard for household cots . The consultation paper provides information about the issues that are being considered during this review and sets out a proposal for how this safety standard could be updated. Stakeholders are invited to make written submissions on the consultation paper by close of business 15 September 2014. In addition to completing the questions, stakeholders are invited to provide detailed evidence-based comments to... More
    Closed 15 September 2014

  • Mobile terminating access service - pricing approaches

    On 1 August 2014, the ACCC commenced consultation on the pricing approaches to determine the primary price terms and conditions for the mobile terminating access service (MTAS) final access determination (FAD). The ACCC has released a discussion paper on the pricing approaches for the MTAS. The ACCC invites submissions in response to issues raised in this discussion paper by 5:00pm on 29 August 2014. More
    Closed 29 August 2014

  • Emerald undertaking draft decision

    On 7 August 2014 the ACCC issued a draft decision proposing to consent to Emerald's application to extend and vary. The ACCC seeks the views of interested parties on the draft decision by Friday 22 August 2014. More
    Closed 22 August 2014

  • National Roads and Motorists’ Association Ltd CTM

    On 20 April 2015, the ACCC issued a Final Assessment approving an application to register a Certification Trade Mark (CTM) number 1568411 from the National Roads and Motorists’ Association Ltd (NRMA). A summary of the matter and the ACCC's decision can be found below. Application NRMA’s CTM application proposes to provide an independent rating system for services across Home Support, Care Homes and Retirement Villages. NRMA, assisted by Gallup Organisation Pty Ltd and COTA... More
    Closed 22 August 2014

  • Draft NBN Services in Operation RKR

    On 4 August 2014 the ACCC released a draft NBN Services in Operation RKR and explanatory statement. The draft RKR requests information from NBN Co on the demand for NBN services in terms of services in operation as well as information on network capacity and utilisation. The ACCC invites comments from interested parties on whether the draft RKR: raises any concerns which the ACCC should take into account when deciding whether to make the RKR should include any additional... More
    Closed 15 August 2014

  • Review of the Consumer Product Safety Standard for child restraints in motor vehicles

    This consultation is intended to confer with stakeholders on a proposal to alter the mechanism by which the Australian government ensures that child restraints supplied in Australia for use in motor vehicles do not pose a risk of injury to a child travelling in a motor vehicle as a passenger and are legally able to be used, ie. are fit for purpose. Relevant information and views from interested parties are being sought to assist in assessing the proposal to alter the way in which the... More
    Closed 18 July 2014

  • FAD inquiries - Non-price terms & conditions & supplementary prices

    The ACCC has commenced consultation on non-price terms and conditions and supplementary pricing issues for a number of related declared services: fixed line services and wholesale ADSL service mobile terminating access service (MTAS) domestic transmission capacity service (DTCS) On 23 May 2014, the ACCC released a position paper, seeking views on these issues. More
    Closed 15 July 2014

  • Hunter Valley access undertaking: annual compliance assessment

    In May 2014, ARTC submitted its annual compliance documentation for the twelve month period from 1 January 2013 to 31 December 2013. The ACCC has issued a consultation paper calling for submissions from interested parties on ARTC’s documentation. Submissions are due by 11 July 2014. More
    Closed 11 July 2014

  • Additional costs associated with options to limit hazardous aromatic amines in certain clothing, textiles and leather articles

    Dear Industry Stakeholder, Recently the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) conducted a survey, and commissioned testing of certain clothing, textiles and leather articles for the presence of 22 hazardous aromatic amines. The articles surveyed and tested were of a type likely to be worn in direct contact with the skin for a prolonged period of time. Testing showed a number of articles of clothing and a pillow slip with unacceptably high levels of aromatic amines. As a... More
    Closed 12 June 2014

  • Access to Telstra exchange facilities

    The access to Telstra exchange facilities record keeping rules (TEF RKR) was issued in July 2008 with an expiry date of 14 July 2011. Following a consultation process, the ACCC extended the operation of the TEF RKR with some minor variations for another three years until 14 July 2014. The ACCC also issued another disclosure direction on the same terms as the previous disclosure direction in relation to publishing certain information received in accordance with the TEF RKR. On 9 May 2014... More
    Closed 6 June 2014

  • Fixed line services - FAD variation inquiry 2014

    On 17 April 2014, the ACCC commenced a public inquiry into varying the final access determinations (FADs) for the unconditioned loal loop service (ULLS), line sharing service (LSS), wholesale line rental (WLR) service and local carriage service (LCS). The ACCC has released a discussion paper to assist industry and other interested parties in making submissions to the inquiry. The discussion paper provides the background to the proposed variation, the assessment framework for making a... More
    Closed 19 May 2014

  • ARTC revised variation - Gap to Turrawan

    ARTC submitted a revised application to vary its accepted access undertaking to the ACCC. The proposed variation relates to an extension of the coverage of the HVAU to incorporate certain rail infrastructure between Gap and Turrawan. The ACCC issued a consultation letter inviting submissions from interested parties on the revised application. Submissions are due by 8 May 2014. More
    Closed 8 May 2014
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