ACCC takes Noni B, Millers owner to court over delayed online orders
Mosaic owns apparel brands including Millers, Rockmans, Noni B, Rivers, Katies, Autograph, W Lane, Crossroads and Beme.
Basket case: ACCC calls on small businesses to share their views for supermarket competition inquiry
Does your business supply goods to Australia's major supermarkets, or does your independent grocery business compete with corporate giants? If so, the ACCC wants to hear from you for its inquiry into the supermarket sector.
Small suppliers face “diabolical choices” when dealing with supermarket giants: Ombudsman
After a Four Corners report on supermarket supplier pricing practices, the small business ombudsman says suppliers face "diabolical" choices.
New bill promises special ACCC treatment for small business complaints
Small businesses would be granted a dedicated complaints process within the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, fast-tracking their concerns about breaches of competition law or franchising regulations, under a new bill before the House of Representatives.
Government says failed competition laws have led to lower productivity and wages
The government is currently consulting on moves to strengthen competition laws, with big company mergers and acquisitions in the firing line.
Coles, Woolies, Kogan and more: Choice’s 2023 Shonky Awards winners unveiled
Now in its 18th year, the Shonky Awards recognises the worst products and services from the past year that have left customers feeling frustrated and out-of-pocket.
Amazon sued by US agencies for breaking antitrust law
The lawsuit had been expected after years of complaints that Amazon.com and other tech giants abused their dominance.
Andrew Leigh: Competition is the spice we need for a more dynamic economy
Minister Andrew Leigh explains how leveling the playing field can help small businesses as customers, suppliers, and competitors.
What will AI rules for business look like? These Australian regulators have shared some clues
A submission from regulatory supergroup DP-REG is major key to understanding today's AI regulations, and how they could change in the future.
Small business concerns central to new competition law review, says Andrew Leigh
Australia's competition policies will face a fresh federal government review, as market concentration and falling business formation rates set off alarm bells in Canberra.
Beyond the Big Four: Former ACCC boss Allen Fels calls for greater competition in the consulting sector
The ACCC should have a closer look at the consulting sector and see how greater competition might be facilitated, according to former ACCC head Allan Fels.
Budget 2023: ACCC to begin work on “super complaints” pathway to fast-track small business grievances
Work is set to commence on a new pathway for small business representative bodies to fast track their complaints to Australia’s competition regulator.
