Latest from Australian Competition & Consumer Commission
Market close: Prices up despite lurking grey clouds
Sharp rise despite lockdowns, rising interest rates, talk of US recession.
Suppliers v supermarkets: Claims of 'anti-competitive' behaviour
Research found broad dissatisfaction among supermarket suppliers.
U-turn on cartels ran counter to advice
A government u-turn making directors not criminally liable for running cartels ran counter to official advice.
Nurofen slapped with $1.86m fine
Nurofen has been penalised by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission for making false claims.
Regulator eyes complaint against Chrisco
The Commerce Commission is looking into a complaint against Christmas hamper seller Chrisco as its regulatory counterpart across the Ditch announces court action against the Australian branch of the company.
Jeans recalled over dangerous dyes
Clothing retailer Just Jeans has voluntarily recalled four children's garments containing potentially cancer-causing dyes.
F&P Appliances facing legal action
Australia's consumer watchdog has filed legal proceedings against Fisher & Paykel Appliances over allegedly misleading statements about extended warranties on products.
Qantas barred from Emirates Tasman deal
Qantas has been barred from preparing for a transtasman alliance with Emirates due to fears it would lead to inflated airfares between Australia and New Zealand.
Charity begins on phone
New Zealand's first charitable telecommunications trust will launch this week, promising to match prices offered by the major networks.
Air NZ takes stake in Virgin Blue
Air New Zealand is taking its relationship with Virgin Blue up a notch, saying it has become a substantial shareholder in the Australian-based airline.
Govt approves Air NZ - Virgin Blue alliance
Air NZ and Virgin Blue have won approval from Transport Minister Steven Joyce to cooperate on routes across the Tasman.
Air NZ, Virgin Blue alliance approved
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has given approval for the proposed trans-Tasman alliance between Air New Zealand and Virgin Blue.
Jetstar expands in NZ market
Qantas-owned budget airline Jetstar is expanding in the New Zealand domestic market by offering 39 extra flights from February.
Virgin Blue threatens trans-Tasman pull out
Virgin Blue may abandon trans-Tasman routes after its alliance plans with Air NZ were knocked back by Australia's competition regulator.