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The consumer watchdog is pushing for a $36 million penalty against Emma Sleep after it admitted to repeatedly misleading consumers about discounts, but the online mattress retailer says a $2 million fine is adequate.
Shein, Kmart accused of copying designs of Qld clothing shop
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Queensland clothing shop Sabo Skirt has taken 20 companies to court — including fast fashion giant Shein and retailer Kmart — for allegedly selling cheap knockoff versions of its designs.
IP Australia says f*ck yeah to vulgar trade mark
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Saying swear words are now part of the common vernacular, IP Australia has cleared a vitamin company’s foul- mouthed trademark for registration, on the proviso that the branding is restricted to goods aimed at adults.
Marist Brothers student shouldn’t be ‘shut out’ of High Court ruling: judge
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A judge has applied a recent High Court decision, which had a significant effect on survivor claims in Australia, in a historic sexual abuse case against the Marist Brothers, despite no explicit pleading of the necessary claim.
eSafety probes platforms over compliance with kids social media ban
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The sSafety Commissioner is investigating five major social media companies over their compliance with a new ban on kids under 16 accessing their platforms, saying they have not implemented appropriate systems to keep kids off.
FWC bumps pay rates for 18-20 year old retail, fast food workers
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In a ruling that will have a significant impact on retailers with a young workforce, like Woolworths and Coles, the Fair Work Commission has done away with discounted rates for 18-20 year olds that work in the retail, fast food and pharmacy sectors.
Council wins fight with TfNSW over land acquired for light rail
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Parramatta City Council has prevailed in a fight with Transport for NSW over land compulsorily acquired for the state’s light rail system, with a judge finding it held a registered interest in the land.
Development objector has no say after Land Court conciliation: appeals court
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A NSW appeals court has found objectors have no right to weigh in on development applications once they reach conciliation in the Land and Environment Court, and that judges don’t have to consider all material before the court.
Bankruptcy trustee for developer Sam Fayad worries $8M loan a ‘sham’
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The bankruptcy trustee for Dyldam Developments director Sam Fayad has raised concerns about upcoming sales of property in western Sydney, saying an $8 million loan secured against the real estate may be a “sham”.
Anthropic explores plans for data centre infrastructure in Australia
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Anthropic has confirmed its interest in investing in data centres in Australia after signing a memorandum of understanding with the Albanese government to facilitate collaboration on AI.