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ACCC to review unsolicited sales practices amid calls for outright ban
The ACCC has launched a review into unsolicited sales practices in response to the first ‘super complaint’ from a consumer group, which says cold calling and similar practices should be banned.
Emma Sleep’s German parent company not on hook for misleading ads
Online mattress retailer Emma Sleep has admitted to misleading consumers about the sale price for mattresses, but a court has found its German parent company is not on the hook because its executives did not give directions to the Australian unit.
Mobil admits ACCC’s claim it misled consumers about fuel, says it lost money
Mobil Oil has admitted it misled consumers by falsely claiming it was selling a specific brand of fuel at Far North Queensland petrol stations, but cites the challenges of supplying the fuel to the region, which it says was a loss-making exercise. 
ACCC drags Jayco to court for alleged misleading advertising
Caravan giant Jayco faces enforcement action for allegedly making misleading claims about the off-road capabilities of its vehicles.
Judge won’t let ACCC case against Spotless, Ventia get ‘totally unwieldy’
The judge hearing the ACCC’s price-fixing case against Downer EDI's Spotless and Ventia has proposed an initial hearing to determine if the companies are in competition, saying he won't let the case become “totally unwieldy”.
Competition cop confirms REA Group investigation
The competition watchdog confirmed Thursday it was investigating real estate listings company REA Group.
ACCC has concerns about $475M merger of rural retailers Elders, Delta
The ACCC has raised concerns about the proposed acquisition by ASX-listed Elders of Delta Agribusiness, saying it could reduce competition in agriculture products.
Thermomix cops $80,000 penalty for NDIS claims
Thermomix has paid $79,200 in penalties after being served with four infringement notices over ads claiming two appliances got the National Disability and Insurance Scheme tick.