Franchising Code of Conduct - ACCC
Franchising is a way of running a business. The franchisor largely controls how the franchisee’s business is run. They also control the name, brand, and business systems used.
Home | ACCC
The ACCC is Australia's competition regulator and national consumer law champion. We promote competition and fair trading and regulate national infrastructure to make markets work for everyone.
Consumer rights and guarantees | ACCC
Under consumer law, businesses must meet a set of basic consumer rights known as consumer guarantees when they sell products or services. A business can be a consumer too, and these rights apply to businesses in certain situations.
Report a consumer issue | ACCC
Help us spot issues affecting Australians by making a report. Use this form to report a business that may be doing the wrong thing under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010.
Exclusive dealing | ACCC
Example 1 of exclusive dealing that isn't illegal Scenario. An independent electronics store decides it will only buy from suppliers that agree not to supply its competitors.
Fines and penalties | ACCC
Penalty amount. For some breaches, the calculation of the maximum monetary amount of a penalty is determined by reference to ‘penalty units’. The value of a penalty unit is prescribed by the Crimes Act 1914.. On 7 November 2024, the value …
Real estate | ACCC - Australian Competition and Consumer …
Childcare inquiry 2023; Digital platform services inquiry 2020-25; Electricity market monitoring inquiry 2018-25; Gas inquiry 2017-30; Regional mobile infrastructure inquiry 2022-23
Compliance and enforcement | ACCC
We use a range of tools to encourage compliance with the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 and the Australian Consumer Law. This includes enforcement action, consumer and business education, industry engagement, research and advocacy.
Australia Post - letter pricing 2024 | ACCC
On 12 November 2024, Australia Post provided the ACCC with a public draft price notification proposing to increase the price of reserved ordinary letters delivered at the regular timetable by 13% from mid-2025.
Competition and anti-competitive behaviour | ACCC
Competition leads to lower prices, more choice and better products and services. The Competition and Consumer Act 2010 bans business behaviours that damage competition.