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Consumer Affairs
Builder's customers banned from sharing reviews after legal threat
ProductReview.com.au says it has been forced to remove reviews of builder Wisdom Homes after being threatened with legal action.
Why 10 mobile calls, 2 landline calls and 3 gigs cost Annie $142.50
She only uses three websites and seldom uses her phone, but Annie McQuisten has spent around $17,000 on telecommunications in the past decade.
'Running lights and going up one-way streets': The risks people take to bring you dinner
Deliveroo faces legal action from cycle couriers who claim they have been underpaid and denied work entitlements.
Need for energy market independence to avoid fracture
The head of one of the country's largest energy utilities has warned the nation's energy markets risk fracture
Bellamy's shares hit hard on China roadblock
Only a matter of months after Jan Cameron took control of Bellamy's Australia, the company has run into roadblocks in the key China market, with the loss of sales to see earnings take a hit from the start of 2018.
Drones inspect damage as insurers hit with Cyclone Debbie claims
Insurers have been hit with at least 2500 damages claims since Tropical Cyclone Debbie made landfall on the Queensland coast on Tuesday and are bracing for more.
Maree's health insurance decision is saving her $125 a week
Maree Weatherstone recently made a health insurance decision that is now saving her $125 a week.
Cyclone Debbie focus now shifts to flooding, sugar crop damage
The sugar industry says up to a quarter of its crop may be affected by Cyclone Debbie.
'Rent now, pay forever'? Radio Rentals faces class action
Home appliance rental giant Radio Rentals is facing a class action accused of "unfair and unconscionable practices" that have up to 200,000 customers to the tune of up to $50 million.
The land titles decision that could cost us up to '$200 million'
The Berejiklian government has been accused of being "reckless in the extreme" by making a "last-minute" decision in relation to its land titles registry privatisation that Labor claims could potentially cost taxpayers hundreds of millions of dollars.
Outdated energy market threatens supply security
Operator of national energy markets warns the electricity market is out of date and needs to be overhauled.
Medibank under fire after thousands of invoices delayed
Medibank Private has come under fire after about 25,000 customers experienced delays in receiving their annual premium renewal notices this month.
'I feel like I've been abused:' Airbnb host scammed by fake listing
A fraudulent Airbnb listing for a "Bondi Beach luxury villa" has reappeared on the home-sharing platform.
'Not seeing the value': decision time on health insurance
The upcoming premium hike of 4.9 per cent is making the Hannah family feel "nervous and sick".
No move on payday lenders three months after reform pledge
Vulnerable Australians are still being sucked into paying extortionate interest rates on payday loans and leased household goods three months after the government pledged to pull the industry into line, consumer groups say.
The Australian invention that could shrink your power bill
An Australian invention that can cut energy costs, reduce carbon emissions and slash demand for peak electricity is generating excitement among green technology investors as well as consumers.
'Not delivering': Holly's frustration at Australia Post
Ever tried keeping three children under the age of three quiet in a 40-minute queue at the post office?
Report shows which health funds have won – and lost – customers
The health insurance industry's report card shows one fund has shed more than 45,000 members.
Government 'looking for scapegoats': Why this CEO owes $1.5m
The CEO of a failed education company says its demise is "the doing of two government agencies", who ultimately wear responsibility.
Radio Rentals faces compensation bill over alleged breaches
The company behind consumer finance group Radio Rentals is expecting to be hit with civil penalties over alleged breaches of responsible lending rules.
'More people invite total strangers from Tinder or Grindr': Spencer's Airbnb quandary
Strata fees could fall in buildings that allow owners to list their properties on Airbnb, under a new program launched this week.
The 'healthy' bread that contains as much salt as packet of chips
Rye and sourdough breads may seem to be the healthier options at the supermarket. But researchers are raising alarm over high salt levels.
Why your neighbour's home insurance might cost half as much as yours
Research shows insurers are charging more than twice as much for similar homes in the same suburb
Medibank hits back against deceptive conduct allegations
Medibank has hit back against claims it mislead and deceived consumers by secretly changing some of its policies, saying it has "always been very clear with members".
'The last time I buy online': Ben's dream barbecue turns into a nightmare
This year alone the ACCC has received more than 1000 reports of online shopping scams worth more than $150,000.
The phone bill price that shocks Australians the most
A recent survey has found Australians have a high tolerance for mobile bill shock.
Food companies criticised over use of health star ratings
Food companies are being accused of hiding the unhealthiness of products by keeping the packaging void of health star ratings.
Why your mortgage broker may not get you the best deal
Many of us trust mortgage brokers to get us the best home loan deals. But the banks are giving them incentives to make sure its interest are placed first.
Households abandoning the grid have 'lost faith'
Energy group warns rise in solar systems clear evidence consumers 'have lost faith' in their energy supplier.