Australia: Competition and Consumer Commission investigation into misleading online sales claims
Progress
Current status
in force
11 Jun 2025 in force
Scope
Implementers
Australia
Policy Area
Consumer protection
Policy Instrument
Fair marketing and advertising practice requirement
Regulated Economic Activity
platform intermediary: e-commerce
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
consumer protection authority
Implementation Level
national
Timeline of events
Competition and Consumer Commission imposed penalties on retailers over alleged misleading sales claims
On 11 June 2025, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) issued infringement notices resulting in penalties totalling AUD 19’800 each on Michael Hill Jeweller, Global Retail Brands Australia (MyHouse), and Hairhouse Warehouse Onlin…
Event type
investigation
Action type
ruling
Government branch
executive
Government body
consumer protection authority