In the ACCC;’s second submission to the Australian Government’s Competition Review, the ACCC is calling for urgent reforms to Australia’s current laws governing mergers and acquisitions to ensure they are effective in preventing anti-competitive transactions and acquisitions which have the effect of harming consumers and competition.
Read moreIntroduction to Trade Marks Trade marks are a valuable business asset and represent the identity of the brand and goods and services supplied by the business. While traditionally signifying a “badge of origin”[i] and indicator of quality, trade marks also act as a powerful marketing tool in promoting product recognition amongst consumers. Trade Mark registration… Read More
Read moreThis update provides an overview of the new AANA Children’s Advertising Code (which comes into effect on 1 December, 2023), as well as the AANA Code of Ethics for marketing and advertising and the Broadcasting Services (Australian Content and Children’s Television) Standards 2020 which regulates advertising content directed to children.
Read moreMajor reforms are proposed to Australian privacy and data protection laws to align the laws with global standards and enhance protection. Businesses will have to start planning for the privacy law changes which are likely to be implemented within the next 12 to 18 months. This update provides an overview of the key proposed reforms and includes some steps businesses can take to get ready for the changes.
Read moreRecognising the impact of current rising cost of living on Australian consumers, areas of ACCC scrutiny for 2023/24 include competition/anti-competitive conduct, fair trading and consumer protection issues in the digital economy, the energy, telecommunications and gas markets, environmental and sustainability claims, unfair contract terms and the financial services sector.
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