Federal Court decision reinforces risks of unlicensed lending in motor vehicle finance

Introduction A recent Federal Court decision has reinforced the regulatory and consumer protection risks associated with unlicensed credit activities in Australia’s car finance sector. These risks are particularly evident in dealership-based finance […]
ASIC Enforcement Priorities 2026 and What Businesses Need to Know

ASIC has announced its enforcement priorities for 2026. ASIC continues to build on its 2025 priorities and has increased its enforcement activity, with ASIC reporting it has doubled the number […]
Competition and Consumer Protection Training: Safeguarding Fairness and Trust

Competition and consumer protection laws are designed to keep markets fair and safeguard consumer rights. In Australia, the Competition and Consumer Act (CCA) outlines strict rules for organisations, with penalties […]
Australian Consumer Law Training: Lessons from a Popular Case

In June 2025, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) launched legal proceedings against a leading company, Australia’s largest caravan manufacturer, for allegedly misleading consumers about the off-road capabilities of […]