Australia’s second-largest fresh vegetable supplier has admitted fixing prices on broccoli, cauliflower, and lettuce sold to ALDI. A $12 million penalty is proposed, but a judge has the final say.
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission
Posted inNational News, Phones and internet
Senate report demands Triple Zero overhaul
A year-long Senate inquiry has delivered its verdict on Australia’s Triple Zero failures, from nationalising the service to a text-based emergency option. Here’s what’s recommended.
Posted inMoney, National News
Banks told to move eligible customers to cheaper accounts
Banks will have to start chasing down customers stuck on higher-fee accounts, after the ACCC found 150,000 low-income Australians were missing out on cheaper options.
Posted inPort Macquarie, Transport and Freight
Push for direct Melbourne flights to return to Port Macquarie
Port Macquarie lost its direct Melbourne flights when Bonza collapsed. Now the airport is fighting to bring them back — and needs local businesses to make the case.