Fears ticket scalping will surge post-lockdown as laws fail to rein in Viagogo
Despite anti-scalping legislation in most states, the ticket reseller is still up to its old tricks.
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Are superannuation tax concessions fair?
Experts and system reviews say current concessions aren’t sustainable – and benefit some people more than others.
Financial giants enter the buy now, pay later market
But are the new BNPL services from Commonwealth Bank and PayPal any better for consumers?
Financial complaints body finds 28 times against funeral fund
The recent findings are for misleading and deceptive conduct over pretending to be an Aboriginal organisation.
Whistleblower speaks out about trouble at ‘rogue’ landlord insurer
CHOICE has been told about problems in the complaints handling and recoveries of CHU insurance which have since been reported to ASIC.
‘Robodebt’ for insurance – renters around Australia being unfairly pursued
We uncover more cases of renters being pursued by insurance firms over accidental property damage. It’s time for change.
Are online betting companies profiting from the pandemic?
Gambling has long been big business in Australia, but with lockdowns and restrictions in force, online bookies are really cashing in.
Eco labels – too many, and too confusing?
Australian consumers want to make environmentally sustainable choices, but the claims aren’t always trustworthy.
Overdue government compensation scheme leaves many unprotected
Hundreds who have lost their life savings to failed investment schemes may fall through the cracks.
Is Australia waking up to its textile waste problem?
In recent months, a number of government and industry initiatives have been launched in an effort to put the brakes on textile waste.