Geelong Families Hit with Toxic Sand Cleanup Bills
Geelong families confront $500+ cleanup costs after toxic kinetic sand discovery. Learn about the contamination risks and consumer rights in this ongoing product safety crisis.
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Hinchinbrook Council Wins $1.8M Insurance Fight
Hinchinbrook Shire Council secures $1.8 million insurance payout after 18-month battle over flood damage to critical infrastructure. Mayor Ramon Jayo announces victory for community.
Canberra man accused of $40k fraud in wheelchair claim
Shawn John Michelin, accused of conning Canberrans out of $40,000 for undelivered landscaping work, claimed wheelchair dependence in bail hearing. Prosecutors dispute his claims.
Geelong Hospital Sued Over Catheter Death Negligence
University Hospital Geelong faces legal action after a woman died from alleged catheter perforation. Family seeks justice for medical negligence that cost a life.
Kmart's Chemical Roulette: Toxic Toys Found in Stores
Shocking investigation reveals Kmart selling toys with dangerous chemicals. Australian parents warned about hidden dangers in popular toys. Read before you shop!
Black Friday Shopping Trends in Australia Revealed
New survey shows Australian shopping habits for Black Friday sales. Discover how different generations approach deals and what influences their buying decisions.
Perth Lantern Festival Fails: No Lanterns For Pre-Paid Tickets
Thousands of Perth residents were left frustrated after the Water Lantern Festival ran out of pre-paid lanterns. Organisers promise refunds amid ACCC scrutiny and social media outrage.
Wiggles Recall Emma Bow Over Button Battery Risk
The Wiggles recall over 3,100 Emma Bows due to missing button battery warnings. Learn about the dangers and the group's safety pledge. Stay informed.
Townsville QCAT Hearings: Friday's Court Schedule
Your essential guide to today's Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal hearings in Townsville - from neighbourhood disputes to consumer complaints.
Hunter businessman demands cruise cancellation compensation
Newcastle businessman Paul Parker fights for compensation after his luxury European cruise was cancelled, leaving him thousands out of pocket and questioning consumer protections for Australian travellers.
2025 Shonky Awards: Australia's Worst Rip-Offs Named
Australia's most dubious products and services have been named and shamed in the 2025 Shonky Awards, with everything from misleading insurance to questionable education courses making the hall of shame.
CHOICE Shonky Awards 2025: Australia's Worst Products Revealed
Consumer watchdog CHOICE has named and shamed the year's most disappointing products and services in their infamous Shonky Awards. Discover which major Australian companies earned this dubious honour.
CHOICE Shonky Awards 2025: Big Brands Shamed
Australia's consumer watchdog CHOICE has exposed some of the nation's biggest brands for questionable practices in their annual Shonky Awards, with Commonwealth Bank, Temu and health insurer HCF among the major names called out.
Townsville QCAT Hearings: Tuesday's Tribunal Cases
Discover what's unfolding at Townsville's QCAT this Tuesday, November 4, as locals bring property disputes, consumer complaints, and neighbourhood conflicts before the tribunal.
QCAT's Monday Cases: Townsville Legal Disputes Unveiled
Get the inside scoop on today's QCAT hearings in Townsville, featuring neighbour disputes, rental conflicts, and consumer complaints that are shaking up the local community.
Master the Art of Haggling Like an Aussie Echidna
Discover how embracing the ancient art of haggling could save Australians thousands on everyday purchases, from cars to groceries, in our cost-of-living crisis.
Truck driver wins $1.48M after crane crushing accident
A Newcastle truck driver has won a landmark $1.48 million compensation payout after suffering life-changing injuries when a crane collapsed onto his cabin at a Kooragang Island worksite.
WA cracks down on greenwashing with new mandatory rules
Western Australian businesses face stricter regulations as the state government intensifies its fight against misleading environmental marketing. Discover how new mandatory guidelines will impact local agencies and protect consumers.
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