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Trust in Coles and Woolworths Plummets Amid Price-Gouging Allegations

Australians’ trust in Coles and Woolworths has plummeted, according to Roy Morgan’s latest quarterly rankings. Woolworths, which had been the top trusted brand since May 2020, has dropped to the 34th position, following accusations of price-gouging alongside rival Coles. Coles has suffered even more, plummeting a record-breaking 221 places to become the ninth least trusted […]

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ACCC Issues Caution to Supermarkets Regarding Discount Promises

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is actively assessing the possibility of filing a lawsuit against a major supermarket chain for violating consumer laws. This comes amidst the Labor Party’s efforts to ensure fair treatment of consumers and farmers by Coles and Woolworths. Gina Cass-Gottlieb, the chair of the ACCC, indicated that litigation might

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Senate Inquiry Targets Coles, Woolworths for Possible Price-Gouging

The Australian supermarkets Coles and Woolworths have been cautioned against raising prices before Christmas. This warning comes as they are set to face a Senate inquiry, a demand made by the Greens.  The inquiry, announced by Greens senator Nick McKim, aims to investigate these supermarkets’ price-gouging allegations. McKim emphasised the importance of the inquiry in

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