Australian Airports Increase Infrastructure Investment, Potential Airfare Hikes

Australia's four major airports increased infrastructure investment by 43.6% in 2024-25, investing $1.5 billion. However, the ACCC warns that higher airport charges to airlines may lead to increased airfares for passengers.

ACCC Monitors Petrol Prices Amid Middle East Conflict

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is monitoring petrol prices in response to the Middle East conflict and its impact on international crude oil costs. The ACCC has reminded fuel companies of their obligations under the Australian Consumer Law regarding price increase representations and stated it will take action against anti-competitive behaviour.

ACCC to Scrutinise Fuel Pricing Amid Middle East Crisis

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) will increase scrutiny of fuel pricing and distribution amid the Middle East crisis. The ACCC will hold urgent meetings with fuel market participants and commence weekly market updates to enhance transparency and address consumer concerns about price spikes and regional supply issues.

ACCC: Hyatt changes card surcharges after investigation

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) announced that Hyatt hotels in Australia have changed their card payment surcharging practices following an ACCC investigation. Hyatt Regency Sydney was found to be charging debit card surcharges above its costs, in breach of the Competition and Consumer Act. All Hyatt hotels in Australia have now implemented changes to ensure compliance.

ACCC Monitoring of Fuel Prices

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has launched a new weekly fuel price monitoring update, highlighting significant and rapid price variations in petrol and diesel across Australian capital cities. The ACCC is seeking explanations from major fuel retailers regarding these price movements.

ASIC bans financial adviser Raluca Terheci for six years

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has banned financial adviser Raluca Terheci from providing financial services for six years. ASIC found she provided inappropriate advice and made false and misleading statements to clients regarding high-risk investments.

Remedy Housing Officers Sentenced for Dishonesty Offences

Three former Remedy Housing officials, Brent Smith, Mahmoud Khodr, and Fue Mano, have been sentenced for dishonesty offences related to promoting interest-free mortgages. The company received $1.83 million in deposits from 107 customers, with significant misappropriation of funds by the officials.

Capital Mining Limited Directors' Charges Discontinued

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (Cth) has discontinued charges against former Capital Mining Limited directors Peter Dykes, Anthony Dunlop, and Peter Torney. ASIC considers the matter finalised following this decision.

ASIC Disqualifies Director for Five Years Over 20 Company Failures

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has disqualified Vincenzo Frank Tesoriero from managing corporations for five years due to his involvement in the failure of 20 companies. The disqualification stems from findings of improper conduct, including facilitating fraudulent transactions and mismanaging company funds.

ASIC Disqualifies Simon Raftery from Managing Corporations

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has disqualified Simon Raftery from managing corporations for two and a half years due to his involvement in five failed companies. These companies owed approximately $43 million to creditors.