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As previously advised there have been significant changes to the Fair Trading Act 1986 as a result of the consumer law reform.  One of the significant changes is in respect to unsubstantiated claims. From the 17th June this year the Fair Trading Act was amended to include a prohibition on […] Read More›

This is a further article in our series of important changes to consumer law under the Fair Trading Act and Consumer Guarantees Act. The internet has significantly changed the way consumers purchase goods and services online.  Traders selling online need to make sure that they comply with the Fair Trading […] Read More›

  Another important change to consumer law that will affect both suppliers and consumers is in the area of buying and selling at auction.  Recent changes tighten the rules around auctions that are conducted by auctioneers.   The Fair Trading Act defines an auction as:  an offer to sell on […] Read More›

Today will be a significant day for Real Estate Licensees as the new amendments to the Fair Trading Act 1986 come into effect.  Real Estate Licensees will be required to comply with the Real Estate Agents Act 2008, their Code of Conduct and the new amendments to the Fair Trading […] Read More›