Did Coles mislead us with its Down Down deals?
Consumer-friendly explainer aimed at a younger and general audience, covering the ACCC trial and alleged discount issues.
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Federal Court finds Coles misled shoppers with Down Down discounts
Retail trade coverage of the Federal Court decision and its implications for the supermarket sector.
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Coles share price down after Federal Court rules shoppers were deceived
Share-market-focused article reporting on Coles' ASX reaction after the ruling.
Coles misled shoppers and broke consumer law by engaging in misleading conduct, Federal Court finds
Mainstream business coverage of the Federal Court decision and misleading conduct finding.
Coles found guilty in ACCC Down Down case
Retail-focused summary of the ruling, noting that penalties are pending and that the decision covered 13 of 14 sample products.
Coles faces court over misleading discount allegations
Background on the ACCC allegations against Coles, including claims relating to 245 products between February 2022 and May 2023.
Case of the century: Coles faces Federal Court over discount furore
Retail industry background on the case before the Federal Court decision.
ACCC tackles Coles, Woolworths in Federal Court over discount claims
Trade-industry article linking the Coles matter to the ACCC's broader proceedings against Coles and Woolworths.
ACCC court win over Coles discounts sends shockwave through retail sector
Analysis suggesting the ruling may have implications for broader retail discounting practices, while noting the case was not a price-gouging finding.
Qantas Travel Credits Class Action Reaches $105 Million Proposed Settlement
Echo Law says the Qantas travel credits class action has reached a $105 million proposed settlement, subject to court approval.
GrainCorp Numurkah class action proceeds over alleged noise and odour impacts
The GrainCorp Numurkah group proceeding alleges residents suffered nuisance, amenity loss and property impacts from noise and odour associated with the company's oilseed facility. Court notices define the group by proximity to the facility and relevant occupation periods.
Joint liability trial scheduled to commence
Woolworths will face a two-week joint liability trial over allegations of false and misleading representations to consumers about its discount pricing claims.
Cadia mine contamination class action has first NSW Supreme Court hearing
The NSW Supreme Court Cadia mine class action concerns allegations that mine dust, fluids and contaminants affected nearby properties. Public reports say about 2,000 landholders may be within the claim area, with the matter proceeding through directions before any trial.
Qantas agrees to $105 million COVID flight credits settlement
Qantas has agreed to settle the COVID flight credits class action for $105 million, subject to Federal Court approval and without admitting liability. The proceeding concerned customers whose flights were cancelled during the pandemic and who received credits rather than immediate cash refunds.
Kmart faces manager wage underpayment class action
Adero Law says it has filed a Federal Court class action alleging salaried Kmart managers were underpaid for meal breaks, overtime, penalty rates, higher duties and out-of-hours work. The claim period is described as February 2020 to February 2026 and the allegations remain unresolved.
Robodebt settlement process highlights registration deadline for affected people
Services Australia and Gordon Legal have advised affected people about registration steps for a further robodebt class action settlement process. Media reporting has highlighted deadlines for eligible group members before Federal Court approval is considered.
Matter: Robodebt Class Action Settlement