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The Parliament has passed the most comprehensive changes to the Trade Practices Act since its inception in 1974, Competition Policy and Consumer Affairs Minister Craig Emerson said.

Hot water bottles should be replaced each year to reduce the risk of burns, said Consumer Affairs Minister Craig Emerson.

A fiery safety demonstration in which children’s pyjamas went up in flames after resting on a heater served as a warning about potential hazards this winter.

Consumer Protection WA is warning Western Australians to consider the potential health risks associated with 3D televisions before buying one.

Significant changes to the way in which consumers will be informed of product recalls have been foreshadowed by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission.

The Office of Fair Trading is warning Queensland parents and caregivers to be cautious when using baby slings on infants younger than four months old.

Consumers can feel confident that they’re not getting short changed on the quantity or quality of novelty toys or chocolates purchased this Easter.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has instituted proceedings in the Federal Court, Perth, against Alvaton Holdings Pty Ltd trading as Cut Price Imports.

Big W will make a contribution of $200,000 to the Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick and $200,000 to a major research program into the mandatory safety standard after breaches of the children's nightwear code.

Consumer Affairs Victoria Director Dr Claire Noone is urging Victorians to stay safe as people use the Easter break to catch up on their DIY jobs.