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NSW Fair Trading Commissioner Rod Stowe today said a retailer with six stores across Sydney had been convicted of selling unsafe children’s toys and ordered to pay $3,216 by Parramatta Local Court.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has issued proceedings against Trade Quip Pty Ltd in the Federal Court, Melbourne alleging breaches of the Trade Practices Act 1974* as well as contempt of court.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is concerned that baby bling is still available for purchase online despite a national ban introduced by the Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer, David Bradbury, on Friday, 15th July.

SA Commissioner for Consumer Affairs, Paul White has announced that Consumer and Business Services (CBS) will be enforcing a ban on ‘bling’ babies’ dummies and chains.

Baby dummies and chains with decorations called "Bling" have been banned nationally because they could pose a serious safety risk.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission will be inspecting showbags ahead of the Royal Darwin Show to ensure products included in the bags meet mandatory safety requirements.

Babies dummies and chains with decorations (or 'bling') have been banned effective immediately following initial action taken by the NSW Fair Trading and a subsequent recommendation by the ACCC.

NSW Fair Trading Commissioner Rod Stowe is warning consumers about the national recall of a yo-yo ball, Smile Face Puffer Ball, supplied to toy stores, newsagencies, post offices, independent gift stores, amusement centres and vending machines in NSW, Victoria, the ACT and Queensland from March 2011 to June 2011.

The ACCC has released a new video in the 'Keeping baby safe' series on cot safety. It provides tips and advice on choosing and using a cot safety.

Sparklers are a popular novelty to use during birthday parties and other celebrations, however their danger can be underestimated. Adults and children have suffered severe burns from sparklers.