# consumer protection (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover consumer protection. Page: Feed: --- ## [Curious about electric vehicles? Electrify Melville Expo has the answers](https://www.haveagonews.com.au/news/community/curious-about-electric-vehicles-electrify-melville-expo-has-the-answers/) _2026-08-22 · Have a Go News · Have a Go News_ Anyone curious about electric vehicles but wanting to hear from everyday owners rather than salespeople will have the chance to do just that at the Electrify Melville City EXPO 2026. The community event will be held on Saturday, September 5, from 1pm to 5pm at the Shirley Strickland Pavilion, 100 Coogee Road, Ardross, bringing together local volunteers, experts and trusted \[…\] The post Curious… ## [Father’s Day food fun in Perth…](https://www.haveagonews.com.au/lifestyle/food-and-wine/fathers-day-food-fun-in-perth/) _2026-08-21 · Have a Go News · Have a Go News_ Father’s Day is the perfect excuse to put away the barbecue tongs and let someone else take care of the cooking. Across Perth, restaurants are preparing special breakfasts, brunches, long lunches and hearty dinners to help families celebrate Dad on Sunday, September 6. From traditional roasts and premium steaks to fresh seafood and family-friendly feasts, \[…\] The post Father’s Day food fun in… ## [Tina Altieri returns to 9News Perth](https://www.haveagonews.com.au/entertainment/television/tina-altieri-returns-to-9news-perth/) _2026-08-21 · Jennifer Merigan · Have a Go News_ For many Western Australians, Tina Altieri has been a trusted face delivering the news for decades. Now, one of the state’s most respected journalists is returning to the place where her television career truly flourished – and she couldn’t be happier. After more than 30 years in the industry, Tina is rejoining 9News Perth as \[…\] The post Tina Altieri returns to 9News Perth appeared first on Have… ## [The other ageing rockers…](https://www.haveagonews.com.au/news/the-other-ageing-rockers/) _2026-08-21 · Have a Go News · Have a Go News_ When the lights go up and the band takes the stage, most concertgoers never spare a thought for the people working behind the scenes. But Australia’s road crews – the sound engineers, lighting technicians, stage managers and production experts who make live music possible – are finally stepping into the spotlight as part of a \[…\] The post The other ageing rockers… appeared first on Have a Go News… ## [Floraco’s final bloom leaves lasting legacy](https://www.haveagonews.com.au/news/community/floracos-final-bloom-leaves-lasting-legacy/) _2026-08-21 · Jennifer Merigan · Have a Go News_ A simple bunch of flowers can brighten a room, but in the hands of older Western Australians, it can also spark memories, friendships and meaningful conversations. As iconic WA flower grower and supplier Floraco prepares to close its doors on September 30 after 43 years in business, the family-owned company is leaving behind more than a flourishing \[…\] The post Floraco’s final bloom leaves lasting… ## [Dozens of Origin customers' full bank accounts, ID numbers accessed in breach](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-21/origin-energy-hack-update-60-customers-bank-account-access/107062636) _2026-08-21 · David Taylor and Kate Ainsworth · Business_ Origin Energy says as many as 60 customers had their full bank account numbers accessed by a hacker in July, but customer data has not been leaked or disclosed publicly. ## [Virgin flights forced to refuel halfway to Fiji after fuel contamination](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-21/fiji-fuel-contamination-impacts-qantas-virgin-flights/107061960) _2026-08-21 · Lice Movono and Nick Sas · Business_ In what one pilot described to the ABC as a "very rare" situation, airlines are being asked to fuel up at alternative airports and bring in stockpiles of fuel to Fiji's international airport. ## [Australian dollar climbs as global bond sell-off ramps up — as it happened](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-21/asx-markets-business-live-news-august-21-2026/107061908) _2026-08-20 · Daniel Ziffer and David Taylor · Business_ The Australian dollar is pushing higher again in Asian trade as the global bond sell-off intensifies. ## [They don't need oil changes or spark plugs but is it cheaper to run an EV?](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-21/does-it-cost-more-or-less-to-maintain-an-electric-vehicle/106836270) _2026-08-20 · Yiying Li · Business_ The electric vehicle share of Australia's car market has almost tripled in the first half of 2026 amid the cost-of-living crisis and fuel shock. Here's what you need to know about maintenance and running costs. ## ['Making trouble': Court unseals Murdoch family succession documents](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-21/rupert-murdoch-nevada-trust-battle-court-documents-unsealed/107059904) _2026-08-20 · Alison Xiao · Business_ Newly unsealed court documents reveal how the world's biggest family succession drama played out in court, and the crucial role an Australian executive played. ## [Finnish Seedboxes — Up to 20Gbps (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/hAi5f1HlQnsc) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Private Finnish seedboxes with 1–20Gbps speeds, RAID storage and 14‑day refund ## [Why it's households, not the government with the debt problem](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-21/analysis-national-debt-hits-one-trillion-but-its-nothing/107058026) _2026-08-20 · Ian Verrender · Business_ As the US crosses the $40 trillion mark it's easy to look at dollar signs but ratio to GDP is more relevant, writes Ian Verrender. ## [First Sculpture West exhibition makes a SPLASH!](https://www.haveagonews.com.au/featured/first-sculpture-west-exhibition-makes-a-splash/) _2026-08-20 · Jennifer Merigan · Have a Go News_ If you’re looking for something inspiring to do this weekend, make a date with SPLASH!, the inaugural exhibition from Sculpture West. We went along on opening night and were blown away. From the moment you walk into the transformed warehouse in West Perth, it’s clear an enormous amount of thought has gone into not only the \[…\] The post First Sculpture West exhibition makes a SPLASH! appeared first… ## [Compensation reforms include SMSF levy](https://smsmagazine.com.au/news/2026/08/20/cslr-reforms-include-smsf-levy/) _2026-08-20 · Jason Spits · SMS Magazine_ SMSFs will be captured by the special levy model used to fund the CSLR but will only be required to pay a nominal amount. ## [CSLR ‘but for’ loss removal welcomed](https://smsmagazine.com.au/news/2026/08/20/cslr-but-for-loss-removal-welcomed/) _2026-08-20 · Jason Spits · SMS Magazine_ Industry associations are broadly pleased compensation from the CSLR will be applied to actual rather than hypothetical losses. ## [Bendel case implications noted](https://smsmagazine.com.au/news/2026/08/20/bendel-case-implications-noted/) _2026-08-20 · Darin Tyson-Chan · SMS Magazine_ The SMSF Association has pointed out to the ATO the potential repercussions the Bendel case decision might have for the sector. ## [Blended funds cloud recontribution plans](https://smsmagazine.com.au/news/2026/08/20/blended-funds-cloud-recontribution-plans/) _2026-08-20 · Darin Tyson-Chan · SMS Magazine_ Withdrawal and recontribution strategies as a Division 296 management approach need careful consideration with blended family SMSFs. ## [CHSP retained as standalone aged care program](https://www.haveagonews.com.au/health/aged-care/chsp-retained-as-standalone-aged-care-program/) _2026-08-20 · Jennifer Merigan · Have a Go News_ The Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) will remain a standalone aged care program after the Federal Government announced it will no longer be merged into the new Support at Home program. The decision has been welcomed by the CHSP Alliance, which has campaigned for the program to remain separate, arguing it provides essential entry-level support \[…\] The post CHSP retained as standalone aged… ## [Calls for Prevention-Focused Health Reform](https://www.haveagonews.com.au/news/calls-for-prevention-focused-health-reform/) _2026-08-20 · Have a Go News · Have a Go News_ Bupa is calling for prevention to become the cornerstone of Australia’s next phase of health reform, warning the nation’s healthcare system is struggling to keep pace with rising rates of chronic disease. The private health insurer has released a new discussion paper, Building a More Accessible, Modern and Sustainable Health System, outlining a series of reforms \[…\] The post Calls for… ## [Rare deep-sea crab discovered off WA coast](https://www.haveagonews.com.au/news/rare-deep-sea-crab-discovered-off-wa-coast/) _2026-08-20 · Have a Go News · Have a Go News_ A rare bright red crab has been discovered off Western Australia’s north west coast as part of research into the State’s deepwater fisheries. Researchers from the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) found the species while exploring deepwater habitats for potentially valuable crustacean stocks. The crab has been identified by the WA Museum \[…\] The post Rare deep-sea… ## [Perth homecoming a special moment for world masters champion Sue Hillier](https://www.haveagonews.com.au/lifestyle/fitness/perth-homecoming-a-special-moment-for-world-masters-champion-sue-hillier/) _2026-08-20 · Have a Go News · Have a Go News_ Nearly 40 years after winning her first WA Open State Championship, Perth squash champion Sue Hillier is preparing for one of the most special events of her remarkable career – competing for another world title on home soil. Hillier claimed her maiden State Championship in 1988 and has since built an extraordinary international résumé, winning \[…\] The post Perth homecoming a special moment for… ## [Unlimited Mobile Internet, One V-SIM (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/RofeF6kX42ZB) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Automatically switches across T-Mobile, AT&T and Verizon; no throttling, no contract. ## [Australia's debt hits $1 trillion as US debt passes $US40 trillion threshold — as it happened](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-20/asx-markets-business-news-live-updates-thursday-20-august/107056572) _2026-08-19 · Adelaide Miller and Yiying Li · Business_ Australia's debt has hit $1 trillion at the same time the United States sees its debt pass $US40 trillion. ## [Australia 'can be very selective' about migration, says migrant rich lister](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-20/business-leaders-care-about-skills-not-numbers-migration-debate/107052186) _2026-08-19 · Nassim Khadem · Business_ There are divergent views among business leaders, from migrant and non-migrant backgrounds, about the impact of planned immigration cuts and the types of migrants that should be allowed into Australia. ## [Scam payments lead to an Australian business and its Israeli owner](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-20/fake-abc-scam-money-trail-leads-to-global-network/106895388) _2026-08-19 · Julian Fell · Business_ An Australian e-learning website was used as a front for scammers selling fraudulent investments, an ABC investigation reveals. ## [Oil prices spike after ships in Strait of Hormuz hit by fresh strikes](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-19/oil-prices-spike-as-ships-in-strait-of-hormuz-hit/107055414) _2026-08-19 · Jasper Wells · Business_ Three ships travelling through the contested Strait of Hormuz have been hit in recent days, according to British maritime officials, with casualties reported. ## [SMSF consumer protections welcomed](https://smsmagazine.com.au/news/2026/08/19/smsf-consumer-protections-welcomed/) _2026-08-19 · Jason Spits · SMS Magazine_ Changes to protect SMSF trustees and not saddle the sector with further costs or compliance have been welcomed by the SMSF Association. ## [Govt announces new fund safeguards](https://smsmagazine.com.au/news/2026/08/19/govt-announces-new-fund-safeguards/) _2026-08-19 · Jason Spits · SMS Magazine_ The establishment of new SMSFs will require greater disclosure by trustees of their obligations, plans and advice fees. ## [Commercial property now more attractive](https://smsmagazine.com.au/news/2026/08/19/commercial-property-now-more-attractive/) _2026-08-19 · Jason Spits · SMS Magazine_ Using gearing arrangements to invest in commercial real estate has increased among SMSFs since the change in the LRBA rules. ## [Court overturns ART tax agent decision](https://smsmagazine.com.au/news/2026/08/19/court-overturns-art-tax-agent-decision/) _2026-08-19 · Jason Spits · SMS Magazine_ The Administrative Review Tribunal will review the banning of a tax agent who didn’t meet his SMSF’s tax obligations after its initial ruling was overturned. ## [Hall’s Angels prove it’s never too late to have a go!](https://www.haveagonews.com.au/lifestyle/halls-angels-prove-its-never-too-late-to-have-a-go/) _2026-08-19 · Jennifer Merigan · Have a Go News_ At 79, Dini Ball never imagined she would be cycling up to 15 kilometres a day. Less than a year ago, the BaptistCare Parkland Villas resident was recovering from spinal surgery and simply grateful to be walking again. Today, she’s exploring Mandurah’s picturesque pathways alongside her two best friends, showing that staying active later in \[…\] The post Hall’s Angels prove it’s never too late to… ## [What year is your car really?](https://www.haveagonews.com.au/finance-property-legal/consumer-protection/what-year-is-your-car-really/) _2026-08-19 · Trish Blake · Have a Go News_ When you’re buying a vehicle, you might see several different dates on forms or in advertising. But did you know the build date, compliance date and model year can all be different? The build date is when the vehicle was manufactured and is generally considered the true indicator of its age. The compliance date is \[…\] The post What year is your car really? appeared first on Have a Go News . ## [Marketplace for AI-Powered Professionals (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ZHoHd4APk0wJ) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Find professionals who use ChatGPT, Copilot, and Claude to deliver work faster. ## [Hotel chain Quest investigating customer data breach](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-19/quest-apartment-hotels-data-security-breach/107053574) _2026-08-19 · Hanan Dervisevic · Business_ Quest says the compromised data includes customers' full names, email addresses and other contact details. ## [WiseTech shares plunge on ACCC raid — as it happened](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-19/asx-markets-business-live-news/107051926) _2026-08-18 · David Chau and Gareth Hutchens · Business_ The competition watchdog has executed a search warrant at WiseTech Global. The Australian share market fell for a sixth consecutive day following another weak session on Wall Street. Look back at the day's markets and economics news on the ABC blog. ## [Inquiry to examine 'what, if any' benefits data centres will bring](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-19/ai-data-centre-inquiry-tasmanian-greens/107050792) _2026-08-18 · Lucy MacDonald · Business_ With communities around the world grappling with the spread of AI data centres, the Tasmanian Greens have set up an inquiry to examine "what, if any, economic benefit" they will bring to the state. ## [Unique situations need specific records](https://smsmagazine.com.au/news/2026/08/18/unique-situations-need-specific-records/) _2026-08-18 · Darin Tyson-Chan · SMS Magazine_ Trustees using a specific approach to income allocation among members are unlikely to be able to rely on generic documentation to record the action. ## [Property usage must be clear](https://smsmagazine.com.au/news/2026/08/18/property-usage-must-be-clear/) _2026-08-18 · Jason Spits · SMS Magazine_ The shift to limit LRBAs to business real property means current and future investors must understand the correct use of those assets. ## [Origin Energy hack traced to Accenture's Manila office](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-18/origin-energy-hack-traced-to-accenture-manila-office/107049188) _2026-08-18 · David Taylor · Business_ The investigation into last month's breach reveals a link to a former Accenture employee in the Philippines. ## [Invisible Injuries shines a light on the hidden scars of military service](https://www.haveagonews.com.au/entertainment/movies/invisible-injuries-shines-a-light-on-the-hidden-scars-of-military-service/) _2026-08-18 · Have a Go News · Have a Go News_ An inspiring new Australian documentary is set to explore the lasting impact of military service, focusing on the emotional and psychological wounds that often remain hidden long after veterans return home. Invisible Injuries will celebrate its world premiere at CinefestOZ on Saturday, September 5, before beginning a national and international cinema season. Directed by Western Australian… ## [How to clear a big credit card debt](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-18/how-to-pay-off-a-credit-card-debt/107004086) _2026-08-17 · Tegan Osborne · Business_ As the cost of living continues to rise, what steps can you take if your credit card is starting to feel like a problem? ## [Qantas A380 flew to US and back with maintenance light left in wing](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-17/atsb-qantas-maintenance-tool-found-in-wing/107047286) _2026-08-17 · Kristy Sexton-McGrath · Business_ A Qantas A380 was cleared to fly passengers from Sydney to Dallas and back with a large maintenance light accidentally left inside its wing. It comes after a large tool was left inside the airline's super jumbo in 2023. ## [Architect of current GST system says it is 'working exactly as intended'](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-17/former-wa-senator-mathias-cormann-defends-current-gst-system/107046214) _2026-08-17 · Callum Liddelow and Kathryn Bermingham · Business_ Former WA senator Mathias Cormann has defended the current GST system as fit for purpose, after a landmark interim report by the Productivity Commission found the carve-up was costly and unfair. ## [Overcoming isolation from health services](https://www.haveagonews.com.au/health/overcoming-isolation-from-health-services/) _2026-08-17 · Have a Go News · Have a Go News_ For many people living in regional and remote Western Australia, accessing regular healthcare can be a challenge. For Tara, finding support from a dietitian meant waiting weeks for an appointment – if one was available at all. “Dietitian access in my area was only available once every eight weeks, and appointments often booked out fast,” \[…\] The post Overcoming isolation from health services… ## [Four people connected to pork industry charged with financial crimes](https://www.abc.net.au/news/rural/2026-08-17/pork-industry-financial-crime-charges/107046968) _2026-08-17 · Kallee Buchanan · Business_ Police allege about $10 million was funnelled out of businesses in the pork meat industry for personal use, and more than $30 million in cash was transported interstate in freight vehicles. ## [WA Distillers Shine at 2026 Perth Royal Food Awards](https://www.haveagonews.com.au/lifestyle/food-and-wine/wa-distillers-shine-at-2026-perth-royal-food-awards/) _2026-08-17 · Have a Go News · Have a Go News_ Western Australia’s thriving distilling industry has once again proven it is among the best in the country, with local producers taking out many of the top honours at the 2026 Perth Royal Food Awards – Distilled Spirits. Hosted by the Royal Agricultural Society of WA (RASWA), the annual competition celebrates excellence in Australian distilling, recognising \[…\] The post WA Distillers Shine at 2026…