There've been a number of concerning consumer complaints about local businesses denying paper receipts & instead requesting personal information to issue proof of purchase electronically. Commissioner Trish Blake explains your rights: commerce.wa.gov.au/announcements/… #perthnews

⚡️Not all electrical appliances meet Australian safety standards. How do we know what's safe? Look for the RCM. Learn more from our friends at Building & Energy demirs.wa.gov.au/besafe

⚠ Octavia coastal cot - stop using immediately There is a risk of injury or death from suffocation from the side rail dislodging - a child could be trapped between the rail & the base of the cot or they may fall out. ACCC Product Safety recall: productsafety.gov.au/search-consume… #perthnews

A pair of car sellers who rolled back the odometers on two vehicles by more than 200,000 kilometres each have been convicted and fined a total of $51,000 by the Joondalup Magistrates Court. Read more about this prosecution: commerce.wa.gov.au/announcements/… #perthnews

If your morning cuppa's made with a Billy kettle from Ritual Unions, stop immediately: it's been recalled. There is a risk of serious injury or death from electric shock if water leaks from the kettle and comes into contact with live electrical components. bit.ly/3A7qsmr

The Federal Court today ruled Latitude Finance Australia and Harvey Norman Holdings Ltd engaged in misleading conduct and made false or misleading representations in relation to a widespread advertising campaign brnw.ch/21wNSm6

⚠️ 7 Days left until the 3G shutdown! Do you know if you will be disconnected? Check your mobile device now at 3gclosure.com.au The shutdown can also impact personal medical alarms, smartwatches, security systems and more 3G-reliant Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Check

We’re warning consumers that scammers are targeting people experiencing financial hardship offering fake financial assistance. These scams impersonate Government agencies and programs as well as charities which provide support to people in need. bit.ly/3YzsNAc

As a tenant, you may be using a 3rd party service to pay your rent, but did you know you might not be protected by WA law should something happen to the real estate agent’s business? The same goes for landlords Our Comissioner explains more: commerce.wa.gov.au/announcements/… #perthnews

RECALL DUE TO RISK OF PRAM COLLAPSING Incidents have already occurred with the Silver Cross Reef prams. Stop using this pram immediately. Serial number ranges: VK0222005686 to VK0222006285 VK0822013671 to VK0822014170 Check the full recall notice: productsafety.gov.au/search-consume…

3G will be switched off forever on Monday, 28 October. We’ve discovered that some online retailers in Australia are today STILL selling outdated phones that soon won’t function on Australia’s 4G and 5G networks after that date. Read more: commerce.wa.gov.au/announcements/…

“It takes a lot to shock me in this job… but this one shocked me” -Trish Blake, Commissioner for Consumer Protection. abc.net.au/news/2024-10-3…

OPTUS IN COURT | read more: accc.gov.au/media-release/…

⚠ Don’t use batteries, products or chargers that are damaged or showing signs of failure. This could look like overheating, swelling, leaking or venting gas. Prioritise #BatterySafety and learn more about these risks at: bit.ly/3YCXYco

⛽️ ALERT- save $35 on a 60 litre tank of fuel. Motorists in Perth and Mandurah should fuel up before 6am tomorrow as prices will increase by over 34 cents per litre (cpl) to 191.3 cpl. Find cheap fuel near you 👉 commerce.wa.gov.au/announcements/… #perthnews

COMING IN 2025 | The retirement village reforms cover every stage of the retirement living experience, from finding the right village and living there, to when it eventually comes time to leave. Learn more about the changes: commerce.wa.gov.au/announcements/…

Those Black Friday sale emails are coming in thick & fast but our Product Safety team want you to be mindful of button battery and choking hazards when chasing a bargain. Learn more about button battery safety - productsafety.gov.au/consumers/be-s…

Our ScamNet team are urging people to be cautious as there is a concerning trend for scammers to impersonate genuine auto wreckers, and car and motorbike parts businesses. Commissioner Trish Blake explains what you need to look out for: commerce.wa.gov.au/announcements/… #perthnews

🔥 Last month a 12yo Vic boy suffered serious burns when his polyester jumper caught fire. ❗ Be cautious of clothing made from synthetic materials which melt upon ignition. ❗ Choose sleepwear that has a low fire danger label. ❗ Teach kids stop, drop, cover & roll.

BRAKE FAILURE | The Stokke YOYO 3 frame is being recalled as the brakes can fail when in use. There is a risk of serious injury to babies or young children if the pram/stroller’s parking brakes fail. ACCC Product Safety recall notice for details: productsafety.gov.au/search-consume…