Was/Now Advertising: Is your promotional sale legal?

Was/Now Advertising: Is your promotional sale legal?

It is common practice for retailers to advertise with “was/now” pricing on their products – for example, a suit that “was $300” and is “now $250” suggests a saving of $50.  This method of compara...
August 15, 2017
Subscription models – are automatic renewals allowed?

Subscription models – are automatic renewals allowed?

If you offer a subscription service, make sure your renewal and cancellation terms are transparent. Like most people in 2017, I’m a big fan of Spotify and Netflix.  While subscription-based business m...
May 31, 2017
Big wins for retail tenants, have you heard the news?

Big wins for retail tenants, have you heard the news?

The changes to the NSW retail leases legislation provides some excellent practical changes for the tenants.  I cannot begin to count the number of times I have argued with a landlord to require t...
March 7, 2017
Using copyrighted music in your marketing videos

Using copyrighted music in your marketing videos

As we continually search for a new or creative way to promote our businesses and products, video is undoubtedly the best way to engage consumers in a more in-depth way through a combination of both vi...
December 1, 2016
Make sure your imported goods are safe

Make sure your imported goods are safe

With injury reporting issues on the table, it is relevant to note that the ACCC has highlighted concerns about the safety of cheap imported goods after a 12 per cent increase in recalls due to goods n...
November 24, 2016
3 Reasons to have a Privacy Policy

3 Reasons to have a Privacy Policy

Privacy policies are mandatory for businesses with a turnover of over $3 million or those that collect ‘sensitive Information’ from people.  However, there are a range of other reasons why all bu...
November 17, 2016
ACCC Introduces Excessive Surcharge Ban

ACCC Introduces Excessive Surcharge Ban

We previously wrote about the new excessive surcharge ban, but let’s talk a little more in-depth about how the ban will affect you and your business. If your business charges a surcharge for credit,...
September 29, 2016
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