OCBA - Office of Consumer and Business Affairs

Discussion Paper about the Building Work Contractors Act
The third discussion paper about the Building Work Contractors Act 1995 concentrates on matters related to discipline and compliance, with the view to improving the ability of consumers and traders to resolve disputes quickly and fairly.

Review of the Fair Trading Act
A discussion paper has been produced to encourage and assist consumers and business to participate in the review of the Fair Trading Act 1987. Comments on some or all of the proposals are welcome.

Changes in the real estate industry
The new Real Estate Industry Reform Act is designed to increase the transparency and accountability of agents and generally to increase the level of consumer protection. Read the draft new regulations and draft forms and guides associated with these changes.You can read a summary of the real estate industry reforms here

Consumer Credit Code changes
Consumers will benefit from new protections proposed to the Consumer Credit Code (the Code), introduced into the Queensland Parliament. Changes regarding sale of goods or land by instalments will be brought within the scope of the Code and will be adopted nationally. For more information click here.

Mobile phones can cost you more than you think
Before you rush out to buy a mobile phone, think carefully about the money involved and the contract you may need to sign. Listen to a radio interview about problems that may arise with contracts, warranties etc.

Bindeez bead contamination
All Bindeez products have been recalled as a result of a toxic chemical scare. Beads used or unused should be returned to the supplier. Contact Moose Enterprises 1800 303 895. Link here to their site. Please read more about the health issues here

Payday lending
Payday lenders target people who need short-term loans in a hurry. But borrowers can end up with serious long-term financial problems. Learn about how to avoid the trap.

False billing scam
There are scammers who target businesses that are too busy to check their own records. Be warned!

Licensing public register
Check if a person or company is licensed in South Australia. Find a licensed person in your local area. Search now.

Assurances register
We keep a list of traders who have agreed to refrain from specified conduct. These traders have given formal guarantees as a result of complaints made against them. Check out the register.

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