The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is responsible for administering the
Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (formerly known as the Commonwealth Trade Practices Act 1974), designed to promote competition and prevent unfair business practices. Emphasis is placed on ensuring small businesses are not the targets of unconscionable conduct or misuse of market power by larger companies.
The ACCC website has extensive information on trade practices and the rights and obligations of businesses.
Two important topics covered in detail are: