From piperalderman.com.au: The Australian government proposed amendments to the Australian Consumer Law to enhance consumer protection against unfair trading practices, as outlined in the Unfair Trading Practices Consultation released in November 2024.

Key issues addressed include practices that manipulate consumer choices, subscription-related difficulties, and pricing transparency, with a proposed general prohibition aimed at preventing conduct that causes consumer detriment.

The consultation seeks stakeholder feedback on specific unfair practices, such as dark patterns, subscription cancellation barriers, and the potential extension of protections to business-to-business dealings.