🏠 Rates went up yesterday
For many Australians, that means higher mortgage repayments almost immediately.
But that’s not inevitable. It’s how our system is designed.
Our new research with #MortgageStressVictoria looks at why Australian borrowers feel rate changes so quickly -- and what could be different. 🔗 .au/reports
#interestrates #costofliving #rbarates #mortgage #housing #australia
Roses are red, violets are blue, it's time to stop businesses letting scammers go through...
Tell the Government and Assistant Treasurer Daniel Mulino to BLOCK romance scams this Valentine's Day.
Sign the open letter NOW it only takes 15 seconds...
.au/page/186203/petition/1
Our 2024–25 Annual Report is now live.
This year, we deepened our impact across digital fairness, housing, sustainability and essential services — driving real change for consumers.
We’ve grown, evolved. Most importantly, our research has continued to shape policy, influence industry practice, and amplify consumer voices across Australia.
🔗 Read the Annual Report 2024–25 cprc.org.au/about/annual-reports/
We recently launched our Renting in Reality research series — an in-depth look at how Victoria’s rental system is really working.
Today, we release the second report in the series, Insights from Victorian #Landlords.
The research shows how landlord knowledge, motivations and decisions directly affect the quality, security and affordability of rental homes.
Read the latest report here: .au/report/renting-in-reality-landlords-insights/
Find out more about #RentinginReality series and Australia's first #RenterConfidenceIndex: .au/?s=renting%20in%20reality
We recently launched our Renting in Reality research series — an in-depth look at how Victoria’s rental system is really working.
Today, we release the second report in the series, Insights from Victorian #Landlords.
The research shows how landlord knowledge, motivations and decisions directly affect the quality, security and affordability of rental homes.
Read the latest report here: .au/report/renting-in-reality-landlords-insights/
Find out more about #RentinginReality series and Australia's first #RenterConfidenceIndex: .au/?s=renting%20in%20reality
@tenantsvic@better_renting@anikalegal
Australians want the right to repair 🛠️
85% want manufacturers to disclose appliance lifespans
79% want repairability information on labels
Warranties cover ~4 years, but sales staff expect appliances to last 8
Our Misused & Confused report shows why repairability labels are the missing piece.
👉 Read more: .au/report/misused-and-confused #RightToRepair #ConsumerRights
New research out now 📢
Our Misused & Confused report reveals how Australians are being misled at the checkout with vague “green” claims — and why we need repairability and durability labels so households can make smarter choices.
👉 Read the report: .au/report/misused-and-confused
#RightToRepair #ConsumerRights #Sustainability
New research: What really drives rent increases in Victoria?
Our latest report Setting the Price reveals Victorian renters face unpredictable rental increases — from as little as 3% to more than 50% in a single year — with no transparent system governing these decisions.
Key findings from interviews with rental providers and property managers: • Four out of five rental providers increased rent in the past two years • Average increase: 17% over two years vs 2.4% CPI growth • Two-thirds cited rising property costs as the main driver
The research highlights inconsistent rent-setting practices. Property managers lack standardised approaches, often relying on market comparisons that can create self-perpetuating increases.
We’re calling for a fairness formula to bring transparency and predictability to rent increases — balancing legitimate costs for rental providers with affordability for renters.
Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/gSJhdqGv
#RentalMarket #Housing #Policy #Victoria #Research
📊 NEW REPORT: Playing the Player: Unfair Digital Gaming Practices and Their Impact on Australians
Our landmark research with @monash_uni reveals how deceptive design practices in digital games are affecting Australian consumers.
The findings are concerning:
• 95% of Australian players encountered dark patterns in games
• 46% experienced financial detriment
• 59% reported negative impacts on wellbeing
These aren't just annoyances – they're systematic design choices that put profits ahead of player welfare.
Download the full report now to see how we can create a fairer digital gaming environment: cprc.org.au/report/playing-the-player
#ConsumerRights #DigitalGaming #DarkPatterns #ConsumerProtection
🎧 Listen to #TheBriefingPodcast – 27 March Ep with our CEO, Erin Turner !
In this episode, Erin joins Chris Spyrou to explore a nuanced but important issue—how can we truly support Australian-made products in today’s global economy? 🇦🇺 🦘
While the desire to buy Australian is strong, Erin highlights the reality: many products aren't fully manufactured here, and many iconic Australian brands are owned by foreign companies. Even more challenging, numerous products can’t be repaired locally. 🤷
Erin suggests we need a broader view of supporting Australian businesses—not just through purchasing products, but by advocating for policies and initiatives that promote business and repairability. These steps could make a real difference in boosting our economy and fostering sustainability. 💡
🎧 Listen to the full episode or skip to 14:55 for Erin’s insights.
Spotify: https://shorturl.at/LZAk2
Ep: We have an election date + The truth about 'Australian Made'.
#AustralianMade #TeamAustralia #Economy #Podcast #CPRC #ConsumerPolicy #BriefingPodcast #Listnr #RightToRepair
Photo by Lachlan Ross: /photo/kangaroo-on-grassy-ground-in-zoo-5967949/
Last year, using ABS Personal Fraud Survey data, CPRC created a concise briefing note on the experience of #scams in Australia. Did you know? Scams go underreported and Aussies report to their bank most! See more of the findings here: https://ow.ly/CU0k50RcPaR
#Scams #Australia #ThinkTank #Research #consumerprotection #consumer
Did you know? Many Australian regulators have a wealth of consumer insights that isn't always published. 📊🔍
Our latest report delves into the untapped potential of consumer complaint data:
▪️ Why it often goes unpublished
▪️ How making this data accessible could help businesses and consumers
▪️ The benefits of informed consumer choices
Thee increased transparency in complaint data could:
✅ Drive improvements in business practices
✅ Help regulators prioritise their efforts
✅ Empower consumers to make smarter decisions
✅ Inform evidence-based policy making
Are we missing out on a simple yet effective tool for market improvement? Read our full report to find out: cprc.org.au/report/am-i-the-only-one
#ConsumerAffairs #ConsumerRights #consumerlaw
