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Mar
15
2026

Dr Lorinda Cramer: Frugal Chic, Fast Fashion and the Rise of the Forever Wardrobe

Consumer Affairs, Environment, Fashion & Beauty, Popular Culture, Shopping, Society & Culture

Australians buy more than a billion garments each year, many of which are barely worn before being discarded. Dr Lorinda ...

Mar
15
2026

Associate Professor Adrian R Camilleri: Free Shipping, Online Shopping and the Psychology of “Free”

Consumer Affairs, Management & Marketing, Society & Culture

That moment when a shipping fee appears at checkout can suddenly change how we feel about buying something online. Associate ...

Mar
15
2026

Nicole Rich: Victoria’s Rental Law Changes

Consumer Affairs, Law

Victoria has introduced further changes to rental laws affecting how people apply for properties, how rent increases work and what ...

Feb
22
2026

Dr Raffaele F Ciriello: What Happens When Advertising Enters ChatGPT

Consumer Affairs, Management & Marketing, Society & Culture, Tech News, Technology

OpenAI plans to introduce advertising into the free version of ChatGPT, raising questions about trust and influence. Dr Raffaele F ...

Feb
4
2026

Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: Lululemon, Blame and Brand Trust

Business News, Consumer Affairs, Shopping, Society & Culture

When customers say a product has failed, how a brand responds matters as much as the fault itself. Associate Professor ...

Jan
26
2026

Nicole Rich: What Renters and Donors Need to Know After a Disaster

Consumer Affairs, Finance, Law, Personal Safety, Society & Culture

After bushfires and other disasters, everyday rules around renting, repairs and donations can quickly become unclear. Nicole Rich outlines renter ...

Jan
26
2026

Professor Robert Brooks: How the Australian Open Boosts Victoria’s Economy

Business, Consumer Affairs, Places & Travel, Sports & Recreation

The Australian Open transforms Melbourne every January, but its biggest impact isn’t just inside Melbourne Park. Professor Robert Brooks explains ...

Jan
11
2026

Peter Griffin: What Cars Are Australians Buying?

Consumer Affairs, Popular Culture, Shopping, Society & Culture

SUVs and utes keep dominating, plug-in hybrids are booming, Chinese brands are rising, and electric vehicle growth is real but ...

Jan
2
2026

Dr Katie Lee: Worried After Sunscreen Recalls? How to Choose a Safe One

Consumer Affairs, Health, Personal Safety, Shopping

After a year of confusing sunscreen headlines, many Australians are wondering whether they can trust the label on the bottle. ...

Dec
21
2025

Nicole Rich: Renters’ Rights and What’s Changed in Victoria

Consumer Affairs, Law

Recent rental reforms in Victoria are reshaping how renters experience stability, privacy and protection. Nicole Rich outlines what has changed ...