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CPRC - Consumer Policy Research Centre

@cprc-research.bsky.social

Independent, not-for-profit, Australian consumer think-tank. Consumer research with impact. Consumer Wellbeing. Technology Transformation. Australia RP ≠ endorsement

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CPRC - Consumer Policy Research Centre@cprc-research.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Good news for Victorian residential park residents. New reforms will limit deferred management fees, introduce rent regulation, require park registration and establish a code of conduct. A significant step toward fairer housing outcomes cprc.org.au/release/new-...

New Reforms Deliver Essential Protections For Residential Parks Residents - CPRC

CPRC welcomes the announcement of major reforms to residential parks, calling the package of measures a recognition of the vulnerabilities faced by park residents.

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CPRC - Consumer Policy Research Centre@cprc-research.bsky.social · 5mo ago

New @abcnewsbot.bsky.social piece "Why don't Australian banks offer 30-year fixed-rate home loans? Borrowers would benefit from them abc.net.au/news/2026-03... Australians are being used as shock absorbers for interest rate rises. But it doesn’t have to work this way. 🧵

Changes to home loans could make them cheaper and more predictable, report finds

A new report says Australian borrowers would benefit from 30-year fixed-rate home loans, and they should be made available.

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CPRC - Consumer Policy Research Centre@cprc-research.bsky.social · 8mo ago

New: CPRC Annual Report 2024–25 This year, we strengthened our impact across digital privacy, housing, sustainability and fair trading — shaping policy and championing consumer voices across Australia. 🔗 cprc.org.au/about/annual-re...

Annual Reports - CPRC

Annual Reports Each financial year, CPRC releases an Annual Report outlining our activities, engagement, research and policy submissions, along with the Directors’ and Financial reports.

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CPRC - Consumer Policy Research Centre@cprc-research.bsky.social · 11mo ago

🛠️ Fix it or forget it! Join our live chat on how repairability labels could work in 🇦🇺 — and what we can learn from 🇫🇷 France’s repair index. 🗓️ 9 Oct 25 | 5PM AEDT 📝 Register now: cprc.org.au/event/fix-it-or... #RightToRepair #Sustainability #CPRC

Fix it or forget it - A live conversation on repairability - CPRC

Join us for a live conversation on how repairability labels could work here in  Australian and what lessons we can take from France’s world-first repair index.

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CPRC - Consumer Policy Research Centre@cprc-research.bsky.social · last yr.

Optus Sport refunds should match payment method says CPRC's #ChandniGupta . Unfair hoops for refunds! 📰 Full article by #EelemarniCloseBrown and #CaitlinCassidy via @GuardianAus theguardian.com/business/202... #ConsumerRights #DigitalPayments #RefundFairness #CPRC #OptusSport

As Optus Sport closes, subscription refunds are on their way – by cheque

Optus says cheque refunds are not standard practice but are implemented ‘where electronic banking is unavailable’

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CPRC - Consumer Policy Research Centre@cprc-research.bsky.social · last yr.

🎮 Big news! #ACCC's Digital Platforms report is out now. 🙌 Australian gamers deserve better protection. Our full statement here: cprc.org.au/release/cprc...

CPRC WELCOMES REGULATORY FOCUS ON DIGITAL GAMING RISKS - CPRC

Deputy CEO and Digital Policy Director, Chandni Gupta said that the ACCC's recommendations send a strong and positive signal that regulators are listening and taking harmful design choices seriously.

cprc.org.au

CPRC - Consumer Policy Research Centre@cprc-research.bsky.social · last yr.

Short-term relief isn't enough. @ErinLTurner discusses long-term solutions in her article: cprc.org.au/beyond-c... #CostOfLiving #FinancialCounselling #Policy #Wellbeing #FirstNationsLeadership

Beyond cost of living relief - CPRC

By Erin Turner There has been a lot of ink spilled on Australia’s “cost of living crisis”. Governments across our nation, and beyond, are looking for measures to deliver relief. To put dollars back in the pockets of households and individuals.

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Taylor Hardwick@darthtayrah.bsky.social · last yr.

Really interesting and important report out today on deceptive design practices in games and how they impact players from @cprc-research.bsky.social @coolrobbie.bsky.social and @bradyjay.bsky.social - some really great recommendations on making games safer for everyone! cprc.org.au/report/playi...

Playing the Player - CPRC

Australians of all ages are engaging with gaming to relax, learn or connect with friends, but common design features can leave players worse-off – 95% of Australian adult gamers encounter manipulative...

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CPRC - Consumer Policy Research Centre@cprc-research.bsky.social · last yr.

A good explainer to read on subscription traps and consumer protection by @patawright via @abcnews 📱75% of Aussies struggle to cancel subscriptions 🇺🇸 US introduces "click to cancel" 🇦🇺 AU reforms coming in 2025 Read full story here: www.abc.net.au/news/...

Australians are frustrated by 'subscription traps' but change could be on the way

A US regulator has introduced a "click to cancel" rule to make it easier to cancel subscription services. What are the rules in Australia?

abc.net.au

CPRC - Consumer Policy Research Centre@cprc-research.bsky.social · last yr.

📊 39% of appliances use vague "eco-friendly" marketing claims without evidence, our research finds. 🔧 Solution? An Australian repair rating system to help consumers make sustainable choices. Read full article by @jendudley www.canberratimes.co...

Consumer group sees red over 'greenwashing' claims

Appliances should receive a repair rating to help consumers navigate vague claims and invest in genuinely sustainable products,...

canberratimes.com.au

CPRC - Consumer Policy Research Centre@cprc-research.bsky.social · last yr.

🎧 Check out this episode of The Wallis Social Research Podcast on greenwashing with @CPRC @Marianne-Campbell! Tune in: ow.ly/jbLC50VvlGf #Greenwashing #Podcast

Podcast Episode: Greenwashing & Consumer Confusion — Wallis Social Research

Join Anthony Frosh as he interviews Marianne Campbell, Head of Research at CPRC, on green claims in advertising, media, and product labels. Topics: ✅ Green marketing & greenwashing ✅ Misleading environmental claims ✅ Consumer trust & expectations ✅ Regulations in Australia & Europe ✅ Repairability & durability ratings ✅ How consumers can protect themselves Tune in to learn more!

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