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Competition and Consumer Amendment (Responding to Exceptional Circumstances) Act 2026
Act No. 48 of 2026 · Assented 26 May 2026
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In brief
Amends competition and consumer law so the competition regulator can exempt conduct from competition rules during declared emergencies, and changes penalties under the Oil Code.
Who's affected
- Businesses seeking competition law exemptions
- The ACCC (competition regulator)
- Fuel suppliers, distributors and retailers
- The responsible Minister
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