Policy
Engaged in multiple sectors, our team conducts rigorous consumer and policy research to uncover market failures and consumer harm. We actively collaborate with partners, leveraging national and international perspectives to identify and understand issues within markets. By openly sharing insights, we contribute to the creation of impactful policy solutions, fostering momentum for positive change and advocating for consumer welfare.
June 3, 2026
This submission draws on several key focus areas of CPRC’s research: tenancy agreements including privacy protections, regulation of rent increases and minimum standards for rental properties, to make recommendations for the Tasmanian Government to consider in reviewing its Residential Tenancies Act.
May 27, 2026
Australians have waited long enough - it’s time to make unfair illegal.
May 14, 2026
The Federal Government should protect housing as an essential service and deliver stronger supports for both mortgage holders and renters.
February 23, 2026
Unfair trading, if legislated clearly, will greatly benefit Australians.
February 6, 2026
The Tasmanian Government should be commended on its initiative to introduce legislation to provide stronger protections to residential park residents, while providing much needed clarity on regulations for the benefit of residents and park operators alike.
September 16, 2025
This submission brings together evidence to highlight the need for stronger regulation and transparency around green claims to ensure consumers can make informed decisions about climate and energy-related products and services.
August 4, 2025
The Scheme facilitates critical service for people who own cars in Australia, while breaking down barriers to competition in the market. As stated in the consultation paper, nine in 10 households own a car. For many of these households, maintaining the cost of a car is substantial.
July 31, 2025
Submission on specific aspects of the Code along with broader reforms we wish to highlight in recognition that this Code is not in isolation of the Privacy Act which is well-overdue for reform.
April 7, 2025
As Australia transitions to more sustainable energy sources, it's clear that the benefits and burdens of this shift are not being shared equally
December 19, 2024
Unfair business practices cost people time, money and wellbeing, and erode trust in markets. While the existing legislative framework addresses some extreme forms of exploitation, it remains insufficient to counter the nuanced and systemic nature of unfair practices, particularly in the digital age.
November 8, 2024
This submission supports the insights and recommendations made by the Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE). Implementing FARE’s recommendations will ensure that the Code is fit for purpose and genuinely delivers on its intention to “broadcast content of commercial free-to-air television according to current community standards.
November 7, 2024
This submission brings together evidence showing the challenges that consumers have in finding good quality products and then repairing those products if something goes wrong
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