Minister's announcement: Associations and Co-operatives Bill passes Parliament
Commerce Minister Tony Buti has released the following media statement: Associations and Co-operatives Bill passes Parliament | Western Australian Government
Key points:
Alert to Perth motorists - fill up now to beat the petrol price rise
Motorists in Perth and Mandurah are advised to fill up now if they need to, with petrol prices set to rise tomorrow. After today motorists will likely have to wait a week before petrol prices are again at the bottom of the price cycle.
FuelWatch reports that, from 6am tomorrow (Wednesday 20 August 2025), the average price of Perth’s regular unleaded petrol (ULP) will increase by 27 cents per litre (cpl) to 189.6 cpl with Ampol hiking up to 213.9 cpl; 7-Eleven, Shell Reddy Express, EG Ampol and BP up to 209.9 cpl; United up to 202.9 cpl; and Vibe up to 199.7 cpl.
Celebrity fakes and crypto cons drive $30m loss to investment scams
- Victim loses over $10 million to celebrity endorsement investment scam
- Incident helps propel total investment scam losses since 2024 to over $30 million
- Crypto trading scams promising quick riches also take a heavy toll
Western Australians have lost more than $30 million to investment scams since the start of 2024, with a staggering $10 million loss attributed to a single scam involving fake celebrity endorsements.
From the Commissioner: One year on - WA’s rental reforms
It’s been one year since major rental reforms moved into Western Australia. With them they brought stronger protections for renters and more clarity for landlords.
These reforms recognised the fact renting is a more permanent living solution for many Western Australians, and they deserve stability, fairness and the ability to make their rental feel like a home.
Don't get taken to the cleaners when a tenancy ends
- Tenants complain about poor-quality cleaning during costly vacate services
- Property managers reminded to keep re-cleaning fees reasonable
- Early and careful selection of cleaners is recommended to avoid last-minute issues
Consumer Protection is warning tenants nearing the end of their lease to exercise caution when hiring end-of-tenancy cleaners, amid numerous complaints.
Alert to Perth motorists - fill up now to beat the petrol price rise
Motorists in Perth and Mandurah are advised to fill up now if they need to, with petrol prices set to rise tomorrow.
FuelWatch reports that, from 6am tomorrow (Wednesday 13 August 2025), the average price of Perth’s regular unleaded petrol (ULP) will increase by 28 cents per litre (cpl) to 188.5 cpl with Shell Reddy Express hiking up to 213.9 cpl; Ampol up to 211.9 cpl; EG Ampol, 7-Eleven and BP up to 209.9 cpl; United up to 202.9 cpl; and Vibe up to 201.7 cpl.
Time to nominate consumer protection champions
- The 2026 Consumer Protection Awards are now accepting nominations
- Advocates, educators and media invited to nominate
- Cash prizes for winners of individual, organisation and group categories
The hunt is underway for exceptional individuals, organisations, groups and media outlets that champion consumer rights in Western Australia, with nominations now open for the 21st Consumer Protection Awards.
From the Commissioner: Is WA’s funeral pricing code working?
Saying goodbye is never easy. The last thing families need is confusion or stress about how much a funeral will cost. Whether it’s a joyful tribute or a solemn farewell, the pricing must be clear and upfront.
In Western Australia, the Funeral Pricing Code of Practice means funeral directors must publicly display their prices for all services and packages on their website and each place of business so you can compare the costs yourself in the comfort of your home or with friends and family.
Alert to Perth motorists - fill up now to beat the petrol price rise
Motorists in Perth and Mandurah are advised to fill up now if they need to, with petrol prices set to rise tomorrow. After today motorists will likely have to wait a week before petrol prices are again at the bottom of the price cycle.
From the Commissioner: How community legal centres make a difference
In today’s economic landscape, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by complex complaint processes, aggressive debt collection conduct, or unexpected changes to your financial situation. For many Western Australians, community legal centres are a lifeline - offering free, expert legal help when it’s needed most.
The Consumer Credit Legal Service (WA) Inc. (CCLS) is a not-for-profit, specialist community legal centre with a mission to strengthen the consumer voice in WA by advocating for and educating people about consumer and financial rights.