Building or renovating a home is usually one of life’s biggest investments, so it’s good to know specific laws are in place for home building contracts.
You now have a unique chance to help shape these laws. The WA Government is taking a fresh look at home building contract legislation to ensure consumers are effectively protected and the right balance is achieved for all parties involved.
Commerce Minister Tony Buti has released the following media statement: Associations and Co-operatives Bill passes Parliament | Western Australian Government
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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.
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.
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.
Consumer Protection is warning tenants nearing the end of their lease to exercise caution when hiring end-of-tenancy cleaners, amid numerous complaints.
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.
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.
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.
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.
