date:Jun 03, 2014
ing in Australian markets remained an enduring priority for the ACCC, because of the ultimate impact of such anti-competitive conduct on Australian consumers who will pay more than they should for goods.
Industry associations need to be conscious of competition compliance issues when they bring competing firms together, Mr Sims said.
Todays action sends a clear message that attempts by industry associations to coordinate anti-competitive behaviour by competitors will not be tolerated, he said.