Woolworths engaged in ‘marketing magic’ to trick customers, consumer watchdog tells court
The trial between the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission and the supermarket giant began in the federal court in Sydney on Tuesday
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Police seek arrest warrant for Hybe chairman over alleged unfair stock trading
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St. John’s gets in on the action for Syracuse transfer Donnie Freeman
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