Dealer Bulletins
Review of Australia’s Migration System – Update
Following on from the Dealer Bulletin released on 28 April 2023 regarding the recent review of Australia’s migration system and key initiatives announced as part of that review. The Department…
2023-24 Federal Budget Briefing
The 2023-24 Federal Budget is focused on “Stronger foundations for a better future”. There is a strong focus on delivering cost of living relief, growing the economy, and relieving inflationary…
Update on the Federal Court Case – Mercedes-Benz Australia Pacific Vs Mercedes-Benz Dealer Litigants Group
The Federal Court has issued notice that the Honourable Justice Jonathan Beach will hand down judgement in the second half of July 2023. We will keep members informed of any…
Imminent Franchising Review 2023
The Minister for Small Business, the Hon Julie Collins has written to the AADA and advised that the Government intends to commence a coordinated franchising review process in the second…
Review of Australia’s Migration System – What’s New?
On Thursday 27 April, Home Affairs Minister Clare O’Neil delivered a speech to the National Press Club of Australia where she announced the release of the long awaited review into…
Changes to the Queensland Zero Emission Vehicle Rebate Scheme
The Queensland Government has announced extra financial assistance as part of the Zero Emission Vehicle Rebate Scheme. Today’s announcement will see new eligibility requirements and an increased rebate available, making…
Information on the Secure Jobs Better Pay Act – What’s Changing?
The Australian Government has passed the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Act 2022. This legislation amends the Fair Work Act to change a number of existing rules…
Release of the National Electric Vehicle Strategy
The Federal Government has released its long-awaited National Electric Vehicle Strategy. The Strategy seeks to accelerate the uptake of zero and low emission vehicles and focuses on three key areas,…
Increased Penalties for Privacy Breaches and Addressing Dealership Cyber Security Risks
AADA would like to draw members attention to recent developments regarding the Privacy Act, and risks that Dealers face in the area of cyber security. Firstly, you may be aware…
Incorrect Contract Cancellation Fees Crackdown for Western Australia
Dealers in Western Australia are reminded that as of 1 January 2022 the prescribed words of the vehicle sales agreement changed in the Motor Vehicle Dealers (Sales) Regulations 1974. Clause…