1. The function and form of competition policy in Australia -- 2. Economic concepts -- 3. Field of application of the Act -- 4. Cartels -- 5. Resale price maintenance -- 6. Exclusive dealing -- 7. Joint anti-competitive conduct -- 8. Unilateral conduct -- 9. Mergers and acquisitions -- 10. Intellectual property and competition law -- 11. Anti-competitive conduct: telecommunications -- 12. Access to services: part IIIA -- 13. Sector-specific access regimes -- 15. ACCC investigations: practices and procedures -- 16. Public enforcement -- 17. Private remedies
Summary
"The Eighth Edition of Corones' Competition Law in Australia provides a clear and comprehensive discussion of the competition and access provisions of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth). It covers horizontal and vertical restraints, misuse of market power, mergers, as well as access to essential services and infrastructure. The text explains the statutory provisions and provides an accessible discussion of the economic tools and concepts used in competition decision-making. It also describes the evolution of the statutory text and the approach of the courts and agencies in interpreting and applying the key provisions."
