F+G Code becomes mandatory + civil penalty
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Due
1 April 2025
430 days ago — see source for next instance
What to file
F+G Code becomes mandatory + civil penalties applicable.
Who is affected
Supermarkets with annual retail revenue ≥$5B (Coles, Woolworths, Aldi, Metcash) and any supplier relying on dispute-resolution rights under the Code.
Penalty if missed
Civil penalties up to the greater of $10M, 3× benefit or 10% of annual turnover for body corporates; ACCC enforceable undertakings.
Applies to
Large food + grocery retailers (Coles, Woolworths, Aldi, Metcash) + their suppliers
Prep checklist
- Appoint a Code Arbiter and Code Compliance Manager
- Refresh grocery supply agreements to align with the Code
- Train category buyers on prohibited conduct
- Set up internal dispute resolution pathway
- Annual compliance reporting to the ACCC
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