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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1913, Willis Lamb, American physicist and academic, Nobel Prize laureate (died 2008) was born. In 1931, Eric Ives, English historian and academic (died 2012) was born. In 1951, Cheryl Ladd, American actress was born. In 1962, Joanna Shields, American-English businesswoman was born. In 1963, Pauline Reade, 16, disappears in Gorton, England, the first victim in the Moors murders. In 1964, Gaby Roslin, English television host and actress was born. In 1969, Henry George Lamond, Australian farmer and author (born 1885) passed away. In 1976, Tracie Spencer, American singer-songwriter and actress was born. In 1979, Olive Morris, Jamaican-English civil rights activist (born 1952) passed away. In 1995, Luke Shaw, English footballer was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Coles and Woolies are being banned from price-gouging. No one knows what exactly that means
Narrative Analysis: Plain Folks
From July 1, Australia’s dominant supermarkets will have their prices monitored for “significantly excessive” pricing – whatever that entails.
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Sky News Australia
· Jul 1, 2026
Newly introduced price gouging laws are in the ‘best interest of consumers’
Assistant Treasurer Daniel Mulino says the newly introduced anti-price gouging laws are in the “best interest of consumers”. “From today, it will be illegal for large supermarkets, such as Coles and Woolworths, to charge prices that are excessive when compared to the cost of the supply plus a reasonable margin,” Ms Mulino said during Question Time on Wednesday. “These reforms come with big penalties if breached. “These are tough laws with big penalties which are in the best interest of consumers.”
Brisbane Times
· Jun 27, 2026
Supermarket price gouging days from being illegal
From July 1 price gouging will be illegal in a government crackdown on supermarket price rises.
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· Jun 29, 2026
Pasar Siti Khadijah ‘lubuk’ 3 kuih RM1
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· Jul 9, 2026
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Related coverage for "Coles and Woolies are being banned from price-gouging. No one knows what exactly that means": Sky News Australia — Newly introduced price gouging laws are in the ‘best interest of consumers’. Brisbane Times — Supermarket price gouging days from being illegal. Bon Appétit — Gruns Superfood Gummies Are on Sale Now: Here's My Honest Review. Utusan Malaysia — Pasar Siti Khadijah ‘lubuk’ 3 kuih RM1. Metro — ‘Aisle strokers’ are the filthy shoppers plaguing UK supermarkets. KLIX News Radio – Twin Falls — 9 Meats That Are Illegal to BBQ in Idaho