4166 (2026). Arena Williams to the Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs

Written Question
Published date: 27 Feb 2026
4166 (2026). Arena Williams to the Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs: In the Commerce (Promoting Competition and Other Matters) Amendment Bill, in the new section 36C about predatory pricing, what is the intended meaning, if any, of “sustained period”?
Hon Scott Simpson: What constitutes a “sustained period” will be determined by the courts on a case-by-case basis, as this depends on the circumstances of the conduct and the particular market.