Auto mechanics ripping motorists off

zuihoujueding · Post by **zuihoujueding** » Mon Oct 20, 2008 11:49 am

They have reports on the govenment, petrol kiosks and motor finance wizards ripping motorists off. Just wondering if Current Affairs or Today Tonight did any reports on investigations on auto mechanics ripping motorists off?

Post by **Bennoz** » Mon Oct 20, 2008 2:40 pm

Many times...

Lesson learnt? If you have boobs and you dont get them out at the shop, you'll get ripped off.

zuihoujueding · Post by **zuihoujueding** » Mon Oct 20, 2008 2:48 pm

then why is there any legislation put stop this? or there are already?

Post by **I8A4RE** » Mon Oct 20, 2008 3:16 pm

Mate why isnt there legislation to protect from heaps of things....... simple answer is theres not enough resources to police it (all the cops are too busy handing out speeding fines).

How many times do see on programs like today tonight etc doing articles on con-men and scammers, who they investigated over and over again. These ppl are ripping of old ladies etc for HUNDREDS of thousands of dollars and very few of them get prosecuted.

Post by **Bennoz** » Mon Oct 20, 2008 3:28 pm

Its not about legislation, its about all businesses abiding by the rules set out by the Department of Fair Trading - and the consumers knowledge of his/her rights.

harry90 · Post by **harry90** » Mon Oct 20, 2008 3:29 pm

Its what can be proved, not what the police suspect is happening.

zuihoujueding · Post by **zuihoujueding** » Mon Oct 20, 2008 3:30 pm

Bennoz wrote:Its not about legislation, its about all businesses abiding by the rules set out by the Department of Fair Trading - and the consumers knowledge of his/her rights.

Uh huh....

manofwood · Post by **manofwood** » Mon Oct 20, 2008 4:21 pm

do your own work on you car = win

Ed_EViL · Post by **Ed_EViL** » Mon Oct 20, 2008 4:24 pm

manofwood wrote:do your own work on you car = win

+1

and if things go wrong, hopefully the "search" button helps

Post by **I8A4RE** » Mon Oct 20, 2008 5:43 pm

manofwood wrote:do your own work on you car = win

+2

xSlurpee · Post by **xSlurpee** » Mon Oct 20, 2008 6:08 pm

Ed_EViL wrote:
manofwood wrote:do your own work on you car = win
+1

and if things go wrong, hopefully the "search" button helps

+3

pete_gpx · Post by **pete_gpx** » Mon Oct 20, 2008 11:00 pm

I8A4RE wrote: How many times do see on programs like today tonight etc doing articles on con-men and scammers, who they investigated over and over again. These ppl are ripping of old ladies etc for HUNDREDS of thousands of dollars and very few of them get prosecuted.

Today Tonight and A Current Affair are NOT reputable news programs. You don't need the Chaser crew to tell you how pathetic these shows are. They present a one-sided, biased and heavily skewed argument within every segment they broadcast and their pieces about scammers and con-artists are almost comical attempts at journalism.

Their reporters consistently harass and disturb people, often wielding no other proof then the testimony of a dodgy looking bogan, or an old lady, desperate for someone to talk to.

These programs are aimed at viewers to provide entertainment value and deliver people a mild sense of empowerment through watching 'bad-guys' get their just desserts.

Ugh, sorry, I really hate those shows and I struggle to see how anyone could take them seriously.

Back on topic!

zuihoujueding · Post by **zuihoujueding** » Mon Oct 20, 2008 11:14 pm

pete_gpx wrote:
I8A4RE wrote: How many times do see on programs like today tonight etc doing articles on con-men and scammers, who they investigated over and over again. These ppl are ripping of old ladies etc for HUNDREDS of thousands of dollars and very few of them get prosecuted.
Today Tonight and A Current Affair are NOT reputable news programs. You don't need the Chaser crew to tell you how pathetic these shows are. They present a one-sided, biased and heavily skewed argument within every segment they broadcast and their pieces about scammers and con-artists are almost comical attempts at journalism.

Their reporters consistently harass and disturb people, often wielding no other proof then the testimony of a dodgy looking bogan, or an old lady, desperate for someone to talk to.

These programs are aimed at viewers to provide entertainment value and deliver people a mild sense of empowerment through watching 'bad-guys' get their just desserts.

Ugh, sorry, I really hate those shows and I struggle to see how anyone could take them seriously.

Back on topic!

you r absolutely right. but i do enjoy watching some of their articles.

Post by **I8A4RE** » Tue Oct 21, 2008 8:58 am

Hey, i couldnt agree more but all media news are like (just not as bad). I was just using today tonight as an example. Read the paper, watch the news, the same stories are throughout that too.

So, are you trying to tell me that, convicted con man peter foster, who has ripped off hundreds of people, is just an innocent man, who has been harrassed by the media.......i think you will agree that he's not and he appeared on today tonight.

I didnt say "hey guys watch today tonight, its full of riviting journalisim that has to be the truth and not biased at all."

All i was saying is their are plently of area's (in society) that have little or no protection to be ripped off, so you need to be smart and even do a little homework and as ben says, you need to know your rights as a consumer and be willing to fight for them.

pete_gpx · Post by **pete_gpx** » Tue Oct 21, 2008 1:08 pm

I8A4RE wrote:Hey, i couldnt agree more but all media news are like (just not as bad). I was just using today tonight as an example. Read the paper, watch the news, the same stories are throughout that too.

So, are you trying to tell me that, convicted con man peter foster, who has ripped off hundreds of people, is just an innocent man, who has been harrassed by the media.......i think you will agree that he's not and he appeared on today tonight.

I didnt say "hey guys watch today tonight, its full of riviting journalisim that has to be the truth and not biased at all."

All i was saying is their are plently of area's (in society) that have little or no protection to be ripped off, so you need to be smart and even do a little homework and as ben says, you need to know your rights as a consumer and be willing to fight for them.

Of course you are right when you say Today Tonight does air stories that contain strong elements of truth, I was simply generalising to make a point when I implied they did not. My main concern is not entirely with the strength of their arguments within their segments, but more with the way they present them to viewers. Sorry if you felt I was targeting you with my rant.

Anyway, I believe you're right when you say there is little focus on consumer protection within Australia these days. Either have an excellent knowledge of your rights and how to use them, or else risk being taken for a ride by anyone out there looking for a dollar.

Post by **I8A4RE** » Tue Oct 21, 2008 2:41 pm

pete_gpx wrote:
I8A4RE wrote:Hey, i couldnt agree more but all media news are like (just not as bad). I was just using today tonight as an example. Read the paper, watch the news, the same stories are throughout that too.

So, are you trying to tell me that, convicted con man peter foster, who has ripped off hundreds of people, is just an innocent man, who has been harrassed by the media.......i think you will agree that he's not and he appeared on today tonight.

I didnt say "hey guys watch today tonight, its full of riviting journalisim that has to be the truth and not biased at all."

All i was saying is their are plently of area's (in society) that have little or no protection to be ripped off, so you need to be smart and even do a little homework and as ben says, you need to know your rights as a consumer and be willing to fight for them.
Of course you are right when you say Today Tonight does air stories that contain strong elements of truth, I was simply generalising to make a point when I implied they did not. My main concern is not entirely with the strength of their arguments within their segments, but more with the way they present them to viewers. Sorry if you felt I was targeting you with my rant.

Anyway, I believe you're right when you say there is little focus on consumer protection within Australia these days. Either have an excellent knowledge of your rights and how to use them, or else risk being taken for a ride by anyone out there looking for a dollar.

totally agree

just didnt want the kiddies actually believing i liked or even watched programs such as that

KJ_bob · Post by **KJ_bob** » Tue Oct 21, 2008 10:33 pm

Isn't it great when we all get along

koolio1234 · Post by **koolio1234** » Tue Oct 21, 2008 11:27 pm

KJ_bob wrote:Isn't it great when we all get along

lol.....yes getting along is good ... not a fan of TT and ACA myself