Garry Rich
Garry Rich SC is a prominent barrister in Australia, recognized for his expertise in competition law and consumer protection. He is currently representing the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) in a landmark case against Coles, alleging that the supermarket chain misled consumers through its pricing promotions, potentially impacting thousands of consumers during a time of rising living costs.
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The ACCC’s top silk, Garry Rich, SC, peered into the plumbing behind Coles’ discounting decisions.
It’s the jingle you can’t get out of your head. Coles might wish you’d never heard it
Australia· 2026-02-20
Garry Rich is the lead barrister for the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission in the case against Coles.
Former manager denies misleading shoppers in pet food price caseAustralia· 2026-02-19
Garry Rich is the lead barrister for the ACCC who questioned Thompson about the pricing.
Executive admits “error” in ‘Down Down’ pricing of Arnott’s ShapesAustralia· 2026-02-18
Garry Rich, SC, is leading the ACCC’s case and noted the revenue generated by Karicare baby formula when marketed as a 'Down Down' special.
'Down down' campaign focus of misleading pricing claimsAustralia· 2026-02-16Garry Rich SC is leading the ACCC’s case against Coles.
One Nation draws level with Coalition, RPM polling reveals; IMF urges Jim Chalmers on tax reform; US navy strategy shift bodes well for AUKUSAustralia· 2026-02-16
The ACCC’s barristers will be led by Garry Rich SC.
All eyes on Coles as it fights claims it misled customers on hundreds of productsAustralia· 2026-02-15
