The Wire

If you’re sick of slamming your doors on salespeople, a new plan by the ACCC may bring some relief. It comes after an investigation revealed many doorknockers are using dodgy and unethical sales tactics.

1.3 million doorknocks a year. That’s an average of eight knocks per Australian household. But the growing statistic isn’t the only concern. An investigation by The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission has exposed some concerning information about the methods of door-to-door salespeople.