'This new textbook provides an engaging treatment of Australian competition law and is ideal for those studying the subject for the first time. Written in an explanatory and lively style, the text fosters a sound understanding of the legal principles of competition law in Australia and demystifies the economic concepts underpinning the law. The work focuses on the contemporary situation, including the recently enacted criminal and civil regime governing cartel conduct, and also explains the historical context using analogies from popular culture. '

1. The Development of Restrictive Trade Practices Law
2. Restraint of Trade Doctrine
3. Principles of Market Definition
4. Evaluating Market Power and Substantial Lessening of Competition
5. Application of the Trade Practices Act 1974h)
6. Cartels & Anticompetitive Arrangements and Understandings
7. Taking Advantage of Market Power
8. Exclusive Dealing
9. Resale Price Maintenance
10. Anti-Competitive Mergers and Acquisitions
11. Public Enforcement - Policies and Procedures of the ACCC
12. Public Enforcement - Orders and Remedies available to ACCC
13. Private Actions and Remedies
14. Authorisation and Notification

Arlen Duke, "Restrictive Trade Practices Law in Australia by A Bruce, LexisNexis Butterworths, Australia, 2009, 308 pages, ISBN 978 0 409 322552, RRP $110 (soft cover)." (2010) 18 Competition and Consumer Law Journal 2010

Opening paragraph: "The product space for text books and case books examining Australian competition law is not overly crowded. As a result, opportunities remain to produce a book that meets an unsatisfied need. Alex Bruce’s Restrictive Trade Practices Law in Australia does exactly that.It provides a succinct and well-structured treatment of the core elements of Australia’s competition law framework which is pitched at those just starting out in the area. It is not as detailed or comprehensive as Stephen Corones’ seminal text Competition Law in Australia.However it does not try to be. The discussion has been carefully tailored to ensure that the book’s target audience is able to get a sensible grip on Australian competition law without drowning in a sea of detail that they may not yet fully understand or appreciate. Similarly the discussion of economic principles is kept to a minimum, thus ensuring that the book remains accessible to students without a background in economics."

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