About The Retail Traders' Association

Founded in 1922, the Retail Traders’ Association of Western Australia (Inc) (RTA) is the oldest and largest representative Association of retailers in Western Australia.

The RTA's partnership with CCI means that CCI members benefit from the services and expertise of both organisations. The combined benefit of RTA's training and expertise and CCI's information and services ensures retail members are equipped with the best business support in Western Australia.

Both the RTA and CCI have an impressive history of advocating and promoting the interests of retailers in Western Australia.

What we can do for your business

The RTA offers members a full retail advisory and information service along with business tools, development and training to extend your business capabilities. As well as these services, the RTA is also able to assist with:

  • Trading hours legislation
  • Commercial tenancy
  • Loss prevention
  • Retail trends and sales figures
  • Consumer protection
  • Retail-specific employee relations issues.

Other benefits of joining the RTA are:

  • Independent advice on retail matters.
  • Access to advisors and consultants specialising in retail business solutions and employee and workplace relations including workers compensation and occupational safety & health.
  • Retail specific training and personal development courses. 
  • Retail specific events, workshops, seminars and conferences.
  • Connections within the retail industry and other partnerships, relevant to the retail industry.
  • Lobbying activities to all levels of Government on your behalf, giving retailers a strong voice on legislation issues.
  • Information, news and updates on local, state, national and international issues that are influencing the retail industry.
Call us on (08) 9365 7695 to book a consultation and find out how the RTA can help you.