Buying a car: a buyer's checklist
Buying a car is a big investment for most people. Make sure you do your homework before doing the deal, regardless of whether it’s through a private seller...
Consumer Protection
Announcements & Publications
Christmas trading hours - metropolitan Perth
Metropolitan area consumers can take advantage of extra shopping hours which start on Sunday, December 5. Metropolitan Perth Christmas trading hours Day...
New FuelWatch website makes it easy to find cheapest fuel...
Revamped website with new search and mapping features now online Finding the cheapest fuel will be quick and easy A new logo to celebrate the 20th...
Extra trading hours to encourage shopping locally this...
44 extra Christmas shopping hours to boost retail sales Shop early and locally to avoid disappointment due to COVID-19 delivery delay Australia Day...
Commissioner's blog: Scammers sink sea container purchases
If you’ve been looking to buy a shipping container for storage, transport or even to live in, it’s important to watch-out for scammers making leaky promises....
Ticket scalping focus shifts to major concert ticket sales
Tickets for major concerts being re-sold in breach of new laws Several online ticket re-selling sites under investigation Consumers advised to buy tickets...
WA's fitness code
Requirements outlined in this publication are mandatory as of 1 July 2021 The publication on this page addresses requirements of the new Fair Trading ...
COVID-19 rent laws extended: Landlord bulletin 49
Extension of the COVID-19 rent laws emergency period It’s important for WA landlords to know that the State Government has extended the emergency period...
Change to Perth’s petrol price cycle
Changes to pricing pattern see a disruption to the usual weekly petrol price cycle Indications that major outlets may be creating a fortnightly cycle as...
Commissioner's blog: Time to shine in Consumer Protection...
There’s a vast army of people in the Western Australian community dedicating their lives to helping consumers and tenants, and now is a golden opportunity...
Form 4 - Used car vehicle particulars and warranty
This form advises car buyers a vehicle is covered by statutory warranties and describes certain particulars about the vehicle. A dealer must display a ...
Form 4 - Motorcycle particulars and warranty
This form advises motorcycle buyers a motorcycle is covered by statutory warranties and describes certain particulars about the motorcycle. A dealer must...
