Improving access to lease information in the retail tenancy market in WA DRIS
This Decision Regulatory Impact Statement (Decision RIS) has been prepared in compliance with the Western Australian Government’s requirement for Regulatory Impact Assessment on the proposed options for improving access to lease information in the retail tenancy market in Western Australia.
Public comments and submissions were invited on the proposal, in response to information provided in a Consultation Regulatory Impact Statement (Consultation RIS) released by the Department of Commerce on 11 July 2011.
Aboriginal consumer campaigns and publications
Consumer Protection and other agencies have produced publications and resources you may find useful.
Share your stories
We have launched a short online consumer survey and invite you to share your thoughts and experiences with us on consumer issues. The feedback gained from the survey will help shape our education, engagement, and awareness activities.
Associations Info - Special edition September 2014
Associations Incorporation Bill introduced into Parliament
Consumer Protection is pleased to announce that on 11 September 2014 a Bill was introduced into the Western Australian Parliament to replace the existing Associations Incorporation Act 1987.
This special edition of Associations Info will introduce you to the Associations Incorporation Bill 2014 (the Bill) and explain what associations and clubs should do to keep up to date with its progress.
Real estate bulletin issue 73 - CPD reminder (October 2014)
10 October 2014
Don’t leave it ‘til it’s too late!
Compulsory Professional Development (CPD) is a requirement for renewing a real estate and business agent’s licence or a sales representatives/property manager’s registration. As such, all licensees with current triennial certificates, and all sales representatives and property managers with current registrations, must complete the required CPD activities each year.
Land valuers forms and publications
Consumer Protection regularly produces and updates publications about property industry laws and licensing. The below links will provide you with land valuer specific information.
Bulletins
Licensing
Find out more about Land Valuer's licences including new applications, renewals and fees.
Real estate bulletin issue 71 - Real estate agency and property manager fined
11 September 2014
A South Perth real estate agency and its former property manager have been fined by the State Administrative Tribunal (SAT) for breaching the Real Estate and Business Agents Act in the management of two rental properties and the operation of their trust accounts.
Real estate bulletin issue 72 - The Department of Commerce is moving (September 2014)
24 September 2014
As of 30 September 2014, the Property Industries Directorate, as well as Bonds Administration, will be located at Gordon Stephenson House in Perth and the Licensing Branch will be located at The West Centre in West Perth.
We are moving offices over the September long weekend and in preparation our office will close early on Friday, 26 September 2014.
Consumer rights for people with disability
We provide information for consumers buying disability-related products and services, including participants under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
Under the Australian Consumer Law, you have the right to expect a product or service will do or perform as it should. If not, you may be entitled to a repair, replacement or refund. You have the right to truthful and accurate representations. Sales agents cannot mislead or deceive you. You have the right to fair treatment.
Home DIY work
Many people enjoy the challenge of DIY work, especially when they're on a budget.
Following safety tips can prevent things from going horribly wrong.
Ladders
Using a ladder may seem obvious but simple tasks such as pruning, cleaning out gutters and painting a ceiling can lead to serious injury. Thousands of hospital visits happen each year from ladder accidents.
By following some simple ladder safety tips the risk of injury can be reduced: