Mission and Values

Mission

To be Australia's leading retail body, promoting and protecting the sector through advocacy, advice, education and member services.

Our new stated values are recognition of the promises we make to our members. We are here because of and for the members alone. It's that simple.

ARA Values

Integrity - we engage with all stakeholders in an open and honest way to ensure transparency, credibility and professionalism.

Excellence - we strive for best practice delivery of superior products, services and solutions to help build stronger retailers.

Guardianship - we speak and act on behalf of retailers to ensure ongoing development, sustainability and economic security for the sector.

Respect - we value, support and encourage each other to achieve great success for retailers.