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retail community
The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) is the oldest, largest and most diverse national retail body. We represent a $430 billion sector that employs more than 1.4 million Australians and is the largest private sector employer in the country. As Australia’s peak retail body, representing more than 120,000 retail shop fronts and online stores, the ARA informs, advocates, educates, protects and unifies our independent, national and international retail community.
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As part of the ARA Membership
As a member of ARA, you gain access to a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support your retail business. Membership includes exclusive industry insights, networking opportunities with leading retailers and professionals, specialised training and development programs, advocacy and policy support and access to events and webinars that keep you informed on the latest trends shaping the retail landscape.
Retailer Support Services
Access the ARA’s suite of services providing advice and support across a range of functions, including employment law, human resources, legal and tenancy matters.
Leading Industry Voice
Be a part of the retail industry’s leading voice, as we unify our unique and diverse member base and advocate for big changes at all government levels.
Resources and Insights
Access a wealth of exclusive retail resources and insights through the ARA’s strategic partners and industry experts.
Skills & Training
As an RTO, the ARA is a leading provider of education, training, and professional development for the retail industry, providing both accredited and non-accredited training along with certificates, diplomas and short courses.
Industry Events
Access a wide range of member-only and public events, that connect you with like-minded retailers, industry leaders and change-makers, at member-only prices.
Industry Advisory Committees
Contribute to the ARA’s policy and advocacy agenda through our suite of Advisory Committees, alongside industry peers and subject matter experts.
Retailer Support Services
Access the ARA’s suite of services providing advice and support across a range of functions, including employment law, human resources, legal and tenancy matters.
Leading Industry Voice
Be a part of the retail industry’s leading voice, as we unify our unique and diverse member base and advocate for big changes at all government levels.
Resources and Insights
Access a wealth of exclusive retail resources and insights through the ARA’s strategic partners and industry experts.
Skills & Training
As an RTO, the ARA is a leading provider of education, training, and professional development for the retail industry, providing both accredited and non-accredited training along with certificates, diplomas and short courses.
Industry Events
Access a wide range of member-only and public events, that connect you with like-minded retailers, industry leaders and change-makers, at member-only prices.
Industry Advisory Committees
Contribute to the ARA’s policy and advocacy agenda through our suite of Advisory Committees, alongside industry peers and subject matter experts.
Gain access to these exclusive benefits and more
With the end-of-year shopping season fast approaching, this hub offers a specially curated collection
of reports, and consumer spending insights, all designed to enhance your strategic holiday planning.
New resources will be added periodically.
Proposed Amalgamation Resources
As we progress towards the unification of our industry with the proposed amalgamation of the NRA and ARA, we look forward to providing regular updates to keep our member community informed.
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