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Empowering consumers and ensuring safety

Last updated: 01 April 2026

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Know your rights and responsibilities when renting a home.
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Aboriginal consumers

Consumer rights resources to empower Aboriginal consumers.
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Online shopping and gifts

Know your rights for returns when buying online and buying gifts.

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Alert to Perth motorists - fill up now to beat the petrol price rise

Motorists in Perth and Mandurah are advised to fill up now if they need to, with petrol prices set to rise tomorrow.

Minister's announcement: State Government to deliver protection, rent relief for tenants

The State Government is improving housing security for Western Australians with legislative reforms to protect tenants from being unfairly evicted while extendi

Minister's announcement: Stronger FuelWatch rules boost transparency for motorists, regions

The Cook Labor Government's strengthened FuelWatch requirements come into effect on Friday, with all fuel retailers across Western Australia now required to rep
Artwork reflecting the Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety – Consumer Protection’s commitment to protecting and supporting Aboriginal consumers all across Western Australia.

Connected through knowledge

Artwork reflecting the Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety – Consumer Protection’s commitment to protecting and supporting Aboriginal consumers all across Western Australia.

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Acknowledgement of Country

The Government of Western Australia acknowledges the traditional custodians throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to all members of the Aboriginal communities and their cultures; and to Elders both past and present.

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