Motor industry

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Motor vehicle salespeople, yard managers and auctioneers

Motor vehicle salesperson's licence What is a motor vehicle salesperson? A salesperson is someone who is employed or engaged by or on behalf of a dealer to buy or sell motor vehicles. A salesperson's licence is needed if you: Buy or sell vehicles (e.g. write up purchase contracts). Complete sales...
Motor vehicle sellers
06 Mar 2014

Responsibility for fixing a problem with a good

When goods fail to meet a guarantee , a consumer has a right to a ‘remedy’ – an attempt to put the situation right. Common remedies include repair , replacement or refund , and can involve action for compensation or damages . Suppliers The supplier has to provide the remedy when goods do not meet...
Returns and cancellations
05 Mar 2014

Media contacts

The media team is the first point of contact for journalists and other members of the media wanting information about Consumer Protection and its activities. The media team: prepares media releases and speeches arranges media interviews organises launches promoting our products and objectives...
Contact Consumer Protection
04 Mar 2014

Consumer Protection legislation

The Parliamentary Counsel's Office publishes all Western Australian legislation. You can seach and download Acts and Regulations in PDF or Word format. You can download a document with a list of Acts by administering portfolios .
About us
04 Mar 2014

Licensed occupations

Businesses and people working in certain industries must be licensed or registered with Consumer Protection. Abbreviations shown in brackets below represent the code for the type of licence. Motor vehicle industry Dealers (MD) Repairers (MR) Repair businesses (MRB) Salespeople (MS) Yard managers (...
Tradespeople
04 Mar 2014

Review on displaying of fuel price boards and impact on current WA laws 2013

Fuel price boards Review on displaying of fuel price boards and impact on current WA laws Status: Closed 25 October 2013 Review A proposed national standard for fuel price boards is under review. The standard will allow only undiscounted prices to be displayed, as well as requiring all prices to be...
Consultations
04 Mar 2014

Motor vehicle dealers and repairers law review 2013

Review of laws affecting motor vehicle dealers and repairers in Western Australia Status: Closed 15 November 2013 Consumer Protection is seeking the views of the community as part of a review of laws that regulate the motor vehicle industry in WA. People involved in the industry and consumers are...
Consultations
04 Mar 2014

Selling your car through a dealer

Selling a car to a licensed dealer can be done in three ways: Sell your car directly to a dealer As a trade-in for the purchase of a new car Sell your car on consignment Selling directly to a dealership Dealers may offer you cash on the spot to purchase your car. This process usually involves the...
Selling a vehicle
28 Feb 2014

Privately selling a vehicle

Selling a car privately in WA is relatively straightforward. A key step as a seller is to complete a Transfer of Ownership form and submit it to the Department of Transport. For more information see Transport WA’s buy, sell or transfer a vehicle . The Australian Consumer Law (ACL) does not apply to...
Selling a vehicle
28 Feb 2014

Car servicing and repairs

WATCH
Maintaining your car with regular services and repairs will help keep it in good working order and protected by warranty, if this applies. You need to authorise any repair work based on the original quote and any agreed additional work. When you drop your car off for repairs, ask the repairer to...
Servicing, repair and towing
28 Feb 2014

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Publications

What to do if a worker has COVID-19

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Safe Work Australia has created an easy to follow infographic to advise workplaces on the steps they should take if a worker comes down with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19.
WorkSafe
Information
23 Sep 2021

Subscribe to motor vehicle industry bulletins

News you can use, delivered straight to your inbox! Each month Consumer Protection sends topical bulletins filled with helpful information to the motor vehicle industry, including tailored...
Consumer Protection
Form – registration
14 Aug 2024

Motor vehicle industry bulletins

Motor vehicle industry bulletins provide topical information and reminders for those in the motor vehicle industry, including repairers and dealers. Have you subscribed? Make sure you are up to date...
Consumer Protection
Bulletin
10 May 2024

Western Australian framework and strategy for the prevention and management of work-related musculoskeletal disorders

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The Western Australian strategy and framework for the prevention and management of work-related musculoskeletal disorders are intended as useful resources for stakeholders who can influence...
WorkSafe
Information
11 Feb 2020

(Archived) Review Process Summary – Develop Work Health and Safety Regulations for Western Australia

THIS DOCUMENT IS NO LONGER CURRENT AND IS AVAILABLE ON THE WEBSITE FOR HISTORICAL PURPOSES ONLY. The public comment period on the Work Health and Safety Regulations for Western Australia closed on 26...
WorkSafe
Information
14 Aug 2024

Thinking of purchasing a new car? Tips for consumers

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Follow these tips to protect yourself: 1. Research Before you buy a new or used car, do some research to determine which car is right for you and what you can afford. 2. Check safety rating Check the...
Consumer Protection
Flyers
14 Aug 2024

Buying or selling motor vehicles? You may need a licence!

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Follow these simple steps: Choose the category of licence that is right for you and apply. Pay the correct licensing fees when they're due. Start being a motor vehicle dealer. Learn Attend a relevant...
Consumer Protection
Flyers
11 Dec 2019

Motor vehicle repairers - licence or certificate: what's the difference?

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Motor vehicle repair business licence or motor vehicle repairer's certificate: what's the difference? Are you: the owner of a motor vehicle repair business? a self-employed motor vehicle repairer?...
Consumer Protection
Flyers
02 Dec 2019

Motor vehicle repairers - tips for consumers

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Does your vehicle need repairs? Follow these tips to protect your asset and your family. 1 Research. Before you book your car in for a service, new tyres or repairs ask for recommendations from your...
Consumer Protection
Flyers
14 Aug 2024

Regional Services Review consultation paper and feedback form

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The Regional Services Review - Consultation Paper is now available for all stakeholders to have their say.
Corporate
Consultations / public comment
16 Sep 2019

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Announcements

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. After today it is likely motorists will have to wait for two weeks before petrol prices are again at the bottom of the price cycle. FuelWatch reports that, from 6am tomorrow (Wednesday 24 August 2022), the average price of regular unleaded petrol (ULP) will increase by 21 cents per...
Consumer Protection
Media release
23 Aug 2022

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. FuelWatch reports that, from 6am tomorrow (Wednesday 10 August 2022), Perth’s average price of regular unleaded petrol (ULP) will increase by 24 cents per litre (cpl) to 181.3 cpl. Coles Express and Ampol hiking between 37-42 cpl up to 195.9 cpl; Puma up to 195.7 cpl; BP up to 191...
Consumer Protection
Media release
09 Aug 2022

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. FuelWatch reports that, from 6am tomorrow (Wednesday 27 July 2022), the average price of regular unleaded petrol (ULP) will increase by over 23 cents per litre (cpl) to 186.5 cpl. Ampol, Caltex Woolworths and Coles Express hiking by up to 44 cpl up to 199.9 cpl; 7-Eleven up to 195...
Consumer Protection
Media release
26 Jul 2022

New codes of practice released

The Minister for Industrial Relations has approved a series of Work Health and Safety codes of practice which came into effect today. These codes have been adapted for Western Australian work health and safety environments from the Model codes of practice published by Safe Work Australia, developed through consultation with unions and employer organisations. Dr Patricia Todd, Chair of the Work...
WorkSafe
Department News
15 Jul 2022

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. FuelWatch reports that, from 6am tomorrow (Wednesday 13 July 2022), the average price of regular unleaded petrol (ULP) will increase by over 20 cents per litre (cpl) to 209.7 cpl. 7-Eleven hiking by up to 38 cpl up to 225.9 cpl; Coles Express and Ampol up to 219.9 cpl; BP up to 217...
Consumer Protection
Media release
12 Jul 2022

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. After today it is likely motorists will have to wait for two weeks before petrol prices are again at the bottom of the price cycle. FuelWatch reports that, from 6am tomorrow (Wednesday 29 June 2022), the average price of regular unleaded petrol (ULP) will increase by 26 cents per...
Consumer Protection
Media release
28 Jun 2022

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

14 June 2022 Motorists in Perth and Mandurah are advised to fill up now if they need to, with petrol prices set to rise tomorrow. After today it is likely motorists will have to wait for two weeks before petrol prices are again at the bottom of the price cycle. FuelWatch reports that, from 6am tomorrow (Wednesday 15 June 2022), the average price of regular unleaded petrol (ULP) will increase by...
Consumer Protection
Media release
14 Jun 2022

ServiceWA app upgrade to keep WA drivers informed of petrol prices

Tuesday, 7 June 2022 ServiceWA app upgrades will ensure users have easy access to FuelWatch Interactive functionality and map will show fuel prices available near users Next addition to ServiceWA app continues journey in redefining the way Western Australians interact with government services The McGowan Government has updated its ServiceWA app to include FuelWatch, providing an easy to navigate...
Consumer Protection
Media release
07 Jun 2022

Fine for Marangaroo unlicensed vehicle seller (Hussain Al Hussein)

Unlicensed dealer ordered to pay more than $9,000 in fines and costs 13 vehicles sold illegally over a 16 month period Public plea for community to help stop backyard vehicle trading A man who bought and sold vehicles from his Marangaroo home without a licence has been ordered to pay a total of $9,262.50 in fines and costs by the Joondalup Magistrate Court. Hussain Al Hussein was fined $3,800 and...
Consumer Protection
Media release
01 Jun 2022

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. After today it is likely motorists will have to wait for two weeks before petrol prices are again at the bottom of the price cycle. FuelWatch reports that, from 6am tomorrow (Wednesday 1 June 2022), the average price of regular unleaded petrol (ULP) will increase by 23 cents per...
Consumer Protection
Media release
31 May 2022

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