NSW Fair Trading is responsible for the administration of consumer protection laws in NSW. It aims to achieve fairness for all in the marketplace by undertaking a range of activities, including:
- giving consumers and traders information about their rights and responsibilities and Fair Trading services
- helping to resolve consumer complaints and disputes
- licensing businesses, contractors, tradespeople and property professionals
- registering associations and co-operatives
- conducting compliance, inspection and testing programs
- developing and enforcing laws to safeguard consumer rights and inform business and traders on fair and ethical practices
- safeguarding rental bonds.
Note: There are no counter services at Head Office. For a full list of locations that provide counter service for Fair Trading, Find a Service NSW location.
Registry services
NSW Fair Trading offers information on how to start, run and close Associations and Co-operatives in NSW.
