Retail Membership

Practical support. Sustainable growth. Tailored networking.

Why join us?

We are dedicated to supporting and championing Aboriginal-owned retail businesses like yours and building the capability of First Nations retailers.

As a member of Aboriginal Retail Australia, you’ll unlock exclusive tools, resources, and opportunities to help your business grow. This includes practical support, sustainable growth solutions, and networking tailored specifically for Aboriginal retail brands and retailers. You’ll also join a vibrant community that celebrates and supports the unique contributions of Aboriginal businesses to the retail sector.

Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected industry and creating lasting impact for your business and our community.

Membership benefits

Here are four reasons to join us.

Tailored business resources

Access professionally curated tools and up-to-date resources you can implement immediately to elevate your business.

Exclusive networking opportunities

Build valuable connections within the Aboriginal business community and beyond.

Learning & development

Gain insights from webinars, training sessions, and events to sharpen your skills and stay ahead of industry trends.

Advocacy & representation

Be part of a collective voice advocating for Aboriginal businesses, ensuring your interests are represented at the highest levels.

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Membership criteria

To apply for certified retail membership, businesses need to meet the following criteria:

  • Be significantly focussed on retailing goods to customers
  • Have a valid ABN number and a registered business name
  • Be majority (51% or above) First Nations owned and operated
  • Have a functional website and/or sell your products online on marketplaces
Apply for membership

Want to become a member of Aboriginal Retail Australia? Select your membership type below and complete the application form.

Retailer Member - Standard

FREE

Our free retailer membership is for individual retailers who are First Nations employees or business owners in retail who need a standard level of member services and would like access to retail information, learning opportunities and a retailer community.

Benefits:

  • Selected Member discounts
  • Access to tech solutions
  • E-newsletter subscription
  • Invitations to selected webinars and online workshops
  • Access to selected events and opportunities

Retailer Member - Plus

$75/year

Our  retailer membership - plus is for individual retailers who are First Nations employees or business owners in retail who need a greater level of member service and would like access to retail information, learning opportunities and a retailer community.

Benefits:

  • Member discounts
  • Access to tech solutions
  • E-newsletter subscription
  • Facebook Group and WhatsApp channel access
  • Invitations to webinars and online workshops
  • Access to selected events and opportunities
  • Voting Rights

Certified Retail Member - Standard

FREE

Our free Certified Retail membership supports new and micro retail businesses who are starting out and need the benefits of member certification as an Aboriginal-owned retail business and a basic level of member service and engagement.

Benefits:

  • Member certification
  • Basic directory listing
  • Member discounts
  • Access to tech solutions
  • E-newsletter subscription
  • Facebook Group for your brand and WhatsApp channel access
  • Invitations to webinars and online workshops
  • Access to selected events and opportunities

Certified Retail Member - Plus

$195/year

Our paid membership supports emerging and established, micro and SME retail businesses who are looking to grow. Members get the benefits of member certification as an Aboriginal-owned retail business PLUS a higher level of promotional, mentoring and networking opportunities.

Benefits:

  • All the benefits of Free Membership, plus:
  • Website homepage promotions
  • Featured directory listing
  • Priority access to events
  • High-level mentoring
  • Voting rights
  • Eligibility to join our Brains Trust and serve as Director