DCRA is a not for profit, member based organisation, that seeks to:

  • Build a strong, unified voice for Darwin CBD retailers, with a particular focus on sole trades and small to medium business.
  • Collaborate and consult with key stakeholders to support CBD commitments and strategies.
  • Work together with retailers and stakeholders to support CBD commercial growth
  • Promote Darwin city as an enjoyable, safe and vibrant shopping and dining destination.

As a DCRA member, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including but not limited to:

  • Advocation and stakeholder engagement on behalf of retailers, for matters affecting retailers.
  • Regular communications on a range of relevant local and industry matters and opportunities.
  • Access to Australian Retailers Association (ARA) insights, publications and resources
    Participation in CBD surveys and data collection, to support activities and change.
  • Local retail representation on the DCRA Committee, along with an ARA representative
    Use of DCRA office space as required.
  • Quarterly DCRA member networking events
    Regular professional development workshops.
  • Collaborative advertising and marketing opportunities.
  • Inclusion in various activation events throughout the city, eg at Christmas and Easter.

For owners of a single retail business

For retailers with more than one shop

For owners of a property containing multiple retailers

For owners of two or more properties containing multiple retailers

For members within the industry who offer their services

For those who want to join, but don’t have a retail or professional service business

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