Retail and Personal Services
The retail and wholesale trade sector covers many small and large businesses selling goods to consumers, businesses, and organisations. Retail and Personal Services in the Northern Territory are primarily influenced by income and expenditure habits, indicating consumer confidence. Retail and wholesale connect to various industries, such as primary industries and manufacturing. Employing over 10% of the NT workforce, retail services will continue to be a reliable job creator and revenue stream.
Includes the following sectors
KEY FACTS
Future of the industry
Employment levels for all occupations involved in the Retail Trade industry are predicted to grow between 2020 and 2025, with Sales Assistants (General) predicted to have the largest industry employment increase of 25% by 2025.
source: National Industry Insights

Industry Associations
Understanding their role
Most industries in Australia have representation by industry associations that provide members with services, including support and training.
Industry associations play an essential role in presenting the collective voice for individual businesses within an industry.
Becoming a member of the peak body can give your business credibility as your membership proves to customers that you have met strict criteria and have specific qualifications and experience.
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Developing a future workforce
ISACNT works with schools, VET Coordinators, students, and industry to determine the skills needed to secure a future NT workforce. Sharing knowledge of industry and career pathways to inspire the Northern Territory's upcoming workforce.
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