Retail & CommerceThere is growing population that are relocating to the Wheatbelt to take advantage of the semi-rural lifestyle, but who still want access to those services and facilities offered in metropolitan areas. This presents enormous opportunities for people looking to establish businesses of all kinds within the region.
Facts and Figures
- Retail trade is the dominant industry and employer in the Region – focused in Narrogin, Northam, Merredin and Moora
- Estimated turnover of $381.2m 2001/02
- Retail and Commerce provides the highest number of training opportunities in the region with 236 people undertaking apprenticeships or traineeships in Property and Business Services in 2003 and another 141 in Retail or Wholesale Trade
| Employment (2001) |
% of Wheatbelt
Workforce |
| Retail Trade |
10.8% |
| Retail Trade |
10.8% |
| Wholesale Trade |
4.3% |
| Property & Business Services |
4.0% |
| Finance & Insurance |
1.4% |
| Communication Services |
1.1% |
Wheatbelt Advantages
- Third largest regional population with over 1 million people passing through the region each year.
- Projected population growth of around 62% by 2031
- Extensive transport network
- Affordable commercial premises
- High demand for both professional ad trades services
Opportunities
- Trades services
- Professional services
- Artisans
- Call Centres
- Photography
- Graphic design, including website design
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