About co-operatives
Learn about co-operatives, their structure, membership, and legal responsibilities under the Co-operatives National Law.
Co-operatives National Law
Learn about the Co-operatives National Law, its implementation across Australia, and how NSW leads the national regulatory project.
Co-operatives legislation in NSW
NSW co-operatives follow the Co-operatives National Law. Learn about registration, regulations, forms, and exemptions managed by NSW Fair Trading.
Starting a co-operative
Learn the step-by-step process for registering a new co-operative under the Co-operatives National Law (NSW), including rules, disclosures, and meetings.
Running a co-operative
Understand co-operatives’ duties, from naming and registers to directors’ responsibilities and financial reporting under the Co-operatives National Law.
Closing a co-operative
Learn about the different ways a co-operative can be wound up, including voluntary winding up, deregistration, and Supreme Court action.
Download co-operatives forms
Find a list of forms and a link to the co-operatives lodgement portal.
Search for co-operatives in NSW
Search NSW Fair Trading’s Co-operatives Register to find details on co-operative name, number, registration status, and location under the Co-operatives National Law.
Access co-operatives public records
Access NSW Fair Trading’s Public Register to request co-operative documents, pay required fees, and ensure privacy protection under the Co-operatives National Law.
Make a complaint or an enquiry
Learn your rights under the Co-operatives National Law and how to address breaches or file a complaint with NSW Fair Trading.