Barrister AI
All legislation
WAAct
In force
This is the latest official compilation.Check the official source →
s 242

Restriction on use of word “co‑operative” or similar words

In force
Part 9Management and administration of co‑operatives
Division 8Name and registered office

242 Restriction on use of word “co‑operative” or similar words

(1)

A person other than a co‑operative must not trade, or carry on business, under a name or title containing the word “Co‑operative” or “Cooperative” or the abbreviation “Co‑op” or words importing a similar meaning.

Penalty for this subsection: a fine of $2 000.

(2)

The regulations may exempt or provide for the exemption of specified entities or kinds of entities from subsection (1).

[Section 242 amended: No. 7 of 2016 s. 83 and 200.]

Research tools for this sectionPro

The statute text is free to read above. View Pro plans to unlock the case-law research tools for each provision.

Section 242 — Restriction on use of word “co‑operative” or similar words — Co-operatives Act 2009 (Western Australia) — Barrister AI