AuSAE - CVIAQ Transitions to National Mandate

CVIAQ Transitions to National Mandate

28 Oct 2015 12:05 PM | Kerrie Green

At their recent Annual General Meeting members of the state-based Commercial Vehicle Industry Association of Queensland took the unprecedented step of unanimously approving the transition to a national mandate and the creation of a new national representative body to be called Heavy Vehicle Industry Australia. As a consequence, the CVIAQ will exit a federated body it has been a part of since 1986.

‘With the transfer of responsibility for regulation of the heavy vehicle industry from the states to the Commonwealth and the creation of the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator, our industry needs a strong national voice dedicated solely to the interests of our members,’ said CVIAQ CEO Brett Wright. ‘Unfortunately, within the old federation policymaking was in the hands of the passenger-car dominated motor trades associations.’

The vote was the result of an intense 18 month period of work which included attempts at reform of the old federation, a national consultation of members and industry leaders, creation of a robust business plan and the development and delivery of a communications campaign. CVIAQ was advised throughout by association consultants THINK: Insight & Advice.

‘We were in unchartered territory and we relied on the expertise of Randall Pearce of THINK to navigate our way through the myriad issues,’ said Wright. ‘He provided clear and wise advice at every step along the way to this terrific result,’ he said.

‘Many professional and industry groups complain that the old federated structures are no longer fit for purpose but don’t feel as if they have any options,’ said Randall Pearce, managing director of association consultants THINK: Insight & Advice. ‘Fortunately, Brett and his board exercised real vision and courage to bring about the change.’

Heavy Vehicle Industry Australia is designed to be a modern national association. Instead of state-based offices, HVIA will have three regional offices in Melbourne serving Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania, in Perth serving WA and the Northern Territory and Brisbane serving Queensland, NSW and the ACT. ‘We are implementing a matrixed management structure where each national manager will be responsible for a national program as well as a geographic region,’ according to Wright.

To ensure that the new association is seen as a truly national organisation, the new offices in Melbourne and Perth will open on the same day on 1 March 2016. The board is already reflecting the new national character of HVIA with three new directors elected at the AGM from outside of Queensland. ‘Our board meetings will rotate through the regions and we will continue to recruit directors from across the country as we make the transition,’ said Wright. ‘Exciting times indeed!’

This media release was directly sourced from the CVIAQ website.

For more information contact: Brett Wright, CEO, CVIAQ, 0419 716 050

Strengthening Trans-Tasman Connections: AuSAE and Tourism New Zealand Business Events Renew Partnership

Association professionals across Australia and New Zealand have even more reason to explore trans-Tasman opportunities. AuSAE is proud to announce the renewal of its longstanding partnership with Tourism New Zealand Business Events, celebrating 11 years of collaboration.

For over a decade, this partnership has strengthened connections between the two countries, helping associations expand networks, share knowledge, and deliver world-class events.

Toni Brearley, CAE, Chief Executive Officer at AuSAE, said:

“Our partnership with Tourism New Zealand Business Events has opened doors for association leaders to plan unforgettable events and connect with peers across the Tasman. Together, we’ve created opportunities, shared knowledge, and elevated the experiences of our members and their delegates. This partnership reinforces our commitment to fostering strong trans-Tasman collaborations, helping associations innovate, grow, and deliver outstanding value to their members.”

Helen Bambry, Business Events Manager at Tourism New Zealand, added:

“Partnering with AuSAE means we can directly support association professionals in bringing their next international business event to New Zealand – offering assistance, funding, and support to ensure exceptional experiences for both organisers and delegates.”

Watch the Tourism New Zealand Business Events video

What this partnership means for you

For Australian associations:

Receive expert guidance and support to bring conferences or member events to New Zealand.
Access funding assistance through Tourism New Zealand Business Events.
Expand your network and build partnerships with New Zealand peers and industry leaders.
Deliver international experiences for members and delegates just across the Tasman.

For New Zealand associations:

Strengthen professional connections with Australian association leaders through AuSAE’s network.
Share expertise and collaborate on professional development, governance, and member engagement initiatives, and more.
Gain visibility within the broader association community in Australia and New Zealand.
Access opportunities to host international association events and delegates in New Zealand, boosting local engagement and knowledge exchange.

About AuSAE:

The home for association professionals, the Australasian Society of Association Executives (AuSAE) is the leading - and only not-for-profit, member-based - organisation supporting association professionals in Australia and New Zealand. For 70 years, AuSAE has been a trusted partner for those working in associations, providing professional development, support, and networking to help association leaders achieve organisational goals, advance their careers, and strengthen the wider sector.

About Tourism New Zealand Business Events:

Tourism New Zealand Business Events provides expert guidance, funding, and support to attract conferences, incentives and corporate events to New Zealand.

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For more information about AuSAE, please contact Toni Brearley, CAE:
Toni Brearley, CAE
Chief Executive Officer, AuSAE
E: toni@ausae.org.au
T: + 61 458 000 155

To apply for funding and support to host a conference in New Zealand contact Helen Bambry:
Helen Bambry
Business Events Manager, Tourism New Zealand
E: Helen.Bambry@tnz.govt.nz
T: +61 415 933 325

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