Educate. Associate. Advocate
Hardware Australia is a not for profit association which represents independent hardware retailers and suppliers, and provides benefits and value to you as a member through, education, association and advocating.
Through education, we hope to keep our members up to date on current industrial relations changes, improve service standards by providing industry-specific training, and secure the future of the industry by highlighting industry career pathways.
Our awards nights and events provide an avenue for the industry to come together and connect with industry peers through association.
We are passionate about the independent hardware industry, and will continue to fight for the future of our industry by advocating on behalf of our members. This includes lobbying against inappropriate development and legislation that may impact hardware businesses, and working to secure government funding for industry programs and initiatives.
“We aim to support members with resources and skills to grow their businesses and further strengthen the independent hardware industry”
What We Do
Membership
Hardware Australia membership is open to independent retail and supplier businesses within the hardware and building supplies industry. Membership offers a range of benefits and inclusions to help support your business.
Training
In conjunction with TABMA Training, we have developed industry specific short courses and qualifications. Click here to explore those courses.
EVENTS
Our events include awards nights, luncheons, breakfasts and golf days. These events are a great way to connect with your industry peers. To see what’s coming up in your state click here.
Latest News
Independence shines at National Awards of Excellence
This year’s IHG expo was a little different, as we were unable to gather due to COVID restriction. The show must go on and the event proceeded with a weeklong exhibition, online business sessions and the National Excellence Awards being held virtually. The awards were...
Hiring Qualified Employees: 4 Factors to Consider
Article by ECI Hiring qualified employees is often difficult. However, there are a few things your shop can do to make it easier. The following checklist lays out what you can do to give your shop the best chance of getting qualified manufacturing employees. Check...
Can you direct your staff to work on a public holiday?
article by www.hradvanceprofessionals.com.au A section of the National Employment Standards (NES) sets out the rules about working on public holidays. The NES apply to all employees covered by the national workplace relations system, regardless of any award,...
12 Workplace relations questions you should be asking in 2021
by Julian Arndt, Associate Director at Australia Business Lawyers & Advisors Now is the perfect time to stop and think deeply about where the year is headed, what might have been missed last year and see what opportunities may lay ahead. Our workplace relations...
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