Austbrokers ABS Insurance Partner
Austbrokers ABS has been AGHA’s preferred insurance partner for over 15 years. We understand that your business is often your livelihood, that’s why we work with you to find insurance solutions to meet your needs at the value you want. Our team of qualified, reputable and experienced account managers provide technical advice on tailored products and we have access to exclusive pricing. Austbrokers ABS have a dedicated claims team that you can access easily – this means no frustrating call centres and faster results, where you will deal directly with a claims professional who will manage your claim and fight for best outcomes on your behalf.
Available Services
The below are a handful of services Austbrokers ABS can provide to support you and your business:
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- •Business Insurance
An all-round product safeguarding your Business Assets and Public & Products Liability - •Motor Vehicle
A comprehensive product ensuring your vehicle is covered in the event of an accident or while the vehicle is not being driven - •Marine Cargo
A product ensuring your Imports, Exports, Australian Transits & Worldwide to Worldwide sendings are adequately covered - •Home & Contents
Cover for your Residential Building, Contents & Personal Valuables in the event there is loss or damage - •Premium funding
Easy monthly instalments meaning no upfront payments
- •Business Insurance
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How to access these benefits:
For a no obligation premium estimate of your current insurance program, call the Austbrokers ABS team on:
Craig Anderson
Client Service Manager
D +61 2 8567 3122
M +61 423 022 368
E craig.anderson@austbrokersabs.com.au
GS1 Australia
Getting your product out into the market quickly and seamlessly is more critical than ever. Whether you’re a small business owner looking to sell your products online, or a larger company dealing with major retailers, having a unique identification number and a globally recognised barcode system in place is crucial.
Most famously, GS1 is known for its barcode standards that are used universally. GS1 Australia helps companies obtain and use barcodes and other GS1 identifiers to improve the efficiency and visibility of their supply chains, ensure product authenticity, and enhance customer engagement. GS1 Australia also offers services in barcode testing, data synchronisation, training and consulting to ensure businesses are equipped to use the GS1 system effectively.
How can GS1 help a typical AGHA member?
You have access to more than just a barcode number! By joining GS1, you get continued support from GS1 experts including:
• Training
• Barcode Check service
• Participation in industry workgroups
• Informative newsletters
• Easily accessible Customer Support
• Consultancy and advisory services
Interested? Visit their website or call 1300 BARCODE.
FedEx Express
FedEx Express (trading as TNT Express) is one of Australia’s largest providers of distribution services with an extensive regional, national and international network of warehouses, sorting hubs and depots, all linked by sophisticated track and trace technology. FedEx Express pick-up and delivery network integrates distribution connection points at strategically selected locations across Australia. FedEx Express broad network means that your consignment is handled by experienced staff, from pick-up to delivery. FedEx Express aims to deliver consignments on time and in perfect condition.
FedEx Express offer highly competitive rates, proactive customer service, and are committed to service excellence.
Available Services:
• International air freight – express and economy
• Domestic road freight to and from anywhere in Australia
• Domestic air freight including 3kg and 5kg satchels
• Local courier services
• Taxi truck hire services
How to access these benefits:
Contact Claudia Puglia | Senior National Account Executive – Fashion and Retail at FedEx Express Australasia on 0435 348 386 or email claudia.puglia@fedex.com and quote your AGHA Member number.
Hunt & Hunt Lawyers Legal Advice
Hunt & Hunt Lawyers are one of Australia’s leading mid-sized law firms with eight offices around Australia plus one in Shanghai. We have a client base consisting of small to medium enterprises as well as major corporations, government departments and individuals. We have been Business Partners with AGHA since 2011, with our team assisting members and sharing our local, national and international knowledge to help you further your business.
AGHA members can benefit from Hunt & Hunt’s ability to provide commercial legal advice to help your business succeed.
Available Services:
• Consumer protection and terms of trade
• Supply, manufacturing, agency, licencing and distribution contracts
• Customs and global trade (incl. Fair Trade Agreements and rules of origin)
• Company structuring and restructuring
• Commercial leasing and all property matters
• Dispute resolution and litigation
• Mergers and acquisitions/business sale or exit
• Employment law
• Retail distribution and dealership issues including the franchising code of conduct
• Product liability
• Restrictive trade practices and other anti-competitive conduct
• Intellectual property
• Restructures and inter-generational transfers
• Corporations law and corporate governance
• Stamp duties and tax
Member Benefits
• Hotline Service – We are pleased to provide AGHA Members with a free 30 minute initial telephone call for legal advice (excludes current matters)
• Discount – 5% discount off our usual professional fees
• Updates on legislative / case developments – we publish and present regularly to our clients and will be pleased to provide newsletters, briefings and updates on areas of interest to your business.
How to access this benefit:
Contact us via email at membership@agha.com.au or phone 1300 441 384 with your member number handy and we will provide you with a legal advice form. Once completed, we will submit this to Hunt & Hunt who will be in touch, usually within 24 hours.
OUR AFFILIATES
Dorchester IT
Dorchester IT is a business which provides IT support that keeps your technology humming and secure.
Support that gives you the peace of mind that your IT is under control. It frees you to focus on the important parts of your business. Dorchester IT exist to solve business problems. To develop smart solutions that drive productivity and efficiency in your business. All the while, working proactively to keep your IT costs down.
Available Services:
• IT Support
• Managed IT Services
• Cloud Services
• Cyber Security
• Software Development
Exclusive Offer for AGHA Members:
• Free IT Health & Security Review (valued at $600)
A diagnostic of the health and security of your IT systems and environment. To identify potential business ending vulnerabilities. To protect your business from cyber criminals and the accidental IT slips your people might make.
• Ongoing services will be provided to you at exclusive AGHA member pricing (at discounts normally reserved for our VIP clients)
How to access these benefit:
Contact the membership team on 1300 441 384 or at membership@agha.com.au
Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) is the largest and most influential not-for-profit business organisation in Victoria, informing and supporting their members, clients and reach of more than 100,000 businesses and individuals across our great state. They provide programs, information and support to members and non-members to ensure a diverse and robust business community in Victoria.
CyberSimple is cyber security support that protects your business from attacks, threats and scams. Your employees are your biggest cyber threat, it’s time to upskill!
Access award-winning cyber awareness training through the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The virtual, self-paced awareness training is affordable and helps keep your business safe. Small businesses are overrepresented in cyberattacks, reporting 92.6% of all business incidents, at an average cost of $46,000 per incident. Don’t let your business become one of them.
Want to see if this is the right product for you and your team? Trial an episode of CyberSimple Essentials for free!
Interested? Visit VCCI’s website.
Officeworks
Put Officeworks to work as your partner in business.
Officeworks is here to support you with their trusted range of over 40,000 products, business services and specialist advice to keep your business up and running and help you get back to what you do best.
As a valued member of Australian Gift & Homewares Association (AGHA), by signing up to an Officeworks 30-day business account, you can enjoy exclusive business pricing* and benefits.
Member Benefits:
• 30-day business account *subject to approval
• Exclusive business pricing *for selected lines of products
• Dedicated website with exclusive pricing for Australian Gift & Homewares Association members
• Easy online ordering
• Flexible delivery – online and in store
• A single source for all your office needs
How to access this benefit:
Click here to find out more and register for a 30-day business account, or if you already have an account, email agha@officeworks.com.au directly.
Shell Card
Shell Card are excited to bring you an offer available exclusively to AGHA members.
What is a fuel card? Fuel cards are a convenient way for drivers of business vehicles to pay for their fuel. They also make it easy for business owners to keep track of their fuel purchases, and greatly reduce the time required to prepare business fuel tax claims.
Shell Card is more than just a fuel card.
• Reduce costs – it doesn’t matter if you have one business vehicle or a hundred, all you need is a valid ABN to apply for Shell Card and start enjoying many convenient benefits and savings.
• Earn rewards – in business every cent counts. That’s why Shell Card ensures every fuel purchase is accounted for – no more lost receipts – and offers a discount on fuel purchases for eligible customers. The built-in fraud protection and easy online spending controls might also save you money. Every time you fill up at Shell Coles Express you can earn flybuys points with your Shell Card. Then, when you’re ready to cash in your points, you can pick and choose from a huge range of awesome rewards. It’s a great way to thank your hard-working drivers – or to reward yourself!
• Save time – think of all the time you spend preparing your business fuel tax claims. Shell Card does that for you, with a streamlined GST tax statement. We also make it easy to manage multiple fuel cards through our online Shell Card Portal, and enable your drivers to pay at the pump with our Shell Card GO mobile app.
Member Benefits:
• Save 7c per litre on all fuel, available at Shell Card accepting sites (Shell, select Liberty and Caltex branded service stations)*for first 12 months.
• Zero card fees for 12 months *$2.50 per card, per month thereafter.
• Stack your exclusive discount offer with regular discounts available through Shell Card channels *save up to 11c per litre.
• Pay for fuel “at the pump” without leaving your vehicle, providing a seamless transaction, and saving time!
How to access these benefit:
Contact the membership team on 1300 441 384 or at membership@agha.com.au
*Offer is valid for 12 months on the date of sign up only. Subject to credit check.
Tyro
Tyro are the champions for better business banking. In 2003, our founders saw the opportunity to challenge the traditional banks by using innovative technology to offer a faster and more efficient EFTPOS payments solution to Australian businesses. In 2015, Tyro was the first business to be issued a full banking license in over a decade enabling customers to grow and streamline their business through products such as Tyro Term Deposits, a Tyro Bank Account, and Tyro eCommerce. Since then, Tyro has become Australia’s largest EFTPOS provider outside the big four1.
Tyro aims to provide value with an exclusive, competitive rate for AGHA members.
Available Services
With over 300 POS/PMS partnerships, we provide tailored and integrated EFTPOS, eCommerce and banking solutions which free-up time for our customers, enabling them to be champions at what they do.
How to access these benefits:
Contact us via email at membership@agha.com.au or phone 1300 441 384 with your member number handy and we will put you in contact with Tyro or click on the link to express your interest https://go.tyro.com/agha Click here for terms and conditions.
ezyCollect
ezyCollect is a full stack Accounts Receivables automation and Debtor Management platform that transforms business’ cashflow & automates the order to cash cycle. The product suite covers AR automation and workflows, integrated payments, credit risk scoring and digital credit applications. ezyCollect is trusted by B2B companies worldwide and manages over $1 billion in receivables.
ezyCollect streamlines cash flow & debtor management for businesses with an automated AR platform with integrated digital payments and b2b credit scores. It’s a fully automated solution that untangles the complex and often manual accounts receivable function.
Businesses with ezyCollect get paid faster – we looked at 208 businesses before and after using ezyCollect, and their overdue receivables were reduced by 43% six months after starting with ezyCollect.
The offer:
– 20% discount on Subscription Fees (*up to $2040 per year, per client depending on the value of the deal).
– Complimentary 2-hour AR Consulting session for new business (RRP: $199).
How to access this benefit:
Contact AGHA via email at membership@agha.com.au or phone 1300 441 384 with your member number handy and we will put you in contact with EzyCollect or click on the link to find out more: ezyCollect Accounts Receivables Automation Transforms B2b
OFX Foreign Exchange
OFX is an ASX listed global money transfer company that helps individuals and businesses transfer funds fast and securely to over 190 countries across 55 currencies at bank beating exchange rates.
With 7 offices around the world and over 20 years of experience they are able to offer 24/7 phone and online support ensuring that customers can transact across borders when, where and how they want.
Member Benefit:
$0 OFX transaction fees* & bank beating rates
How to access this benefit:
Visit AGHA | OFX to get started. For a free consultation offer for your business contact Rachael.Tallott@ofx.com.
Alternatively, contact us via email at membership@agha.com.au or phone 1300 441 384 with your member number handy and we will put you in contact with OFX.
Shop For Shops
Your benefit: Gold pricing on the following services (56% off the recommended retail price)
•Shop design and installation
•Custom solutions for your store
•Clothing racks
•Shelving and display
•Hangers
•Fashion accessories displays
•Point of sale displays
•Mannequins and bodyforms
•Showcases
•Counters
•Display cubes
•Signs, posters and ticketing
•Bags and wrapping
Contact Shop for Shops today and let them know you’re an AGHA member!
T: 1300 117 467
E: sales@shopforshops.com
Macquarie Collections
Macquarie Collections are experts in commercial and consumer debt collection. As a business owner, your cash flow can be delicately balanced and when debtors don’t pay what they owe, your financial situation can quickly suffer. With so many demands, there can understandably be little headspace left for focussing on debt collection. Fortunately, we’re here to help.
We have been leaders in the debt collection sector for over 30 years. Our team goes above and beyond to provide an exceptional personalised service. We handle the entire collection process in-house; from account managers to in-house solicitors. We’ve got a hardworking team of specialists at our disposal to handle the entire debt collection process for you.
No matter what industry you’re in or what size debt, we can help.
Special Member benefits:
• NO JOINING FEE!
• 4 FREE Solicitor Letters per month – to be used on separate debtor matters.
• EXCLUSIVE commission rate of 6.5%.
How to access this benefit:
Contact us via email at membership@agha.com.au or phone 1300 441 384 with your member number handy.
** Further follow up letters and disbursements are an additional fee – ask the team for the schedule list of fees.
** Services provided are invoiced on a 30 day account.
**This special is exclusive through Macquarie Collections (NSW) who provide debt collection services throughout Australia.
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Discounted Accommodation Rates
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