If you are not a member, and would like to apply, download the membership application form and the Direct Debit Request Form and send to VANA Ltd

 

Being a VANA member means you can rest assured that your interests are continually being represented and protected within the industry, by the right people! Membership delivers many exclusive benefits - among others, these include:

bullet

Cheaper electricity through greater buying power creating the VANA electricity buying group
bullet

Loan to purchase and refinance your business through VANA Financial services
bullet

Uniforms for a sharp professional look
bullet

Caltex Fuel Goldcard
bullet

Exclusive discounts on lighting
bullet

Newsagency specific insurance package with OAMPS Insurance
bullet

Benchmarking Service for Newsagents
bullet

Access to the marketing arm - Newspower
bullet

A comprehensive and competitive insurance package with OAMPS, specifically designed for newsagents and exclusive to VANA

bullet

Debt Collection Service

The Association also provides a call service for Industrial Relations.
Any query can be answered by phone or emailing the VANA office for advice.


Caltex Starcard



Western Union


 

  

We invite you to give consideration to becoming a VANA member. Aside from the advantage of membership in this era of change, VANA offers many other incentives for its members.
bullet

Industrial Relations advice and support

  • Instant Wage/Award information

  • Australian Workplace Agreement managed through VANA - a flexible and easy way to manage the new award

  • Employment contracts

  • Superannuation

  • Equal opportunity legislation

  • Sexual harassment

  • Discipline and performance issues

bullet

Harness the power of our all important contacts a the top level with the Metropolitan Daily newspapers, Regional Newspapers and major magazine distributors.
bullet

Open channels of communication between VANA and members

  • Quarterly Regional Group meetings - a great way to remain up to date with what's happening in your area

  • Fortnightly Bulletin to keep members informed of industry news and advice

  • Annual excellence Awards

  • Annual Market Fair

 

 

 

 

 

 
bullet

Newsagency specific training

  • Introductory, Induction and In-service training including Customer service, Merchandising and Financial management

  • VANA Retail Traineeship - supported by the State and Commonwealth Government whereby Newsagents can receive a rebate of up to $4,400 per trainee.

  • IT training

  • "So You Want To Be a Newsagent" - for those thinking of joining the industry

bullet

Lobbying - Rest assured that we are representing your interests at a State and National political level. In particular concerning :

  • ACCC _ Trade Practices Act

  • Tenancy - State Government - VANA is a registered stakeholder with the State Government

  • Awards for retail and distribution employees

  • Workers compensation

  • Legislation for changes both federal and state

  • Small business policy

bullet

Access to the VANA website Members Area

 

 

To join, or to find out more about VANA, you can contact us on

Ph: (03) 9482 2911  Fax: (03) 9482 1799  E-mail: general@vana.com.au

Or, visit or write to us at 806-810 Nicholson Street  North Fitzroy  VIC  3068