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Annual Trade Fair

Each March the ATA  organises the premier industry exhibition of the year.

By participating, you influence the future direction and development of your industry. Industry Awards are judged at the Fair. Members also benefit from a discount on the exhibition rate. A Gala Dinner provides the premier social event for the industry.

Safety & Standards

The ATA considers one of its most important duties is the promotion of the highest possible standards of safety in design and manufacture of children’s products. The ATA works closely with regulatory authorities Federal & State on all issues of safety and standards and through this involvement ATA members are recognised as having a prime responsibility. The ATA was also a key participant in the development of the ISO Toy Standard published in 2000.

ATA Website

The ATA’s website www.austoy.com.au provides an excellent business tool for members. Member contact details are listed with hotlinks to your email and website on the ATA's website. Member product details are also listed. Potential customers are therefore able to obtain your contact details and product offerings easily.

Representation

The ATA represents the interests of the toy industry on several levels addressing issues and commercial problems which could have a profound effect on the toy business. Nationally, the ATA monitors government regulation and participates in submissions on relevant issues. The ATA is involved in a variety of business forums representing the views of its industry sectors. Federal & State Governments and authorities also recognise the ATA as the first port of call on issues relating to toys and kids products. Internationally the ATA is a member of the International Council of Toy Industries (ICTI) and the Asian Council of Toy Industries (ACTI). The ATA actively participates in these forums.

Networking

ATA meetings and functions provide opportunities for members to exchange ideas, build relationships and socialise with all sectors of our industry. ATA’s annual Trade Charity Golf Day also provide an excellent forum for members to meet and socialise as well as do business!

Credit Bureau

A simple method of providing an early alert to possible credit risks.

Export Network

Through the Export Network the ATA assists members interested in developing their export markets. A major activity is to organise an ATA stand at the Nürnberg Toy Fair. Export Network members receive up to date information on export matters. Participating members benefit from the ATA’s status as an approved body for the Export Marketing Development Grant.

Logo Identification

The ATA logo is the recognised industry symbol. Members are supplied with an ATA member decal. Also members can apply for an electronic ATA member logo.

Publications

ATA members were kept up to date via regular Member Bulletins (email or fax) as well as through the ATA's website — www.austoy.com.au.

Public Relations and Promotions

The ATA has an important role to play in the promotion of a positive image of its industry sectors. The ATA has a public relations program in place and also a planned charity program through the Toy Charity Foundation of Australia.

Toy Charity Foundation of Australia

The Toy Charity Foundation of Australia is a trust set up by the ATA to administer funds raised through Kids Day and also the many other charity initiatives of the industry. The ATA underwrites the administration of the Foundation.

Member Advice and Assistance

The ATA acts as a primary resource for members requiring assistance with technical, licensing, ethical matters and guidelines.

Research & Development

Industry research is vital in establishing the importance of the toy industry to the economy. Research will therefore provide the basis for the ATA to influence and convince commerce and government. This is an area of continuing development by the ATA.

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