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.

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