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The Board of the Australian Fishing Trade Association (AFTA) is proud to announce the appointment of Allan Hansard as the Association’s new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Allan will lead the organisation as governments develop policies which will affect recreational fishing across Australia, including proposed new marine parks in various parts of the country.
Allan is qualified in economics and is an experienced industry advocate with a background in the timber industry lobby and as a high level government bureaucrat.
AFTA is reviewing this website and will launch a new website in coming months.
Membership
Membership is available to Australian wholesalers/distributors/manufacturers of fishing tackle and associated products and services, as well as retailers and media organisations promoting fishing.
Retailers can submit an application for membership through this website, and other businesses can apply by contacting the AFTA office (see below for contact details).
Member Benefits
AFTA member benefits include:
• Discounted Trade Show exhibitor floor space options
• Discounted advertising rates and inclusion in the bi-monthly AFTR Magazine, which is sent free to members and key staff
• Free entry for retail buyers who pre-register for the annual Tackle Trade Show
• Free access to useful Australian industry survey information
• Discounted Association initiatives and heavily subsidised inclusion in industry trade awards functions
• Lobbying of Government and representation on members’ behalf to protect the future of recreational fishing in Australia
• Retail involvement with Association promotions and initiatives.
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• Australian Fishing Trade Association angler orientated fishing site. www.lovefishing.com.au