Membership
DIAA members are united by their commitment to and passion for the dairy industry. They come from all parts of the industry – dairy product manufacturing, packaging, logistics, research, government bodies, laboratories, ingredients, marketing, sales, exports and many more. Full DIAA membership is only $132 per calendar year.
Full-time students, apprentices or trainees in the dairy industry may be eligible for Associate Membership, which is $66 per calendar year.
You can join online now or download the 2010 DIAA membership form (pdf 155Kb)
Member benefits
DIAA members have access to a wide variety of information, resources, professional development and networking opportunities throughout the year, both through their State Division and the National Office.
Information and Resources
- Award-winning Australian Dairy Foods magazine filled with industry news, events, company profiles, market information and more
- Comprehensive online and print industry directory, Australian Dairy Listing
- Peer-reviewed Australian Journal of Dairy Technology
- Access to the member-only area of the DIAA website with job ads, Buy & Sell, online Australian Dairy Listing and more
- Regular electronic newsletter with latest DIAA news, events and special offers for members
- Discounts on advertising, conference attendance, etc.
- Advice and information via phone and e-mail
- Online resources, publications, reports and technical manuals
Industry Recognition
- Annual state and national dairy products competitions
- Medals and awards for outstanding service to industry
- Use of ‘member of the DIAA’ logo on corporate material
- Use of ‘proud supporter of the DIAA’ signs at trade shows and events
- Membership pin and certificate
- Life memberships in recognition of service to the DIAA
Networking Opportunities
- Networking with other members at State conferences, social events, golf days, factory tours, quiz nights and more throughout the year
- Meeting international and Australian experts at the Dairy Science World Series conference and technical events
- Mixing with the ‘who’s who’ of the dairy world and celebrating the industry’s achievements at the annual Awards of Excellence Dinner
- Taking advantage of DIAA’s links with other professional organisations in Australia and overseas through joint events and initiatives
- Joining a DIAA state committee and forming close bonds with others passionate about the dairy industry
Professional Development
- Training and education through DIAA technical nights and seminars, and discounts on courses and seminars run by other education providers
- Scholarships to attend conferences, seminars and training courses
- Opportunity to participate in Australian and overseas study tours
- Access to DIAA travel and tertiary scholarships
- Developing public speaking and corporate governance skills by becoming involved in DIAA state and national committees
- Becoming a judge or steward at dairy product competitions
You can join online now or download the 2010 DIAA membership form (pdf 155Kb)
Who are DIAA members?
- Owners, managers and staff of dairy product manufacturers big and small
- Staff of companies that supply or service dairy product manufacturers
- Food technologists, scientists, engineers, researchers, microbiologists and nutritionists
- Lecturers, instructors and researchers working for tertiary institutions
- Public servants, regulators and government staff who provide research funding to the food industry
- Students of food science and technology
- Anyone who is interested in and enjoys great dairy products
