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About BASA NSW

WHO OR WHAT IS BASA-NSW?

The Balloon Artist & Suppliers Association of New South Wales Inc. is a non profit trade group representing businesses and sole traders who derive income from trading within the balloons, party supplies, party hire, floristry, special events and entertainer industries. Originally launched in 1991 as the Balloon Industry Association of NSW, BASA-NSW is now affiliated with BASA-VIC, BASA-QLD, BASA-WA and BASA-SA to collectively operate BASA-Australasia for the purpose of staging the Australasian Balloon Convention every 2 years.

HOW DOES IT OPERATE?

As required by the state government Department of Fair Trade, BASA-NSW is a registered incorporated association. Members elect an executive committee and 6 additional committee members each year. These 10 elected members then volunteer their time to administer BASA-NSW and to formulate policies and activities for the benefit of the entire membership. The elected Treasurer administers all income and expenditure.

WHAT KIND OF POLICIES AND ACTIVITIES?

Being a trade association, over the past 10 years BASA-NSW have provided:-

• Code of Conduct & Ethics
• Trade education along with safety and product information.
• Environmental Policy
• Hosted the Australasian Balloon Convention
• Helped finance and coordinate the A.B.C. in other states in 95,99 and 2001,2003.2005
• Provided communication channels for members to keep up-to-date with new products and industry developments. Education and Trade days.
• Organized social activities for members such as; golf days, 10-pin bowling, fishing and the annual industry Christmas party.
• Provided members with marketing assistance and advice.

DOES MEMBERSHIP OFFER ANY OTHER BENEFITS?

In addition to the above, as a full trade member of BASA-NSW, you acquire;

• Small business prestige and credibility as an approved member to the Australian balloon industry’s recognised self-regulating body.
• Permission to use the BASA-NSW and the BASA-A logo on your stationery and with all your advertising material.
• Discounted fees to attend education and social events organised by BASA-NSW.
• Trade listing with your company details as a member on the BASA-A web site.
• Discounted delegate’s fee to attend the Australasian Balloon Convention.
• A Membership Certificate to frame and mount at your place of business.
• Discounts on products from some supplier members.
• ‘Talking shop’ and networking opportunities with other members of BASA.
• Information “Help Hotline”

THE COST OF ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP?

There are basically three levels of membership.

• Full membership gains all benefits and services mentioned above as well as the authority to vote at General Meetings and the Annual General Meeting (AGM) usually held in July.
• Associate Membership is available to those business owners who do not desire access to all benefits, discounts available, nor the right to vote.
• Employees of financial members can join in their own right, but share only the same level of benefits as associate members.

Eligible Full Members are those in the balloon, party, special events, entertainment, floristry or other associated industries who have an A.B.N. Members can be trading as; manufacturers, wholesale suppliers, retailers, decorators, consultants or service providers.

• Full Membership Annual Fee - $200.00
• Associate Membership Annual ( renewal) Fee - $ 95.00
• Employee Membership - $45.00
  

A receipt is issued. And our ABN No. is 46 234 687 034

Note: Members are registered and listed by business name and address. Each full member must nominate the person eligible to vote on behalf of the business listed as the member.

• View our committee members contact details.

HOW CAN MY BUSINESS BECOME A MEMBER?

Simply complete the Membership Application Form  including Copy of Insurance policy & payment and return by post to the Secretary, as indicated on the application form.

The executive committee will consider your application as soon as practical and you will be advised if your application has been accepted or otherwise.