2009 Convention and Exhibition

The "Hire Rhythm & All That Jazz" themed HRIA Convention and Exhibition was held between 19-22 April 2009 at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre.

Thank you to all the sponsors, exhibitors and delegates who attended for making it so successful.

Videos and photos from the convention are now available – follow the links to the right for more

HRIA rental companies of the year Monash Hire Hire One Events NQ Crommelins Machinery Baytex Australia

The Hire and Rental Industry Association is the official industry association for hire and rental companies in Australia, providing benefits and services at both national and state levels.

Our membership covers all areas of the industry, including building & construction, excavating & earthmoving, hoists, home handyman & electrical, horticulture & landscaping, lighting, materials handling, mining, office supplies & equipment, party & events, portable toilets, road construction, scaffolding, vehicles & fleet, and much much more.

For more information or to become a member click here

2009 Rental Company & Supplier of the Year
The HRIA Rental Company and Supplier of the Year for 2009 have been announced. Rental Company of the Year: Monash Hire; Hire One (under $3 million); Events NQ (Events division). Supplier of the Year: Crommelins Machinery; Baytex Australia (Events division). Congratulations to all of our winners.
HRIA Membership application and benefits
Like to join, or already a member and need to renew? You can download the 2009 HRIA Membership Application / Renewal Form and learn about the Benefits of Membership in the Member Services area.
Munro Group HR Management
HRIA Member, Munro Group HR Management, provides individually customised HR Policies and Procedures Manual and Employee Handbooks for your own Business.

They are designed to ensure your compliance with the 40 plus HR Laws related to People Management, as well as for training Staff on HR matters.
BMAgency Group – Credit Bureau
Members can lodge a default or refer a new debt with BMAgency Group Pty Ltd, the HRIA’s credit bureau, for free on the BMA website. Members who have referred a debt can access the BMA secure website by logging in to the Member Area of the HRIA website.
OAMPS Insurance Brokers
OAMPS are the HRIA endorsed insurance broker and provider. If you would like more information about how OAMPS can help protect your assets, please refer to the OAMPS website.
HRIA Code of Conduct (revised Feb 09)
The HRIA Code of Conduct, which includes business ethics, is intended to provide guidance and cultivate an awareness of the behaviour of member companies.
Red Alert - Stolen Equipment
The HRIA provides the "Red Alert" scheme to notify members of stolen equipment.
If you would like to report a stolen item, please use our "Red Alert - Stolen Equipment" form.
New Tax Office ruling on fuel tax credits
The Tax Office has published the new ruling on entitlements to fuel tax credits. The purpose of the ruling is to overcome confusion as to which entity is entitled to a fuel tax credit under a hire arrangement.
New component pricing laws
From 25 May 2009 changes to the Trade Practices Act will affect component pricing (where the cost of goods or services is represented to a consumer in multiple parts).
HRIA Weighting Guide (Temporary Structure/Marquee)
This guide has been produced to offer guidance with regards to the safety and stability of marquees or temporary structures in outdoor areas.
HRIA Code of Practice - Victorian TSS Division
The HRIA Ltd Victorian Division Temporary Site Services (TSS) have released guidelines for the provision of Toilets and Washing Facilities on construction sites.
Global Rental Alliance
Visit the Global Rental Alliance website to get access to the global alliance of rental associations including the ARA, HIANZ and Hire Assoc Europe
Meeting Schedule 2009