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| company_name = Dairy Industry Association of Australia |
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| company_logo = [[Image:diaa-logo.jpg]] |
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| company_type = Industry Association |
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| foundation = 24 March 1986 |
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| founder = Australian Dairy Institute Inc. and the Australian Society of Dairy Technology Inc |
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| location = Melbourne, Victoria |
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| area_served = {{flagicon|AUS}} [[Australia]] |
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| industry = Food processing |
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| services = Information, networking and professional development for the post-farmgate dairy sector in Australia |
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| owner = [[Dairy Industry Association of Australia]] |
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| homepage = [http://www.diaa.asn.au Dairy Industry Association of Australia] |
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| ⚫ | The '''Dairy Industry Association of Australia (DIAA)''' is a not-for-profit industry association for dairy product manufacturers and allied trades. It was incorporated on 24 March 1986, following the amalgamation of the Australian Dairy Institute Inc. and the Australian Society of Dairy Technology Inc. |
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DIAA's members come from all sectors of the post-farmgate dairy industry and include: |
DIAA's members come from all sectors of the post-farmgate dairy industry and include: |
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=== Information and Resources === |
=== Information and Resources === |
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* Award-winning '''''[[Australian Dairy Foods]]''''' magazine filled with industry news, events, company profiles, market information and more |
* Award-winning '''''[[Australian Dairy Foods]]''''' magazine filled with industry news, events, company profiles, market information and more |
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* Comprehensive online and print industry directory, '''''Australian Dairy Listing''''' |
* Comprehensive online and print industry directory, '''''Australian Dairy Listing''''' |
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* Developing public speaking and corporate governance skills by becoming involved in DIAA State and national committees |
* Developing public speaking and corporate governance skills by becoming involved in DIAA State and national committees |
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* Becoming a judge or steward at dairy product competitions |
* Becoming a judge or steward at dairy product competitions |
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=== History and organisation === |
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The DIAA was incorporated on 24 March 1986, following the amalgamation of the Australian Dairy Institute Inc. and the Australian Society of Dairy Technology Inc. It is governed by the Federal Council, which meets annually to set policy, and is made up of three representatives of each State committee, plus the Federal President, Treasurer and Secretary. |
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The Federal Management Committee and the National Executive Officer conduct the overall management; each State Division, independently conduct affairs as appropriate to that state. Executive members are volunteers, and represent a wide cross-section of the post-farmgate dairy industry. |
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Revision as of 01:00, 30 July 2010
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| Company type | Industry Association |
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| Industry | Food processing |
| Founded | 24 March 1986 |
| Founder | Australian Dairy Institute Inc. and the Australian Society of Dairy Technology Inc |
| Headquarters | Melbourne, Victoria |
Area served |  Australia |
| Services | Information, networking and professional development for the post-farmgate dairy sector in Australia |
| Owner | Dairy Industry Association of Australia |
| Website | Dairy Industry Association of Australia |
The Dairy Industry Association of Australia (DIAA) is a not-for-profit industry association for dairy product manufacturers and allied trades. It was incorporated on 24 March 1986, following the amalgamation of the Australian Dairy Institute Inc. and the Australian Society of Dairy Technology Inc.
DIAA's members come from all sectors of the post-farmgate dairy industry and include:
- 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
DIAA is a truly national organisation, with Divisions in every State. Each State Division, through its elected executive, independently conducts the DIAA's affairs as appropriate to that State. This includes organising conferences, social events, technical seminars, dairy product competitions, and more.
The DIAA is a member of the Global Dairy Platform[1]
DIAA executives are volunteers, and represent a wide cross-section of the post-farmgate dairy industry. DIAA members are encouraged to join their State executive and participate in the running of the DIAA.
The DIAA is governed by the State Representative Council (SRC), which meets four times a year to set the policy of the DIAA.The SRC is made up of a representative elected by each State Division, as well as the Federal President, Treasurer, National Executive Officer, Business Development Manager, Chair of the Publications Committee, and the Marketing and Membership Manager. There are also ex-officiary members, as nominated by the SRC relevant to the agenda of each meeting.
The SRC and the National Executive Officer conduct the overall management of the Association. The State Division members of the SRC usually serve a six-year term, advancing through to a two-year term as Federal President.
DIAA's services
The DIAA offers a variety of services to its members and the wider dairy industry. These include dairy product competitions, publications, industry directories, conferences, social events and more.
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
- 65 years of dairy research published in the 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
Recognition
- Annual state and national dairy products competitions that feed into the Australian Grand Dairy Awards run by Dairy Australia
- 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