ASGA SIGN & PRINT GOLF SERIES 2025
We are delighted to announce that our Sign & Print Golf Days are back for 2025, with dates announced for NSW, Victoria, Queensland and WA this week. The full program is:
- Perth - Thursday 5 June, 2025
- Sydney - Thursday 17 July, 2025
- Brisbane - Monday 21 July, 2025
- Melbourne - Friday 2 October 2025
Further details will be released soon, but we are delighted to have a group of leading companies as our national sponsors for the 2025 Sign & Print Golf Series - Graphic Art Mart, Mulfords, ORAFOL, Signarama, SMIB, Spicers and Bounce LED/LetterTech. There are still sponsorship opportunities available - if you're interested, give Damian a call on 0412 200 163. |
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REGISTRATION OPEN FOR PERTH GOLF DAY
ASGA will be holding its popular annual WA Sign & Print Golf Day on Thursday 5 June at Australia's finest public golf course, Wembley Golf Club in Wembley Downs. With 18 holes of Ambrose-style golf, a host of prizes on offer, and your golf cart, dinner and drinks included, it's a fun way to catch up with industry friends and make new connections. Come along yourself, bring your team, or host some clients - but don't miss out. Click below for full details and to register yourself or your team. |
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HAVE YOU BOOKED FOR BOOTCAMP?
We are so excited to be bringing the Make it Happen Signage Bootcamps to the Sydney Showground from 19 - 22 May, giving Australian businesses their first chance to access this world-renowned programs on home soil. These sessions are targeted for specific business needs, and there's definitely something for everyone! Find out more and book by clicking the button below or going to our Events section later in this newsletter. |
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CHOOSE THE RIGHT SCAFFOLDING LICENSE
Scaffold erection requires planning to ensure the most appropriate system is used for the job. When preparing the site-specific scaffold installation, you need to determine whether simple or complex drawings are required. WorkSafe Victoria has released some helpful information, including a downloadable copy of the latest scaffolding industry standard, and a video on 'Scaffolding Safety in Action'. |
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JOIN THE LEADERS AT VISUAL IMPACT
The industry's favourite trade show, Visual Impact, is returning to Sydney in May, providing a great opportunity to catch up with all the latest innovations in signage, wide-format and textile printing, routing and engraving, laser cutting fabrication and channel letting, LED and illumination technologies...and much more. The show, which is co-locating with PacPrint 2025, will run from 20 - 23 May at the at the Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park. Opening times are:
- Tues 20 May 25 - 10am – 6pm
- Wed 21 May 25 - 10am – 7pm
- Thur 22 May 25 - 10am – 6pm
- Fri 23 May 25 - 10am – 3pm
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NEW: TINT & SIGNMAKERS MARKET PLACE
Surplus Eco Store has announced the launch of the Tint and
Signmakers Market-Place website, a new platform to provide a straightforward
process for users to register their company details, and upload photos and
information about surplus window tint film, solar and security tint film, as
well as various glazing and protection film types. The website also caters to signmakers by listing a wide
range of specialty signmaker vinyls, reflective vinyls, vehicle wrap vinyls,
and other self-adhesive products. Managing Director Aaron McCarthy explains that the concept is to help businesses convert all their surplus or end-of-roll stock into cash, helping other businesses locate hard to find or discontinued products and to reduce waste. |
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FAIRWORK RECORD-KEEPING BLITZ
The Fair Work Ombudsman has been checking
employer records and handing out fines with surprise inspections of about 50
businesses across six cities. Businesses were assessed in
Hobart, Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, Perth and Cairns – generally in each
city’s central business district. Fair Work Inspectors knocked on the doors of a range of businesses, mainly across sectors that engage vulnerable workers. While initial inspections have been prompted by contact with, or previous investigation by, the Fair Work Ombudsman, it is a timely reminder for all businesses that they should be ready to produce things like time and wage records, pay slips and other records to demonstrate that workers are being paid their correct wages and entitlements. . |
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FREE VISUAL IMPACT MAGAZINE
If you're an ASGA Member, don't miss your FREE subscription to Visual Impact Magazine, the leading magazine for the sign, print, and graphics sector. With information and insights on everything from industry trends to business strategy, it's your go-to source to stay up to date...and grow your business success. Register for your subscription by sending an email with your contact details to sales@visualconnections.org.au and the subscription team will add you to the list! |
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GET YOUR COPY OF DIGITAL IMAGE MAG
Don't miss all the latest industry news with your free subscription to Digital Image Magazine, the authoriity on the signage, wide format and textile printing sectors. Stay at the forefront of your industry with the latest news, products, expert insights, trends and strategies to improve your business.Click below to subscribe to Digital Image and its sister publication, Textile, today! SUBSCRIBE TO DIGITAL IMAGE MAGAZINE |
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There's always plenty of news coming across our desk at ASGA headquarters, on everything from legal updates, to work arrangements and business tips and tricks. Here's a selection of the latest stories which may be of benefit to your business.
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WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS!
Rob Lamers - ABL Corp (Supplier Member) Michael McHugh - McHugh Investment Co (General Member)
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MEMBER DIRECTORY | CHECK YOUR LISTING TODAY!
As an ASGA Member, you are entitled to a listing in our online directory You can check or edit your listing, including adding your website, by logging in to your account and updating your details in the member portal. Not yet a member? Apply for a listing here. |
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2025 EVENTS | FOR YOUR DIARY! Dates are now locked in for some of our most popular events including Golf Days, Social Bowls Events, exhibitions, webinars and other initiatives. We'll be adding more dates as plans are confirmed, but please mark the dates below in your 2025 diary, and watch this space for more detail! |
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9 May 2025 19 May 2025 20-23 May 2025 21 May 2025
22 May 2025 5 June 2025 12 June 2025 17 July 2025 21 July 2025 17-19 September 2025
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South Australian Careers & Employment Expo 2025 Make it Happen Bootcamp - 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Visual Impact Expo and PacPrint Sydney 2025 Illuminated Signage Workshop - 8:30AM - 12:30PM On The Frontline Workshop - 1:30PM - 5:30PM The First Drill Workshop - 8:30AM - 12:30PM
ASGA WA Sign & Print Golf Day Queensland Careers & Employment Expo ASGA NSW Sign & Print Golf Day ASGA Queensland Sign & Print Golf Day
SIGN CHINA - Shanghai
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ASGA WA SIGN & PRINT GOLF DAY
Thursday 5 June, 2025
ASGA will be holding its popular annual WA Sign & Print Golf Day on Thursday 5 June at Australia's finest public golf course, Wembley Golf Club in Wembley Downs. The event will run in an Ambrose format, which focuses on fun and camaraderie, with plenty of opportunity to show of your best golfing skills...and win a host of prizes. The registration fee of $180 (Plus GST) covers a full round on this wonderful course, your golf cart, dinner, and of course the opportunity to enjoy a fun day with your industry friends and colleagues. Registration is at 11:30am with shotgun start from 12:30pm. Dinner, drinks and prize presentations will commence from 5:30pm. Click below to register for yourself or your team! |
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MAKE IT HAPPEN SIGNAGE BOOTCAMPS
Sydney: 19 -22 May, 2025 ASGA is pleased to be bringing Sam Armstrong's Make it Happen Signage Bootcamp to Australia for the first time at the Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park. These workshops never fail to deliver both on sound commercial content and entertainment. With a full-day Bootcamp, plus three, half-day targeted workshops, there's something for everyone. Be among the first in Australia to benefit from these globally-renowned programs - places are strictly limited, so click below to find out more about the individual sessions, and reserve your place for the one that suits your business! |
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PACPRINT & VISUAL IMPACT
20-23 May, 2025 Visual Impact is coming back to Sydney, this time co-locating with next year's PacPrint 2025 and the Label & Packaging Expo at the Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park. The showcase is expected to include a wide range of innovations for signage, wide-format and textile printing, routing and engraving, laser cutting, fabrication and channel-lettering, LED and illumination technologies, and more. Find out more and see the latest floorplan by clicking the button below. |
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ASGA EVENTS | CHECK THE CALENDAR! If you've not already bookmarked it, the ASGA Calendar on our website is the best place to go to make sure you never miss an ASGA networking event, webinar or other important occasion. Events are posted there as soon as details are available, so make sure you check back regularly to stay up to date. If you would like more information about sponsoring or attending any of our events, just contact Damian Nielsen at mande@signs.org.au |
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ASGA WORKPLACE ADVICE LINE
Managing issues around issues like training, pay and penalty rates, workplace relationships, performance management and terminations can be a minefield. The ASGA Workplace Advice Line is designed to help you manage and minimise risk, by putting you directly in touch with the experts from Australian Business Lawyers & Advisors - and it's completely FREE for ASGA Members. Log in to the Member Area at signs.org.au to find out more about this, and our many other Member benefits.
LOG IN HERE... |
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LEGAL RESOURCES FOR ASGA MEMBERS
ASGA Membership provides access to a suite of Legal Resources including information on Enterprise Agreements, legal documents including a Terms of Trade template, Cease and Desist letter, Credit Application, PPSR and Copyright documentation, and information and templates for Modern Slavery policies. These are in addition to a wide range of HR, WH&S, Employment, Contractor and Supplier templates and documentation, regulation and technical support...and more. Log in to explore these resources - and, if you're not yet a member, contact Damian Nielsen
CHECK OUT ASGA'S LEGAL RESOURCES HERE |
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NEW WH&S RESOURCES FOR MEMBERS
ASGA has released a comprehensive range of WH&S resources making it easier for ASGA Members to ensure they comply with the latest regulations and safety protocols. They are sourced from safety specialists, ASSA, who will also staff a new WH&S hotline. WH&S is a complex and ever-changing area, and it’s vital to stay across the latest changes to guidelines and regulations, and to have robust protocols and practices in place. These new resources will make it easy for businesses to assemble the documentation they require, to understand and comply with industry-standard policies and procedures, and of course to ensure that workers are protected. To find out more, log in by clicking below, or contact Damian Nielsen
CHECK OUT ASGA'S WH&S RESOURCES HERE |
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ASGA WH&S GUIDES & TEMPLATES
A reminder that if you are an ASGA member, you have access to a range of WH&S guides and templates in the members area of the ASGA website. We've recently revised this area of the website to make it even easier for you to find exactly what you need. To access these, and all our member-only resources, visit the members portal or search the website using the keyword search bar. |
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IS YOUR INSURANCE UP TO DATE?
SMIB is our preferred and recommended insurance broker, and will be happy to help you protect yourself and your business by making sure you get the right advice and cover. For more information, contact Damian Nielsen |
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EPSON PARTNERS WITH CURRIE GROUP ON SIGN & DISPLAY
Epson and Currie Group have announced a new partnership which will see Currie Group add Epson solutions to its product range for the sign, graphics and wide-format print sector providing expanded market coverage for Epson and further strengthening Currie Group’s sign & display product portfolio. The new partnership, which officially commences on 1 April 2025, will see Currie Group add Epson’s range to its already extensive portfolio. This will include the Epson SureColor eco-solvent models in the 64” size range, as well as resin and dye-sublimation solutions, providing productive solutions for a diverse range of market requirements. |
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GIVE YOUR BUSINESS A FINANCIAL EDGE SOLUTIONS THAT HELP SIGNAGE & GRAPHICS BUSINESSES THRIVE
Unlock your business potential with
access to the financial tools typically reserved for large corporations.
Established over ten years ago, ABL
Corp is an independent SME financier that gives small businesses access to
working capital finance, accurate and timely bookkeeping, and strategic CFO
support.
Whether you're a start-up, in growth
mode or facing challenges that require a financial reset, ABL Corp’s unique
model can provide you with the perfect solution, including improved cash flow,
reliable monthly reporting and the confidence to make informed decisions. Plus,
we make it easy for you to access funding without the usual red tape. Contact: Rob Lamers, National Sales
& Marketing Director ROBL@ABLCORP.AU or call 0413 066 990 |
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MAKE YOUR BUSINESS SHINE WITH COMPLETE PROJECTS WA!
Wow, can you believe we're well into the second quarter of 2025 already? At Complete Projects WA, we're still doing what we love best - helping businesses throughout Australia to install, repair or simply maintain your signs throughout Western Australia.
Our lead installer has been installing signs since 1995! Whether you need an installation of a bold new storefront sign, maintenance on your modern digital displays that grab attention, or just some TLC for your existing signs, we've got you covered.
What makes working with us so hassle-free? You get one dedicated team handling everything from start to finish - no more juggling different contractors or wondering who to call when something needs fixing. Our team consists of licensed electricians, riggers & qualified signwriters! Plus, we own all our own equipment (those fancy lifts and specialised tools you see around town), which means better prices for you without cutting corners on safety or quality.
Let us help make your business shine for the rest of 2025! After all, a great sign doesn't just mark your location - it makes your first impression count when it matters most.
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MEET THE NEW HP LATEX 730 & 830 PRINTERS AT PACPRINT 2025!
Experience
the HP Latex 730 and 830 Printer Series at PacPrint
2025. Boost productivity, ensure consistent quality, and count on reliable
performance with every print. Visit us at HP booth B48 – book a demo today!
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JOIN 'GLURU' JAY KROLL FOR 'WHICH GLUE IS RIGHT FOR YOU' AT PACPRINT
Sign-Up Today and Join 'gluru' Jay Kroll, General Formulations Product Manager at a 'Which Glue is Right for You?' Training Session at PacPrint 2025 in the Dome & Hall 2, Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park.
WHICH GLUE IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
Date: Tuesday 20th May Time: 11:00AM
Course Overview:
Take the guesswork out of adhesive selection and surface compatibility with this essential course on wall and other graphic applications. You'll gain a fundamental understanding of adhesive technologies, surface science, and troubleshooting techniques to ensure your graphics stick. Learn how to ask the right questions, avoid common pitfalls, and confidently match the right adhesive and material to the right job. Walk away with practical insights to boost your confidence, reduce rework, improve profitability, and position yourself as the go-to application expert for your customers. |
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About the Presenter:
Jay Kroll is a Product Manager at General Formulations (GF), a leading manufacturer of pressure-sensitive solutions for the graphics industry. With over 20 years of experience in adhesive design and manufactured solutions, Jay has worked across the medical, aerospace, specialty tape, and graphics industries. His expertise lies in creating innovative solutions for cut vinyl, transit, and wall graphic applications, helping businesses achieve reliable, high-performing results.
Come and see the Spicers Stand D68 to meet Jay Kroll, get his expert advice, watch a demo and get General Formulation samples. Register for PacPrint here.
Contact your local Spicers representative for the General Formulations range and samples. 1300 132 644. |
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BECOME AN ASGA MEMBER! There are a host of benefits to becoming an ASGA Member, with resources, information, discounts and special offers to support your business success. Click here for more details, or contact Damian Nielsen to discuss how membership can benefit you! |
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HERE'S WHAT SOME OF OUR CURRENT MEMBERS SAY...
Our ASGA membership not only gives us access to important resources and expertise, it connects us to a network of like-minded businesses who can help to provide the understanding and support which can be so valuable when you are running a business. - Ben Kemp - Sign Effects, Wodonga & Wangaratta In my opinion membership of ASGA is a must. We’ve been part of the Association since Day One, and have used the member benefits on many occasions. In particular, having professional legal and workplace advice and counsel there when we need it is worth way more than the membership fee we pay. Money well spent for sure!”
– Dave, Signarama Redlands.
Amongst everything you are going through, we think you are doing an absolutely brilliant job and we are so grateful to be a part of this organisation, led by you and your team. Thank you for all you do.
- Sue, QLD
Just wanted to say a big thank you to you and team for all the general advice and updates throughout this year. If this isn’t a testament to being a ASGA member I don’t what is.
- Justin, VIC |
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ARE YOU LISTED? If you are a member and your details are missing, or would like to edit your listing, log in to your account and update your details. If you are not an ASGA member and would like to list your business, click here. |
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