Terms and Conditions

NSW DTA Membership Terms & Conditions

1. Association Background & Structure
   1. NSW Driver Trainers Association is the peak body to represent and assist driving instructors in New South Wales and is a Not-For-Profit NSW Incorporated Association (Registration INC9890899), ABN 47 305 972 055.
   2. NSW DTA provides Members with benefits, advice and resources to enhance their delivery of qualified, accredited driving instruction.
   3. NSW DTA is run by Committee (7 volunteers) elected annually by Members; governance by a Public Officer (nominal remuneration) and services plus infrastructure supplied by an Admin Support Executive (paid P/T).
   4. Members must be NSW licensed driving instructors and provide qualification details on their Membership Application upon joining.
   5. Members who are NOT driving instructors yet engaged or supportive of the industry may join as Associate Members.
   6. Members agree to uphold the NSW DTA Code of Best Practice in their professional conduct and abide by these Terms & Conditions of Membership.
2. Financial Membership
   1. Membership Fees are paid in an upfront annual fee payment for calendar year ahead, due in December and accepted until 30 January each year to remain a current Financial Member.
   2. Current Annual Membership is $150 per driving instructor for all entitlements.
   3. New Members from mid-year, by or after 1 July, are entitled to pro-rated fee as half ($75) for balance of that year’s membership.
   4. Promotional Offers for membership entitle Members all benefits unless subject to limitations outlined within any promotion.
   5. From December 2021 membership renewals will be invoiced for the following year with payment terms noted.
   6. Member Renewals are notified via emails and on website.
   7. Failure to renew Financial Membership will result in suspension of benefits including Directory listing and access to resources.
   8. Member fees are non-refundable to the extent permitted by law.
   9. Cancelled or discontinued membership requires that all Association identity (logo, links) be removed from your business in any print or digital form.
3. Member Benefits & Services
   1. On joining and renewal, Members receive a unique lifetime Member Number and annual Member Card and Car Decal for each calendar/financial year.
   2. Website Directory listing profiles all current Members with their own web page and linked to Google Maps as a geo-location finder for the public.
   3. Member News posted monthly on website with certain articles only available to Members as well as quarterly Member eMails on updates and topics.
   4. Members Only Website portal and Facebook page with access to resources.
   5. Services for business development including advisor consulting, promotion, training and forums are available online and in unique workshop events.
   6. Training Programs for Professional Development are available on request as developed by Association Committee and third-party outsourced suppliers.
   7. Annual General Meeting (AGM) allows Members to contribute to Association priorities and industry position with voting rights and a forum for expression.
   8. Seminars, workshops or conferences are regularly reviewed and developed as relevant issues and opportunities require.
   9. Discounts and services are available from Association Sponsors.
4. Member Obligations
   1. Members agree to know and adhere to the NSW DTA Code of Best Practice with regard to qualifications, conduct, knowledge and responsibility.
   2. Members must update their qualifications on their own Profile within the Member Directory and notify NSW DTA Admin of any change to qualifications or contact information.
   3. Members must notify NSW DTA Admin in writing if your business is sold, changes name or requires additional individual membership enrolment.
   4. Pursuant to 4.3, membership is per person, not per Driving School. All driving instructors of each school are expected to be current NSW DTA Members.
   5. Member Cards should be carried at all times to show currency and accountability by Member Number as required by certain programs.
5. Disclaimer

In relation to Member Benefits and Services:

1. • Where third party services are provided the NSW DTA accepts no responsibility or liability for provisions, expressed or implied.
   • Providing advice, consults or recommendations are given with best professional knowledge and experience which must be considered by each individual Member in their own circumstances.
   • Website Profiles are maintained by Members and are a provided service that must meet all current codes and practices for publication.