Why Become an AORA Member?
Joining AORA means becoming part of the driving force behind a cleaner, more sustainable future for Australia. As the national peak body for the organics recycling industry, AORA gives you the platform, connections, and tools to lead, innovate and grow.
Here’s what you gain as an AORA member:
🌿 Credibility and Influence
AORA is deeply embedded in the policy and regulatory landscape of the organics recycling industry. With strong relationships across Federal and State Governments and agencies like the EPA, AORA is regularly invited to the table to advise on industry policy and regulatory reform. As a member, your organisation benefits from the reputational “halo effect” of being associated with a trusted, go-to voice for government and regulators.
🌎 Global Collaboration and Thought Leadership
AORA is a founding member of the International Compost Alliance, giving members direct access to global insights, trends, and emerging issues in organics recycling. Stay ahead of the curve by learning from international best practices and innovations.
📊 Exclusive Access to Industry Intelligence
AORA produces two landmark reports every two years:
The Economic Contribution of the Australian Organics Recycling Industry
The Industry Capacity Assessment of the Australian Organics Recycling Industry
These detailed, data-rich publications are indispensable tools for business planning, advocacy, and understanding market dynamics—and they’re released first and exclusively to members.
🧪 Real-Time Monitoring of Emerging Issues
AORA keeps a vigilant eye on key threats and opportunities, from PFAS and forever chemicals to microplastics, FOGO implementation, and single-use policy shifts. Members receive regular updates via state and national e-newsletters, giving you fast, actionable insights and a competitive edge.
🗣 A Voice for Change
Be part of the bigger picture. AORA advocates strongly for industry interests across policy, research, standards, and innovation. Members are part of an influential network shaping the future of organics recycling in Australia.
🤝 Direct Connections to Experts and Innovators
Tap into AORA’s extensive network of allied peak bodies, technical specialists, researchers, and equipment manufacturers. Whether you’re looking for cutting-edge technology or expert guidance, members enjoy priority access to trusted, proven expertise across the value chain.
🎤 Premier Events and Member Discounts
AORA’s Annual Conference is the must-attend event for the Australian organics sector, showcasing innovation, insight, and practical solutions. Members receive discounted tickets and access to exclusive networking opportunities with industry leaders.
🌱 Workshops, Webinars & Member-Only Events
From hands-on field days and technical workshops to live forums and online webinars, AORA events are where knowledge meets connection. Members enjoy discounted entry and access to member-only events designed to educate, engage and connect.
Other benefits include;
- Annual subscription to Waste Management Review and Inside Waste (not for student or individual members)
- Use of the ‘Member of AORA’ logo
- End user specific events in each state, where processing members have the ability to showcase products and talk directly with end user markets
- Processing members have voting rights
- Processing members have a listing on the Find a Composter Directory
- Government members are provided with two annual contributions from AORA for community newsletters/ publications.