1 July ATIA Delivers Strong Value to Members with 99.6% of Fees Reinvested July 1, 2025 By Amanda Rixon Media Release 0 The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering value to members, announcing that 99.6% of all membership fees collected over the past year were reinvested directly into accreditation, advocacy and member services. The figures were shared at ATIA’s 48th Annual General Meeting last week, where members also endorsed the Association’s 2025 Annual Report. The strong result included a year-end surplus of $279,238, achieved through prudent management and investment returns, allowing ATIA to plan for long-term resilience while delivering tangible benefits today. Member support has remained exceptionally strong, with a 97.7% renewal rate and 30 new members joining during the year. ATIA’s advocacy footprint has also continued to grow, with the organisation representing members in two parliamentary inquiries, submitting 15 formal policy papers, and conducting over 250 meetings with government officials and departments. ATIA’s strategic direction remains guided by the A30 strategy, with key initiatives launched in the past year designed to strengthen the standing of accredited travel agents and tour operators in policy and public spheres. The AGM as reported last week also confirmed the appointment of six Directors. New Directors appointed are Greg O’Neil and Jo Sully. Christian Hunter and Graham (Skroo) Turner were reappointed as Chair and Vice Chair with Toni Ambler also appointed Chair. QUOTES ATTRIBUTABLE TO CHRISTIAN HUNTER, ATIA CHAIR “Our members should feel confident that their fees are being used exactly where they should be through supporting their businesses through high-impact advocacy, trusted accreditation and services that make a difference.” “We’ve built strong financial foundations for ATIA and we’re using those to both deliver for today and prepare for tomorrow. That balance is critical in an industry that’s fast-moving and constantly evolving.” “I want to thank all our members for their continued support, and acknowledge the dedicated leadership of our outgoing and continuing Board Directors. Together, we’re ensuring ATIA remains a powerful voice and valuable partner for the entire travel industry.” Related Articles ATIA’s Renewal Rockstar winners named Nineteen ATIA accredited travel businesses from across Australia are celebrating today after being named as Renewal Rockstars. ATIA members' voices to be heard in new Parliament after strong advocacy campaign With votes cast in the 2025 federal election and the new parliament taking shape, ATIA members are in a strong position to continue advocating for measures to keep our industry strong. ATIA Calls for Stronger Support for Travel Businesses in Federal Election With Australia’s airfares surging — up 13% nationally and as much as 95% on key routes — travellers are paying the price for a market dominated by just two airline groups controlling 98% of domestic passengers. ATIA delivers for Members: New Service/Professional Fee Flyers to Enhance Customer Understanding The Australian Travel Industry Association’s (ATIA) new Service Fee flyers are proving popular, with ATAS participants already reporting increased customer understanding and satisfaction. ATIA unveils game-changing initiatives at inaugural Beyond Borders Summit The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) has announced a series of landmark initiatives aimed at reshaping Australia’s travel sector at the first-ever Beyond Borders Summit in Sydney. Travel has a new home – the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) The Australian Travel Industry has a new peak industry body representing travel agents and advisors, tour operators, consolidators and wholesalers replacing the Australian Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA) effective today. Showing 0 Comment Comments are closed.