I am often asked about the value of a membership with MTA Queensland, the peak body representing the Queensland automotive value chain. And while it is easy to point to the many services we provide – Workplace Relations advice, consumer complaint support, and numerous discounts to name a few – it is far more challenging detailing the important role we play in advocating to government on behalf of our members.

Case in point, late last year the Queensland Government announced a further review into trading hour arrangements, stating it was time to deregulate them and leave hours open to the discretion of industry.

An incredibly pertinent issue to our new and used car and motorcycle dealer members (over 96 per cent were opposed to Sunday trading), the Association undertook extensive consultation with members to prepare a submission for the inquiry on behalf of industry. We also provided evidence to the Parliamentary inquiry together with AADA, who I must thank for their substantial contributions to securing a united industry approach. I am happy to say that following our efforts, the Committee has decided to retain the existing trading arrangements for our industry going forward.

At our core, MTA Queensland exists to represent the interests of our members across our 11 industry divisions to influence Government on topics relevant to the industry’s ongoing prosperity. With a united, strong member base, we have the recognition to significantly influence outcomes now and into the future. Without you, our members, this is not possible.

8 February 2022