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Grow your retail business with NGIV There are many reasons why a retailer should join the NGIV, but the most important of these is the effect it may have on your bottom line. NGIV offers a number of other benefits to its retail members: Advocacy – We work closely with Government to represent our industry on related issues, such as, COVID-19, water security and climate change. Industrial Relations Advice – You’ll receive timely advice and updates and access to our Industrial Relations Consultant, all free of charge. Networking – We have some of the country’s leading professional horticultural retailers, the networking opportunities are of high tangible reward. Trade Days – Gain access to the largest horticultural trade day in the Southern Hemisphere. Tap into the highest quality stock in season each month, available from some of the finest growers across Australia. Technical Advice and Support – NGIV membership is a gateway to effective industry training. Access a variety of tailored training, retailing advice and direct assistance. Store Locator – Be featured in our ‘Find a Garden Centre’ section. This promotes your business to a vast audience with opportunity to link back to your site and capitalise on potential custom. Discounts on Training Events – All training events are offered to members at a substantial saving Groundswell Articles – Take advantage of being profiled as a ‘New Member’ in our print magazine, Groundswell and contribute your own articles. On-Site Visits – We’ll come and visit you to learn more about your business and how we can help you.
Marketing and Communications Support – Our marketing expert is on hand to offer advice and guidance to increase your digital presence and put yourselves in front of your customer base. Professional services and discounts offered through our strong network – >
Competitive nursery and garden insurance through our industry partners
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Advice about our preferred suppliers for banking, superannuation, labour hire and legal
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Discounted site fees at the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show, the Southern Hemisphere’s premier horticultural event
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Reduced rates to join Qantas club
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Reduced Elgas prices.
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