Why be a member of Nutrition Australia?

As a Nutrition Australia member you will be part of an organisation which has earned a reputation as a reliable source of information on food, nutrition and health. Additionally, you will be supporting the promotion of scientifically based nutrition information in the community.

How does Nutrition Australia operate?

Nutrition Australia operates through a National Board and state and territory divisions. The National Board is responsible for policy and national programs and the state divisions are encouraged to respond to local needs and opportunities for nutrition education and health promotion.

Examples of Activities

• Information and advisory service for the public
• Displays, workshops and seminar
• Liaising with food industry, in particular through Corporate members
• Publications/Posters on topical issues
• Community based programs for schools, childcare centres and outside school hours care
• Submissions to government committees on subjects such as national and state food and nutrition policies, dietary guidelines, food standards and future strategies
• Workplace health promotion programs
• Networking with other recognised nutrition and health organisations
• Liaising with the media

General Member Benefits

As a member of Nutrition Australia you will:

• Receive (6) six email Enewsletters per year (this will be in addition to current communications that you receive from your Division)
• Have access to the Website member pages
• Eligible to receive a 10% discount on all Nutrition Australia publications
• Receive discounted entry to Nutrition Australia seminars and events
• Be kept up to date with developments in research in the areas of food, nutrition and health
• Be kept up to date on food and nutrition issues and government initiatives  Link to membership application

Corporate Membership

Corporate membership is open to any corporation that agrees to promote the objects of Nutrition Australia and be bound by the Rules of the Association. There are several levels of Corporate Membership.

Benefits include:

• Access to consultations with experts in the field
• Being linked with Australia's peak nutrition education body and the contribution it is making to community health and welfare
• Opportunities to sponsor Nutrition Australia programs, publications, conferences and forums
• Assistance with workplace programs such as staff health and welfare

Corporate Membership enquiries should be directed to the National Chairperson – email act@nutritionaustralia.org