Dealer Bulletins

NSW COVID UPDATE – Vehicle Repair and Maintenance Workers Authorised to Travel for Work
To: NSW AADA MEMBERS The NSW has released a list of workers authorised to travel outside the local government area they live in if they are required to leave home…

NSW Restrictions – Showrooms to close, Click and Collect Allowed, Workshops can stay open for urgent repairs/maintenance
To: All NSW MEMBERS The NSW State Government have just announced further restrictions to limit the spread of the COVID 19 Delta strain in NSW. The restrictions come into effect…

NSW COVID-19 Support Package
To: NSW Members The Commonwealth and NSW State Governments have today announced an expansion and increase to the COVID-19 Disaster Support Payment package for individuals and businesses in NSW….

Box Hill Institute Automotive Employment Pathway Program
To: Melbourne Members The AADA and Box Hill Institute (BHI) have recently entered into an agreement to assist Dealers to recruit students seeking an automotive apprenticeship. The Automotive Employment Pathway…

Consultation on Deferred Sales Model for Add-On Insurance Products Concludes
The Federal Treasurer, Josh Frydenberg, has announced the conclusion of the consultation period for the application of a Deferred Sales Model (DSM) on add-on insurance products. The DSM will come…

AADA Board Vacancy SA
To: SOUTH AUSTRALIAN AADA MEMBERS Expressions of interest are now open for a South Australian representative to fill a vacancy on the AADA Board. Candidates are invited to stand…

AADA Board Vacancy NSW
To: NSW AADA MEMBERS Expressions of interest are now open for a New South Wales representative to fill a vacancy on the AADA Board. Candidates are invited to stand…

Changes to Takata Airbag Recall Website
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has advised us of changes to the existing Takata Airbag Recall website www.ismyairbagsafe.com.au. The changes will take effect on 1 July 2021. The…

Call to Action: Skills Shortages
Many AADA members have contacted us concerning the current shortage of skilled technicians, which is affecting almost every dealership in Australia. Declining apprentice numbers and the lack of skilled immigrants…

Commencement of Deferred Sales Model for Add-On Insurance Products & Design and Distribution
Members should be aware of two significant regulatory changes occurring in the finance and insurance departments on 5 October 2021. The Deferred Sales Model (DSM) for the sale of add-on…