Memberships
Stay connected to your industry by becoming a member with us. Get access to exclusive roundtable events and be part of the voice that will help shape our regions future. We offer four different levels of memberships depending on your desired level of engagement.
As a member you will have voting rights at both the AGM and any Special General meetings including the opportunity to nominate for our board.
NextGen Member
$75 (or $50 with partner institution sign ups)
NextGen Membership is designed for students and early-career professionals who want to explore real industries, build practical understanding, and connect with leaders shaping the region’s future workforce. This tier provides a bridge between education and employment through direct access to workplaces, networks, and professional experiences.
Benefits
Access to The Brief, our original industry newsletter.
Invitations to Industry in Action site visits across sectors such as health, manufacturing, technology, and research.
Invitations to selected open forums and networking sessions
Eligibility for an annual Board Observer position, providing mentorship and experience in organisational governance.
Discounted entry to Southern Industry Forum events and networking sessions.
Connection to local mentors and early exposure to career pathways within the region.
Recognition as a NextGen Member of the Southern Industry Forum community.
NextGen spotlight article opportunities in our community newsletter
$150
Community Membership forms the foundation of the Forum. It’s designed for individuals, professionals, educators, and small businesses who want to stay connected to the region’s industrial growth and innovation network. This tier keeps members informed about local capability developments, provides opportunities to engage with regional projects and discussions, and helps ensure the wider business community remains linked to the region’s evolving industry landscape.
Community Member
Benefits
Access to The Brief, our original industry newsletter.
Invitations to selected open forums and networking sessions.
Updates on regional industry news and events.
Recognition as part of the Southern Industry Forum community
Opportunities to contribute feedback and community perspectives to Forum initiatives and events.
Opportunity to nominate for the board and be part of the strategic direction of SIF
Benefits
Access to The Brief, our original industry newsletter.
Full access to Forum Roundtables with government and industry leaders.
Opportunities to present capability and expertise at Forum events.
Inclusion in Forum communications and recognition as an Industry Member.
Priority invitations to policy discussions and stakeholder briefings.
Opportunity to nominate for the board and be part of the strategic direction of SIF
$400
Industry Membership is designed for businesses and organisations that want an active role in shaping the regional industrial agenda. Members gain access to exclusive forums, opportunities to engage directly with policymakers, and greater visibility within the network.
Industry Member
$2,500
Industry Partner membership is reserved for major organisations that play a leadership role in regional capability, workforce development, and policy engagement. This tier is designed for institutions, large businesses, and education providers that are committed to strengthening the future of industry.
Industry Partner
Benefits
All Industry member benefits plus:
Strategic involvement in Forum direction and advocacy priorities.
Prominent recognition as an Industry Partner across Forum events and communications.
Reserved places at all Roundtables, with opportunities to brief and engage directly with government and industry representatives.
Feature opportunities in The Brief and other Forum publications.
Tailored collaboration with the Forum on workforce, capability, and innovation initiatives.
Contact us
For member enquiries, please fill in the form and we will endeavor to get back to you as soon as possible.