Hire & Rental Industry Association

Hire & Rental Industry Association The Association brings members a diverse array of benefit services at both national and state levels.

The Hire and Rental Industry Association promotes hire as the preferred choice for Australian business and consumers through supporting members, hire businesses, developing people and growing the industry. With over 500 corporate members and growing, the Hire & Rental Industry Association Ltd is the key national industry body representing the $8bn hire and rental industry in Australia. Members inc

lude Rental Companies, Suppliers and Service Providers with rental members ranging from national multi-location companies to the more traditional Owner-Manager single location. From general plant hire, DIY hire, portable buildings, construction, access and events, (covering a myriad of products and services) the HRIA Ltd’s membership base is continually expanding to cover increasing areas of hire and rental business and industry.

"Start with your biggest frustrations."That's the advice from Katie Scott, Microsoft ANZ Director for Customer Success, ...
04/09/2026

"Start with your biggest frustrations."

That's the advice from Katie Scott, Microsoft ANZ Director for Customer Success, in 's latest edition of Hire & Rental Magazine.

As AI continues to dominate business conversations, Katie shares practical insights on how hire businesses can move beyond the hype and identify real opportunities to improve efficiency, streamline admin and enhance customer service, while keeping people firmly at the centre of decision-making.

A valuable read for hire business owners and managers looking to better understand the opportunities, challenges and realities of AI adoption.

Read the full article: https://www.hireandrentalnews.com.au/a-i-beyond-the-hype-microsofts-katie-scott-talks-to-the-hria/

Strong industries are built on strong people and meaningful connections.Yesterday, the Adelaide cohort of the HRIA Women...
03/09/2026

Strong industries are built on strong people and meaningful connections.

Yesterday, the Adelaide cohort of the HRIA Women in Hire and Young Professionals Development Programs came together for Workshop 1, hosted by JLG Industries

It was a fantastic session filled with learning, discussion and networking as participants took the first step in their development journey. These programs continue to create valuable opportunities for emerging leaders to build skills, share knowledge and strengthen connections across the hire industry.

A big thank you to our Program Supporters Kennards Hire Onsite Rental Group Select Plant Australia Pty Ltd and United Rentals Australia/New Zealand, and to JLG Industries for hosting the Adelaide workshop. And of course our mentors as well as Strategic Alignment Training - we cannot do these Programs without you.

We're excited to follow this cohort's journey over the coming year and see the impact they make across our industry.

A warm welcome to the businesses that joined in August!GEORGE BROWN ELECTRICALBAR GroupCROSSY'S PLANT & EQUIPMENT HIRE...
02/09/2026

A warm welcome to the businesses that joined in August!

GEORGE BROWN ELECTRICAL
BAR Group
CROSSY'S PLANT & EQUIPMENT HIRE PTY LTD
ExpoNet
Genplus Hire
Laurentide Financial Services
Newcastle Car & Truck Rental
SECA Rentals
Alice Equipment Hire
iRental Australia Pty Ltd
Forks4u Pty Ltd
Sherrin Rentals
Designer Christmas
Butler Group WA PTY LTD

We're excited to have you as part of a network that supports collaboration, industry development and business success across Australia's hire and rental sector.

To our new members, welcome to the community. We look forward to connecting with you and supporting your journey in the industry.

Sometimes the most sustainable solution is simply making better use of the resources we already have.This article from T...
31/08/2026

Sometimes the most sustainable solution is simply making better use of the resources we already have.

This article from The Australian Farmer highlights how equipment hire is helping Australian farmers embrace circular economy principles by accessing the tools they need, when they need them, rather than investing in assets that may sit idle for long periods.

It's a great reminder of the important role the hire industry plays in supporting smarter, more efficient and sustainable ways of working.

At the , we're proud to champion an industry that delivers real value for businesses, communities and the environment.

Read the article here: https://www.theaustralianfarmer.com/tools-on-demand-circular-economy-in-australian-farming

The Australian Farmer

Following the success of a similar event earlier this year for WorkSafe Victoria, interest from SafeWork NSW was overwhe...
31/08/2026

Following the success of a similar event earlier this year for WorkSafe Victoria, interest from SafeWork NSW was overwhelming, with 80 inspectors registering to attend. To meet demand, a second Demo day has been scheduled for next month.

Supported by Merlo Australia, , JLG Industries, , Equipment Safety Systems (EQSS), Ahern Australia | Snorkel, Monitor, Almac Pacific and , the day featured live demonstrations and direct interaction with machine experts.

Inspectors explored:
Machine types and selection
Emergency retrieval and secondary guarding systems
Machine operation and safety features
Hands-on familiarisation with machine controls in a supervised environment

The day also highlighted the resources and training EWPA provides to support a safer industry, including our Good Practice Guide, technical guidance documents and toolbox talks.

A huge thank you to all participating organisations and SafeWork NSW for their commitment to improving safety across the EWP industry.

Investing in people is investing in the future of our industry.It was fantastic to officially launch the 2026/27 Women i...
27/08/2026

Investing in people is investing in the future of our industry.

It was fantastic to officially launch the 2026/27 Women in Hire and Young Professionals Development Programs at CEA in Perth, bringing together professionals committed to growing their skills, networks and leadership capability.

These programs continue to play an important role in developing future industry leaders and creating connections across the hire sector.

While in Perth, Sally Cannon and Aileen Hiskins also had the opportunity visiBrooks Hire Service Pty Ltd to catch up with two participants from last year's program - Katie Usher and Blair Chamberlain as well as Jacinta O’Brien - a passionate Women in Hire advocate. Seeing the ongoing impact of these initiatives firsthand was a great reminder of why they matter.

We're excited to support another cohort on their development journey and look forward to seeing what they achieve in the year ahead.

Thanks again to our Program Supporters Kennards Hire Onsite Rental Group Select Plant Australia Pty Ltd and as well as hosts CEA and JLG Industries

Showcase the Australian hire and rental industry at its best!The 2026 HRIA Photo of the Year Competition is now open, an...
25/08/2026

Showcase the Australian hire and rental industry at its best!

The 2026 HRIA Photo of the Year Competition is now open, and we're inviting EWPA and Telescopic Handler Association of Australia members to submit their best industry photos.

Whether it's equipment supporting infrastructure, construction, agriculture, mining, events or training, we want to see the Australian hire industry in action.

Categories include General Hire, Access Equipment, Events Hire and Telehandlers with winning entries receiving a $200 Visa Gift Card and being featured on the Hire & Rental News website and newsletter.

The competition is open to all staff working for , and member companies. Entries close on 11 September 2026 and send your photos to [email protected] to enter.

We can't wait to see the images that showcase the people, equipment and projects that keep our industry moving.

Congratulations again to our 2025 winners and

Helping young people discover careers in hire is a key strategic priority. Recently, Nicolas Chiew presented to Cathol...
24/08/2026

Helping young people discover careers in hire is a key strategic priority. Recently, Nicolas Chiew presented to Catholic Schools NSW at their Transitions and Pathways (TaP) meeting, connecting with educators who support students as they plan their futures.

The session showcased Australia's $12 billion hire industry, highlighting the diverse sectors we serve, real career pathways, and the opportunities available across HRIA member businesses.

With Catholic Schools NSW representing approximately 590 schools and 270,000 students, this was a valuable opportunity to raise awareness of hire as a career of choice. The positive response has already sparked interest in further presentations across regional NSW and we will also be looking at similar opportunities across the country.

We're excited to continue building awareness of the rewarding careers our industry offers.


A big thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for our Northern Territory Meeting and Barramundi Fishing Competitio...
20/08/2026

A big thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for our Northern Territory Meeting and Barramundi Fishing Competition.

It was wonderful to see and EWPA members come together for a day of networking, industry discussion and a little friendly rivalry on the water (as well as spear throwing and golfing).

The event offered a unique opportunity for members to connect with colleagues from across the hire and rental industry, while also hearing updates from the and . With the Board meeting being held in Darwin the previous day - we were lucky enough to have the HRIA Board in attendance as well!

These gatherings are an important reminder that strong industries are built on strong relationships, and we are grateful to everyone who took the time (many who travelled to attend) to be part of the day.

A special thank you to our sponsors whose support helped make the event such a success:


Pramac
Waverley Forklifts

ZOOMLION
Niftylift Worldwide
JLG Industries
Hire Insurance Brokers

As well as Mark Burton and Lisa Read for pulling together such an amazing afternoon / evening [email protected]

Cheers to a great day in the NT and we look forward to seeing everyone at the next event.

This week Martin Sinclair is representing the at the Australian Constructors Association (ACA) Foundations and Frontie...
20/08/2026

This week Martin Sinclair is representing the at the Australian Constructors Association (ACA) Foundations and Frontiers Conference.

The conference is a great opportunity to connect with industry leaders, explore new ideas, and discuss the opportunities and challenges shaping Australian businesses.

By participating in events like this, HRIA continues to advocate for our members, build valuable industry connections, and stay informed on issues that impact the hire and rental industry, supporting our commitment to grow the industry and support member businesses.

We are looking forward to hearing his key takeaways from the event.

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