ABOUT THE AUSTRALIAN HOTELS ASSOCIATION
The AHA(WA) is the authoritative voice for the accommodation and hospitality industry in Western Australia.
Since 1892, the AHA has existed to protect and develop the interests of our members, through unity, strong representation and the pursuit of industry excellence.
WA’s hotels and hospitality venues employ tens of thousands of workers, play a critical role in the state’s economic success and are essential component of the communities in which we live.
The AHA’s mission is to maintain the role the hospitality industry has as an integral part of the Australian way of life, by giving a powerful voice to those we represent, empowering them to achieve new levels of growth and success.
The AHA family is a broad one and encompasses resorts, accommodation hotels, pubs, taverns, restaurants, small bars, industry suppliers, tourism venues, breweries, wineries and special facility licenses.
WHY WE EXIST
Vision
As the authoritative voice for the hospitality industry in Western Australia, the AHA will inspire innovation, unity and industry excellence.
Purpose
To protect and develop our members’ interests, to achieve new levels of success and excellence and maintain the vital role of the hospitality industry as an integral part of the Australian way of life.
Mission
With passion, teamwork and commitment we will provide:
- Representation and advice
- Research and education
- Advocacy and lobbying
- Member events, meetings and commercial benefits
Our Values
- Knowledge, Excellence, Teamwork & Unity, Integrity & Accountability, Strength & Courage, Fun & Passion, Vision, Commitment, Leadership, Simplicity
Key Objectives
- To maintain high standards of service and conduct in the liquor, hospitality, catering and entertainment industries;
- To promote and protect the rights and interests of the hotel and hospitality industry
- To watch all proceedings in State and Federal Parliament and act as necessary;
- Otherwise assist, represent and act on behalf of the members; and engage in commercial activities that are in the members interests.
Who is involved with the AHA
- Hotels, Pubs, Taverns, Resorts, Restaurants, Bars
- Special facility licenses, Function and Tourism venues
- Industry suppliers, Boutique breweries and distilleries
- Licensed restaurants, Small Bars