Member Benefits
Livestock SA has entered into arrangements for members to access industrial relations and legal services at a discounted rate.
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Industrial relations
Livestock SA has entered into an arrangement with Chas Cini of Mediation and Employment Relations Services (MERS) to provide industrial relations services for Livestock SA members.
MERS – Mediation and Employment Relations Services – offers members the first 30 minutes free, followed by a discounted rate for advice on employment contracts and the Pastoral Award, WorkCoverSA, termination of employment such as unfair dismissal and unlawful termination, workplace discrimination or bullying and harassment.
Contact Chas Cini, 08 8331 2422, chas@mers.com.au and www.mers.com.au/farms/
Legal advice
DW Fox Tucker Lawyers provides legal services to Livestock SA and its members.
For members, DW Fox Tucker Lawyers offers Livestock SA members an initial hour of consultation free, followed by a discounted hourly rate.
Their team can provide a wide range of legal advice on agribusiness including business and family succession, partnership agreements, specific farm contracts, and general business advice and dispute resolution.
For more information, contact Livestock SA chief executive officer Andrew Curtis, 08 8297 2299 or acurtis@livestocksa.org.au
Insurance
WFI are good people to know for insurance. WFI is a proud alliance partner of Livestock SA, who prefer to deal direct with clients face-to-face. When dealing with WFI, you are dealing with a real person who takes the time to understand your needs as a producer.
WFI offers a range of policies and covers for most types of farm. WFI Rural Plan is an insurance package for you, your family and your farm which can be tailored to your circumstances. It gives the choice of cover to best meet producer requirements and budgets, in the one fully integrated plan.
To find out more about WFI’s products or request a quote, simply contact your local WFI Area Manager on 1300 934 934 or visit our website at wfi.com.au.
Benefits of the alliance partnership:
- Commission assists Livestock SA but does not impact your premium
- WFI and Livestock SA work together to benefit farmers
- WFI supports events throughout the year
For more information on preventing livestock theft and the WFI financial services guide, visit the WFI website.
Other services
Other specific services for members are currently being investigated however suggestions from livestock producers about services they would prefer are always welcome.