AuSAE - Launch of the Gluten Management Association in NZ

Launch of the Gluten Management Association in NZ

27 Oct 2016 10:11 AM | Deleted user

The Gluten Management Association has been launched in New Zealand for the purpose of raising the awareness of gluten-free foods.

The Gluten Management Association (GMA) is a not-for-profit body dedicated to supporting makers, servers and sellers of gluten-free food for people with gluten related disorders including coeliac disease. In doing so, it complements organisations which look to the health and well-being of people who must not eat gluten. It’s one of the aims of GMA to collaborate with these organisations and allow them to concentrate on their important work without concern for the availability and quality of gluten free food for their community.

Specifically, GMA encourages and assists people and organisations to adopt, develop and implement management system standards for the making and sale of gluten-free food. Certification programmes are provided for food outlets interested in capturing the market for the growing number of customers who do not want to buy food containing gluten.

Anecdotal evidence shows that many gluten-free claims are without substance despite the best intentions of providers. GMA is interested in reducing the risk of gluten being present in gluten-free food separately from others supporting gluten intolerant victims. GMA will seek to collaborate with other organisations interested in improving the quality of gluten-free food from seed in the ground to the consumer.

Managing gluten is important because it is impossible or prohibitively expensive to verify that gluten is not present in the result of the process of making gluten-free food unless tests are performed.

Gluten contamination can occur at any one of the numerous steps required to make gluten-free food. It has been shown scientifically that managing the quality of products is best achieved by managing the process of production, every step of the way. Inspecting and testing products at the end of any multi steps process is not a reliable way of ensuring quality.

It’s the nature of well managed systems that they become more effective and efficient as technology advances. Thus GMA is here to encourage, promote and support the continual improvement of gluten-free management systems. Please visit the GMA website to learn more about and join the Association - https://glutenmanagement.com

This Press Release was originally sourced from Scoop.

Strengthening Trans-Tasman Connections: AuSAE and Tourism New Zealand Business Events Renew Partnership

Association professionals across Australia and New Zealand have even more reason to explore trans-Tasman opportunities. AuSAE is proud to announce the renewal of its longstanding partnership with Tourism New Zealand Business Events, celebrating 11 years of collaboration.

For over a decade, this partnership has strengthened connections between the two countries, helping associations expand networks, share knowledge, and deliver world-class events.

Toni Brearley, CAE, Chief Executive Officer at AuSAE, said:

“Our partnership with Tourism New Zealand Business Events has opened doors for association leaders to plan unforgettable events and connect with peers across the Tasman. Together, we’ve created opportunities, shared knowledge, and elevated the experiences of our members and their delegates. This partnership reinforces our commitment to fostering strong trans-Tasman collaborations, helping associations innovate, grow, and deliver outstanding value to their members.”

Helen Bambry, Business Events Manager at Tourism New Zealand, added:

“Partnering with AuSAE means we can directly support association professionals in bringing their next international business event to New Zealand – offering assistance, funding, and support to ensure exceptional experiences for both organisers and delegates.”

Watch the Tourism New Zealand Business Events video

What this partnership means for you

For Australian associations:

Receive expert guidance and support to bring conferences or member events to New Zealand.
Access funding assistance through Tourism New Zealand Business Events.
Expand your network and build partnerships with New Zealand peers and industry leaders.
Deliver international experiences for members and delegates just across the Tasman.

For New Zealand associations:

Strengthen professional connections with Australian association leaders through AuSAE’s network.
Share expertise and collaborate on professional development, governance, and member engagement initiatives, and more.
Gain visibility within the broader association community in Australia and New Zealand.
Access opportunities to host international association events and delegates in New Zealand, boosting local engagement and knowledge exchange.

About AuSAE:

The home for association professionals, the Australasian Society of Association Executives (AuSAE) is the leading - and only not-for-profit, member-based - organisation supporting association professionals in Australia and New Zealand. For 70 years, AuSAE has been a trusted partner for those working in associations, providing professional development, support, and networking to help association leaders achieve organisational goals, advance their careers, and strengthen the wider sector.

About Tourism New Zealand Business Events:

Tourism New Zealand Business Events provides expert guidance, funding, and support to attract conferences, incentives and corporate events to New Zealand.

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For more information about AuSAE, please contact Toni Brearley, CAE:
Toni Brearley, CAE
Chief Executive Officer, AuSAE
E: toni@ausae.org.au
T: + 61 458 000 155

To apply for funding and support to host a conference in New Zealand contact Helen Bambry:
Helen Bambry
Business Events Manager, Tourism New Zealand
E: Helen.Bambry@tnz.govt.nz
T: +61 415 933 325

The Australasian Society of Association Executives

Contact us:

Email: info@ausae.org.au
Phone: 1300 764 576 (within Australia)
Phone: +61 7 3268 7955 (outside Australia)
Address: Unit 6, 26 Navigator Place, Hendra QLD 4011, Australia