Membership

Be part of Australia's passionate horticultural community!

Australian horticulturists like you join the Institute to be part of a community with the top horticulturists in Australia and the region. Our members enjoy referral and business development opportunities that are found nowhere else, and support each other in advancing their businesses and the industry.

Our Member Network is Special

No matter where you are in your horticultural career, whether you’re just starting out or you’re a seasoned expert professional, you will always be welcome in our community. We’re all better off together.

We accept major credit cards  or you can request a tax invoice on your application. If you require assistance please email members@aih.org.au. Memberships are valid from July 1 – June 30. Pricing includes GST.

AIH 2022 Sponsorship Prospectus

DOWNLOAD (PDF 207 kb)

Choose a membership level that's right for you:

Friends Of Horticulture

Open to all plant enthusiasts!
$ 77 per calendar year. Incl GST
  • Access to AIH HortInsights Publication & AIH Email Newsletters
  • Invitations to exclusive AIH professional development webinars, workshops and AIH events
  • Ideal for everyone from starter to expert
JOIN NOW
Our Friends Of Horticulture membership recognises the passion and enthusiasm for plants and horticulture across Australia.

We've created this new membership that is open to everyone and carries no specific requirements for qualifications, credentials or experience.
FIND OUT MORE

Horticulturist

For qualified horticulturists
$ 330
00
per calendar year. Incl GST
  • Minimum Cert III or equivalent experience
  • For professional horticulturists
  • Use 'MAIH' after your name
APPLY NOW
Horticulturist membership offers the ideal all-round options for professional horticultural recognition.

Horticulturist members are recognised by the post-nominal MAIH after their name.

Pricing is pro-rated throughout the year and you can choose to pay annually or monthly ($27.50 per month).
FIND OUT MORE
MOST POPULAR
Registered Horticulturist
Top horticultural professionals
$ 440
00
per calendar year +
$220 once-only upgrade fee. Incl GST
  • Qualified and experienced professionals
  • Insurance concessions
  • Use 'MAIH RH' after your name
APPLY NOW
Registered Horticulturists are among the top professionals in the field. Their skills, experience and reputation is highly-regarded.

Registered Horticulturists complete points through our CPD program by attending events, gaining training or other forms of skills development.

Pricing is pro-rated throughout the year and you can choose to pay annually or monthly ($37.00 per month).
VIEW MORE

Retired Members

For AIH members after retirement only
$ 77 per calendar year. Incl GST
  • Available to AIH members only on application
Long-term AIH members that have held memberships with the AIH for ten or more years can apply to maintain their professional standing and use of the MAIH, MAIH RH or FAIH RH post-nominals after retirement.

This category is available on application to the National Council.

Corporate Sponsors

Showcase your organisation's professionalism
$ 1650 per year. Incl GST
  • Enhance your company profile.
  • Increase your company's visibility.
  • Align with a trusted brand.
APPLY NOW
A unique opportunity for enterprises engaged in horticultural business activities and education to join AIH.
VIEW MORE

Friends of the AIH Business Member

$ 50 per year. Incl GST
  • AIH Suppliers Directory
  • Access to AIH HortInsights Publication & AIH E Newsletters
  • Invitations to exclusive AIH professional development webinars, workshops and AIH events
JOIN NOW

Exclusive Member Benefits

Networking

Connect with others in the horticultural industry.

Credibility

Gain the trust of your clients aligning with a recognised and trusted brand.

Concessions on Insurances

Concessional rates for member insurances from Public Liability, P&I to Tools, Vehicles, Homes and others.

Members' Directory

Use your members’ listing in our Directory to find work and media opportunities with support by AIH and its community.

AIH Events & Awards

Access to AIH functions and events at member concession rates and privileges.

Representation

Representation of individual and collective members interests to government and regulatory authorities.

View more member benefits

Frequently Asked Questions

Every member receives eligibility to attend events and webinars at member prices and receive our magazine HortInsights every two months as well as our regular email updates.

Our Horticulturist members are eligible to be listed in our Members’ Directory, receive HortInsights and email updates, and use the post-nominal MAIH on all business materials.

Our Registered Horticulturists are eligible to be listed in our Members’ Directory, receive HortInsights and email updates, and use the post-nominal MAIH Registered Horticulturist (RH) with a designated RH number on all business materials.

All members are eligible to apply for our awards each year.

When you apply you will be given a prorated price depending on the time of the year you apply.

We accept Visa, Mastercard and American Express. You can also pay by tax invoice for joining and renewals.

Please request a tax invoice and you will be able to pay into our bank account.

Our online systems use the enterprise-grade Stripe payment system which is heavily-encrypted. 

We protect your data at all times and make only selected parts available with consent on our Members’ Directory. We will ask you when there are opportunities to receive external public profiles in industry or trade media.

Already a member?

Please login to your account, then renew your current membership. If you wish to change your subscription, please email members@aih.org.au or call us on (02) 8001 6198.