Mission statement
For the promotion of efficient warehousing and distribution.
Description of activities
The Textile Distributors Association is the national body representing textile distributors. It was established as the Australian Wholesale Softgoods Federation in 1950 and changed its name to the Textile Distributors Association in 1989.
TDA members supply fabrics (and, in some cases, related accessories) to either clothing manufacturers, curtain manufacturers, soft furnishing and furniture manufacturers and/or to retailers. They sell both imported and locally manufactured fabrics.
Association activities include:
Maintaining proper recognition of the important role played by the textile distribution trade within the textiles, clothing and related industries and promoting public awareness.
Protecting and advancing the interests of members by active participation in government enquiries and decision-making influencing the activities of textile distributors.
Maintaining regular communication with and amongst members to keep them informed of relevant developments within their industry.
Working with Standards Australia to formulate new and improve existing textile standards for the benefit of consumers and the industry.
Member eligibility
Members of the TDA can be companies or individuals who are either stockists or bona fide "owners" of imported textiles and/or allied lines for wholesale distribution.
Contact information
Mr Ralph Bertinetti
Public Officer
Textile Distributors Association
5 Campbell Avenue
LANE COVE NSW 2066
| Telephone: | 61 2 9428 2180 |
| Facsimile: | 61 2 9420 3152 |
| E-mail: | textiledistributors@bigpond.com |