Membership Benefits
Monthly Gatherings
Held at Mount Waverley Youth Centre Hall, as well as online via Zoom! Enjoy fascinating talks, competitions, raffle, community updates and LOTS of plants for sale!
Quarterly Publication
Published since 1948, our magazine 'The Spine' is packed full of community news, exciting updates, full-colour technical articles, member profiles and much more!
a Huge & Passionate Community
With over 350 members around the world, a HUGE attendance at our gatherings, a Members-Only Facebook Group that's always buzzing, this passionate and knowledgeable community offers advice, assistance, friendship, inspiration, and endless smiles!
Massive Library & Other Resources
With the internet often offering 'very creative' answers to questions about plants, access to a collection of trusted books is a real blessing. The CSSA Library is quite extensive and sure to point you in the right direction.
Bus Trips & Annual Events
In addition to our HUGE Annual Spring Show and Plant Sale which attracts thousands each year, the CSSA organises Bus Trips and Garden Visits for members to enjoy.
...it's what you make it!
Whether you're the competitive type, the informative type, keen to brush up on your skills, or access exclusive sales and fantastic deals, get involved or sit quietly up the back, we believe CSSA Membership just might be right for you!
About Our Memberships
Membership renewal and associated fees are due 1 July each year.
If you have any questions about CSSA Membership, please contact memberships@cssaustralia.org.au.
Full Membership $30
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It includes an Email Only magazine and notices, access to our CSSA Members Only Facebook Groups and extensive library, attending Monthly Gatherings (in person or via Zoom) and events, Member-only discounts at selected nurseries, voting rights at the annual general meeting.
Concession Membership $20
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Available for Concession cardholders ONLY (Seniors, Pension, Veterans, Health Care).
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It includes an Email Only newsletter and notices, access to our CSSA Members Only Facebook Groups and extensive library, attending Monthly Gatherings (in person or via Zoom) and events, Member-only discounts at selected nurseries, voting rights at the annual general meeting.
Dependent Membership $Free
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Only available for minors (under 18 years) accompanied by a parent or guardian who is a Full/Concession Member of the CSSA.
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It includes an Email Only newsletter and notices, access to our CSSA Members Only Facebook Groups and extensive library, attending Monthly Gatherings (in person or via Zoom) and events, and Member-only discounts at selected nurseries.
Associate Membership $15
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Only available attached to a CSSA Full/Concession Member sponsor (spouse or partner residing at the same address).
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It includes access to our CSSA Members Only Facebook Groups and extensive library, attending Monthly Gatherings (in person or via Zoom) and events, Member only discounts at selected nurseries.
Add-on Membership Options
Posted Magazine $45
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NOT available for Memberships outside of Australia
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In addition to the emailed magazine, you will receive a printed full colour newsletter by post.
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Only available with Full and Concession Memberships.
