Industry News
Future Auto 2026 is Here
The 2026 edition of MTA’s Future Auto magazine is here! This special Centenary Collector’s Edition of the magazine brings you the latest insights into cutting-edge automotive technology and an in-
Workplace services
Workplace services
The MTA Workplace Services offers a range of tailored resources, products and services to support, grow and protect your automotive business. Our extensive library of industry-specific resources is constantly updated and refined, by our expert Workplace Relations team, to ensure that you have access to the very latest information.
Updated Wage Guides Published – July 2026!
Click below to access the current wage guides for 2026-2027, applicable from the 1st full pay period after 1st July 2026.
HR
Access MTA’s industry-specific Human Resources information and templates to assist your business in complying with the relevant employment obligations and requirements. Topics include:
- Award Wage Rate Guides
- Employment Contracts
- Leave Entitlements
- Performance Management
- Termination
WR Training
The MTA SA/NT has a highly skilled Workplace Relations team who are specialists in delivering industry-specific and practical Workplace Relations training and upskilling to add immediate value to your business.
- WHS & Safe Work Compliance
- Bullying & Harassment
- HR Basics
- Paying staff correctly
- Performance Management, Misconduct and Discipline
Work Health Safety (WHS)
The MTA offers a range of Work Health and Safety resources specifically drafted to suit your automotive business needs.
- Hazard & Risk Management
- Safe Operating Procedures
- Hazardous manual tasks
- Notifiable incidents
Environmental
Access a range of environmental resources to assist with your business’s waste management and more.
- Automotive Paints, Thinners and Solvents
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Media Releases
Electrified Vehicles Power South Australia’s Half-Year Sales Results
Record-breaking momentum for low-emission vehicles has reshaped the South Australian new car market, with electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) cementing a noticeable shift in con
Media Releases
South Australian service and repair workshops pay the price as cost-of-living crunch drives motorists away
More than half of South Australia’s automotive service and repair businesses have suffered a drop in workload over the past six months, according to the latest industry data. The inaugural M
Industry News
Collision Connect
The collision repair industry is changing rapidly. From the increasing complexity of ADAS-equipped vehicles to rising repair costs, evolving technology and ongoing workforce challenges, staying ahead
Industry News
SA State Budget 2026-27: MTA summary
Overall budget position The 2026-27 State Budget is mostly focused on cost-of-living relief, infrastructure delivery, skills and productivity. The government is forecasting a general government
Industry News
Amendments to MTA SA/NT Rules
At a Special General Meeting on 21 April 2026, the MTA membership voted to amend the Rules of the Association (as per the notice of the changes forwarded to all members on 27 March 2026). F
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Member News
Breaking down the 2026 Federal Budget
Last night, Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers handed down the 2026-27 Federal Budget. The 2026–27 Federal Budget has several measures relevant to MTA members, although many of the impacts will be indir
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