The Australian Publishers Association (APA) represents publishers of all sizes across trade, educational, professional and scholarly publishing.

We’re here to enrich and enhance the business of publishing for our members, and connect industry professionals from across the sector.

Joining the APA is simple, and reflects a commitment to developing a thriving Australian publishing community.

Membership offers a range of benefits for both organisations and individuals, including: 

Learn more about the benefits of membership by exploring the work we do and our member resources.

Types of membership

Full and Associate Membership is available to companies and organisations involved in publishing, while our student membership is available for any individuals looking to work in the industry now, or in the future.

Find out more about our membership types, eligibility requirements, and fees along with the join process: