Members represent the industry in a variety of matters, such as the setting of national standards of performance. The objectives of AustStab are to:
- promote the stabilisation and road recycling industry,
- set national standards of performance,
- assist and coordinate research, and
- educate and train people in the industry.
Membership Benefits
Becoming a member of AustStab connects you to a national network of professionals committed to advancing sustainable pavement recycling and stabilisation. Membership provides access to a wide range of benefits:
Industry Recognition & Promotion
• Company profile listing on the AustStab website, including description, contact details, and website link.
• Use of the AustStab logo on approved services and materials.
• Use of the AustStab/NTRO Accreditation logo (for certified contractors).
• Promotion of member achievements and quality stabilisation work through AustStab newsletters and industry publications.
Events & Networking
• Access to AustStab’s broad membership base for peer-to-peer support and business connections.
• Participation in the annual AustStab Conference and Annual General Meeting (AGM).
• Opportunities to exhibit or present at AustStab trade and industry events and conferences.
Committees & Advocacy
• Representation and advocacy for high-quality stabilisation practices across industry forums and government channels.
• Eligibility to participate in AustStab Working Groups for technical and strategic input (for approved members).
• Council membership opportunities (for eligible member categories).
• Contribution to national road infrastructure discussions through Austroads committees such as the Pavement Structures Working Group (PSWG) and Pavement Task Force (PTF).
Training, Resources & Accreditation
• Member discounts on industry-recognised training and publications, including through CPEE.
• Support and promotion of the AustStab/NTRO Accreditation Scheme for Stabilisation Contractors.
• Access to exclusive online technical resources, guides and reference materials.
• Input into the development of education, research and national standards related to pavement recycling and stabilisation.
Insights & Updates
• Quarterly member newsletters featuring industry news, research updates, technical tips and event highlights.
• Opportunity to influence and contribute to Austroads research, innovation and policy development.
AustStab Member brochure click here
Apply to become a contracting member email enquiry@auststab.com.au
Apply to become a non-contracting member here
The following levels of membership are available in AustStab:
| Membership category | Membership requirements |
|---|---|
| Contracting Member | A person, firm or company carrying on the business of soil stabilisation and road recycling |
| Contracting A | operating nine or more approved stabilisation mixing machines or reclaimer/stabilisers. |
| Contracting B | operating between four and eight approved stabilisation mixing machines or reclaimer/stabilisers |
| Contracting C | operating three or less approved stabilisation mixing machines or reclaimer/stabilisers |
| Contracting D | responsible for stabilisation works but not directly operating stabilisation mixing machines or reclaimers/stabilisers |
| Contracting E | Government organisation operating three or more approved stabilisation mixing machines or reclaimer/stabilisers. |
| Contracting F | Government organisation operating two or less approved stabilisation mixing machines or reclaimer/stabilisers. |
| Construction Material Member | A person, firm or company carrying on business as a supplier of binders or stabilisation materials to the stabilisation industry |
| Construction material supplier A | Multi state Cement or Lime |
| Construction material supplier B | Multi state Bitumen |
| Construction material supplier C | Chemical |
| Affiliate Member | A person, firm or company carrying on business supplying technical assistance to the stabilisation industry, or any trade association, Government bodies, engineers or like body for promoting the interests of the stabilisation industry and situated in the Territory |
| Affiliate Member - Individual | A person or individual |
| Affiliate Member - Institutional | A firm or company |
| Affiliate Member - Overseas | An overseas entity |
| Geotechnical or Consulting Member | A provider of technical or consulting services direct to the Industry. |
| Multi-state | Operating in two or more states |
| Single-state | Operating in one state only |
| Supporting Contractor | |
| Overseas Member (Contracting) | |
| Honorary |
** Construction material supplier C – Applicants in this category are required to submit technical details on their products which will be reviewed by the Standards Committee.
To apply to become a member or for further information, please email enquiry@auststab.com.au