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Ultimate Guide for Australian Dry Cleaners

Ultimate Guide for Australian Dry Cleaners

* New Partnership - DIA & Sleek
* Practical, No-Fluff Playbook to Boost Profit, Stay Compliant and Save Time
* Prepared by Sleek Accounting
Making Garment Care Accessible: DIA’s Multilingual Resources for Cleaners and Consumers

Making Garment Care Accessible: DIA’s Multilingual Resources for Cleaners and Consumers

  • Multilingual videos to help customers understand garment care  
  • Clear expectations of drycleaning processes and consumer rights  
  • Cleaner-focused safety guidance and professional support 
Meet the Team: Cath & Kim (The DIA Edition)

Meet the Team: Cath & Kim (The DIA Edition)

  • What they love most about helping drycleaners across the country 
  • The one thing most people don’t realise about drycleaning 
  • Insider advice for all DIA members 
DIA Mediation in Action: Protect Your Business and Your Reputation

DIA Mediation in Action: Protect Your Business and Your Reputation

* Got a negative Google Review?
* How we assist DIA Members 
DIA Resources Currently Available

DIA Resources Currently Available

Drycleaning is a craft that’s at risk of disappearing in Australia. At the DIA, we’re determined to change that by becoming the central repository for industry knowledge.  Here is a list of current Customer Service and Health & Safety Resources
That's a wrap - DIA Workshops 2025

That's a wrap - DIA Workshops 2025

A selection of photos from our workshops held in 2025
What The DIA Achieved For Members - July to September quarter

What The DIA Achieved For Members - July to September quarter

As part of our ongoing commitment to supporting Australia’s drycleaning industry, the DIA is proud to share what we’ve achieved for our members this quarter – from advocacy and visibility to technical support and community growth.  
Why drycleaning needs a seat at the policy table

Why drycleaning needs a seat at the policy table

* Drycleaning and the Occupational Standard Classification for Australia
* DIA pushing for recognition
* Recognition critical for our industry
DIA Mediation in Action: Saving Dollars and Building Trust

DIA Mediation in Action: Saving Dollars and Building Trust

* Protect your bottom line with expert technical advice
* Turn your customer complaints into positive outcomes
* Get support whenever you need it most
2025 State of the Drycleaning Industry Survey

2025 State of the Drycleaning Industry Survey

* How drycleaning businesses in Australia are performing
* Challenges being faced
* Where is the industry headed
Dryer fires: are you managing this hidden risk?

Dryer fires: are you managing this hidden risk?

* What is spontaneous combustion?
* Why hot water and proper detergents matter
* Suggestions for help mitigating your risks
Vale Peter Hudson

Vale Peter Hudson

* Former DIA President
* A drycleaning industry visionary
* Deeply missed
Buy Sell Grow Make The Most Of DIA's Classifieds Platform

Buy Sell Grow Make The Most Of DIA's Classifieds Platform

* Looking to sell equipment or exit your business?
* Powerful way to connect with industry buyers
* Free for DIA members
Reduce your energy spend by forward contracting

Reduce your energy spend by forward contracting

* What is forward contracting?
* Mitigate risk of volatile market prices
* When is the best time to renew?
DIA response to the USA nationwide ban on perc

DIA response to the USA nationwide ban on perc

* USA moves to ban perc usage
* DIA closely monitoring
* Australian drycleaners already follow strict controls
Message from DIA President, Mark Ryan

Message from DIA President, Mark Ryan

* Thank you for being a DIA Member
* Wishing you a happy and fullfiling festive season

New Project to Survey Textile, Clothing and Footwear Industry Challenges

New Project to Survey Textile, Clothing and Footwear Industry Challenges

* Dry cleaning, laundry and alterations businesses to be consulted
* Organisations participating in consultations will be asked to share their own insights and answer questions about the industry, its challenges and opportunities
Vale Karl Chehade

Vale Karl Chehade

* Vale Karl Chehade
* Founder of the Karl Chehade Drycleaning group
* Industry visionary
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