As we start 2026, the ACCC’s Toppling Furniture Mandatory Information Standard remains in force (applicable from 4 May 2025) and continues to be a core compliance requirement for Australian furniture suppliers. This Standard requires that suppliers of toppling...
The Grow. Promote. Protect. Forum 2026 is set to bring together leaders from Australia’s furnishing, forestry, materials, and manufacturing sectors to drive a more sustainable and resilient industry. Hosted by the Australian Furnishing Industry Stewardship Council,...
By Richard Thompson, Archer Thompson Lawyers From 1 July 2026, employers will be required to pay Superannuation Guarantee (SG) contributions in close connection with each pay event under reforms commonly described as Payday Super. This is a material shift away from...
In today’s volatile logistics environment, freight costs and service reliability can change quickly, often beyond your direct control. To help members navigate this complexity, the Australian Furniture Association is partnering with Nexus Point Inc to deliver an...
Australia faces an increasing volume of poor-quality furniture entering the market, with limited visibility of chemical content, durability, and end-of-life outcomes contributing to growing pressure on already over-stretched landfill sites. The Australian Government...
