Fringe benefits tax (FBT) implications for Christmas parties

When planning your Christmas party, it’s also important to consider any tax requirements.Generally, you won’t have to pay FBT if you host the Christmas party on your business premises, or keep the cost of the party to below $300 per person. Some Christmas parties can...

Health and safety at Christmas parties

While your staff may be ‘off the clock’, you’ll probably still be responsible for their health and safety. Here are some suggestions to help your workplace celebrate safely: Send a friendly email to staff before the party reminding them that while the party is a time...

The interior trends you’ll be loving in 2017

Just splurged on some marble and copper homewares? You may want to stop reading. While it seems like just yesterday we were celebrating the new year, trend forecasters and designers are already thinking well into 2017 ­– and there’s a big shake up of interior trends...

Wonderful Wood

The AFA loves wood and working with our AFA Members who are timber producers and Forestry industry bodies. Starting with the trees themselves in all their beauty, extending to the smell of fresh cut wood, the feel when you work it with hand tools and the smell of...

Decorating with Paper

Who would have known your average “paper bag” look could be so cool?. These bags are made from a raw cellulose fibre to achieve the paper quality. Pictured is UASHMAMA washable paper that looks and feels like leather but washes with ease. They are soft yet resilient,...