POTENTIAL RISKS TO VENUE OPERATORS, PATRONS, VISITORS AND STAFF There has been an increase in reports to The Australian Furniture Association (AFA) and state and regulatory bodies, that unsafe Furniture used in public spaces and venues is posing a serious safety risk...
In its 31st year, the Dulux Colour Awards will once again be Australasia’s premier showcase of inspirational colour application in built environments. We will continue our commitment to recognising creative and innovative thinking in the industry and reward those who...
The Australasian Furnishing Association is alarmed to learn that four separate baby cots have been recalled by the ACCC in just one month. Even more alarming is the fact that all three were sold online. ‘With the impending launch of Amazon into Australia, we’re...
Amongst the most coveted mid-century pieces ever produced, AFA Member Workspace Commercial Furniture (formerly TH Brown) is proud to announce the remake of the TH Brown Danish Bar Stool. The first in Workspace’s new Origin’s Collection, the Danish Bar Stool unveils a...
Our Partners at Australian Living are calling for nominations from Australian Furniture Association Members that celebrate green interior products! FOR FURNITURE MANUFACTURERS AND PRODUCT DESIGNERS – Enter innovative interior products that respect the health of...
The Office of the Prime Minister and Minister for Immigration and Border Protection has announced the abolition of the Subclass 457 Visa for foreign workers and the creation a new temporary visa restricted to critical skills shortages. The intent is to ensure...
Malaysia is one of Australia’s top ten trading partners and the prospects for business have provided a beacon for SMEs to expand their operations into Malaysia. However, many ventures have been cut short by cross-cultural blunders in matters such as language,...
We are proud to announce that DESIGN & CO along with A’ International Design Award and Competition that the interior design Inspiration Runway by Grainne Devlin at the AFA Trade show – Furnitex 2016 – is a winner of the renowned Bronze A’...
Forestry Standard LTD is promoting a nationwide photo contest aimed at further raising awareness of the importance of sustainable forest management and certification. AFS CEO Simon Dorries said the contest theme – ‘experience forests, experience PEFC’ – would enable...
Product testing is one way of preventing unsafe products from entering the Australian market, and ensuring supplier responsibilities are met. It is the responsibility of all suppliers to ensure products: are free from defects meet mandatory safety standards meet any...
These requirements have been imposed on airlines by the US Government. The Australian Government is working with businesses to help them comply with the US requirements, ensure readiness and reduce red tape while enabling a smooth transition. You must act now to get...
The timber import conditions review team within the Plant Import Operations section of the Department of Agriculture and Water Resources has now completed a preliminary draft of import conditions changes for a specified range of timber products and has established a...
Furnishing IRC Chair and AFA CEO, Patrizia Torelli recommends that industry leaders familiarise themselves with The Training Package Development and Endorsement Process Policy, which is one of three documents that form the organising framework of standards that...
As a well-established hub for finance and trade, Hong Kong is home to many traders who have a wealth of experience in conducting import and export business. Thanks to efficient management, the bilingual environment and an internationally-recognised legal regime, it...
The WA Forum is getting a makeover, becoming a one day conference for the first time. A busy and vibrant one day program will both engage and challenge delegates. In 2017 the Forum themes will focus on: the student experience; employer perspectives; and assessment....
This article was written by Alby Johnston who attended the EFE in Malaysia – For several years now Australian Furniture Association’s (AFA) Chief Executive Officer, Patrizia Torelli has been developing relationships with many Governments, Furniture Councils,...
This article is part of a series of articles about using design law to protect your furniture designs. Here we look at: examples of actual registered furniture designs in Australia so that you can see the sort of furniture designs that furniture designers are...
Implementation of the changes to import conditions for manufactured wooden articles outlined below in the Australian Government Release will be deployed in September 2017 to give importers reasonable time to meet the new conditions. As reported, the Australian...
Are you aware that your business is responsible for any furnishing product that you import, manufacture, sell, supply or distribute? This means that you can be held liable for any defect or other condition that renders the product unsafe and results in injury, death...
Check out the latest edition of the TAFE Futures Magazine In this edition read about Continuity and Change: AFA Members and Australian employers’ training practices and partnerships with training providers A year of challenge and opportunity for TAFE and the VET...
Business leaders spend considerable time and energy developing business strategies and seek to align all business activities to ensure optimisation of effort, business growth and sustainability. This should always include the people within a business. For example,...
