A recent study by Monash University is on point for Australian Furniture Association Members to consider. It’s an Australian based survey sitting against the local economic backdrop – so directly relevant to Australian businesses. The study found that 46% of...
We understand how challenging it can be to get your sales team and product catalogues in front of architects and specifiers. That’s why, in June, the Australian Furniture Association (AFA) took a major step to open the door for AFA Members to showcase their brands and...
Spring has Sprung, and it’s a great time to get excited about everything blooming in your gardens and in your business! Just as we prepare our gardens for a new season, it’s the perfect opportunity to dig into your financials, turn over and fertilise your...
The Australian Furniture Association warns Australian businesses of the increasing vulnerability to cyber-attacks and online scams – they’re happening more frequently and resulting in higher financial losses. In fact, cyber-attacks have a long-term impact and...
This week the Australian Furniture Association and the Multi-Industry Collaboration Group (MICG), made up of the Victorian Automotive Chamber of Commerce, Boating Industry Association of Victoria, Caravanning Industry Association of Victoria, and Specialised Textiles...
The Waste Management and Resource Recovery Association of Australia (WMRR) invites you to join us in Adelaide on the 16-17 October 2024 for the inaugural Australian Resource Recovery Conference. The waste and resource recovery (WARR) sector receives 76 million tonnes...
Australian Furniture Association Partner, XETA Accounting, is on the money. ‘We’ve been through the wringer for a while. Things haven’t been easy since the Global Financial Crisis in 2007/2008, and just as the world began recovering, COVID hit us all. The fact...
Molmic Furniture are immensely proud to have their products featured in a number of prestigious residences in recent times. Established in 1987, Molmic is driven by a deep passion for sofas. Molmic’s commitment lies in creating comfortable, durable lounge furniture...
As a Not For Profit the Australian Furniture Association is constantly being told it is punching above its weight. We know it, but do you? So much of what we do is based on intel, data and forecasting. Often anecdotal, but always qualified. To that end the AFA always...
The Australian Furniture Association extends an invitation to industry to attend the Wrap Up Event for the Take A Seat With Us Program on Wednesday 14 August 2024. You will recall that just over twelve months ago the AFA identified that the skilled upholsterer...
Immigration Update – where to next from an Immigration Law perspective. In December 2023, former Ministers for Immigration and Home Affairs released the ‘Migration Strategy’, which outlined a new vision for Australia’s migration system. Whilst the Ministers have...
Helping to build greater accountability in the furniture and furnishings industry … Global GreenTag International has joined forces in a collaborative partnership with the Australian Furniture Association (AFA), the only recognised peak industry body for the...
The Australian Furniture Association’s choose Australia first campaign was initiated in 2020 as the shift in consumer sentiment – wanting, more than ever to confidently buy Australian, grew. Now, with the introduction of the Commonwealth government’s push to...
The Australian Furniture Association has been involved in the launch of the very first accredited Course in Circular Economy Practices. AFA CEO, Patrizia Torelli, was appointed Chair of the working group who contributed to the development of the course in Circular...
The AFA CEO, Patrizia Torelli, represented the Australian Furniture industry in a Panel discussion with over 300 Retailers at the Sustainable Retail Go Conference 2024, Hosted by the National Online Retailers Association. The Topic: The critical role of collaboration...
Public consultation on the Illegal Logging Prohibition Regulation 2012 has been concluded by the Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, and the Australian Furniture Association contributed to the consultation process on behalf of the furnishing...
The ‘Back to Work’ program provides financial and non-financial support to Queensland employers and job seekers who are facing disadvantages. Employers have access to two support payments: •Youth Boost ($20,000): To hire a jobseeker aged 15-24 who was...
The AFA is excited to announce on behalf of the Australian government that a total of 50 events will be held in regional and remote communities throughout May as part of Queensland Small Business Month, thanks to the Queensland Government’s Regional Networker Grants...
The AFA has received some advice from the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training on protecting your brand. Tip 1: Use IP Australia’s TM Checker before investing significantly in your brand to: search for existing trademarks similar to your name, phrase...
The AFA has received some advice from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) about sharing tips to help your business meet its tax obligations to avoid paying unnecessary interest (currently 11.38%) and penalties. Set up a separate bank account for pay-as-you-go (PAYG)...
The AFA reminds QLD AFA members to reach out to the Department during Queensland Small Business Month (QSBM) this May. QSBM will celebrate the 482,000 small businesses operating across our state. QSBM recognises it takes considerable dedication to run a business...
