Christmas is an exciting and magical time steeped in family traditions and special memories, here are some wonderful Aussie Themed Christmas ideas from Brisbane kids....
At the recent AGM of Furntech-AFRDI, delegates welcomed a guest speaker who gave a presentation on the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) and how it affects the furnishing industry. Delegates were able to pose questions specifically related to their individual businesses,...
The Victorian Premier’s Design Awards were announced last night at the National Gallery of Victoria. The Awards recognise the best in Victorian Design and Innovation across eight categories, including Product Design, Fashion and Student Design (with two new...
Are you buying furniture direct from China? Then you are considered the manufacturer in the eyes of the Australian Consumer Law. The Australian Furniture Association has been made aware of the serious financial and insurance risks to hospitality, conferencing and...
Step into the fascinating world of Colour Psychology with Award Winning Interior Decorators, Taryn Whitaker and Tracey McLeod, and discover a foolproof process for finding the ideal colour palette for every home and business. The powerful properties of colour are...
Australian Venue Operators beware. Are you buying furniture direct from China? Then you are considered the manufacturer in the eyes of the Australian Consumer Law. The Australian Furniture Association has been made aware of the serious financial and insurance risks to...
AFA CEO Patrizia Torelli has been appointed to the Manufacturing, Engineering and Automotive Industry Advisory Group (MEAIAG), established by the first Victorian Skills Commissioner (VSC), Mr Neil Coulson. The establishment of this independent role signals a new...
At the recent Australian Furnishing Community of Practice Network (AFCoPN) meeting, Chris Arnold, Furniture and Cabinetmaking Department of Melbourne Polytechnic, shared this article from the newspaper, which is at odds with the experience of many AFA Member training...
Furniture industry leaders are invited to check out the work of Curtin University graduating students in product, furniture, jewellery and fashion design. From opening night, Friday 9th December 2016 from 6pm and Saturday 10am to 4pm, visitors are encouraged to...
The latest retail-themed State of the Nation reveals that Australians made 90 million more trips to bricks-and-mortar stores in the 2015/2016 financial year than they did in the year before that. For several years, Australians have been making fewer visits to retail...
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...
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...
AFA Members are encouraged to get involved on Waste Not, Want Not Day, Let’s make a positive impact on the environment and wider community. The festive season is the perfect time for you and your employees to clear offices and work spaces of clutter ahead of the New...
The Pantone Colour Institute has spoken: at a time when it seems everybody is in need of some hope, the bright “ greenery” should help provide some as the 2017 Colour of the Year. The idolised colour authority announced its choice of the shade Pantone 15-0343...
AFA Member ‘Workspace’ held their annual sales conference in Adelaide recently. Run over three-days they conducted numerous events across their home base of Adelaide. The theme of the conference “Future of the Workspace” included (READ MORE) a public event with a...
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...
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...
Prepare to lose yourself inside the inky blue depths of designer Christopher Duffy’s latest creation. The UK artist recently completed the Abyss Table, a hypnotising dining table made from layered glass and sustainably sourced wood to mimic the ocean depths. Lights...
If you are starting out in the furniture business or been in business for a while, one of the most important things you can do as a business owner is to pay attention to money management. If you want your business success to turn into personal financial success, you...
If your business is retail-focused, you have one goal at this time of year and that is Christmas sales. November and December can account for 20% of annual sales for businesses, and for those AFA Members who have online stores this is for you too. You need to start...
The world’s most recognisable brand is ‘Made in Italy’ so how is it being used to dupe consumers into buying furniture? Have you heard about the new country of origin labelling changes? There is a Bill before Australian Federal Parliament right now which will affect...
