The Victorian Manufacturing Showcase is coming in November!
The Victorian Manufacturing Showcase 2023 (VMS2023) will take place on Tuesday, 21 November, at the Moonee Valley Racing Club hosted by the Victorian Government, in partnership with NORTH Link. The showcase will shine a spotlight on the future of advanced...What the PFAS!*#!
The surging consumption of ‘Fast Furniture’, also known as imported low-cost, unsafe, non-compliant, unsustainable product, is being attributed to increases in the increased cost of living, shifting behavioural patterns, evolving living trends, and the nomadic...What the PFAS!*#!
Partner Spotlight – Furniture Contracts Australia
Business Growth Planners Australia: Say hello to our member, Furniture Contracts Australia; Who assist in supporting AFA Members.
Tender Opportunities
Australian Government Infrastructure Tender Opportunities: View current market opportunities the AFA have identified as suitable options.
Major Furniture Manufacturing Equipment Closing Down Sale
Major Furniture Manufacturing Closing Down Sale: Read more about an upcoming furniture manufacturing equipment auction.
Survey submission on behalf of AFA Members
Funding Opportunity Survey for AFA members: The AFA has submitted a comprehensive response to the recently requested survey.
New Government grant to help timber industry
New Government grant to help timber industry: An important funding opportunity that aims to support manufacturers impacted.
Take A Seat With Us LAUNCH EVENT – You’re Invited!
Take A Seat With Us Skills program Launch: We are delighted to extend a special invitation to you for the launch event of our skills program!
NSW Work Health and Safety Changes AFA Members – Audiometric Testing
NSW Audiometric Regulation Changes: The NSW Minister for Work Health and Safety has approved the commencement of clause 58.
Machine Safety Compliance Blitz
NSW Workplace Regulation Changes: SafeWork NSW Inspectors have attended a number of businesses to conduct a proactive workplace inspection.
Ambitious new program to strengthen VET system
Strengthening Australia’s VET system: Skills Insight is a not-for-profit, government funded and industry led organisation.
What’s Your Uphol-story?
Upholstery skills program: With the Multi Industry Collaboration Group’s job skills program, ‘Take A Seat With Us’ officially, the AFA.
Complimentary AFA Student/Apprentice/Trainee Membership
To Grow, Promote and Protect the Australian Furniture Industry The Australian Furniture Association (AFA) has introduced a rewards program for students, apprentices and trainees selecting studies related to the furniture industry. It is heartening to see the next crop...AFA Member Spotlight – Kaboodle
Kaboodle Designer-Look Kitchens Kaboodle believes that every Australian deserves great value, designer-look kitchens that reflects their personal style. That’s why they developed a DIY-friendly range focused on design, quality, style and functionality. While they...How 3D product visualisation improves conversions
‘Viewa explains How 3D product visualisation improves conversions: Consumer behaviour has changed considerably in the last few years. Consumers are shopping online more than ever, most on their phones and 81% of people are researching before they decide the...Are you ready to capitalise on Government tenders?
Australian Government Tender Opportunities The 2023-2024 budget will continue to see finances directed towards major projects, with an estimated total percentage of gross domestic product (GDP) of 36.4% – which is a 5% increase on the previous year. *source With...Toppling Furniture product safety consumer SURVEY
Toppling Furniture Safety Survey: The ACCC is aware of at least 28 deaths associated with toppling furniture in Australia since 2000.
AFA Member Spotlight – Viewa
Viewa offers an augmented reality platform creating a 3D product visualisation allowing customers to interact with your products virtually
Support Opportunities for NSW Businesses
The Australian Furniture Association recently with met with NSW Small Business Commissioner to discuss and identify emerging opportunities and challenges that are affecting small businesses in New South Wales.