Zepel Fabrics
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION Zepel is a textile brand designed in Australia and Europe that sources the highest quality drapery and upholstery fabrics to suit our diverse, active lifestyles and harsh climate. With over 40 years’ experience, Zepel has developed a unique focus...CertAssure
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION CertAssure is an independent product assessment, certification, testing and consulting organisation focusing on domestic and commercial products. CertAssure is committed to providing the highest levels of assurance to our clients, driving...Australian Furnishing Industry Current State of Play
No one knows the Australian Furnishing Industry better than you, but how can we help make it better? Have your say here…
Eco Effective Solutions
Founded by Architect, Mark Thomson in 2010, Eco Effective Solutions has undertaken architectural refurbishment projects and environmental consulting over a wide range of built project types. With a particular focus on “Positive Development”, Eco Effective Solutions...Energy Action
Energy Action is a Climate Active certified independent energy partner for over 7,000 Australian businesses. We’re here to help our clients along the journey towards their greener future while delivering energy savings today. We’ve partnered with the AFA to help...Layton Health
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION Layton Health is a TGA (Therapeutic Goods Administration) registered entity. Our company has been involved in product development and innovation for over 30 years. We have offices and development teams in 12 countries including the USA, Australia,...Australian manufacturers must compete on value rather than cost
Evidence from 3,000 global manufacturers on the source of their competitiveness show that Australian manufacturers must compete on value rather than cost.
Surface Textiles
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION Surface Textiles is bringing refreshment to the commercial fabric market with Australian Made, on trend, high performance fabrics, for commercial upholstery, hospitality, aged care, education and more. Business Type: Manufacturer Business Address:...Advance Notice of Impending Regulatory Changes – What you need to do now
The AFA was involved in significant research in 2021 which has resulted in the identification of a number of Chemicals used in the manufacture of products which will be phased out in the next few years.
IChEMS: Australia’s new Industrial Chemicals Environmental Management Standard
The Industrial Chemicals Environmental Management Standard directs industrial chemical introduction, use and disposal.
Government must make Australian furniture industry a post COVID nation building priority says AFA
The Australian Furniture Association (AFA) is adamant that industry and government at all levels need to make supporting the local furniture industry a post COVID nation building priority.
Clean Economy Workforce Development Strategy – Skills Needs Survey
The Victorian Government has committed to decarbonising the economy and achieving net zero emissions by 2050, which will have implications for workforce skill needs.
Perry Advisory – Corporate & Commercial Law
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION Perry Advisory has a strong practice across several industry sectors. Practice areas include information technology, medical device and pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and specialty manufacturing. Andrew Perry (Principal of Perry Advisory) is an...A.H. Beard
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION At A.H. Beard, we are passionate about sleep. And with 120 years of experience crafting quality mattresses, it’s a topic we know a lot about. Five generations of the A.H. Beard family have been committed to continuous innovation to ensure that we...Joyce Foam Products
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION Joyce Australia are one of the largest and most successful foam manufacturing operations in Australia. Joyce benefits from the expertise and insights of our parent company based in India. We have the opportunity to share knowledge, resources and...Australia’s skill shortage crisis
Department of Employment tracking skills shortages identifies lack of employable, qualified staff.
Department of Education, Skills and Employment announces transition to new skills and workforce development model
Skills Ministers agreed to establish new industry-based clusters (Industry Clusters) with broad roles and responsibilities for skills and workforce development by December 2022. Industry Clusters will replace Industry Reference Committees (IRCs), Skills Service Organisations (SSOs) and Skills Organisation Pilots (SOs).
Australian Online Household Furniture Sales On Upward Trajectory
Australian Online Household Furniture Sales On Upward Trajectory The tables have turned: The impact of COVID-19 and trading restrictions have encouraged consumers to buy more furniture online. IBISWorld’s analysts constantly monitor the industry impacts of...5 Top Tips for Manufacturers To Go Direct To Consumer
Going direct-to-consumer (D2C) comes with a range of options to shape-shift manufacturing businesses from a strictly B2B model to an online solution. Read on for tips and learn what goes into establishing a D2C ecommerce site.
The renewed love affair with products manufactured in Australia at risk when the lines are blurred
The resurgence of interest in products that are made in Australia has been significant in the past two years. Australian consumers, buyers and specifiers are willing to pay for products they believe are made in, grown in or product of Australia, or support local jobs and businesses. Even Australia’s Governments’ are beginning to push for ‘buy local’. However, any Country of Origin claim should provide consumers with clear, accurate and truthful information about what they are buying. Significant penalties apply if a product is misrepresented