Planex

We provide premium quality steel storage solutions for activity-based spaces across commercial, education, sports, hospitality and residential markets. Designed and made in Melbourne, our award-winning, customisable range is available in 300+ colours. Each product is...

Koskela

We are creators of sustainable Australian-made furniture solutions for communal and collaborative spaces. Koskela products can be found in leading workplaces, universities, schools and private homes around Australia. Our design capability and local manufacturing...

MEMBERS RESOURCE

This section is a “one-stop-shop” for AFA Members of all of the latest information about AFA Services and access to Government updates, Legal, Financial, Insurance and other professional services. We provide AFA members information on the following:    AFA...

READY, SET, GROW!

Further to our recent article related to the National Reconstruction Fund and how it could benefit Australian Furniture Association members, the AFA have identified further opportunities to support our members in growing their business in 2023 and beyond....

Manolo Bossi Design Studio

Manolo Bossi Design Studio (MBDS) mainly deals with consultancy in the field of industrial design and product engineering. Numerous applied experiences have led the studio to deal with ceramic furnishing objects from the small scale with BOSA, to mass production in...

Holmesglen Institute Of TAFE

Study a degree at Holmesglen At Holmesglen, when it comes to higher education, we think differently. We know that employers want people with recognised qualifications and enough experience to be capable and confident employees. That is why our degree programs combine...

Intellico Australia Pty Ltd

Intellico Australia is a niche furniture design company based in Sydney’s upper north shore bushland. We design furniture inspired by Danish Modern and guided by Dieter Rams’ “10 good design principles”.   Business Type: Designer / Manufacturer Business...

Zepel Fabrics

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 by combining studio...

CertAssure

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 success with solutions for...

Joyce Foam Products

Joyce Foam is proud to be Australia’s leading manufacturer of open-cell polyurethane (PU) foam with a strong commitment to innovation and sustainability. Our advanced manufacturing processes eliminate the need for Auxiliary Blowing Agents, allowing us to produce...

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