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choose Australia first

YES. Australia does still have a strong furnishing manufacturing industry. The choose Australia first campaign is supported by Australian consumers, agencies, buyers and specifiers wanting, now more than ever, to buy Australian.

AFA Member accredited choose Australia first brands meet with the Australian product requirements, as specified by the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) providing a level of reassurance to commercial and residential buyers.

AFA Members must adhere to the ACL when claiming choose Australia first accreditation and sign an official declaration on the Conditions of Use when registering as a choose Australia first brand, and in doing so providing a level of reassurance to commercial and residential buyers.

choose Australia first accredited brands appear on the AFA website to make it simple for procurers, designers, architects, specifiers, buyers and consumers to make an educated choice when purchasing Australian products from Australian businesses who employ Australian workers.

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choose Australia first Checklist

The Australian Furniture Association (AFA) makes it simple for consumers to buy Australian-made products that meet the Australian Government’s eligibility criteria Now it’s simple for your business to belong to the campaign. Are you eligible for Choose Australia First...

Australians back Australian Manufacturers when they know what is at stake

Why Choose Australia First? The Australian Furniture Association’s campaign to grow, promote and protect the Australian furniture industry is gaining momentum. Australian furniture manufacturing facilities were almost decimated by the pandemic, and while the economy...

Raeco

As an Australian owned company, Raeco advocates local sourcing and manufacture of Australian products for best performance and value. All Raeco shelving and shelving accessories are Australian made. The majority of our seating and tables are Australian made and we...

Coringle Furniture

Drawing on the warmth and beauty of natural Australian timbers, the inspiration of local designers and a workforce committed to excellence, Coringle has been furnishing Australian homes with aspirational furniture for over 35 years.

Design Furniture

Established in 1986, Design Furniture is an Australian owned family furniture business with a showroom in Adelaide.

Comfort Sleep

Proudly crafting Australian Made mattresses for 40 Years. Our mattresses are Australian made and simply better built. When you experience a Comfort Sleep Australian made mattress, you’ll appreciate the un-compromised quality, love and attention that goes into making...

Woods Furniture

Woods Furniture has been manufacturing school and office furniture since 1953, remaining Australian-owned company with its manufacturing facility base in Melbourne's western suburb. Woods Furniture is a proud member of the choose Australia first accredited brand. This...

Workspace Commercial Furniture

Here at Workspace we believe now more than ever the importance of supporting local Australian business. Workspace is proud of its South Australian heritage and as Australia’s largest diversified commercial furniture manufacturer is proactive in ensuring future growth...