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Health and safety at Christmas parties
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...
Fringe benefits tax (FBT) implications for Christmas parties
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...
Waste not Want Not!
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...
“greenery” symbolic of regard for the environment states Pantone Colour Institute
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...
Workspace and the future
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...
Fake Money
In the last 24 hours, the National Retail Association has received reports from AFA Members across Australia of sightings of counterfeit $50 and $100 notes in Victoria, Queensland and New South Wales. We urge all retailers to inform staff, read the tips included (READ...
Repairs Before Home Selling Return Rewards
Taking a break over Christmas?... Looking to sell your house? – well, this is a great time to do some reno’s for a high return. Quick fixes before selling a home always pay off, but which home repairs bring the biggest return? Specific answers to this often-asked...
Appliance Trends
Trends in home decor and appliances are constantly changing - silver, gold, copper, brass - the options are limitless. However, for 2017 it seems that sleek black stainless steel will replace the usual gleaming silver appliances around the home. This new black...
The Coolest Ideas for an Australian themed Christmas
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. https://www.brisbanekids.com.au/merry-aussie-christmas-everything-need-australian-themed-christmas/
Furntech-AFRDI AGM: Discussion on the Australian Consumer Law
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,...