Media Releases
Warning – Toppling furniture kills another child
The Australasian Furnishing Association (AFA) is continuing to push for stronger legislation since the announcement of IKEA’s alert re toppling furniture and subsequent child deaths. This issue is not exclusive to the IKEA incident, and the AFA is aware of a number of...
PRODUCT RECALLS ON THE RISE
Product recalls are on the rise as ever increasing consumer protection and new regulations come into play. It does not take much of a defect to fail to meet various legislation and Australian Standards. When a recall is declared by a government agency or a retailer,...
Let’s Talk About Shelving … In the Living Room
Houzz recently posted this great article on shelving. Please be aware when you are constructing shelving to ensure it is secure and won't tip over. Please read the ACCC's tipping standards legislation before installing shelving - click here There is a lot that can be...
AFA Announces Inaugural Head of Education Network Group
The Australian Furniture Association (AFA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms Simona Jobbagy as Chair of the Australian Furniture Community of Practice Network (AFCoPN). Simona is a dedicated professional who has worked in Vocational Education and Training...
Bunk Beds Under Scrutiny Just Before Christmas Orders Close
In recent weeks Harvey Norman has led the way in announcing updated testing requirements in relation to the supply and sale of Bunk Beds in all of its Harvey Norman, Domayne and Joyce Mayne Stores. The retail giant has determined that compliance with the CPN needs to...
Media Release: ACCC investigates possible AZO dye risks associated with exposure to IMPORTED furniture
Recent concerns about hazardous AZO dyes in clothing and bed linen have now been extended to include textiles and leather in imported furniture. The ACCC has also been alerted to potential exposure to chemicals such as formaldehyde from bonded leather in imported...
AFA Media Release: Jo Pearson to head Australian International Furniture Exhibition Coverage
The Australian Furniture Association (AFA) is delighted to announce that international broadcaster, journalist and media communications strategist, Jo Pearson will head up the coverage of the upcoming Australian Furniture Industry Awards and National Furniture...
Media Release: Master Back on Deck
The Australian Furniture Association is pleased to announce the appointment of industry personality, Mr Graeme Cock, as the Chair of the AFA’s Masters Committee. Graeme began his career with Fler, before going on to form his own manufacturing firm, Module Company. Mr...
AFA Media Release: …Move over Milan
'Just when the pangs of jealousy were setting in after Milan Design Week, the Australian Furniture Association has announced the introduction of the Australian International Furniture Exhibition, at Melbourne’s Royal Exhibition Building from July 11 to 13.’ The Age 25...