Media Releases
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...