Partners & Ambassadors
Our Partners & Global Ambassadors
We are proud to work with all our Partners and Ambassadors to deliver programs and services that strengthen our industry community.
The company we keep
Our partners and supporters make it possible for us to connect our members with experts in fundraising, marketing, business capacity building and technology, as well as potential supporters and investors. We thank all the organisations for their support.
Does your company want to partner with us? Contact care@theafa.asn.au
The people we trust
Our global Ambassadors are valued industry advocates across their businesses, social and online communities. We work alongside global leaders to attract internationally renowned business and community innovators and visionaries. Importantly, they all share a deep passion for the industry and have an invaluable understanding and combined intelligence and insights as global game-changers.
Do you have a perfect Ambassador in mind? Why not nominate them? Contact care@theafa.asn.au
Ambassadors
Jamie Durie
Jamie Durie Announced as an Ambassador of Australia’s Peak Furnishing Body The Australasian Furnishing Association (AFA) is proud to announce that International award-winning designer, television host and author, Jamie Durie OAM, has been appointed as the AFA's...
Supporting Partners
AFA Due Diligence Toolkit
Why do YOU need the Timber Due Diligence Toolkit? DNA fingerprinting, random audits, heavy fines and possible criminal charges, are all compelling reasons for downloading the AFA's Timber Due Diligence Toolkit. The Government's 'gloves off' approach to illegal timber...
AFA Choose Australia First
The AFA has launched an unprecedented campaign to support jobs in the Australian furniture industry, in a bid by the industry to stave off up to 10,000 jobs at risk due to COVID 19. A recent, ongoing survey revealed the devastating impact of COVID 19 on the sector.
Project Partners
VACC
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION The Victorian Automotive Chamber of Commerce (VACC) is the voice of Victoria's automotive industry, providing key support services for business owners operating in the retail, service and repair sectors, including vehicle sales, mechanical,...
Caravan Industry Victoria
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION The Caravan Industry Victoria (CIV) was formed in 1952 to foster the growth of caravanning holidays in Victoria. The Association quickly became an integral body for like-minded entrepreneurs who were manufacturing caravans, recreational vehicles,...
Boating Industry Association
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION The Boating Industry Association supports members to build thriving marine businesses.We connect over 600 organisations to grow the boating industry, forming a united voice representing boating in Australia. As a not-for-profit organisation led by...
Specialised Textiles Association
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION The Specialised Textiles Association (STA) is the industry representative body for the fabric and textiles sectors in Australia. We currently represent over 200 member businesses from around the country to promote industry standards and ethics,...
MICG – Take A Seat With Us
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION The ‘Take A Seat With Us’ taster program is a brand new, 12-week innovative course created specifically to teach students practical, hands-on skills in upholstery/auto and marine trimming – helping you transition to an apprenticeship smoothly and...
Service Partners
Global GreenTag
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION Global GreenTag International is a product assessment body that certifies and verifies sustainable product claims made by progressive manufacturers. Developed in Australia with a global focus, Global GreenTag comprises numerous certifications and...
Built Environment Channel
Business Description: The national broadcasting network of over 180 digital screens broadcasting in workplaces and studios to an audience of over 7755 architects, designers, specifiers and construction professionals across Australia. The built environment is an...
Lazarus Legal
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION Lazarus Legal, a Premium AFA Partner, providing expert legal advice and systems to support, protect and grow AFA Member businesses. Lazarus Legal firmly believe that long-term relationships are built around honesty, transparency and open...
WIFM Events
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION WiFM delivers informative networking, training and upskilling events that are relevant and meaningful to practitioners and business professionals across the furnishing industry supply chain sectors. Business Type: Events and Media ...
SGS
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION With furniture testing capabilities in China, Hong Kong and Vietnam, SGS can help furniture manufacturers, suppliers, importers and distributors comply with Australia’s strict product safety and standards requirements. They help businesses deliver...
Selectricity
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION The Team at Selectricity provide expert advice and guidance on energy-related matters to clients, businesses, and organisations. We assess energy needs, develop tailored solutions, and help clients procure energy and optimize usage, reduce costs,...
Ajuria Lawyers
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION Ajuria Lawyers – Leaders in Immigration Ajuria Lawyers is a leader in the complex and ever-changing area of corporate immigration. Immigration law is all we do. It has been our focus for decades and we are proud of the professional way we do it....
Viewa
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION Viewa provides unique 3D & augmented reality (AR) software to Furniture & Furnishings manufacturers and retailers which drive customer visualisation, engagement and sales. Our VisualisAR software enables your customers to visualise your...
Archer Thompson Lawyers
Commercial Litigation & Employment Law Employment Law Commercial Law Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution Debt Recovery Archer Thompson Lawyers is a trusted advisor and has provided expert legal guidance and solutions to employers, executives, and...
Perry Advisory – Corporate & Commercial Law
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION Perry Advisory has a strong practice across several industry sectors. Practice areas include information technology, medical device and pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and specialty manufacturing. Andrew Perry (Principal of Perry Advisory) is an...
Responsible Wood
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION Responsible Wood* are pioneers in the development of certification standards for wood and wood products sourced from sustainably managed forests in Australia. RW standards provide guidance and accountability for forest managers, manufacturers and...
Furntech AFRDI
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION The Australasian Furnishing Research and Development Institute – Furntech-AFRDI is the independent not-for-profit technical organisation providing standards, testing, product certification and research for buyers and sellers of furniture. AFA...
Education and Training Partners
Holmesglen Institute Of TAFE
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION 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...
Mazenod College – Victoria
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION Mazenod College is one of Victoria's leading Catholic Colleges based in the South Eastern suburbs. We strive to live the values of the Oblates of Mary Immaculate and emphasise social awareness and compassion for those left out and a desire for a...
TAFE Queensland SkillsTech
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION TAFE Queensland SkillsTech is Queensland's leading specialist provider of trade and technical training in automotive, building & construction, electrical, refrigeration and air-conditioning, water, rail, plumbing, gas, CAD/drafting, welding...
South Regional TAFE
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION South Regional TAFE deliver an amazing range of courses in the trades, business, arts, agriculture and social services. South Regional TAFE delivers high-quality, accredited vocational education and training that is flexible enough to meet your...
Murray Mallee Training Company Ltd
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION Murray Mallee Training Company Ltd (MMTC Ltd) is an innovative Group Training Company that plays a vital role in servicing industry and community needs through its wide range of employment and training services and programs. It has seven fixed...
Melbourne Polytechnic
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION Melbourne Polytechnic has been delivering practical and professional education to the northern suburbs of Melbourne for over 100 years from trade beginnings as Collingwood Tech through to NMIT. Their history reflects the rise of vocational...
Community Partners
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC)
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is an independent Commonwealth statutory authority. They are Australia's competition and consumer regulator and, promote competition and fair trading, and regulate national infrastructure...
Furniture Complaints Australia
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION This is Australia’s first dedicated complaints handling service for consumer problems related to unsafe, faulty or not fit-for-purpose furnishing products. If you are dissatisfied with the retailer or supplier's response to your claim or if there...