The ACFA 2024 Industry Awards Night was a spectacular celebration of the incredible talent and achievements within our industry. Held at the stunning Doltone House Hyde Park, a new venue for this year’s event, it was an evening filled with excitement, inspiration, and well-deserved recognition for those who continue to push the boundaries of excellence in the cabinetmaking, furniture, and design sectors.

From the moment guests arrived, there was a buzz in the air, and the positive energy carried throughout the night. The venue’s beautiful setting provided the perfect backdrop for an evening that honoured the best in the industry. The feedback from attendees was overwhelmingly positive, with many praising not only the fantastic entertainment and delicious food but also the smooth organisation of the event. The magician and entertainment acts were crowd favourites, with many attendees mentioning how much they enjoyed the fun and lively atmosphere.

We received heartfelt comments like, “The vibe and energy have been lovely, great event!” and “The food and service were amazing!” These glowing remarks only confirm what we already knew – it was truly a night to remember. With such high satisfaction from our attendees, it’s clear that the ACFA Awards Night continues to be one of the most anticipated events on the industry calendar.

Of course, the night would not have been the same without our extraordinary nominees and winners. Their contributions and outstanding projects were the highlight of the evening, and we were thrilled to celebrate their successes with them.

Each nomination represented dedication, creativity, and innovation – values that continue to drive our industry forward. We congratulate all the nominees and winners for their achievements and thank them for helping make the night such a memorable occasion.

As we look ahead to next year, we’re already excited about the incredible projects and talent we’ll have the privilege of celebrating. The bar has been set high, and we know that the talent in this industry will continue to rise to the challenge.

We look forward to seeing even more inspiring nominations and projects at the ACFA Awards next year, as we continue to recognise the very best our industry has to offer. Here’s to another amazing year of innovation, craftsmanship, and achievement!

ACFA invites members to join us for an informative and engaging webinar on the OHS Essentials Program presented by WorkSafe Victoria. This free program is designed to help small and medium-sized businesses understand and manage their occupational health and safety (OHS) obligations.

Why Attend?

Learn how this free program facilitates an independent safety consultant to visit your business and provide personalised safety advice for your business!

The program includes developing:
• A clear prioritised list of health and safety risks in your business with available controls and actions identified
• An achievable safety action plan supported by visits from a safety consultant to your business

Whether you’re new to OHS or looking to enhance your existing safety practices, this webinar is a fantastic opportunity to gain essential knowledge and support. Don’t miss out on this chance to make your workplace safer and more compliant with OHS regulations with this Free Program.

FREE SafeWork NSW Online Workshop – 17th July 2024

SafeWork NSW is continuing to offer free online workshops designed for construction site supervisors to further develop their understanding of their obligations for managing work health and safety (WHS) at the worksite. The workshop also helps supervisors recognise and manage the major harms associated with the building and construction industry

This workshop will develop your skills so that you:

• understand which products contain Crystalline silica in the workplace
• understand how crystalline silica can harm workers
• understand how to protect yourself and workers from exposure to Crystalline silica
• understand the health monitoring and notification requirements

This workshop is designed for anyone who:

• is employed as a construction site supervisor, manager, foreman, etc
• formally or informally supervises less experienced workers

Construction Site Supervisors have critical responsibilities and duties for health and safety on a construction or building site. This virtual workshop is designed for you to learn from our experienced team of Safety Inspectors. Let’s make safety easy.

Participation in these workshops may contribute to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) subject to criteria set by Fair Trading NSW.

Please email us at construction@safework.nsw.gov.au if you have any questions or would like further information.

We look forward to seeing you at one of the workshops.

Australian Cabinet and Furniture Association (ACFA) to Showcase at the Inaugural Kitchen + Bath Show, Sydney 2024

The Australian Cabinet and Furniture Association (ACFA) is excited to announce our partnership with the inaugural Kitchen + Bath Show, set to take place from 13th to 15th June 2024, in Sydney.

The Kitchen + Bath Show will be hosted alongside the esteemed ArchiBuild Expo and Design Show Australia, creating a powerhouse trio of events that promises to offer a diverse range and opportunity for industry professionals. The synergy of these co-located events will bring together a vast network of manufacturers, distributors, retailers, cabinet makers, joiners, designers, architects, fit-out specialists, and building professionals.

This event emerges from the evolution of the Kitchen + Bath Zone at Design Show Australia, now expanded into a dedicated showcase tailored to the expanding industry of kitchen, bathroom, laundry, and home storage in Australia.

The co-location of these events offers an immense value proposition, facilitating networking opportunities, knowledge sharing, and access to the latest trends and innovations in interior design, architectural building products, and systems.

Attendees visiting the ACFA stand can look forward to engaging discussions, networking opportunities, and and discover how members have access to a wealth of knowledge and resources tailored to the unique needs of the cabinetmaking and joinery industries.

Featuring a diverse range of products – from appliances to tapware to components and fittings and everything in between, Kitchen + Bath offers a unique environment to learn, network and explore the latest trends and new products that push the boundaries of design, technology and innovation.

The ACFA Team will be on hand to offer advice, share industry updates, and discuss membership benefits that can help businesses navigate the complexities of the cabinetmaking and furniture industry.