About

Being the leading association for the industry, our membership comprises a diverse range of businesses from sole traders to dynamic small family businesses and right through to large manufacturers, suppliers, and experienced industry consultants.

What we do

ACFA provides practical support, representation and opportunities that help members operate successfully and contribute to a capable, professional and sustainable industry.

Our work includes:

• industry-specific workplace relations and work health and safety advice
• practical business resources and member support
• nationally recognised apprenticeship and workplace-based training
• technical information and professional development
• representation and advocacy at all levels of government
• industry events, conferences and networking opportunities
• awards celebrating excellence in design, manufacturing and craftsmanship
• connections between designers, manufacturers, suppliers and other industry professionals.

Our expertise

Run BY industry FOR industry, we understand the challenges of staying competitive and maintaining professionalism in this industry. Our proficiency is ingrained in:

1. Providing readily available guidance, assistance and coaching across the complex areas of workplace relations and health and safety.
2. A leading private provider of workplace-based training for Cabinet Making as a registered training organisation for over 28 years.
3. As dedicated industry advocates, our mission is to champion the interests of the cabinetmaking sector through effective lobbying efforts and policy advocacy.
4. Hosting National Industry Conferences and local industry events with a desire to upskill, inform and inspire attendees and bring together the industry to bring greater connections across all sectors of the industry.
5. Hosting National Industry Award Programs with a focus on promoting and celebrating the accomplishments within our industry and the teams responsible for these projects.

Our Commitment to the Industry

ACFA x KBDi supports the Cabinet, Furniture and Design Industry, offering unparalleled access to unlimited industry-specific workplace advice and resources, empowering you with the knowledge and tools to propel your business towards excellence.

Together, ACFA and KBDi provide members with broader industry representation, workplace and technical support, professional development, events, awards and opportunities to connect across the design and manufacturing sectors

As a provider of Nationally Recognised Qualifications, ACFA also supports employers and their apprentices with one-on-one flexible onsite training and personalised guidance to achieve their trade certification (RTO: 90432).

Our mandate

SUPPORT and services to our members

Membership offers you access to a wide array of industry resources, including tailored workplace relations templates, checklists, policies and a personal HR advisory service with no limits on the number of calls you can make.

PROTECT the interests of our members

As you focus on managing your business, we serve as your dedicated HR partner. We support businesses as an integral part of your team, providing you with expert guidance and workplace advice to help you succeed in your business.

PROMOTE our members and our industry

Be a part of the community with a rich history of more than 75 years, dedicated to acknowledging and celebrating our members and their achievements within the industry and the greater public.

A national voice for our industry

ACFA x KBDi represents the industry on matters affecting members and their businesses, including workplace relations, skills and training, licensing, building regulation, insurance, Australian Standards, manufacturing policy and the compliance of imported products.

By bringing together design, manufacturing and supply, we can provide government and industry stakeholders with a clearer understanding of how decisions affect the full industry supply chain.

Who we support:

Our members include:

• cabinetmakers, joiners and furniture manufacturers
• kitchen and bathroom designers
• interior designers and design professionals
• installers and other specialist trades
• suppliers of machinery, materials, hardware, software and industry services
• sole traders and small family businesses
• larger manufacturers, retailers and industry organisations
• apprentices, students and emerging industry professionals.

ACFA x KBDi are members of

• Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI)
• NSW Furniture Design & Manufacturing STAC (Forestworks)
• Australian Standards Review Committee Member
• Members of Associations Forum
• Employer Shareholder First Super
• Member of Australian Institute of Company Directors
• Member of Forestworks (Industry Skills Council)
• Innovation & Business Skills Australia (IBSA)
• Members of AFRDI
• Members of Australasian Society of Association Executives
• Program of Wood Naturally Better
• Member Business Australia
• Skills Insight
• Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia (ITECA)