KBDi 2025 Events
If you're setting goals for a new year filled with professional and business growth, KBDi has a few date savers for you to add to your 2025 calendar.
ACFA 2025 Industry Conference
The ACFA 2025 Industry Conference is your chance to discover innovative practices and learn from the leaders shaping the future of our industry.
Hettich at DesignFest 2024
Hettich was proud to take part in DesignFest 2024, the annual event that explores the latest innovations and connects with industry leaders.
Connect magazine – issue 1 out now!
ACFA is proud to announce that the launch issue of Connect magazine is now available to read online and will be landing in subscriber's mailboxes this week!
Tackling Waste Management with Hettich: Helping your clients reuse and recycle
Tackling Waste Management with Hettich: Helping your clients reuse and recycle to reduce environmental impact and promote sustainable living.
Exciting Launch of ACFA’s New Connect Magazine – Subscribe Today!
ACFA is thrilled to announce the launch of Connect Magazine, your go-to resource for the latest news, trends, and insights.
The Nover Story
Nover is one of Australia’s largest family-owned and operated businesses supplying the cabinet making and joinery industries.
Austaron Surfaces’ The Residential Edit
Austaron Surfaces’ The Residential Edit brochure is now available in an aesthetic 62-page flip-book, packed full of ideas and inspirations.
Discover residential inspiration and practical solutions with Hettich in the Home
Hettich in the Home showcases the seamless integration of Hettich products into everyday living spaces
QLD, SA and NSW KBDi Chapter Events
Look out QLD, SA and NSW - the next round of KBDi Chapter Events are heading your way!
ACFA 2024 Industry Awards finalists announced
Congratulations to all of the finalists for this year's ACFA Industry Awards! The judges were impressed by the diverse and innovative projects submitted by...
An Inside Look at the Hettich display at Design Show Australia
Hettich’s innovative exhibit was on display at Design Show Australia and captivated hundreds of visitors, including designers, cabinetmakers, and consumers.
KBDi Conference 2024
The 2024 KBDi Conference and Design Awards is on in Melbourne in August and is a great opportunity to bring the design community together.
How Ayrmont ARMS CRM is different
The Arymont ARMS CRM delivers streamlined solutions for kitchen and bathroom renovators with a significant difference that sets it apart.
KBDi June 2024 Chapter Events
June is shaping up to be another great month for KBDi members with Chapter Events taking place in WA, NSW, QLD and VIC.
Experience the luxury of Hettich products at Design Show Australia
Join Hettich at the pinnacle of interior design innovation, Design Show Australia, from 13th to 15th June 2024. Set within the iconic International Convention...
Great Reasons to Enter the 2024 ACFA Industry Awards
Nominations for the 2024 ACFA Industry Awards are now open! Make the most of the Early Bird entries, which close at the end of May!
A day with Elica
Our AIDT group was invited to spend the day with Elica at its showroom and factory in Fabriano, Italy together with a fabulous dinner the night before.
A day in Brera with The Mentors of Design
As part of AIDT's tour to iSalone, we took a guided tour through the Brera Design District with Michele and Leonardo from The Mentors of Design.
A day with Gollinucci
Our AIDT attendees spent a day with Gollinucci, courtesy Lincoln Sentry, at the factory and showroom located in beautiful Cesena.
A day with Pedini
Our AIDT group was fortunate to spend the day with tour sponsor Pedini at its facilities in the very pretty coastal city of Lucrezia.
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ACFA Updates: News Offers and 2024 Industry Awards
There’s never been a better time to be an ACFA member! Read on for exciting offers exclusive to ACFA members.
ACFA launches new website
The ACFA team has been working hard behind the scenes to upgrade its website and is excited to showcase it to the industry.
KBDi Trade Expo 2024
Following the success of the KBDi Victorian Trade Expo last year, there is another one planned for Sydney on 21st March 2024.
The 62nd edition of Salone del Mobile.Milano
The 62nd edition of Salone del Mobile.Milano will take place at Rho Fiera Milano from 16th to 21st April with a bold, new approach to industry trade fairs.
Nover celebrates 70 years!
The Nover story: where it all began… celebrate an amazing 70 years of service and find out how the company started and how it evolved.
KBDi Chapter events – Vic, Qld & NSW
Heads up Vic, Qld and NSW! Check out the details of upcoming KBDi Chapter Events coming soon to a venue near you!
New hearing test requirements
Thanks to our friends at ACFA for this very important reminder about SafeWork NSW's requirements for audiometric testing from 1st Jan 2024.
TKBB Summer Series – Best of the Rest
Welcome to the TKBB Summer Series – here are all our other popular stories from this year to wrap up our Summer Series.
Workplace Advice from ACFA – Positive Duty Reminder
Workplace Advice from ACFA - Positive Duty Reminder: covering sexual harassment, sex-based harassment or victimisation in the workplace.
Keys to Build-to-Rent Success: Insights from Hettich’s Latest Whitepaper
In collaboration with Architecture & Design, Hettich is unveiling a groundbreaking whitepaper elucidating the core principles of the Build-to-Rent sector.
Hettich publishes new Sustainability Report 2023
Hettich is proud to present the new Sustainability Report for 2023, offering valuable insights into its sustainability strategy.
KBDi November Chapter events
Heads up designers! The final round of KBDi Chapter events for 2023 is coming your way - check out all the dates and venues here!
AIDT 2024 itinerary in detail
Rooms on the AIDT trip are selling quickly - as of today we have 8 double/twin and 3 single rooms left.
KBDi Chapter Events – October
Queensland, Western Australia and Victoria - look out! Here are the details of the chapter events heading your way in October!
Meet ACFA’s new Business Development Manager/Trainer and Assessor for Victoria
ACFA is happy to announce that it has a new Business Development Manager/Trainer and Assessor for Victoria, Daniel Zambello.
KBDi Chapter events – SA & NSW
Look out SA & NSW! The next round of KBDi Chapter events are heading your way in September. Here are all the details!
Introducing the new Design with Hettich website
Hettich Australia is excited to announce the launch of its brand new website, Design with Hettich - a cutting-edge digital platform.
Nover: Star Partner Queenstown 2023
Last week Nover held its Star Partner Event in Queenstown, New Zealand and it was an incredible success!
Professional Indemnity & Public Liability Insurance: Exclusive to KBDi Members
Professional Indemnity (PI) insurance is essential for those who offer design advice as part of their service.
Hettich at ArchifyLive QLD
Hettich Australia had the privilege of participating in the highly anticipated ArchifyLive events held in Brisbane, Cairns, and Townsville.
KBDi Conference + Designer Awards Gala
This year’s KBDi Conference + Designer Awards Gala will be held at the Howard Smith Wharves in Brisbane.
AIDT 2024 Tour NOW OPEN
You are invited to join the AIDT 2024 tour to iSalone as the city comes alive for Milan Design Week, plus visits to sponsor facilities.
Introducing Gollinucci & Lincoln Sentry – AIDT 2024 sponsors
Introducing AIDT 2024 sponsor Gollinucci - attendees on the tour will visit Gollinucci’s headquarters, courtesy Lincoln Sentry.
Introducing Pedini – AIDT 2024 sponsor
Introducing AIDT 2024 sponsor Pedini. This luxury Italian brand produces world-class kitchens and cabinetry for the home
KBDi June Chapter Events
Look out Victoria, SA, WA, NSW & Queensland - the June KBDi chapter events are coming to a venue near you! Here are all the details.
FREE* RPL Qualification with ACFA in NSW
ACFA is offering FREE* RPL Qualification (Recognised Prior Learning) in MSF31113 Cert III in Cabinet Making under the NSW Subsidised Trade Pathways for Experienced Workers Program.
“LIGHT UP your creativity” with Domus Line at INTERZUM 2023
“LIGHT UP your creativity" is Domus Line’s claim for INTERZUM 2023, with a package of innovations that aims to stimulate creativity and imagination
KBDi Chapter Events – SA, Qld & Vic
Look out SA, Qld & Vic - the next round of KBDi chapter events is headed your way. Here are all the details.
KBDi Chapter Events – WA & NSW
Heads up WA and NSW - the next round of KBDi chapter events is heading your way. Here are all the details!
AWISA announces ACFA as new managers for the AWISA exhibition
ACFA has been chosen by the AWISA Board to manage the AWISA Exhibition, starting with the 2024 AWISA Show to be held next July.
ACFA March 2023 Industry Connect Event – CoINVEST, Networking and Hafele...
The upcoming March ACFA Industry Connect Event featuring CoInvest, HR updates, a walk around the Häfele showroom and networking with peers is not one you will want to miss!
KBDi WA & NSW March 2023 Chapter Events
Look out Western Australia and New South Wales – you won’t want to miss these upcoming KBDi Chapter Events in March!
KBDi SA & Qld March 2023 Chapter Events
Heads up South Australia and Queensland – you won’t want to miss these upcoming KBDi Chapter Events!
Can you use ChatGPT for your business?
By now you’ve probably all heard about ChatGPT – the automated system that can produce copy on practically any subject.
KBDi February Victoria Chapter Event
KBDi is very excited to be hosting its first event of the year in Caesarstone’s stunning Heatherton showroom.
Hettich’s captivating showroom experience
Hettich has unveiled its all-new showroom in the heart of South Melbourne - a harmonious mix of world-class quality brands coming together in a space that brings Hettich products to life.
ACFA Training continues to benefit More Apprentices in NSW
ACFA continues to educate Cabinet and Furniture Making Apprentices across NSW with its Workplace-Based Training Model.
Nover at Design Show Australia
Nover showcased its products at the recent Design Show Australia, held in Sydney on 20-22 October 2022.
SA, QLD, WA and VIC November KBDi Chapter Events
South Australia, Queensland, Western Australia and Victoria – you won’t want to miss these exciting KBDi events coming up in November!
2022 ACFA Industry Conference
The ACFA 2022 Industry Conference is on THIS WEEK. Friday 21st October will see the industry join together in Melbourne for a wonderful day of speaker sessions.
KBDi October VIC, QLD, NSW and WA Chapter Events
Victoria, Queensland, New South Wales and Western Australia – you won’t want to miss these exciting events coming up in October!
Connecting business functions for success
One of the major causes of lack of productivity in any business is a disconnection between the numerous applications and programs used
ACFA introduces 2022 Industry Conference Speaker Line-up
With five interactive sessions at the ACFA 2022 Industry Conference, there is going to be something for you to take back and help your business succeed.
South Australia September KBDi Chapter Event
Western Australia and South Australia - you won’t want to miss these exciting KBDi Chapter Events happening in September!
5 critical mistakes ruining your renovation business
In the renovation “real world”, we know of the hidden dangers that can undermine your business success and we understand the value of design in creating solutions to customer’s problems
ACFA Conference to help plan for success
The ACFA 2022 Industry Conference is taking place in Melbourne at the Crowne Plaza, on Friday the 21st of October 2022.
Ayrmont Reporting & Resource Management
This month we take a closer look at two specific functions of the Ayrmont ARMS CRM and showcase how vital these systems are
Project Scheduling with Ayrmont
The Ayrmont Technologies’ ARMS CRM provides a wealth of support tools to ensure efficient business process automation including Project Scheduling.
NSW and WA June KBDi Chapter Events
New South Wales and Western Australia – you won’t want to miss these exciting KBDi Chapter Events happening in June!
VIC, QLD and SA KBDi June Chapter events
Victoria, Queensland and South Australia – you won’t want to miss these exciting KBDi Chapter Events happening in June!
Digital Automation to simplify your business
Introducing the Ayrmont Technologies’ ARMS CRM – an industry-specific solution for renovators, built and customised specifically for your business.
KBDi Designer Awards 2022
KDBi is excited to announce the opening of the KBDi Designer Awards 2022! KDBi has introduced exciting changes to this year’s program, and encourages members to check out the 2022 Entry Guidelines.
KBDi May Chapter Events
Victoria, South Australia and Queensland – you won’t want to miss these exciting KBDi Chapter Events happening in May!
KBDi NSW Chapter Event
You are invited to the KBDi NSW Chapter Event which will be held on Thursday, the 7th of April at 6pm at 69A Bourke Street, Alexandria.
KBDi Victoria Chapter Event
You are invited to the next KBDi Victoria chapter event which will be held on Thursday, 24th of March at 6:15pm at RCC Parkville.
KBDi February Video Conferences
KBDi has three exciting online video conferences lined up for February 2022 on the 8th, 15th and 22nd that you won’t want to miss.
KBDi October events
Gear up for these fantastic new KBDi face-to-face events being held in October in Adelaide, Brisbane and Perth.
Inside the NEW Hettich Showroom in Perth
Now open, the new Hettich Showroom is nestled among over 350 displays at Home Base, the largest building, renovating, landscaping, and decorating centre in Australia.
KBDi Design Symposium 2021 (cancelled)
The KBDi Design Symposium 2021 will be held Friday, 13 August 2021 from 8:45am to 9:00pm at the Shangri-La Hotel, 176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks.
New online workshop: Adding value to the sales transaction
Improve profit and amplify sales outcomes by adding value to the sales transaction. This workshop will arm you with all the tools you need!
KBDi Chapter events – May
May is looking fabulous with a range of face-to-face KBDi Chapter events to be held around the country. Here are all the details!
Staron Solid Surface at the Brisbane Build & Design Centre
View and research a range of Staron Solid Surface products at the newly-renovated Brisbane Build & Design Centre.
Improving the customer experience – online workshop
Redman Training and Development is excited to announce that its online workshop ‘Improving the Customer Experience’ is scheduled for 19th April 2021.
KBDi Chapter events – March
You're invited to the next round of in-person KBDi Chapter events being held in March in Victoria, New South Wales and Western Australia.
KBDi SA Breakfast Event
The KBDi South Australian chapter event is being held on Wednesday 03 March 2021 at 7:30am for an 8:00am start.
ASOFIA offers Certificate IV in Project Management Practice
ASOFIA is pleased to offer Certificate IV in Project Management Practice, a course that has been specifically contextualised for the Australian fitout industry.
AIDT 2020 Tour to iSalone, Eurocucina & Salone Bagno
AIDT, in conjuction with valued sponsors and industry partners is pleased to present its 2020 Tour to iSalone, Eurocucina & Salone Bagno.
Introducing Barazza
Australian International Design Tours is proud to be introducing Barazza as its second 2020 iSalone, Eurocucina and Salone Bagno tour sponsor.
Introducing Bisazza – AIDT 2020 tour sponsor
AIDT is proud to be introducing Bisazza as its first 2020 iSalone tour sponsor, who will welcome attendees to its Foundation located in Montecchio Maggiore.
ACFA Industry Connect Event Melbourne
Join the Australian Cabinet & Furniture Association (ACFA) for an Industry Connect Event, held in conjunction with partner Lincoln Sentry, in Melbourne.
KBDi 2019 Certified Designers Forum, Design Symposium and Gala
The KBDi 2019 Certified Designers Forum, Design Symposium and Gala will be held in Melbourne over the weekend of 2nd and 3rd August 2019.
KBDi Business Bootcamp Workshop – 29 May – Gold Coast
KBDi, together with training partner Redman Training & Development, will hold its next Business Bootcamp workshop on the Gold Coast on 29 May.
A day with Kaldewei
We left our hotel in Haslach and embarked on a day of travelling as we headed north to Münster to visit the home of Kaldewei in Ahlen.
A day with Duravit
Our day with Duravit dawned bright and sunny and we excitedly boarded the bus for the short journey to Hornberg and the home of the Duravit Design Centre.
Hansgrohe – Day 2
This morning we all awoke excited for our second day with tour sponsor Hansgrohe and the chance to learn more about the products and how they are designed and made.
AXOR Edge by Jean-Marie Massaud
13 years after the first collection produced by French designer Jean-Marie Massaud, this is the stunningly beautiful AXOR Edge, premiered at ISH 2019.
Hansgrohe – day 1
After saying goodbye to ISH and leaving Frankfurt, we arrived in the Black Forest ready to spend some time with tour sponsor Hansgrohe.
Viu ceramics and XViu furniture from Duravit
Unveiled at ISH last week is the new Viu ceramics and XViu furniture from Duravit which exudes the elegance of post-industrial design and precise geometry.
KBDi Chapter events – NSW, SA and Qld
We're starting 2019 with a bang with a range of KBDi Chapter events happening across the country. Here are the details of upcoming events in February and March for NSW, SA and Qld.
