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As Australia works its way through the Covid-19 crisis, the window furnishings retail sector continues to respond to dramatic change with new strategies and approaches, as well as some tried and tested methods. WFA reports.

As summer approaches, bushfire season is never far from end-users’ minds. Here, two suppliers share their innovations and market insights.

In our annual Australian-made round up, WFA spoke to some of the country's leading local manufacturers about what 2021 has looked like and the challenges they face as we move into 2022. James Boston reports.

In any Australian summer, the focus on sunscreens is likely to spike, thanks to myriad benefits including heat reduction and visibility. Now, as homes evolve into work places, their ability to support multifunctional spaces is also key. WFA reports.

As pandemic restrictions ease and summer approaches, new releases and solid demand in roller systems and componentry demonstrate ongoing interest in the category. WFA reports.

WFA talks to two key exterior shutter suppliers about the current market and how their product is responding to growth of the alfresco living trend.

Privacy and protection, along with design aesthetic and durability backed by service are some of the key features emerging in the external blinds category. WFA spoke to key wholesalers about their offerings.

Companies across the window furnishings industry are continuing to show a commitment to not only improving environmental outcomes through their product ranges, but also the sustainability of their processes.

Adjustable louvre systems are a growing market as customers become more aware of their solar control benefits as well as their architectural properties.

POS and Production Software packages are designed to deal with a host of current business challenges, from home working to online consultations. WFA reports.