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Kresta stands down workers, sh...

ASX-listed blind retailer Kresta Holdings Limited has stood down part of its workforce as it grapples with the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.
The company, who has booked losses of $30 million over the past two years, announced... READ MORE

Window Furnishings Australia l...

Window Furnishings Australia magazine has launched a brand new website to allow its content to reach an even bigger audience.
Launched in April, the new website (www.wfaus.com.au) will allow for more industry content and news... READ MORE

New curtain + blind fabrics fr...

Wilson Fabrics is set to launch a range of drapery and blind fabrics while also revamping its core range with new palettes in line with current and forward trends.
“Coming off a three and a half year hiatus, we’re excited to be launching a... READ MORE

Coulisse achieves Trevira CS C...

Coulisse has been awarded the status of Trevira CS Club Gold Member for the year 2020.
With the gold membership, Trevira, supplier of inherent flame retardant fibres and yarns, acknowledges Coulisse’s... READ MORE

Community engagement a win-win...

Being involved in the local community on the Sunshine Coast is just part of being a local business for Queensland regional blind manufacturer Harlequin Blinds and Security.
Harlequin Blinds and Security owners Marilyn and Julian Black are committed supporters of local charity... READ MORE

R+T Asia 2020 postponed due to...

VNU Exhibitions Asia and Landesmesse Stuttgart, the organisers of R+T Asia, have confirmed that the Asian trade fair for sun protection systems and doors/gates will now take place June 28 to 30 to protect the health and safety of exhibitors and visitors from the recent outbreak of the coronavirus in China.
The new date is also accompanied by a new location: the National Exhibition and Convention... READ MORE

Report: NCC changes “impract...

A report commissioned by the Blind Manufacturers Association of Australia (BMAA) has found that a clause inserted into the National Construction Code (NCC) promulgated by the Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) in 2018, and incorporated into the new May 2019 update, is unworkable and should be changed.
The report prepared by Benjamin Hughes-Brown of Ignis labs stated that the clause in the... READ MORE

Flying Pig boosts manufacturin...

Sampling specialist Flying Pig Projects, along with Flying Pig Graphics, has relocated and expanded in response to growing industry demand.
The company has now moved into bigger, state-of-the-art premises, tripling its manufacturing footprint, confirms Managing... READ MORE

Reskinning: new life for awnings

Dickson is promoting the benefits of “reskinning” as an economical and effective way to give awnings and properties a new lease of life.
“Changing the awning fabric is an easy and effective way to boost exteriors, protect a... READ MORE

New Ricky blockout triumphs in...

Ricky Richards has released an innovative “true” block out mesh designed for external blinds and awnings.
Ricky Richards has released an innovative “true” block out mesh designed for external blinds and... READ MORE
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