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The Australian Window Association is made up of over 450 window manufacturers and industry suppliers throughout Australia. Members of the association have products tested to Australian Standard AS2047. You can be confident that products are made to withstand Australian conditions when purchasing from an AWA member. Don't risk costly replacement of non compliant products that are not suited to Australian conditions. This website contains important information on the right selection of windows for your building.
AWA National Conference & Exhibition 2010
Join us at the AWA National Conference & Exhibition at the Sheraton Mirage Resort on the Gold Coast 13th-15th September 2010.
• Business and breakout sessions that impact on your business
• The very latest in window specific displays and innovations
• At the end of each day relax at the Welcome Reception, Dinner by the Pool and the AWA Annual Dinner
• AWA Design Award presentations
• An opportunity to catch up with friends and meet new colleagues
For more information visit the Conference Page
Conference Registration closes 31st August
AWA Design Awards 2010
The AWA Design Awards recognise the efforts of manufacturers and suppliers to the fenestration industry that excel in the production and promotion of windows and doors through exciting innovation.
The AWA look forward to receiving submissions for 2010. Download the Applications for more information and submission forms.
Latest News
- Meetings & Events
AWA present to Architects in Tasmania at CPD Events - Gary Smith from AWA will be talking about the development of better performing products in areas of structural strength, energy performance, aesthetics, sustainability, bush fire resistance and other requirements of BCA.
Lauceston
Date: Thursday, 29 July 2010
Time: 12.30 - 2.30 pm
Venue: Home Ideas Centre, 262 York Street, Lauceston
Hobart
Date: Friday, 30 July 2010
Time: 12.30 - 2.30 pm
Venue: Australian Institute Of Architects Tasmania Chapter, 1 /19a Hunter Street, HobartJuly
Tue 27th Standards & Regulation - TAS Thu 29th
AWA Present @ CDC Events - Lauceston TAS
Fri 30th
AWA Present @ CDC Events - Hobart TAS
AugustTue 31st
AWA Conference Registrations Close
SeptemberMon 13th-Wed 15th
AWA National Conference & Exhibition
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- IMPORTANT - Premises Standards Awareness Seminars 2010
For those with an interest in the AS 1428 Standard - Premises Standards Awareness Seminars 2010 - The Australian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) and the ABCB will collaborate to deliver half-day seminars throughout August and September 2010, on the Disability (Access to Premises - Buildings) Standards (Premises Standards) ...
more » - Noticeboard
Building Code of Australia 2010 - Key Changes - The Building Code of Australia (BCA) sets national standards to ensure building works maintain safety, amenity and sustainability for urrent and future communities. It contains technical requirements for the design and construction of buildings and other structures and covers matters such as structural soundness, fire resistance, access, services, energy efficiency and provisions for health and safety ...
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- Member News
A Guide to Windows & Doors in Bushfire Prone Areas - Updated V3- There have been updates to this guide and a Version 3 has been released. Whilst there are no amendments that directly affect windows and doors the AWA is happy to respond to any proposed amendments that are submitted by its members ...more »
- Media Releases
Home Warranty Insurance Update - The NSW Government has today announced further details on the home owners warranty insurance arrangements to commence across NSW on 1 July 2010. HIA have released a statement that contains these details...more »
- NSW Taskforce Update Issue 28
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