AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoRetail & Homewares Expansion: Kmart is opening its first dedicated homewares store, “K Home,” in Melbourne (Box Hill South) on June 18, with a showroom-style layout and big-ticket Anko furniture, storage and decor. Furniture Industry Demand: March residential furniture orders rose 1% from February but still fell short of last year, signaling a cautious market. Moving & Furniture Logistics: Removalists.co.nz says Auckland-to-Wellington relocations remain strong, with more customers seeking affordable, reliable furniture movers for long-distance moves. Safety & Cargo: “Secure Your Load Day” spotlights how loose furniture and other items can fall from trucks and cause crashes, urging tie-downs, straps and tarps. Local Community Reuse: Duluth’s Unitarian Universalist congregation is running its annual rummage sale, including furniture, with proceeds supporting church programs. Fire Impact on Furniture Businesses: A Jacksonville Furniture Plus fire left the building a total loss and displaced employees to a High Point location. Furniture & Craft Inspiration: Susie Watson Design highlights a family-led approach to handcrafted furniture and interiors built for everyday life.
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