Posts by Drew Mackinnon

All About our Hardwoods Our timber and street furniture range is manufactured from sustainably sourced Australian hardwoods. Hardwoods are generated from angiosperms (trees that produce enclosed seeds), usually broad leaved and flowering. Hardwoods are generally more durable, with any treatments used extending the durability of the wood. As a material hardwoods are reasonably dense which…

Importance of Crowd Support in Sports Events From amateur to professional levels, having spectator support at sports games and events impacts both performance and enjoyment. With crowds returning back to venues and matches, it’s pertinent to look at the effect that ongoing support can have on players. From helping to score the penalty shot, make…

Get recycling ready for National Recycling Week National Recycling Week runs from the 8th to 14th of November every year. This year it is celebrating its 25th anniversary a timely reminder of the importance of recycling and reducing waste. The average person in Australia generates 540kg of household waste per year, showing we all need…

Outdoor picnic tables – all you need to know Outdoor picnics in the backyard, local park or beach or camping ground are at the heart of every Aussie’s weekend or holiday gathering. The best modern outdoor picnic tables are durable, safe, low maintenance and able to withstand exposure to Australia’s tough weather conditions. Let’s take…

5 factors to consider when choosing street furniture Street furniture litters our landscapes providing character, aesthetics and convenience to place. What factors come into play when deciding the optimal street furniture? What is street furniture?Street furniture constitutes an array of outdoor furniture which give function, order, colour and personality to urban landscapes across villages, towns…

What makes a great school bag rack? With the influx of students for a new school year it is often apparent that certain areas of the school would benefit from more organisational space. This could be items such as hooks, shelves and bag racks. If you are thinking about investing in bag racks, consider what…

Top tips for improving waste disposal and recycling in Australia Among Australians one thing we can all agree on is the need for a clean environment, whether that be at work, school or national parks. One clear and easy way to do this is to have three designated waste disposal units due to the majority…

Bike racks and Bike stands: What makes a good bike rack or stand? Bike racks play a vital role in encouraging bike riding to school or to venues such as the train station or work place. Bike riders face the same issues as car drivers, if there is poor or insufficient parking for their vehicle…

Benefits of Bus Shelters Whether travelling to school, the office, a hospital, railway station, the town centre, sportsground or shopping mall, adding a bus shelter to provide protection and a place to wait offers many benefits. What are some important fundamentals to consider to maximise the benefits of adding a bus shelter? When should you…