Businesses that manufacture in Australia

Wood

  • Selleys

    Manufacturer of adhesives, sealants, fillers, and paint preparation products.

  • Koppers

    Manufacturer of carbon materials, chemicals, and treated wood products.

  • BASF Australia

    Manufacturer of chemicals, plastics, performance products, and crop protection solutions.

  • Tasmanian Timber

    Producer of speciality Tasmanian timber products for furniture, joinery, and architectural applications.

  • Porta Timber

    Manufacturer of specialty timber mouldings, architectural features, and decorative timber products.

  • Timberzoo

    Producer of sustainably sourced timber products, specializing in hardwood furniture and cabinetry components.

  • Australian Sustainable Hardwoods

    Manufacturer of Victorian hardwood timber products including flooring, stair components, and furniture timber.

  • Britton Timbers

    Processes and manufactures Tasmanian timber products, specializing in furniture grade timber and architectural elements.

  • Hurford Wholesale

    Manufacturer of premium timber flooring, decking, and architectural timber products.

  • Big River Group

    Manufacturer of formply, plywood, and engineered flooring products for construction and building industries.

  • Mortlock Timber

    Specialist manufacturer of timber cladding, decking, and architectural timber elements.

  • Wespine Industries

    Major manufacturer of pine timber products for structural applications and construction.

  • Alpine MDF Industries

    Manufacturer of medium density fiberboard (MDF) for furniture, cabinetry, and building applications.

  • Austral Plywoods

    Manufacturer of premium grade plywood products made from Australian hardwoods.

  • Hazelwood & Hill

    Boutique manufacturer of premium timber furniture and joinery components.

  • Mathews Timber

    Specialist manufacturer of custom timber products, flooring, and architectural elements.

  • Tasmanian Special Timbers

    Producer of rare and specialty Tasmanian timber products for fine furniture and craft.

  • Laminex Australia

    About Laminex Australia

    Laminex is Australia’s pioneering decorative surfaces manufacturer, with a rich heritage dating back to 1934 when founder Bob Sykes began creating laminates in a modest workshop in suburban Melbourne. Over nine decades, Laminex has grown from those humble beginnings to become Australia’s leading supplier of decorative surfaces and building products.

    Products & Solutions

    Laminex manufactures a comprehensive range of decorative and functional surfaces for residential and commercial projects:

    • High Pressure Laminates — Decorative surfaces for benchtops, cabinetry, and furniture
    • Compact Laminate — Solid core panels for high-impact applications
    • Particleboard & MDF — Engineered wood substrates in various finishes
    • AbsoluteMatte — Premium matte finish surfaces
    • Essastone — Engineered stone benchtops
    • Wall Panelling — Decorative wall solutions
    • Acrylic Surfaces — High-gloss contemporary finishes

    Australian Manufacturing

    Laminex operates manufacturing facilities across Australia, producing products specifically designed for the Australian market. Their products are widely used by builders, designers, architects, and DIY renovators throughout the country.

    Design Leadership

    As a design-led company, Laminex regularly releases new colour collections and finishes that reflect current interior design trends. Their colour palette ranges from timeless neutrals to bold contemporary hues, with textures that replicate natural timber, stone, and fabric.

    Key Facts

    • Founded: 1934 by Bob Sykes
    • Headquarters: Melbourne, Victoria
    • Heritage: 90+ years of Australian manufacturing
    • Products: Laminates, engineered wood, stone surfaces
    • Website: laminex.com.au
  • Gason

    Manufactures tillage equipment and air seeders for broadacre cropping in Australia

  • Galserv

    Manufacturer of security screen products for residential and commercial applications.

  • Stoddart

    Stoddart is one of Australia’s leading stainless steel fabrication specialists, with over 65 years of manufacturing excellence. Australian-owned since 1959, Stoddart provides commercial food service equipment, metal fabrication, and architectural products to major industries across Australia.

    Products and Services

    • Commercial Kitchen Equipment – Stainless steel benches, sinks, and custom fabrication
    • Food Service Equipment – Refrigeration, cooking, and storage solutions
    • Metal Fabrication – Custom stainless steel and metal manufacturing
    • Architectural Products – Building industry metal solutions
    • Service and Maintenance – Emergency repairs and routine maintenance

    Certifications

    • AS/NZS ISO 9001:2016 – Quality Management System
    • AS/NZS ISO 45001:2018 – OHS Management System
    • AS/NZS ISO 14001:2016 – Environmental Management System

    Company Details

    • Founded: 1959
    • Ownership: Australian-owned
    • Service Network: Australia-wide
    • Website: stoddart.com.au
    • Industry: Stainless Steel Fabrication, Food Service Equipment
  • Tasmanian Timber

    Produces specialty timbers and wood products from sustainably managed Tasmanian forests.

  • Alpine MDF

    Manufactures medium density fiberboard (MDF) for furniture, cabinetry, and construction applications.

  • Australian Sustainable Hardwoods

    Manufactures Victorian hardwood timber products including flooring, furniture components, and stair components.

  • Porta Timber

    Specializes in decorative timber products, mouldings, and architectural timber solutions.

  • Timberlink Australia

    Produces structural timber products from plantation pine for residential and commercial construction.

  • Wespine Industries

    Softwood timber processor manufacturing structural pine and other timber products.

  • Big River Group

    Manufactures plywood, formwork, and timber flooring products for construction and architectural applications.

  • Opal Australian Paper

    Major manufacturer of various paper products including packaging materials, office papers, and industrial papers.