The Fine Wood Work Association (WA) Inc. (FWWA) was founded at Karri Valley in Western Australia's South West in 1987 following a meeting of craftspeople interested in establishing an association which would encompass all forms of fine woodwork rather than a single aspect e.g. turning. Since 1992 the Association has been based in metropolitan Perth but has members in a number of rural and regional areas.

 

The Association operates independently, funding its activities through membership fees and proceeds from its annual Out of the Woods Competition and Exhibition.

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The Association warmly welcomes anyone with a passion for fine timber craftsmanship and a commitment to creating quality woodwork. Whether you're an experienced craftsperson or someone eager to develop your skills, all are invited to join and grow within our community.

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Our members are passionate about all facets of woodworking—from furniture making and box crafting to veneering, carving, turning, and beyond. Many explore multiple disciplines, and their expertise spans a wide spectrum: from seasoned professionals and award winners to enthusiastic beginners and weekend hobbyists.

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We conduct monthly practical meetings and demonstrations at various locations throughout the Perth metropolitan area and have recently established a storage facility at the Wandi community centre. Wandi is the location of a number of wood related interested groups and also has meeting, workshop and barbecue facilities.

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The objectives of the FWWA are:

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• To promote excellence in woodcraft by sharing skills and knowledge

• To promote awareness of Western Australian timber craft excellence, most importantly through the Out of the Woods Competition and Exhibition each year

• To act as an information database for members, professionals and the general public

• To act as a lobby group for the interests of the Western Australian wood craft industry

• To have links with other interest groups, associations and crafts people throughout Australia.

• For more information please contact the Secretary.

 

The Fine Wood Work Association usually meets on the second Monday of the month between February and November. We sometimes have guest speakers or do site visits to woodworking business which may change the day the meeting is held. We usually meet at the Melville Wood Turners hall.

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Our meetings generally run from 7:00PM until 9:00PM.

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Visitors are most welcome at our meetings.