About Us
With a heritage spanning more than 110 years, The Briggs Group has played a significant role in the Australian timber industry, evolving from traditional sawmilling to becoming a trusted supplier of premium veneer and panel products for architectural and interior applications.
The Briggs story began in 1908 when George Largie Briggs established the first
sawmill at Dorrigo, NSW. A new mill followed at nearby Megan in 1915, alongside a
furniture and joinery factory to support growing demand. Continued expansion led
to the establishment of a sawmill and village at Briggsvale in 1923, with veneer milling
commencing in 1933 — marking the beginning of a long-standing commitment to
craftsmanship and technical expertise.
Extensive plant modernisation in 1972 positioned the company at the forefront of
industry innovation. Around this time, Briggs pioneered the peeling and marketing of
regrowth eucalypt veneers, and in 1983 further expanded operations with the
addition of a plywood factory.
By 1993, the business strategically shifted away from sawmilling to focus on sourcing
and supplying high-quality veneers to the interior fit-out and specialty markets.
Operating from Seven Hills, NSW, Briggs Veneers became increasingly driven by
architectural specification, establishing strong relationships with designers,
architects, and builders.
Continued growth led to a move to larger, purpose-built premises in Wetherill Park in 2006. Over the following decade, the product offering expanded to include reconstituted veneers, dyed veneers, prefinished veneer laminates, and fireretardant MDF — reflecting a commitment to meeting the evolving needs of
Today, Briggs Veneers offers more than 200 premium veneer and panel products sourced from sustainably managed forests. Our range includes natural timber veneers, TrueGrain reconstituted timber, ReToned dyed veneers, eco-certified options, Beyond Prefinished timber-look panels, FLAMEBLOCK fire-retardant MDF,
Quality remains at the core of everything we do. Natural veneers are carefully hand-selected at their source and again prior to dispatch, ensuring consistency and excellence. Supported by highly experienced staff, we provide informed guidance and responsive service to help clients achieve outstanding project outcomes
