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FSC publishes updated list of Highly Hazardous Pesticides

15 April 2024
FSC has updated the FSC-POL-30-001a V1-1 Lists of Highly Hazardous Pesticides based on existing criteria, indicators, thresholds and sources through an accelerated revision process as described in FSC-PRO-01-001The Development and Revision of FSC Requirements. Source: Timberbiz The ob
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Fears of forests dying in WA

15 April 2024
Perth has just had its driest six months on record, while Western Australia sweltered through its hottest summer on record. Those records are remarkable in their own right. But these records are having real consequences. Source: The Conversation Unlike us, trees and shrubs can’t escap
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Lack of bushfire expertise on govt native forest panel

15 April 2024
A Latrobe Valley consultant has strongly criticised the lack of bushfire expertise on the state government panel investigating the future use of Victoria’s native forest estate. Source: LaTrobe Valley Express The government has established the Great Outdoors Taskforce to conduct the i
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Video shows impact of myrtle rust vividly

12 April 2024
A new video has documented the impact that myrtle rust has on indigenous communities and the environment, reinforcing the need to maintain momentum in breeding for resistance and monitoring its spread. Source: Timberbiz Whakakotahitanga i te Kaupapa | Unity of Purpose, released by Sci
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No more headaches with wood

10 April 2024
Scientists at the University of Wisconsin–Madison have developed a cost-effective and environmentally sustainable way to make a popular pain reliever and other valuable products from plants instead of petroleum. Source: Timberbiz Building on a previously patented method for producing
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Balcony crisis for Victoria

10 April 2024
The prospect of a “looming” balcony crisis in Victorian homes has raised concerns, but proactive measures can be taken to assess and address potential structural issues before they escalate. Timely inspections, maintenance, and necessary repairs can help mitigate risks and ensure the
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John Deere recognised for commitment to diversity

10 April 2024
Diversity Council Australia (DCA) has awarded John Deere Australia and New Zealand Inclusive Employer Status for 2023-24, in recognition of the company’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. Source: Timberbiz To celebrate Inclusion at Work Week, DCA announced the 82 employers
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Workshops fostering collaboration on plant biosecurity

08 April 2024
The Department of Agriculture Fisheries and Forestry sponsored six delegates from neighbouring countries to take part in two national plant biosecurity workshops recently. Source: Timberbiz The visit was part of the government’s $2.395 million commitment to Plant Health Australia as i
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Vespa gets the super sniffer award

05 April 2024
A Sydney-based detector dog from the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry kennel was named one of the country’s top service animals at the Sydney Royal Easter Show. Source: Timberbiz Six-year-old black Labrador Retriever Vespa was honoured with The Australasian Animal Reg
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Federal Court’s Strathbogie decision for planned burns

03 April 2024
Forestry Australia has welcomed the decision by the Federal Court to allow planned prescribed burns in the Strathbogie Forest. In the Federal Court, Justice Horan dismissed a move to stop four prescribed burns in the forest. Source: Timberbiz Forestry Australia President Dr Michelle F
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