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Contractors Hall of Fame nominations sought

The Australian Forest Contractors Association is recognising the pioneers and legends of the timber industry through the creation of the “AFCA Contractors Hall of Fame”.
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Frame Australia 2010 Conference

The construction and operation of buildings is one of the single biggest contributors of emissions influencing global climate change according to an OECD report, which is currently leading to governments worldwide introducing regulations to reduce carbon emissions by buildings.
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Timber Trade Cup golf day at Muirfield – reminder

A reminder to get your entries in as soon as possible for the Timber Trade Cup golf day at Muirfield Golf club, being held to raise funds for the Prostate Cancer Foundation.
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Finance sector to get insider view at Australian Forestry Conference

Key Finance company leaders and risk specialists are going to be treated to a unique and insightful view of the Australian forestry sector in early March at a national forestry finance event.
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Forestry Education Centenary Celebration

One hundred years of forest education in Australia will be celebrated in 2010 in a series of events throughout Victoria, where it all started.
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Change of name for major Victorian organisation

A change of name for one of Victoria’s peak forestry and cartage bodies will help it gain more relevance, member appeal and strength.
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Latest designs in bushfire prevention talked up

On the anniversary of Black Saturday, 7 February, you can find out more about how new designs are helping with fire prevention, emergency response, post-fire regeneration in communities and more, by attending floor talks at Melbourne Museum.
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Timber Trade Cup golf day at Muirfield

Dozens of weekend golfers will soon be teeing up to help raise funds for the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia.
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Special grants available to help maintain competitive edge

Forestry has been included in the second round of the Promoting Australian Produce (PAP) funding scheme.
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Emphasis on transport infrastructure to cater for future growth

The Victorian Government has recognised a crucial need to upgrade roads and transport infrastructure to cater for a growing forestry and timber industry, including the introduction of high productivity freight vehicles. According to Government details, an estimated additional 138,000
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