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”.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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