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Forbes examines forest certification

A Forbes column examined the benefits created by competition among forestry certification programs. Source: Forbes
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Indonesia’s 8000 fires are too much

An environmental think-tank said the Indonesian government could have done more to prevent the 8000 fires burning across the country. Source: Australia Network News
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WOW, another timber company closes

A two-year-old Victorian business specialising in timber floors for residential buildings has collapsed. Source: Smartcompany
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New category in Sustainability Awards

The Victorian Premier’s Sustainability Awards celebrate efficient use of water, resources and energy, better waste management and recycling practices, the enhancement of the environment and effective, practical community action. Source: Timberbiz
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Timber industry to lift with housing demand

The Australian timber industry expects a better housing market, both here and in the US, will boost global demand for timber. Source: ABC Rural
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Forest protection already in WA

A submission from a group of scientists to the Environmental Protection Authority has placed the spotlight on the management of South West forests. Source: Donnybrook-Bridgetown Mail
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Great Southern class action digs deeper

The barrister representing investors in the case of failed agribusiness company Great Southern said that 10,000 new documents have been uncovered that provide further evidence that the company misled investors. Source: ABC Rural
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Boral abandons more timber operations

Boral has announced further and major restructuring of its timber operations affecting its residues, woodchip, softwood and engineered flooring businesses. Source: Timberbiz
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Nordic lumber expands outside of Europe

Lumber exports from the Nordic countries have changed quite dramatically in recent years. The European market has become relatively less important than it has been in the past. Source: Wood Resources International
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China and Russia investment in Siberian timber

China and Russia’s sovereign wealth funds are making their first joint investment – in a Siberian timber company – as part of a push to increase commercial ties between the Russian far-east and fast-growing countries in Asia. Source: The Financial Times
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