The chairman of Forestry Tasmania (FT), Bob Annells, announced that Steve Whiteley had been appointed by the board as the organisation’s new chief executive. Sources: Timberbiz, ABC News
The Australian Forest Products Association (AFPA) called on Government to maintain support for Regional Forest Agreements (RFA), which provide long term wood supply from sustainably managed forests. Source: Timberbiz
It's hoped a new biofuels project will be a shot in the arm for the forestry industry as well as timber and paper mills in New Zealand. Sources: Newstalk, Scoop, Global Times, Radio New Zealand
Massive upswings in home renovations and construction of new multi residential dwellings is set to more than double demand for wood-based panel products such as plywood, plasterboard in Australia over the next four decades, a new report has found. Source: Sourceable