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IFA hosts Innovation in Forestry seminar

02 October 2019
The Institute of Foresters of Australia (IFA) is hosting a seminar on Innovation in Forestry in Melbourne on 10 October 2019 from 1pm until 3.30pm at the Performance Space, Library at the Dock at Docklands. Source: Timberbiz The seminar will cover topics including: The latest developm
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Vic Government cancels community consultation on code for timber

02 October 2019
The Victorian State Government has cancelled its community consultation process into reforms to the code of practice for timber production. State Environment Minister Lily D’Ambosio took the odd step of announcing the community engagement on the code through a release on Twitter. Sour
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Infrastructure limits Russian forestry but it is a major international force

01 October 2019
The Russian forest sector is an important player in the global timberland space and continues to offer opportunities for further development. Russia has the biggest forest area in the world and is one of the top roundwood producing countries. However, the overall standing stock includ
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Stora Enso to close Kitee sawmill

01 October 2019
Stora Enso will consolidate its spruce timber production at its mill in Varkaus, Finland, where spruce timber production has synergies with the existing LVL (laminated veneer timber), pulp and paperboard mills. The target is to improve long-term competitiveness, the consolidation is p
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FSC turns 25

01 October 2019
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is celebrating 25 years of taking care of the world’s forests, having opened its first office in Oaxaca, Mexico in August 1994. In 1994, the FSC Secretariat opened its doors with only three staff members. In 2003, it relocated its headquarters to B
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NZ finalists for spatial awards

01 October 2019
Finalists for the New Zealand Spatial Excellence Awards (NZSEA) have been announced and include a number of businesses associated with forestry. The awards received 34 entries showing various spatial technologies being employed in a number of different areas. The winners will be annou
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From toxic to award winning workplace

01 October 2019
Seven years ago, Brisbane based sustainable timber specialist Kennedy’s Timbers had stagnated, were facing issues on all fronts, in a tough competitive market and at a risk of closure. However, a commitment to creating a positive workplace environment has proven successful for Kennedy
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New Forest Stewardship Council CEO

01 October 2019
The Forest Stewardship Council has appointed Damian Paull as its new CEO. He replaces Sara Gipton who stood down at the end of September. Source: Timberbiz Ms Gipton has played a critical role in FSC Australia’s successes over the past two years, including the finalisation, launch, an
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NSW to toughen farm invasion protestor laws

01 October 2019
AFPA and AFCA have welcomed NSW Government proposed complementary legislation supporting the Federal Government’s greater protection for forest industries under tough new ‘farm invasion’ laws. Forestry and forest product processing operations will be included in the NSW Government’s p
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Rubicon Victoria forestry workers placed in danger by protestors

01 October 2019
The Victorian Association of Forest Industries (VAFI) is concerned at the lack of government support for local harvesting contractors. Protesters have been invading operations and placing themselves and workers at risk. Rubicon Cable Co was a recent target. Source: Timberbiz “Proteste
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