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Pedalling wood

Germany’s Moto Bicycle Innovations has released the MOTO Pedals – unique pedals that are super flat, have no bearings, and are actually made of wood. Sources: BikeRumour!, Timberbiz MOTO says they are perfect for the urban rider, like the commuter, fixed gear rider, or even the flat l
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Designed for logging contractors of all sizes

John Deere has released the new 2956G crawler log loader for customers looking for a machine that provides the best combination of engine horsepower and hydraulics capability. Source: Timberbiz “We are always listening to customer feedback to bring ideal solutions and technologi
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10 facts about Canada’s boreal forests

Resolute’s primary input is trees – fortunately, a plentiful, renewable natural resource. Canada’s vast boreal forest supplies much of the wood that the company harvests to make its products. Here are 10 things to know about the boreal forests in Canada. Source: Timberbiz Canada’s bor
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Wellington Zoo a Green Zoo with FSC commitments

Underpinning all of Wellington Zoo’s work in New Zealand is a commitment to safeguarding wildlife and their habitats, as exemplified by their full-fledged support for the FSC system. Source: Timberbiz The zoo’s unwavering commitment to affecting enduring constructive change in s
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Bago State Forest has a masterplan

  After years of careful planning, interrupted by bushfire, floods and a global pandemic, the Bago State Forest Nature-Based Tourism Enhancement program was launched with the reveal of its long-awaited masterplan. Source: Timberbiz The ‘Bago State Forest – Snowy Valleys Tou
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Timber Qld makes it easy to apply for a scholarship

The idea of applying for a scholarship can be overwhelming for some however, Timber Queensland’s Growth Scholarship program aims to make it a simple, accessible and a fair process. Source: Timberbiz And you don’t need to be a forest scientist to apply but if you are you can apply as w
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Deere & Company donates $50,000 to New Zealand Red Cross

In an effort to help provide relief and recovery to Waratah Forestry Equipment’s home country following the aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle, Deere & Company recently announced a US$50,000 donation to the New Zealand Red Cross. Source: Timberbiz When crisis hits, Deere & Company
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The ups and downs of Australian and NZ timber exports

Much like the rest of the global market, Australia and New Zealand have seen their share of ups and down over the past year. This is especially evident in most of the countries’ exports. Source: Forest2Market The Australian and New Zealand Export Log Price Index dropped in Janua
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Sign the petition to save timber communities and sustainable forestry

Forest and Wood Communities has launched an online petition for people to show their support for sustainable forestry, regional communities and local timber production. By Monday morning 1502 people had signed the petition. Source: Timberbiz In the invitation to sign the petition the
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Vic govt will support Opal workers but relies on Opal to do the right thing

Victoria’s State Government says supporting workers in the Latrobe Valley is a top priority and it welcomes Opal’s recent public confirmation of the importance of the Maryvale mill and its workers to the company’s future. Source: Timberbiz We are and will continue discussi
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