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Koondrook-Perricoota State forests replenishment

27 August 2019
Up to 4500 hectares of red gum forest, fringing creeks, wetland and habitat will be replenished over the next 60 days thanks to a planned watering event in the Koondrook and Perricoota State Forests. Source: Timberbiz Forestry Corporation of NSW’s The Living Murray Program Manager for
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Uni SA to host Responsible Wood AGM in Mt Gambier

26 August 2019
The University of South Australia’s Mount Gambier Campus will be hosting Responsible Wood’s Annual General Meeting on Tuesday 22 October 2019. Speaking ahead of the announcement, Responsible Wood CEO, Simon Dorries, spoke of the importance of the Green Triangle to the Australian fores
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FSC Australia farewells CEO Sara Gipton

26 August 2019
The Forest Stewardship Council Australia has announced that Sara Gipton will step down as Chief Executive Officer at the end of September 2019. Ms Gipton has played a critical role in FSC Australia’s successes over the past two years, including the finalisation, launch, and implementa
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ForestWorks appoints Yvette Nash as General Manager

26 August 2019
ForestWorks has appointed Yvette Nash as its general manager. Ms Nash has extensive experience engaging with stakeholders, managing small and highly focussed teams and working with governments and government agencies. Source: Timberbiz She has been responsible for major improvements t
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Labor will oppose privatisation of Forestry Corporation

26 August 2019
NSW Labor will oppose the Berejiklian Government’s next round of privatisations including the Forestry Corporation. NSW Shadow Treasurer, Walt Secord and NSW Shadow Minister for Natural Resources, Paul Scully were responding to reports that the Berejiklian Government was set to
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Queensland urged to reject proposal to close pine plantations

21 August 2019
The Queensland State Government has been urged to reject an “absurd, outrageous and highly destructive proposal to close our pine plantations”. Gympie MP and opposition spokesman for agricultural industry development and fisheries and forestry Tony Perrett was responding to a proposal
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Swinburne study sheds light on tropical forests rising carbon

21 August 2019
Studies of the world’s tropical forests have pinpointed how much water plants put back into the atmosphere compared with how much carbon they take up, with lower rainfall linked to increased efficiency. By studying how efficiently plants use water, researchers from Swinburne and the U
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Maryborough timber industry day

21 August 2019
The Maryborough timber industry day held last weekend was attended by local parliamentary members and media from various sources. Presentations were made by Sam Slack (Slacks Hardwood), Mick Stephens (Timber Qld), Michael Guerin (Agforce) and Sean Ryan (PFSQ) emphasising the strength,
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Professional Ownership & Driver Wellbeing program

21 August 2019
Registrations of interest are being sought from drivers, management and staff in the timber industry to take part in the Australian Forest Contractors Association’s Professional Ownership and Driver Wellbeing program. Source: Timberbiz The program will be delivered via a series of 30
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Northern Australian forestry industry forum

21 August 2019
Northern Australian forestry industry stakeholders are encouraged to register for the last of four consultation forums to have their say on future actions for the region’s industry growth. Source: Timberbiz The forum, being held in Kununarra on 5 September (dial in and video conferenc
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