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Extension to ‘soft-start’ illegal logging compliance period

09 June 2016
The Illegal Logging Compliance Advice Notice 1/2016 has been published and is available on the Department of Agriculture and Water Resources website. Source: Timberbiz The notice advises that the illegal logging ‘soft-start’ compliance period has been extended beyond its o
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Forestry Sector Guide to Workplace Safety 2016/17

09 June 2016
There are a number of hazards associated with forestry operations, but steps and measures can be taken to eliminate or reduce risks to forestry workers. Source: Timberbiz Pro-Visual Publishing, in cooperation with Australian Forestry Growers, and the Australian Forest Contractors Asso
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New Forestry Tas chair is de Fegely

09 June 2016
Forestry Tasmania has a new chairman. Almost six months after former Forestry boss Bob Annels stepped down, Rob de Fegely has assumed the role. Sources: Timberbiz, The Mercury “Mr de Fegely has 36 years of experience in the Australian forestry industry,” Forestry Minister Peter Gutwei
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Queensland timber industry outlook is bright

09 June 2016
With a record-breaking year in new housing activity in Queensland in 2015, innovations in wood technology and new laws allowing taller timber buildings, the future for the State’s forest and timber industry is looking brighter. Source: Timberbiz Speaking at the Doing Timber Business i
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Plan for transforming the Australian Forest Products Industry

02 June 2016
Co-Chair of the Forest Industry Advisory Council (FIAC), Mr Rob de Fégely presented recommendations that include a vision and three objectives for the forest industry and government to consider. Source: Timberbiz Mr de Fégely said the goal of the plan was to triple the economic value
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Hyne Timber backs $1.5m funding

02 June 2016
Hyne Timber, in partnership with the University of Queensland, has welcomed the announcement of more than $1.5 million funding for tall timber buildings research. Source: Manufacturers’ Monthly The funding announcement by the Australian Research Council is particularly timely given th
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AFCA Queensland forum

02 June 2016
The Australian Forest Contractors Association (AFCA) is holding a forum and dinner in Queensland in June. Source: Timberbiz Attendees will hear about how AFCA is supporting contractors and it will give everyone the opportunity to discuss issues with the National Heavy Vehicle Regulato
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Forestry Corporation $25,000 donation for education and employment of rural youth

02 June 2016
Young people from rural and regional NSW engaging in university studies, completing apprenticeships or entering employment will benefit from a $25,000 donation to the Country Education Foundation from Forestry Corporation of NSW. Source: Timberbiz The Country Education Foundation is a
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Turnbull promises $4 million for forestry research hubs

02 June 2016
The Turnbull Coalition has announced a $4 million investment for a National Institute for Forest Products Innovation comprising of two research hubs. Source: Timberbiz Assistant Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources, Senator Ruston said that, in addition to the Coalition invest
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In the world of log imports Australia gains momentum

26 May 2016
Chinese log imports have trended upward in early 2016 with Australia increasing their market share the most. Source: Scoop Media Increased demand for wood products and declining log inventories in China has resulted in higher importation of logs to China in the 1Q/16, according to the
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