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Finland’s design awards recognise Ponsse’s Future Cabin

One of the most significant design awards in Finland was given to the Ponsse Scorpion’s Future Cabin. In addition to Ponsse, Fennia Prize recognitions were given to Posti Group Corporation, Nokian Heavy Tyres Ltd and Myssyfarmi Oy. Source: Timberbiz In the design of Future Cabin, the
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Environmental Forestry 2022 Conference

The FIEA Environmental Forestry Conference will be running in conjunction with a pre-conference workshop hosted by Te Uru Rākau – New Zealand Forest Service. These combined events are running on 28-29 June 2022 in Rotorua, New Zealand. . Source: Timberbiz Improving our environmental p
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Australian Timber Design Awards 23 years old

Responsible Wood will continue its long running involvement in the Australian Timber Design Awards. Now in their 23rd year, the awards are distinguished by a proud heritage of innovation and achievement, they promote and encourage outstanding timber design. Source: Timberbiz As sponso
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UN World Forestry Congress confirms timber’s crucial role for climate

The United Nations’ World Forestry Congress has confirmed sustainable timber production is crucial to achieving the international climate and environmental goals needed this century. Source: Timberbiz The recent World Forestry Congress Ministerial Call on Sustainable Wood confirmed th
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New training course for changes to managing swift parrot habitat

A new biodiversity training course to support forest workers to implement upcoming changes to the management requirements for swift parrot habitat for forestry operations within Tasmania’s Eastern Tiers is being planned for June. Source: Timberbiz This one-day field-based course
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Cutting Through to the root of problems

Forico is partnering with Rural Alive and Well and its sector-specific Cutting Through program, aimed at bringing critical support to Tasmanians in the forestry and timber industry. Source: Timberbiz RAW is a Tasmanian not-for-profit organisation, building mentally healthy and resilie
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A show to help landscape Victoria

For the fifth year, Landscaping Victoria Master Landscapers (LVML) will host The Landscape Show, a full-day free event for all commercial and residential landscape contractors, maintenance specialists, landscape designers and architects, landscape service and product suppliers, as wel
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Photographers head to the forest to win $1000

Responsible Wood is inviting professional and amateur photographers In Australia to submit their best forest photos for a chance at winning a $1000 cash prize. Source: Timberbiz Colourful trees, forest landscapes, children playing, people working or animals living in the forest are al
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Stakeholder forum in Wangaratta shows forestry opportunities

Opportunities in the forestry industry were highlighted at a North East Victorian stakeholder’s forum in Wangaratta. The forum, convened by HVP’s General Manager Northern Region, Anne Partridge, was held to introduce stakeholders in the region to the Murray Region Forestry Hub (MRFH)
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Global Woodchip and Biomass conference for Singapore

The global woodchip and biomass trade conference will be held on Singapore in 26-28 October 2022, announced DANA NZ and GINGKO Consulting the event organisers. Source: Timberbiz This is the 10th Woodchip and Biomass Trade Conference organised by Dennis Neilson (DANA NZ) since 2005, an
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