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Labour shortage targeted by new program as timber demand rises

22 August 2022
The union representing timber workers (CFMEU Manufacturing) has announced the start of a new targeted diversity program to induct new workers into the timber industry as labour shortages and timber demand have combined to create unexpected demand for workers. Source: Tumut and  Adelon
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Vimek upgrades its forest machines

19 August 2022
Hand in hand with the development of Vimek’s Next Generation line up, the company is taking the opportunity to upgrade existing forestry machines. Source: Timberbiz The Vimek 404 T8 and Vimek T8 DUO will be the new and improved versions of the previous Vimek 404 SE and Vimek 404
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Canadian skills program for mass timber use

19 August 2022
The government of British Columbia (BC), Canada, has launched a new program to help experienced carpenters, iron workers and builders gain the in-demand skills needed to succeed in the growing field of mass timber innovation. Source: Panels & Furniture Asia Investing in mass timbe
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Amcor to sell its three Russian factories

19 August 2022
Amcor announced that it will be selling its three factories in Russia. This announcement is in line with its statement in March regarding scaling down activities and exploring strategic options for its Russia operations. Source: Timberbiz Until completion of the sale, which is current
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Science and Innovation Award grants open for 2023

19 August 2022
Applications have opened for the 2023 Science and Innovation Awards, to fund innovative projects in Australia’s agriculture, fisheries and forestry sectors, and support the next generation of researchers. Source: Timberbiz Grants of $22,000 are on offer in each of the 12 award categor
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HIA Outlook Report out and shows home building boom to end

19 August 2022
The rise in the cash rate will have a minor impact compared with the events of the past two years according to the Housing Industry Association. HIA released its economic and industry Outlook Report for Australia yesterday. Source: Timberbiz The Outlook Report includes updated forecas
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Responsible Wood on judging panel for BDAA National Awards

19 August 2022
Responsible Wood Marketing and Communication Officer Jason Ross has been appointed as a judge of the 2022 BDAA National Design Awards – entries have opened. Source: Timberbiz The BDAA National Design Awards is one of Australia’s most prestigious building design awards, showcasing the
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ASH welcomes Federal Minister Murray Watt

19 August 2022
Gippsland’s sustainable timber industry is essential for local jobs and to bolster the local manufacturing and construction industries according to Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester. Source: Timberbiz Mr Chester toured Australian Sustainable Hardwoods with Federal Agricultur
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WA funding packages done without consultation

19 August 2022
Claims three new grant programs to support economic development and job creation in South-West communities in Western Australia were developed in consultation with communities, workers and businesses affected by the government’s decision to end hardwood harvesting have been rejected b
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Opinion: Keith Woodford on carbon forestry in New Zealand

19 August 2022
This last week I spent two days in Rotorua at the New Zealand carbon-forestry conference where I was also one of the speakers. Both I and others presented perspectives on the path ahead for this new industry. There were close to 300 attendees plus an international online audience. Alt
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