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VicForest’s innovation and forest guardianship

23 August 2021
The story of VicForests’ innovation and environmental guardianship has landed in the offices, home offices, meeting rooms and boardrooms of key innovators and decision-makers across the Asia Pacific region – literally. Source: Timberbiz APAC Outlook is a magazine aimed at boardroom an
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National and international figures to present at National Forest Symposium

23 August 2021
  The head of climate diplomacy at the British High Commission will discuss the United Kingdom’s Road to net-zero with the help of forestry and timber at the National Forest Industries Symposium. Source: Timberbiz It comes after the Australian Forest Products Association secured
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New Zealand retains badge as largest log supplier to China

20 August 2021
According to China Customs, log imports in the first half of 2021 totalled 31.26 million cubic metres valued at US$5.265 billion (CIF), up 29% in volume and 48% in value. The average price for imported logs was US$167 (CIF) per cubic metre, up 15% from the same period of 2020. Of tota
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Mass timber journal editor in Chicago project joining timber and steel

20 August 2021
Mass Timber Construction Journal founder/editor-in-chief, podcast host and global mass timber industry expert, Paul Kremer, has been appointed to the steering committee for an innovative project with the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) based in Chicago. Source: Tim
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Ponsse delivers its 17,000th forestry machine

20 August 2021
The 17,000th Ponsse forest machine has rolled off the production line in Vieremä, Finland. The milestone machine, a Ponsse Elk built in mid-August, will start its career in the hands of Kuusmoto Oy. Source: Timberbiz “It is a special privilege to hand over the 17,000th PONSSE machine
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Science Week goes to the heart of forestry

20 August 2021
The Institute of Foresters of Australia and Australian Forest Growers is celebrating the role that forest science plays in ensuring a healthy and resilient future for Australian society and the environment for National Science Week 2021. Source: Timberbiz IFA/AFG CEO Jacquie Martin hi
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App for female truckies for on road support

20 August 2021
A new smartphone app supported by the Victorian Government will be a one-stop-shop for female truck drivers to give them the confidence and support they need on the road. Source: Timberbiz The $1.38 million OzTruck App will provide 24/7 emergency support during breakdowns and crashes,
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2022 Science and Innovation Awards grants open

20 August 2021
Applications are now open for grants to invest in a future-ready forestry, agriculture and fisheries. Assistant Minister for Forestry and Fisheries Jonno Duniam is encouraging young researchers, scientists and innovators in forestry, agriculture and fisheries to apply for the 2022 Sci
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New Forests new business unit and appointments

20 August 2021
New Forests, the global forestry investment manager, has announced two key appointments in sustainability and communications and the formation of the company’s new Impact & Advocacy business unit. Source: Timberbiz Jo Saleeba joins as Head of Sustainability, bringing her extensive
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ACT acts to allow forestry and timber as essential industries

20 August 2021
The ACT Government has allowed forestry and timber operations to resume as essential industries under the Territory’s COVID lockdown rules following concerted efforts from the Australian Forest Products Association and industry. Source: Timberbiz “We welcome the ACT Government’s decis
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