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Japan travelling to the beat of a different drum

16 September 2024
For centuries, the soulful rhythms of the taiko drum have carried the ancestral spirit of Japanese culture. Played at traditional ceremonies and rituals, the drums’ majestic tones invoke blessings for bountiful harvests and pay homage to the natural gifts of the land. Source: Timberbi
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Development of a birch bark tyre

16 September 2024
Nokian Tyres has signed a development agreement with a Swedish biomaterial science company Reselo AB to develop their renewable material Reselo Rubber as a potential new raw material in tyres. Source: Timberbiz Reselo Rubber is a completely renewable material made from birch bark sour
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New Tigercat small mulching head for fire applications

16 September 2024
Tigercat has released a smaller class mulching head suited to niche applications like fire mitigation and remediation. Source: Timberbiz Designed for the Tigercat 470 mulcher, the 4054-20 provides a complete end-to-end Tigercat mulching solution for narrow swath applications and lower
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Community housing for needy Australians

16 September 2024
The Community Housing Industry Association (CHIA) has welcomed the announcement of the first round of commitments from the Housing Australia Future Fund (HAFF), which will see 13,700 social and affordable homes built, housing more than 25,000 Australians in need. Source: Timberbiz Fun
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NZ Council of Trade Unions slams government over closure of mills

16 September 2024
The New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi slammed the New Zealand Government for failing to bring a plan to the table to save around 300 jobs in the Ruapehu district, following the decision of Winstone Pulp International to close the Karioi pulp mill and the Tangiwai sa
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Reformed resource management will deliver for NZ forestry

16 September 2024
New Zealand forest owners say the just announced reform of resource management instruments will deliver clearer, more consistent environmental standards for production forests nationwide. Source: Timberbiz Forestry Minister Hon Todd McClay announced his plan to revise settings within
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This is Wood Work in South Australia

16 September 2024
The South Australian Forest Products Association has launched “This is Wood Work” a powerful campaign shining a spotlight on career pathways in South Australia’s forest and timber industries – the ultimate renewable. Source: Timberbiz This industry-driven campaign, l
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Small steps for Forest Week 2024

16 September 2024
Saturday, 21 September, marks the start of FSC Forest Week 2024, a global initiative aimed at raising consumer awareness about the critical role of sustainable forestry. Source: Timberbiz Running from 21-27 September, this campaign, led by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), shines
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Commonwealth laws for forestry contractors on foot in Victoria

16 September 2024
New Commonwealth laws provide protections for independent contractors working in the road transport industry and gig workers, from 26 August 2024. These laws operate alongside Victoria’s Owner Drivers and Forestry Contractors Act 2005. Source: Timberbiz There are laws hirers and freig
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EWPAA unveils new office

16 September 2024
Engineered Wood Products Association of Australasia’s new mezzanine office and boardroom was formally opened by EWPAA Chair Stuart Toakley last week enthusiastically attended by industry and supply chain representatives. Source: Timberbiz The new office is open and welcoming, sh
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