The Queensland Government and Timber Queensland have broadened their Chain of Custody Support Scheme, which now funds businesses to obtain dual certification up to a cap of $5000. Source: Timberbiz Initially the Scheme reimbursed costs directly incurred in obtaining chain of custody c
The 2014 state election season has officially kicked off, and VAFI’s message to all candidates and parties is clear: the forest and wood products industry is an important and dynamic part of the Victorian economy. This was spelled out in a special piece by VAFI CEO Tim Johnson. Source
Building activity figures released by the ABS show that the home building recovery has brought activity to its highest in 20 years, said the Housing Industry Association (HIA). Source: Timberbiz “The fact that new home building has reached a 20-year high is very welcome,” said HIA Sen
New Zealand and Australia will host a major forest investment and market outlook conference series Forest Investment and Market Outlook 2014. Source: Timberbiz
The election debate has yet to truly address the major parties’ competing climate change policies according to the Australian Forest Products Association. Source: Timberbiz
The Frame & Truss Manufacturers Association (FTMA) has turned its hand to serving breakfast with a menu chock-a-block with food and information to keep its members satisfied. The event will be run concurrently with the FTMA’s annual general meeting. Source: Timberbiz
The decision by the Reserve Bank Board to cut interest rates for a second consecutive month sends a positive message to households and businesses says the Housing Industry Association (HIA), the voice of Australia’s residential building industry. “Global uncertainty remains rife and t