Pesky pine pollen altering the oceans
26 April 2017
That same pesky pine pollen that gets up your nose and coats your windscreen with yellow dust could also be altering some of the world’s deepest ecosystems. Source: New Zealand Herald Scientists from the National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (Niwa) say pollen from
Continue Reading →Cyclones dampen forestry production
26 April 2017
Rain and wind from the ex-cyclones which lashed New Zealand’s central and lower North Island in the past fortnight, slowed production rates and damaged trees, AgriHQ analyst Reece Brick said in his monthly forestry market report. Source: TVNZ “This should slow offerings to the m
Continue Reading →Gumatj makes a go of timber milling
26 April 2017
One of Australia’s most influential indigenous leaders believes the rest of the nation could learn from what the Gumatj Corporation is achieving in the business world. Source: NT News Under the watchful eye of Galarrwuy Yunupingu, a former Australian of the Year, and the Gumatj Corpor
Continue Reading →Effective management of forests just a pretty picture
26 April 2017
Australia is the seventh most forested country in the world and Australians have more forest per person than most other countries except for the Canadians and the Russians according to the Australian Institute of Foresters. Source: Timberbiz Rob de Fégely, National President of the Au
Continue Reading →Burn off in Beecher State Forest
26 April 2017
A planned burn-off is due to take place in the Beecher State Forest area over the next few days. Source: Gladstone Observer The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service is set to conduct the burn-off until Friday, according to a QPWS statement. The fire may be called off if weather condi
Continue Reading →NSW Forest Industries Tasforce meets in Tumut
26 April 2017
The NSW Forest Industries Taskforce met in Tumut last week, with Minister for Forestry Paul Toole and major industry representatives in attendance. Source: Tumut and Adelong Times Member for Wagga Daryl Maguire said having the Minister in Tumut meant he could see the impact of forestr
Continue Reading →Hyne reboots its cadet program
26 April 2017
With the Fraser Coast experiencing higher than average unemployment rates, Hyne Timber brings refreshing news with the reintroduction of its cadet program. The cadet program offers successful applicants an opportunity to earn a salary while learning about all areas of production, cust
Continue Reading →Carter Holt Harvey lockout no good says Andrews
26 April 2017
Victoria’s timber industry has taken another hit with the owners of the Myrtleford mill locking out about 200 workers and shutting the operation down. Source: Herald Sun Timber giant Carter Holt Harvey has been accused of treating its workers “like zoo animals” after it erected fencin
Continue Reading →AFPA Great Hall dinner
26 April 2017
ABC Radio National journalist Ellen Fanning will host the Australian Forest Products Association’s (AFPA) 3rd biennial Gala industry dinner on Tuesday 12 September at the Great Hall in Parliament House. Source: Timberbiz Ms Fanning is best known for her work as an award-winning curren
Continue Reading →FWPA restructure announced
26 April 2017
Forest and Wood Products Australia (FWPA) is restructuring its industry engagement, with greater opportunities to participate, both for members and for non-member stakeholders such as researchers and suppliers. Source: Timberbiz The Chairman of FWPA, John Simon, said the two new types
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