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State of plant biosecurity in Australia

08 July 2020
The National Plant Biosecurity Status Report for 2019 was released by Plant Health Australia (PHA), bringing together contributions from more than 100 government, industry and research organisations. Source: Timberbiz PHA publishes the report annually to provide a comprehensive overvi
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3.3 million pine and 1 million karri seedlings to be planted

08 July 2020
It is all hands-on deck at the West Manjimup Nursery in Western Australia. Forest Products Commission (FPC) staff and a team of casuals have started dispatching seedlings for the 2020 planting season. Source: Timberbiz The first load of pine seedlings left the nursery in mid June and
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FSC International flow-on financial effects of COVID-19

06 July 2020
In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, FSC International has expressed concern regarding the financial risks posed by continuing extended shutdowns across the 90 plus countries using FSC for certification. Source: Timberbiz The financial risks to FSC stem from: The global nature of the
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Wood Encouragement Policy in action in Gympie

06 July 2020
Goomboorian is a rural locality 20km north-east of Gympie. Bordering Goomboorian’s east is the Great Sandy National Park home to hiking trails and the last known coastal emu. For many residents and motorists alike, the Stephan Road Bridge has been a popular staple with generations of 
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Donated timber to revive community facilities in NSW

06 July 2020
A partnership between Forestry Corporation of NSW, Boral and Nambucca Shire Council will see donated timber enhance community facilities in Nambucca and Macksville. The Community Timber Partnerships program will see around $50,000 of donated timber used to enhance the public spaces fo
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C3 invests in log marshalling at Portland

06 July 2020
C3, one of Australia’s largest forest products logistics providers and part of the LINX Cargo Care Group of companies, has secured a multi-million dollar deal to provide log marshalling services in Portland, Victoria. Source: Timberbiz The deal with Pacific Forest Products (Australia)
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AKD rebranding promotes its Australian Made source

06 July 2020
Over the coming months, the market will start to see AKD products being wrapped in a new plastic design. AKD has always been Australian grown and made, but the company believes it is timely to ensure this is understood and prominent in its supply chain and particularly in customers’ y
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OneFortyOne NZ is in recovery and looking forward to future proofing

03 July 2020
COVID-19 has caused upheaval in many ways for many people. The forestry industry has been no exception. However, the industry is recovering and is well positioned to support regional and national economic resilience in the months and years ahead. Source: Timberbiz OneFortyOne New Zeal
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Building approvals show signs of COVID-19 shock

03 July 2020
Building approvals data has begun to reflect COVID-19 shock, according to the Housing Industry Association. Building approvals in May fell by 16.4% nationally as the impact of COVID-19 restrictions impeded the flow of new building projects to be undertaken according to HIA economist A
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Bunnings’ reckless timber judgement will mean job losses

03 July 2020
Bunnings decision to stop selling timber logged by VicForests has been widely condemned by industry bodies, with VicForests claiming up to 170 jobs in regional Victoria are now at risk. Bunnings on Wednesday announced it would stop selling timber logged by VicForests after a court fou
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