EPA pilot program – more use of construction waste
10 November 2016
The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is searching for organisations that can find new ways to make use of someone else’s construction and demolition waste. Source: Timberbiz Local councils and private businesses are invited to apply for grants under a new program, the Civil
Continue Reading →Connect timber with WoodSolutions
10 November 2016
WoodSolutions is presenting a Timber Connector Options and Connection Design Seminar on Wednesday 16 November 2016 at Chatswood, New South Wales. Source: Timberbiz This workshop is intended for the structural engineers, builders and architects looking for an opportunity to learn about
Continue Reading →Records fall as forestry thrives
10 November 2016
Australia’s forestry sector is enjoying some of the best conditions in its history, according to a report by the Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Sciences (ABARES). Source: Timberbiz The report, Australian forest and wood products statistics: March and June
Continue Reading →RBA holds steady
02 November 2016
Despite some speculation about a Melbourne Cup Day surprise, the RBA Board decided to leave the Official Cash Rate (OCR) unchanged at 1.50%, according to the Housing Industry Association. Source: Timberbiz “The majority view in the financial markets was for a ‘no change’ decision from
Continue Reading →FCJA gains traction with ‘Australian brand’ image
20 October 2016
Australian furniture and joinery makers and designers are collaborating to build a globally recognised ‘Aussie brand’ image. Source: Timberbiz The catalyst is the current apartment and renovations boom and rising interest in bespoke design. The Furniture Cabinets Joinery Allian
Continue Reading →Type 5 wood testing and certification
20 October 2016
Wood testing and certification services provided by the Engineered Wood Products Association of Australasia (EWPAA) are of the highest standard according to CEO Dave Gover. Source: Timberbiz EWPAA-certified products are tested under strict National Association of Testing Authorities (
Continue Reading →Joint conference and industry dinner
20 October 2016
A joint conference and industry dinner hosted by Timber NSW and TTIA will be held on 17 November at Sydney Park Pavilion (Alan Davidson Oval). Source: Timberbiz The event will start at 12 noon for lunch with the conference commencing at 1pm and concluding at 4.30pm. The cost is $120 f
Continue Reading →Melbourne seminar looks for sustainable timber in building
20 October 2016
Government and public building authorities are placing greater emphasis on Australian standards in their regulations to ensure the sustainability, environmental security and legality of products used in the housing and construction industries. Source: Timberbiz “In the world of buildi
Continue Reading →Industry letter: Australian timber is worth more
20 October 2016
To the Editor In a recent Daily Timber News it was quoted in 2015 China imported 15.61 million cubic metres of timber products costing $3.82 billion dollars. That is an average of $244.71 per cubic metre. This is a very low average. Also, there was an article in the same bulletin abou
Continue Reading →New sawmill to revitalise Tambo
13 October 2016
The western Queensland town of Tambo has turned to timber in an effort to diversify its economy. Source: ABC News The council is fixing up the town’s abandoned sawmill to attract a new lessee and a new industry to town. With the help of the federal and state governments a total
Continue Reading →Copyright © 2022 Ryan Media Pty Ltd (Division of Provincial Press Group). All Rights Reserved.
