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OneFortyOne’s Annual Review

25 September 2024
Trans-Tasman forestry and sawmilling company OneFortyOne has released its Annual Review for 2024 highlighting progress, resilience and continuous investment, underscoring the company’s commitment to sustainable practices and operational excellence. Source: Timberbiz “Since 2019, OneFo
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Master Builders joins construction industry forum

23 September 2024
The appointment of the Master Builders Australia to the National Construction Industry Forum (NCIF) has been described as another positive step in tackling key challenges faced by the building and construction industry. Source: Timberbiz “As the only industry body representing the com
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Parkside to build glulam facility in Queensland

23 September 2024
Parkside Timber is planning to build a high-impact timber and laminating facility in Wondai, Queensland, contributing to the local timber industry and economy. Sources: Industry Update, Timberbiz It is projected to process up to 6000 tonnes of timber annually once it reaches maximum c
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New homes sales fall nationally except for Queensland

20 September 2024
New home sales nationally fell by 1.3% in the month of August which leaves sales in the three months to August 2024 higher by 4.6% compared with the previous year. Source: Timberbiz The HIA New Home Sales report is a monthly survey of the largest volume home builders in the five large
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Hundreds attend timber fest in Gympie

20 September 2024
Hundreds of industry workers and their families, whose livelihoods and businesses are supported by Queensland’s sustainable forest and timber industry, welcomed the support of local leaders at the Queensland Timber Fest in Gympie last weekend. Source: Timberbiz Timber Queensland’s CEO
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AFWI research advisory committee established provide expert advice

20 September 2024
Australian Forest and Wood Innovations has announced the establishment of a Research Advisory Committee. The committee will provide expert advice to the AFWI board on forest and wood product research and innovation, ensuring that research activities are aligned with industry needs, an
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Head of R&D to retire from FWPA

20 September 2024
FWPA’s Head of Research and Development, Dr Chris Lafferty has decided to retire at the end of June 2025, after 23 years with the organisation. Source: Timberbiz Since joining the then Forest and Wood Products Research & Development Corporation in 2002, Chris has been an invaluabl
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Dongwha mill pleased with NSW Action Plan, but a few hurdles expected

20 September 2024
Bombala based timber milling company Dongwha Australia has welcomed a NSW Government Forestry Industry Action Plan designed to outline the path the State will take to ensure a sustainable timber industry that aligns with the Government’s key environmental priorities. Source: Kar
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Rio Tinto and Midway to develop biofuels from feedstock

18 September 2024
Midway Limited has been appointed by Rio Tinto to develop Pongamia seed farms to test its viability as a sustainable renewable diesel feedstock. Source: Timberbiz Midway will design, execute and manage approximately 3,000 ha of Pongamia seed farms and associated biodiversity plantings
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Wesbeam announces price freeze on LVL

18 September 2024
In the face of rising costs across industries, Wesbeam as Australia’s only LVL manufacturer is stepping up to support Australian businesses with a price freeze. Source: Timberbiz With the prices of energy, logistics, commercial leases, and materials increasing, many companies are pass
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