Exhibitors and sponsors were given a first-hand look over the AUSTimber 2020 site at Rosedale in Victoria’s Gippsland last week. AUSTimber’s Dionne Olsen welcomed the exhibitors, sponsors and service providers to the Gormandale HVP plantations. Source: Timberbiz
Around 100 exhibitors and more than 8000 people are expected to attend the largest forestry show in the Asia Pacific region which will be held in April next year.
A showcase of equipment with dynamic in-forest hardwood and softwood demonstration opportunities at the event will include:
- Clear felling
- Cut-to-length Eucalyptus harvesting
- Pine harvesting in first thinnings
- Establishment techniques and silverculture practices
- In-field chipping, mulching and bio-fuel production
- Later thinnings
- Long length harvesting
- Truck and trailer with test drives.
An exhibitor’s brochure was circulated at the site visit covering site preparation and requirements, including bump in/bump out details, safety, site transport and fire management.
Beside site familiarisation and chipping options, other pointers were discussed such as car parking facilities. Ms Olsen said site phone data and Wi-Fi communications would be upgraded for the event to facilitate exhibitor and emergency services communications requirements, including video options.
Field trips are being scoped by a subcommittee and further details will be available closer to the event.
“Our goal is to deliver another successful and enjoyable AUSTimber show, ensuring safety of people, environment, equipment and assets throughout bump in/out, field trips, show days and other events,” she said.
“We are working hard to make sure everyone is aligned regarding requirements, what to expect, and to provide assistance when needed.”
