New Zealand's logging industry's safety record is in the spotlight again after one man died and another lost a leg in two accidents within 24 hours at opposite ends of the country. Sources: AAP, Radio New Zealand
Three Kiwis have climbed their way to the top for the second time, taking out world titles for competitive tree climbing in Canada in tree-mendous fashion. Source: 3News NZ
Forestry SA’s new chief executive, Adrian Hatch, joined ABC Mornings to discuss the role and future of Forestry SA and the timber industry in the south-east. Source: ABC
When George Hadler's colleagues farewell the Department of Conservation area manager on Friday, it will mark the end of his 44-year involvement with the Department of Conservation and the New Zealand Forest Service. Sources: Stuff, Timaru Herald
A Chinese delegation visited the Tumut region in New South Wales to gain an insight into forest management, environmental rehabilitation, forest technology and reafforestation techniques. Source: Southern Cross
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