Campbell Sanderson (FCNSW), Darren McPherson (Hyne), Mick Ivill (AWU), James Jooste (AFPA), Dr Joe McGirr MP, Dean Hawkins (Visy), The Hon. Tara Moriarty, Brett Webb (AKD), Kristina Kaminski (Hyne), Luke Hayden (CFMEU), Carlie Porteous (SWG), Rab Green (AKD), Jacob Lazarus (Southern Cross Forests)
The Softwoods Working Group has welcomed the announcement of a $13 million forestry funding package aimed at protecting critical timber supplies in the Murray region ahead of the 2024/25 bushfire season. Source: Timberbiz
This funding will support critical fire prevention, detection, and response initiatives in the Murray Region. The package was developed after extensive consultation with forestry industry groups and government agencies.
The funding announcement significantly improves the region’s readiness for bushfire season.
SWG Chairperson, Peter Crowe commended the Minister on the well-considered funding.
“The Softwoods Working Group (SWG) commends the minister for well targeted funding for essential projects which will significantly enhance fire protection for the valuable plantation in the NSW Murray,” he said.
The SWG and its members look forward aiding the Minister and the department on the most valuable infrastructure investments for communities, industry and the region broadly.”
Ms Porteous, Executive Officer of the SWG commented on the need for future proofing the region.
“The 2019/2020 fires are still too fresh for many community members. This funding will allow the industry, communities and critical RFS volunteers to be better prepared and react to future fire events,” she said.
