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25.01.2022 Nominations are closing soon for the 2020 Excellence in Agriculture Awards The Agricultural Bureau of South Australia is still seeking nominations for its 2020 Spirit of Excellence in Agriculture Awards. The awards provide unique opportunities and financial support to motivated and bright young farmers, including foresters, and rural youth who will benefit from personal and professional development to support a successful career in their chosen field.... Applications are currently open for: The Sustainable Agriculture Scholarship sponsored by Department for Environment and Water (DEW) is an $8,000 grant for a farmer aged 18-40 to pursue further study, take a study tour or run a special project. The Rural Youth Bursary sponsored by Department of Primary Industries and Regions SA (PIRSA) is a $5,000 grant for rural young people aged 18-30 working in a rural community to undertake further study in their chosen career with an ultimate benefit to their community. The 2019 Sustainable Agriculture Scholarship winner was Kangaroo Island sheep farmer Paul McGorman who used the funding to investigate and develop an innovative business model which encompasses environmental, economic and social sustainability practices to positively impact on climate change while also growing revenue for his business. The 2019 Rural Youth Bursary winner was Agricultural Science teacher Grace Sampson who used the funding to attend the National Ag Teachers Conference in January. Applications for the 2020 Spirit of Excellence in Agriculture Awards are open until 5pm on Wednesday 30 September 2020. The 2020 awards will be presented at the Agricultural Bureau of SA’s annual Spirit of Excellence Awards Dinner at the Arkaba Hotel on Friday 23 October 2020. To find out more and apply, visit www.agbureau.com.au/awards or call (08) 8249 7581.

24.01.2022 FRIDAY FAST FACTS The Hub's key objective is to grow more trees and create more local capacity. To achieve this we need to remove regulatory barriers to secure and grow the forest estate and to prioritise the domestic market. There is record capital investment in new processing and manufacturing earmarked for the region which will also generate new jobs and capability across the supply chain. Learn more about our vision and work prioritise here: www.gtfih.com.au

24.01.2022 FRIDAY FAST FACTS "Think Renewables - Think Wood" - here is a reminder from our mate Peter Maddison about the clean and green credentials of our sustainably produced wood

24.01.2022 FRIDAY FAST FACTS There is over 40,000 hectares of protected wetland and native forest embedded in Green Triangle forest estates, conserved and enhanced by forest growers. These areas provide wildlife corridors for a variety of species, linking remnant native vegetation.

24.01.2022 The Hub had the opportunity to brief the Minister for Forestry David Basham last week on its research objectives, which are identify strategies to grow the region’s forest estate. The Minister had plenty of positive feedback, enthused by the industries collaborative approach.

24.01.2022 Safety is a priority for our forest sector with significant investment in research and new innovations to protect our workforce. This new technology at Fennell Forestry is another step forward in supporting a safe and productive workforce.

21.01.2022 Welcomed State Government investment to protect our forest assets and broader communities from the threat of fire this summer.

21.01.2022 GT JOB OPPORTUNITY The Green Triangle Fire Alliance (GTFA) is a newly formed forest plantation industry group focused on the strategic development of the industry's fire management across the region, working in close collaboration with the Hub. The Alliance is on the search for a manager who will develop and implement an integrated forest fire management strategy and action plan drawn from the collective asset base of individual organisations. ... See the full job listing here:

21.01.2022 Many local icons were instrumental in shaping the Port of Portland - wonderful to see their stories documented in this celebratory clip.

20.01.2022 FRIDAY FAST FACTS The level of forestry exports is 16 per cent of the Green Triangle's total exports of $7.446 million - evidence of the demand for GT forestry products outside of the local economy.

20.01.2022 The Australian Forest Products Association (AFPA), the peak national body for Australia's forest, wood and paper products industry, is asking Australia's forest growers to support a proposed increase to the sector's research, development and extension (RD&E) and biosecurity levies, as an opportunity to increase funding and capacity for vital forest science RD&E and to tackle ever-increasing biosecurity threats. Have your say on this important proposal by registering for the voting process through links in the below article.

19.01.2022 It can be a lonely job harvesting in forest but AussieLogger has found a way to not only entertain himself but the masses gaining a strong following on social media and educating the broader community about the invaluable work of plantation forestry. Are there any singing foresters in the GT?

19.01.2022 PORT OF PORTLAND 60TH ANNIVERSARY Locals labelled it the "best thing to ever happen" when the 6 million pound Port of Portland was opened, bringing more "people, industry and wealth" to the region. Take a look back in time to when construction was being finalised and how the locals were reacting to this major capital investment.

18.01.2022 Fantastic to see forestry represented on the Great South Coast Food and Fibre Council - congratulations Martin Clark from ABP

18.01.2022 Today we highlight all the hard working and dedicated women in our forest and timber industries #ruralwomen #greatsouthcoast #greentriangle

18.01.2022 You've heard about the birds and the bees, but do you know about the pollen and the trees? Thanks to ABC South East for this great story about the innovative work being undertaken in Mt Gambier by Tree Breeding Australia.

17.01.2022 A great leadership opportunity for our female foresters in the GT

17.01.2022 Happy Birthday AFPA!!

16.01.2022 FRIDAY FAST FACTS The Green Triangle's clean green fibre is in high demand, spurred by the recent economic stimulus package supporting new housing construction and take-up in DIY trade. However there are fears that Australia may experience market shortfalls in the near future. ABARES (Australian Bureau of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Science) has stated that current plantation investment may not meet future domestic demand, predicting a 3.4 million cubic metre shor...tfall by 2050. It predicts imports of softwood would need to double over the next 30 years to satisfy this consumption, a total of 1.15 million cubic metres per year. The Hub is leading research to investigate new viable opportunities to grow the plantation estate and gain further benefit from existing fibre to address these national challenges. The Green Triangle is well placed to meet future demand and is focused on addressing the challenges to expanding market supply. See more

16.01.2022 FRIDAY FAST FACTS The Green Triangle is on the eve of its important tree planting season. Like any farmer we must replant our crop with millions of seedlings sown into the landscape between May and August to benefit from the seasonal winter rain. Do you think you have what it takes to be a planter? Some positions are still vacant for this important work task. Check your local job guide for current vacancies.

15.01.2022 A total of 25 new timber jobs will open in the Green Triangle thanks to our partners at AKD who are recommencing operations at its Irrewarra saw mill due to growing domestic demand for building products.

15.01.2022 FRIDAY FAST FACTS Did you know Australia's total plantation estate stores 258 Mt of carbon, playing a significant role in the nation's efforts to meet its greenhouse emission reductions goal. Carbon constitutes approximately 50% the dry mass of trees and when wood from these trees is used to produce wood products the carbon is stored for life in that product.

14.01.2022 The construction of the Port of Portland transformed the Green Triangle economy, opening global export markets and supporting the evolution of the timber sector. The significance of the opening saw one of the state's biggest celebrations with 3500 guests marking the occasion, documented in this 60th anniversary clip.

14.01.2022 It's time to pull out the photo albums - who can help the Port of Portland on its memorabilia hunt?

13.01.2022 Take a look below the berth at the Port of Portland where a team of specialist contractors are doing vital maintenance work. This berth, among others at the deep sea port, plays an invaluable role supporting our sector to deliver woodchip and log to global markets.

13.01.2022 Take a step back in time this Spring and see how the footprint of the Port of Portland has changed over the past 60 years and the invaluable role forestry has played in opening global trade gateways.

13.01.2022 HUB APPOINTS NEW BOARD LEADERS Mount Gambier-based mill owner Ian McDonnell is the new chair of the Green Triangle Forest Industries Hub. The NF McDonnell and Sons director was elevated from his role as deputy chair, nominated at last week’s board meeting following the resignation of inaugural chair Linda Sewell, due to her departure as CEO at OneFortyOne. OneFortyOne executive general manager Cameron MacDonald has assumed the role of deputy chair, joining the board as the co...mpany’s representative. Learn more about this new leadership duo here http://gtfih.com.au/hub-appoints-new-board- See more

12.01.2022 More headlines for our Australian-first camera trial

12.01.2022 FRIDAY FAST FACTS The Green Triangle is Australia's largest collective plantation and wood processing zone covering an area of six million hectares. This land parcel is Australia's second largest plantation area, covering almost 334,000 hectares, second only to WA which has 367,000 hectares. The estate is responsible for 32% of Australia's hard wood blue gum plantation and 23% softwood, radiata pine.

12.01.2022 WORKING AS ONE FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE Meet the members behind the Green Triangle's Primary Producers Sustainable Water Group who are actively working to become better water custodians, focused on sustainably growing their respective sectors whilst supporting the environment. The Hub has been proud to coordinate the strategy behind this important research plan, supported by highly respected hydrogeologist Glenn Harrington.

11.01.2022 FRIDAY FAST FACTS It is a unique fact of forestry that the trees we enjoy and use today are the product of more than a century of commitment to this region. The trees are the legacy of many of our second, third and in some cases, fourth generation workforce. The industry relies on sound planning that anticipates evolving needs. Our approach is always long term and is critical to ensuring our children and grandchildren share in the same benefits that we enjoy today. Learn more about the region's forest history here: https://www.forestrysa.com.au//history-of-forestrysa/fore/

10.01.2022 HI-TECH CAMERA TO ENHANCE GREEN TRIANGLE FIRE MANAGEMENT An eager eyed robotic camera with the ability to undertake a 360-degree scan of the landscape is anticipated to enhance fire management across the Green Triangle this summer. A sophisticated FireHawk camera has been installed on the Bluff communication tower at Tantanoola, halfway between Millicent and Mount Gambier, in an Australian-first to test the capability of the computer aided fire detection and risk managemen...t system. Early trials have shown the camera can detect fire up to 30km away. Learn more here: http://gtfih.com.au/hi-tech-camera-to-enhance-green-triang/

09.01.2022 FOREST SOWS SEEDS FOR LONG-TERM COVID MANAGEMENT PLAN Strict coronavirus mitigation plans have allowed the Green Triangle forest and timber sector to maintain business flow which the industry believes provides a convincing case for a long-term border travel exemption. With the Federal Government urging State Government’s to collaborate in the creation of an Agriculture Workers Code, the Green Triangle Forest Industries Hub has highlighted the importance of using the forestry ...sector template as a model for long-term border food and fibre travel exemption. Hub acting chair Ian McDonnell said the sector welcomed the proposal for a national agriculture travel plan, similar to that introduced to the freight sector, in an effort to protect and sustain local jobs, providing certainty for long-term business planning. Read more here: http://gtfih.com.au/forest-sows-seeds-for-long-term-covid-/

09.01.2022 FRIDAY FAST FACTS These millions of tiny seedlings are the first step in the life style of our Green Triangle plantation. A dedicated team of staff work in the nursery tending to these seedings to ensure they are in optimal health, between eight and 14 months old, when they are replanted into the forest. This planting occurs during the wet winter months when soils are in their best condition.

08.01.2022 Have you been dreaming of a career in forestry, harvest or haulage - here is your gateway opportunity!!

08.01.2022 FRIDAY FAST FACTS If the nation's forest industry plant one billion trees over the next 10 years an additional 18 million tonnes of carbon dioxide will be sequestered per year by 2030. Another important step assisting our community to tackle climate change. To learn more about the Green Triangle's climate solution plan visit www.gtfih.com.au

08.01.2022 The CFS needs you this summer!! A great opportunity to learn new skills, meet new people and give back to your community.

07.01.2022 There are only a few days left to apply - don't miss out on this important opportunity to have a direct voice to the Victorian State Government

07.01.2022 TONY PASIN MP MEMBER FOR BARKER APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR $40M FORESTRY RECOVERY FUND Member for Barker Tony Pasin has welcomed the opening of applications for the ...Forestry Recovery Development Fund, which will provide $40 million in grant funding to help industry recover from the devastating summer bushfires. Mr Pasin said competitive grants of between $1 million and $5 million would strengthen industry and create jobs in our forestry communities. The summer bushfires impacted 130,000 hectares of plantation forests and about 2 million hectares of public native forest available for timber production, Mr Pasin said. The bushfires have hit the forestry sector, not only in locations where fires directly destroyed plantations and processing facilities but right across the entire sector. The Forestry Recovery Development Fund will support Australia’s forestry industries to build back better by investing in publicprivate partnerships that deliver innovation and industry diversification for longterm success. Our Government is committed to supporting the forest industry in its recovery, which is why grants will be available for a number of projects, including upgrading existing facilities and technology, installing new facilities and diversification to make the business more resilient. We want to ensure the forestry industry is in a strong position to continue to grow and recover, and the Federal Government will be there every step of the way. Mr Pasin is encouraging the local forestry sector in the Limestone Coast to apply for funding. Grants will be delivered through a competitive grants process with applications now open for projects to be completed by 30 June 2023. The guidelines and information on applying for the grants can be found on the Grant Connect and Community Grants Hub websites.

06.01.2022 Important funding announced today for the GT to support freight efficiency and wood flow. Almost 16km of Border Road, between Dergholm Road to Casterton Penola Road, will be upgraded to a standard capable of accommodating A-double heavy vehicles which access about 7500 hectares of plantation estate in the area. This important investment will reduce the estimated number of loads annually by 20 per cent.

06.01.2022 Softwood was emerging as the next big export cargo 10 years on from the opening of the Port of Portland. Take a step back in time 40 years to see how the community was reacting to the use of its modern port facility.

05.01.2022 FRIDAY FAST FACTS Australia's forest product industry contributes $20 billion to the economy annually, according to the Australian Bureau of Agricultural Resource Economics and Science. The sector contributes about 11 per cent of the Green Triangle's total economic output valued at $2.6 billion.

05.01.2022 Looking forward to seeing the extended cut of this Port feature which includes interviews with some local icons who were invaluable in setting up forestry as a key commodity.

04.01.2022 There will be some new eyes in the sky protecting Green Triangle plantations and the broader community this fire season - the industry is proud to invest in this new technology which is set to revolutionise fire detection

04.01.2022 FRIDAY FAST FACTS The Green Triangle forestry sector's total economic contribution (direct and indirect) accounts for 11.5 per cent of the region's total economic output. The sector contributes more than $2.6 billion in output in the Green Triangle and $3.4 billion in output nationally.

03.01.2022 Strengthening a circular economy - great to see wood biomass used to fuel this multi million dollar upgrade

01.01.2022 More new timber jobs for the GT supporting the next generation of the workforce