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24.01.2022 The roll of toilet paper in our economy. - Published by TimberBiz. Last week’s ‘rush to retail’ by consumers in South Australia was a reminder of the time earlier this year when much of the nation was engaged in the panic buying game. Nowhere was this more obvious or remarked upon than in supplies of toilet paper. Source: Industry Edge Despite the supply chain holding up in the nationwide lockdown, there was no standing in the way of SA consumers. They did their best to empty...Continue reading

24.01.2022 A few months ago I sat down with professional forester, Mark Poynter and Gary Blackwood MP. We recorded a series of videos discussing the truth and benefits of ...a sustainable native timber industry. Importantly, we bust some well peddled myths along the way. Mark Poynter has spent 40 years working as a forester and has impressive knowledge and experience. As a avid supporter of our sustainable native timber industry, I believe we should be embracing and supporting our timber industry which operates under world best practice. This video is the first in my series.

22.01.2022 Institute of Foresters of Australia seek an apology after an academic paper suggesting forestry harvesting activities make forests more bush fire prone was withdrawn.

21.01.2022 FRIDAY FAST FACTS The Green Triangle Forest Industries Hub has set a target of being completely waste free by 2030. This means every part of every tree will be utilised, translating to 10 per cent more product.

20.01.2022 "I got nine toes and I got 10 fingers!" We couldn't resist bringing back this story of legendary sawmiller Ralph Affleck from 2014. You'll be pleased to hear Ralph is still going strong at 90 and lives with his wife in Warwick.

19.01.2022 FRIDAY FAST FACTS The Green Triangle forest and timber industry has unrivalled expertise in terms of knowledge and capability on growing two high quality tree s...pecies, pinus radiata and bluegum (eucalyptus globulus). Maintaining this expertise is dependent upon knowledge management and transfer, supported by the retention and attraction of a skilled and suited workforce. The Hub has identified the need to protect and future proof its workforce in the industry strategic plan, recognising the need to attract and retain individuals with tomorrow's skills, providing long-term careers in an attractive and safe industry. Learn more about the Hub's strategic plan here: http://gtfih.com.au///GreenTriangleStrategicPlan_FINAL.pdf

17.01.2022 As we approach the local council elections, Tim Johnston, VAFI CEO strongly encourages us to look closely at our local candidates and find out who is supportive to the timber industry. What is their position on a Wood Encouragement Policy? Will they promote new tree planting? Will they work to support harvesters and processors? - Opinion article by Timberbiz.

15.01.2022 Sustainable forest management has multiple benefits to the community including maintaining biodiversity, providing recreation and tourism opportunities, cultural connection and a sustainable, renewable resource for the timber industry. Photo courtesy of Moorabool Shire Council

14.01.2022 Timber products are renewable, store carbon, and are a more environmentally sustainable natural resource.

14.01.2022 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/ See more

14.01.2022 We are: investing $1.1million to upgrade fire surveillance and prevention across South East forestry assets. staffing the fire tower network for the upc...oming season, works are underway to provide additional maintenance to the forestry fire towers (some are 80 years old). delivering extra fuel reduction burns and extra funds for firefighting equipment. building on the long history of collaboration and sitting down with the forest industry to agree on the most effective use of the spend, including using new technology for fire risk mitigation. https://borderwatch.com.au//1-1m-boost-for-forestry-fire/ Limestone Coast Community News Forestry SA

09.01.2022 $20 Billion is the contribution made to the economy annually by Australia's forest product industry, according to the Australian Bureau of Agricultural Resource Economics and Science.

09.01.2022 The Australian Government is inviting applications from privately owned wood processing facilities that were impacted by the 2019-20 bushfires, in a restricted competitive process, to apply for a grant under the $40 million Forestry Recovery Development Fund Program.

08.01.2022 You may be interested in this article by TimberBiz about the Victorian Government's Native Timber Transition Plan.

08.01.2022 For your information.

08.01.2022 TTV President Cr Karen Stephen’s welcomes Senator Duniam’s comments. The forestry industry is valuable.

07.01.2022 Deb Kerr announced as inaugural Victorian Forest Products Association CEO. The original media release is here: https://ausfpa.com.au//Media_Release_-_Deb_Kerr_announced_

06.01.2022 There are over 16,000 jobs in the Victorian forest industry sector. The majority of those are product manufacturing - turning timber into beautiful items for our everyday use. Photo courtesy of Australian Sustainable Hardwoods Vic Ash

04.01.2022 https://www.timberbiz.com.au/wwf-confused-over-deforestati/

03.01.2022 The Softwoods Working Group has called for a greater partnership between the government and private forestry plantations when it comes to bushfires. Peter Crowe..., chairman of the Softwoods Working Group, said a greater partnership would have great benefits. https://www.timberbiz.com.au/softwoods-group-wants-stronge/

03.01.2022 Victoria's timber industry plays a vital role in bushfire management, and a shut down to the industry will compromise the states bushfire response capacity. - Victoria’s Inspector General for Emergency Management Tony Pearce: Inquiry Into the 2019-20 Victorian Bushfire Season report. Source: Timberbiz

02.01.2022 Native timber harvesting. A Freedom Of Information request has been lodged by the Native Timber Taskforce to the Victorian Government around its decision to phase out / cease native timber harvesting. - Article attached: Timberbiz

02.01.2022 You may be interested to hear about the research work in Mt Gambier South Australia run by national forestry cooperative Tree Breeding Australia.

01.01.2022 FRIDAY FAST FACTS Did you know plantation forestry takes up only six per cent of land mass in the Green Triangle? These forests play an important role in keepin...g our air and water clean, providing renewable products for construction, securing thousands of jobs whilst providing beautiful spaces for us to enjoy. See more

01.01.2022 You may be interested in this article on FSC Australia and native forest harvesting. - Timberbiz