Explore the Murray Region Forestry Hub through our interactive map, detailed statistics and visual gallery. The map highlights key industry sites, supply areas and project locations across the region.
Learn more about our well managed, sustainable plantation forests.
Statistics The softwood industry in the Murray Region is a major economic driver, employing over 11,000 people nationwide, directly and indirectly. Over 90% of the wood grown here is processed locally, contributing significantly to the regional economy.
KEY STATISTICS INCLUDE:
Region produces ~700,000 tonnes of paper products per year.
The region uses more than 3.2m tonnes of softwood to manufacture a number of products such as solid construction products, panels, paperboard and other products.
The sector in the MRFH generates more than $3.8 billion in gross regional output.
The sector directly employs more than 2,000 locals directly and another 9,000 indirectly.
More than 98% of the plantation in the region are certified internationally to either PEFC or FSC.
Explore the Hub’s active and completed projects aimed at strengthening the forestry sector, fostering sustainability and driving innovation.
