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🌲 Edition #2 - August 2024 | Murray Region Fore

🌲 Edition #2 - August 2024 | Murray Region Forestry Newsletter 🌲⁠
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Welcome to the latest edition of the Murray Region Forestry newsletter!⁠
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Our team at MRFH is committed to keeping you updated on the latest developments, challenges, and opportunities in this vital sector and the communities that support it. Look out for political and policy updates, funding opportunities, and more.⁠
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Your input matters to us! We encourage you to share your thoughts and suggestions so we can continue to strengthen our forests, our industry, and the communities we serve.⁠
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Thank you for being part of our community. Enjoy this edition of our newsletter! 🌱⁠
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Read here 👉🏼 https://zcu.nz/WOiX?m=0⁠
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🌲 Happy National Forestry Day! 🌲⁠ ⁠ Toda

🌲 Happy National Forestry Day! 🌲⁠
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Today, we celebrate the incredible work our members and the broader forest industry do to combat climate change, support our economy, and produce the sustainable products Australians rely on every day.⁠
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From timber house-frames to paper cups, Australia's forestry supply chain is essential, creating climate-friendly items we can't live without! 🌍⁠
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With 80,000 direct jobs and 100,000 indirect jobs, many in rural areas, this $24 billion sector is vital to our nation. This year's theme, Nature’s Carbon Store, highlights our role in storing carbon and helping Australia achieve its net-zero goals.⁠
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As demand for timber and wood fibre is set to quadruple by 2050, our sector leads the world in sustainable forest management, setting an example with careful replanting and environmental practices. 🌳⁠
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Whether it’s the timber in your home or the cardboard box from your latest delivery, Australia's forest products are the backbone of so many everyday items.⁠
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Celebrate with us and support sustainable forestry!⁠
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🌳🏫 Proud to share the heartwarming story of

🌳🏫 Proud to share the heartwarming story of Rosewood State School! 🌟⁠
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For years, Rosewood has been a hub of learning and a beacon in the forest industry. With over 80 alumni thriving in this field, it's a testament to their impact.⁠
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Recently, they faced a safety concern next to their grounds—a plantation turned hazard. But in true community fashion, industry leaders and local heroes stepped up.⁠
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Thanks to our members Hyne, Bergins, Visy, Southern Cross Forests, and Lehmans, the area is now safe for kids to play. But it doesn't stop there!⁠
Plans are brewing to turn this space into an educational haven, complete with school animals. 🐾💡⁠
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The support doesn't end—funds are pouring in to make this dream a reality.⁠
This is more than a cleanup—it's a story of unity, generosity, and dedication to our youngest members. Let's celebrate and inspire others to make a difference!⁠
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Read more 👉🏼 Link in Bio⁠
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🔄 Going around in circles takes on a whole new

🔄 Going around in circles takes on a whole new perspective at Tumut! ⁠
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🌞Visy's impressive stacker reclaimer in action is pretty impressive especially against the backdrop of stunning weather. ⁠
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🌲 Australia's first of its kind, this marvel has revolutionized wood chip storage, extending it from 6 to 22 days. Ensuring a more sustainable future for the softwood forestry industry! 🌿 ⁠
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🌲🌿 Celebrating National Forestry Day today T

🌲🌿 Celebrating National Forestry Day today Tuesday, August 22nd at the serene National Foresters’ Grove in Lavington. 🌳🌱⁠
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The Murray Region Forestry Hub (MRFH) and the Softwoods Working Group (SWG) kicked the day off with a heartwarming tree-planting ceremony followed by a delightful morning tea today at National Foresters’ Grove Lavington.⁠
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National Forestry Day is a tribute to the forest industry's tireless efforts in battling climate change, generating employment opportunities, and crafting coveted products like house frames, cardboard boxes, and even eco-friendly paper straws—all sourced sustainably.⁠
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Let's unite on this National Forestry Day to applaud the forest industry's remarkable achievements and its pivotal role in building a sustainable future for all. 🌳🌎🏡 ⁠
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🌳 New Leadership, New Horizons 🌳⁠ ⁠ Exci

🌳 New Leadership, New Horizons 🌳⁠
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Exciting times ahead for WoodSolutions! Congratulations Kevin Peachey, the newly appointed Head of Built Environment Programs at Forest & Wood Products Australia (FWPA) and the lead for WoodSolutions Program. 🎉⁠
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With a wealth of experience in the industry, Kevin's passion and expertise make him the perfect fit to lead the WoodSolutions Team. He has been instrumental in fostering collaboration and understanding within the sector, and now, he's eager to take WoodSolutions to new heights. 🚀⁠
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Joining forces with Karl-Heinz Weiss, an esteemed industry consultant known for his work in engineered timber, Kevin will be evaluating and expanding the program's strategy and objectives. Together, they aim to empower the design and build industry with valuable practical information on timber usage. 🏗️⁠
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WoodSolutions has been a reliable resource for the industry for over 12 years, consistently evolving to meet users' needs. From bringing CPD presentations online during the pandemic to organizing international study tours, the team is committed to promoting timber innovation in construction. 🌍⁠
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Collaboration with FWPA members and industry stakeholders is central to the program's mission of facilitating informed decision-making about wood and wood products in the built environment. Together, let's shape a sustainable and exciting future for construction. 🏡💚⁠
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Learn more 👉🏼 Link in Bio⁠
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🌿 The Ultimate Renewable Reignited 🌿⁠ ⁠

🌿 The Ultimate Renewable Reignited 🌿⁠
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Exciting news! The latest edition of The Ultimate Renewable campaign is set to launch across Australia from August 20! 📅 This $1.8 million initiative focuses on the journey from seedlings to the final wood product, promoting the incredible transgenerational benefits of wood. 🌳⁠
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This year, the campaign challenges consumer perceptions of forestry by showcasing harvested and replanted trees, reinforcing the message that wood is, indeed, The Ultimate Renewable resource. 💚⁠
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And guess what? The charismatic Adam Dovile, the renowned builder and TV presenter, will once again be the campaign's ambassador! 🎥⁠
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The campaign extends its focus from construction to include the entire journey of wood, from planting to utilization. 🌱 Accompanied by captivating videos and images of forestry and children in wood-rich environments, it conveys the importance of growing and using more certified wood to tackle climate change for future generations. 🌍⁠
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Together, let's champion sustainability and amplify The Ultimate Renewable message! 🙌⁠
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Learn more 👉🏼 Link in Bio⁠
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🌳🌲 Exciting News for the Forest and Timber I

🌳🌲 Exciting News for the Forest and Timber Industry in the Murray Region! 🌳🌲⁠
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The Murray Region Forestry Hub has taken a significant step towards shaping the future of our industry! 🚀 ForestWorks was engaged to conduct a comprehensive study to assess the current and future workforce skills and training needs within our region's forestry and wood products sector.⁠
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This study aims to identify essential areas for improvement, address workforce gaps, and pinpoint skill needs for the industry's sustainable growth. 📚 Additionally, it delves into the challenges faced in attracting, recruiting, and retaining skilled workers in our vibrant sector.⁠
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By analysing data from Hub-wide surveys and drawing insights from the 2021 Census, the report sheds light on critical information that will help us understand our strengths and areas of development. 💪 Our collective goal is to build a skilled and safe workforce that will contribute to the long-term success of the industry.⁠
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This report is a valuable resource for shaping strategies and forming partnerships with educational institutions and governments to meet the industry's training and skill requirements. 🤝 It's essential to align our actions with the sector's current and future goals, and this study provides the necessary insights to achieve that.⁠
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As members of the Forest and Timber Industry in the Murray Region, let's celebrate this milestone and stay tuned for the exciting opportunities and developments that lie ahead! 🎉 Together, we can foster a dynamic and thriving workforce in our region.⁠
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#MurrayRegionForestryHub #ForestAndTimberIndustry #SkillsAndTraining #WorkforceDevelopment #Sustainability #Partnerships #IndustryGrowth⁠
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Read full report 👉🏼 https://bit.ly/3XZgtai⁠
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Congratulations to Kristina Kaminski on her appoin

Congratulations to Kristina Kaminski on her appointment as the new Site Manager of the Hyne Tumbarumba Mill! 🎉⁠
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Since joining the company in February 2023 as the Mill's Operations Manager, Kristina has consistently demonstrated her exceptional leadership skills, innovative thinking, and unwavering commitment to safety and sustainability. Now, as the first female to hold the position of Site Manager, she is breaking barriers and inspiring us all.⁠
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Under Kristina's guidance, she can expect even greater achievements and advancements in the mill's operations. Her expertise in high-paced manufacturing will undoubtedly drive Hyne's success to new heights. Congratulations Kristina!⁠
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This appointment marks a significant milestone for Hyne Timber as they continue to foster gender diversity and promote inclusive leadership within their organisation. Kristina's success is a testament to her hard work and dedication.⁠
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Join us in celebrating Kristina Kaminski's well-deserved promotion and wishing her all the best in her new role as Site Manager. 🌟⁠
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🎉 Celebrating a Timber Industry Stalwart's Reti

🎉 Celebrating a Timber Industry Stalwart's Retirement! 🎉⁠
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After 25 years with Visy Pulp and Paper, Kenneth Epp, who was with the Tumut mill from its establishment in 2001, has retired.⁠
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Chair of the Softwoods Working Group and Murray Region Forestry Hub, Peter Crowe OAM, said Mr Epp played a major role in the development of the plantation-based forestry industries and in particular the establishment of the Visy enterprise near Tumut.⁠
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“The Visy mill at Tumut is a global-sized pulp and packaging plant and is the largest softwood plantation-based investment ever constructed in Australia. Even more remarkable is its establishment near a relatively small regional town, which meant Kenneth had numerous logistical and operational challenges to meet to make this mill a reality,” he said.⁠
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“The project brought Kenneth’s great talents of communication, negotiation, and technical expertise to the fore and he is widely respected across the industry. Because of his valuable participation in guiding the project to a highly successful enterprise – his contribution to the wider community is almost immeasurable.⁠
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“Kenneth’s ability to assemble a huge portfolio of pulpwood and chips supplies was no mean feat and his legacy in this regard will endure. The assembly of a large array of mechanical harvesting and transport vehicles and having them operating 24/7 was a mighty challenge – successfully met.⁠
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“The pulpwood thinning's from young plantations have set up the plantation estate in NSW for maximum production of a high-quality product – much of this would not have been possible without Kenneth’s efforts on behalf of Visy.”⁠
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Read more about Kenneth's journey 👉🏼Link in Bio⁠
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📸 Photo: Ron Hardwick and Kenneth Epp at Sugar Pine Walk, Bago State Forest, Laurel Hill.⁠
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🌱📢 Join the AgriFutures Carbon Conversations

🌱📢 Join the AgriFutures Carbon Conversations in Wagga Wagga on Monday, July 10, from 1:30pm to 5:00pm. ⁠
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AgriFutures Australia is hitting the road with the inaugural AgriFutures Carbon Conversations, aiming to gain insights into the opportunities and challenges we face as we strive to achieve the ambitious goal of net zero carbon emissions by 2050.⁠
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This event provides a unique platform to engage with industry experts, network with like-minded individuals, and discuss solutions such as renewable energy growth, electrification, energy efficiency, and the development of a robust carbon capture, utilization, and storage industry.⁠
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By understanding your specific opportunities and challenges and listening to the strategies you have in place, AgriFutures Australia can better plan and provide targeted support where it's needed most to shape a Net Zero Future.⁠
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Hosted by AgriFutures Australia Chair, Cathy McGowan AO, and Managing Director, John Harvey, the AgriFutures Carbon Conversations will be an informative and engaging session.⁠
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Here are the details:⁠
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📅 Date: Monday, July 10, 2023⁠
⏲️ Time: 1:30pm - 5:00pm AEST⁠
🏛️ Location: The Mantra Pavilion Hotel, 22-30 Kincaid St, Wagga Wagga, NSW⁠
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Register now at 👉🏼 Link in Bio⁠
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🌳📢 Join Forestry Australia for an upcoming I

🌳📢 Join Forestry Australia for an upcoming Information Session: Support Plantation Establishment Program 🌱⁠
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Date: Thursday 13 July⁠
Time: 12.30pm – 1.10pm (AEST)⁠
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We are excited to announce the $73.8 million Support Plantation Establishment program, recently introduced by the Australian Government. This program aims to secure Australia's future domestic wood supply and contribute to the country's carbon emission reduction commitments. Grants will be available to private industry, First Nations businesses, farm foresters, and state and territory government forestry enterprises.⁠
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To learn more about the program, please visit the Community Grants Hub website 👉🏼 https://bit.ly/439Jl0k⁠
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This information session aims to provide an introduction and overview of the program, specifically tailored for farmers and small growers, but it is open to anyone interested in understanding more about the grant. The session will cover key aspects such as the grant program details, eligibility criteria, permissible use of grant money, application process, and available application resources. Additionally, there will be a Q&A session where participants can get their queries addressed and find further information.⁠
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Registration is open for both Forestry Australia Members and Non-Members, and the best part is that it's absolutely free! Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore the Support Plantation Establishment Program.⁠
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Register now to secure your spot! Registrations close at 10:00am (AEST) on Wednesday 12 July.⁠
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REGISTER 👉🏼 LINK IN BIO⁠
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