The Gippsland Forestry Hub has announced its 2024/25 committee, reflecting a dynamic blend of expertise across its Executive and General Committees.
The Executive Committee, led by Chair Trevor Nicklen, continues to focus on sustainable forestry initiatives, while the General Committee introduces fresh perspectives, including members from diverse sectors such as local government, education, and industry. This year’s appointments aim to strengthen the Hub’s mission of fostering innovation and sustainability in Gippsland’s forestry sector.
Executive Committee
Chair: Trevor Nicklen, DEECA
Vice Chair: Simon Gatt, AKD
Treasurer: Ian Reid, AusTimber
Lou Bourke, HVP
Tony Cantwell, Committee 4 Gippsland
Tom Schraenkler, Sumitomo Forestry Australia
Jon Lambert, Heartwood Unlimited
Steven Zyhajlo, Opal
Lesia Goodwin, Gippsland Forestry Hub
General Committee
Mark Coleman, Wellington Shire Council
Tony Britton, Radial Timber
Angela & Luke Olarenshaw, Alberton Timber
Julian Hay, AKD
Linda Austin, TAFE GIPPSLAND
Peter Devonshire, Gippsland Agroforestry Network
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