In September 2023, Gippsland Forestry Hub’s General Manager, Lesia Goodwin participated in the Gippsland Fores Dialogue’s ‘What’s Next’ Dialogue. Over the course of 3 days, the third Gippsland Forest Dialogue covered conversations on the future of Gippsland’s forests and forest dependent communities. In particular, exploring ways to support the aspirations of Traditional Owners, and other…
From October 15 to October 18, foresters, forest growers and scientists, and industry supporters from across the Asia-Pacific region converged at the Twin Towns Conference Centre in Coolangatta for the 2023 ANZIF Conference, a collaborative effort by Forestry Australia and The New Zealand Institute of Forestry. Under the theme “Embracing Our Natural Capital: The Science,…
Gippsland Forestry Hub’s General Manager, Lesia Goodwin, attended VicForests Farm Forestry Field day on Friday 27th October. Organised by the VicForests Farm Forestry team, the Gippsland Farm Forestry Program’s main objective is to encourage and support the establishment and management of plantations on farms to contribute to future timber supply. Grants under the program encourage…
The Gippsland Forestry Hub held its Annual General Meeting on October 24th, 2023, at the Morwell Innovation Centre, marking a crucial gathering of stakeholders to discuss and plan for the future of the region’s forestry industry. Chaired by Simon Gatt of AKD, the meeting commenced with a warm welcome. The attendees, including members of the…
In 2022, Hancock Victorian Plantations (HVP) entered into a $120 million agreement with the Victorian Government to increase the Victorian plantation forestry estate via the Gippsland Plantations Investment Program (GPIP). The GPIP involves a State Government commitment of $120 million to contribute to the acquisition of private lands in Gippsland for the sole purpose of…
In partnership with the University of Tasmania (UTAS), the Australian Government has established an Australia-wide National Institute for Forest Products Innovation, under the operational name of Australian Forest and Wood Innovations (AFWI). AFWI will receive over $100 million in funding from the Australian Government between 2022-23 to 2026-27. AFWI is based in Launceston at UTAS…
Rohan Greeves is the Mill Operator at Alberton Timber – he’s been with this family business for the last three years after running his own bricklaying business for many years. He enjoys the camaraderie, and everyone working together to support each other on site every day. Timber Mill Operator from Food & Fibre Gippsland on…
Elizabeth believes there is a huge range of skill sets required in the timber industry and she’s proud of what she does – planting a valuable resource that is good for the environment. Elizabeth – Nursery Worker from Food & Fibre Gippsland on Vimeo.
Jess is a Seed Orchard Technician at HVP Plantations in Gippsland’s Wellington Shire. Seed Orchard Technician from Food & Fibre Gippsland on Vimeo.
Nathan is the Plantation Timber Nursery Manager at HVP Plantation in Gelliondale. Plantation Timber Nursery Manager from Food & Fibre Gippsland on Vimeo.