Forest Talk

Mandating the processing of resource consents to within one-year for wood processing facilities and related activities announced by Government as part of last month’s resource management reform proposals is welcomed by the Wood Processors and Manufacturers Association (WPMA).



“In the current period of uncertainty due to escalating energy prices, it is encouraging to hear of the positive actions the government is proposing under the RMA reform to in..... more

Nokian Tyres’ new tyre size for the Forest King F2 tyre family meets the increasing demands of Cut to Length (CTL) forestry machines, particularly the larger, more powerful forwarders and harvesters now being deployed in the industry.

Nokian Tyres Forest King F2 is a tyre designed for harvesters and forwarders used in the forestry industry. Featuring a protective tread design with strong shoulders, it provides strong functionality on tracks and chain..... more

Combilift secured awards in two categories at the UK Materials Handling Association Awards held in Birmingham last month. Up against some of the biggest names in Material handling, the company walked away with the coveted ‘Ergonomic Innovation of the Year’ and ‘Manufacturer Product Innovation of the Year’ awards.

The Combi-CB70E was highlighted for its ergonomic design. The seven-tonne electric-powered, multidirectional counterbalance forklift i..... more

Tangata whenua guardian group, Tunaiti Kaitiaki Rōpū and Waikato Regional Council are partnering on a project to prevent the further spread of wilding pines at Hauturu Motu/Clark Island, off the coast of Whangamatā. 

Hauturu is one of four islands that comprise Tunaiti Motu. Tunaiti Kaitiaki Rōpū is working towards the upkeep of the islands as wildlife sanctuaries, protecting its native flora, fauna and archaeological sites.

Kaitiaki spoke..... more

Priority investment in road improvements and projects in the north and south of Auckland will eventually ease major freight and transport bottlenecks, says the Employers and Manufacturers Association (EMA).

Further public transport funding commitments in the east and west of the city will also help take pressure off already heavily congested road transport corridors, says EMA Head of Advocacy, Alan McDonald.

"The more than $2 billion committed ..... more

The estimated 1.5 billion-plus global audience for this year’s Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup will witness not only spectacularly fast races from the AC75 competitors, including Emirates Team New Zealand, but also a showcase of the New Zealand engineering skills supporting the biggest-ever programme of Cup races, also including women’s and youth events.

“What people see on the surface, with yachts such as Emirates Team New Zealand reaching speeds o..... more