Forest Talk

Official figures show alcohol and drugs are the number one contributing factor in fatal road crashes in New Zealand. In 2022 alcohol and drugs were contributors to 200 fatal crashes on our roads. Despite this, only 26% of drivers think they are likely to be caught drug driving. 

Government’s new legislation to enable roadside drug testing will reduce drug-related road accidents, reduce injuries, save taxpayer money, and most importantly, save li..... more

Scion has launched a new interactive learning app designed to empower rangatahi (young people) and communities with knowledge about myrtle rust.

Developed with a focus on accessibility and engagement, the ‘E heke e Heka!’ app combines innovative technology with culturally relevant content in both Te Reo Māori and English, for a diverse audience aged 12 and above.

Students from three kura (Whakarewarewa School, Te Rangihakahaka Centre for Scienc..... more

According to the Climate Forestry Association (CFA) the blame for the failure of last month’s Emission Trading Scheme (ETS) auction can be laid squarely at the feet of the Climate Change Commission along with the previous Labour Green Government - reflecting a series of manufactured crises rather than a fundamental issue with the market.

The quarterly ETS auction failed to attract any bids, following a partial clearance of units in March – raising $1..... more

It’s obvious somebody is doing something very different with this Komatsu PC300FX at PJ and DA Stephens Logging Contractors Taupo, and judging by the glowing report that owner and part-time operator, Pete Stephens, has on this machine, different is Very good, says Iron Test writer, Tim Benseman.  

He continues: “As great operators get harder to come by, it's critical that cabs become better places to work and cooling is a key component to air qu..... more

A series of webinars on the Levy Vote 2024 is underway, hosted by the Forest Owners Association (FOA) and Forest Growers Levy Trust (FGLT).

The Harvested Wood Material Levy is paid by every plantation forest owner in New Zealand when their trees are harvested.

Money raised by the levy is used to support work for the collective benefit of the industry. The levy supports research and development work, health and safety initiatives, biosecurity pr..... more

A substantial consultation on work health and safety which began last month is the first step to deliver on the commitment to reforming health and safety law and regulations set out in the ACT-National Coalition Agreement, says Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden. 

“Businesses and community organisations spend a huge amount of money trying to keep people safe, but it’s worthwhile asking: are the rules and expectations propo..... more