Forest Talk

Hundreds of Canterbury students and teachers recently explored the world of forestry through Discover Forestry’s  Wood is Good days and Grow Me bus trips, gaining first-hand experience of the people, processes and technology that drive the sector.  The interactive days allow students and teachers to engage directly with foresters, logging trucks, drones, measurement and science, giving them a deeper appreciation for the work behind the wood we us..... more

The forest has always been a special place for Kiana Sayer-White. And with her father, Aaron, and older brother, Kasey, being in the industry, you could say forestry is in her blood.

But throughout her early years of school, that wasn’t where she was heading. For a long time, she planned a future in farming. Despite being accepted for university, the love of the forest kept chipping away at Kiana, and towards the end of school, she decided to try and..... more

There is still time to nominate outstanding native forest initiatives for the 2026 Growing Native Forest Champions Awards, but only just, with nominations closing on Friday 17 April.

Now in their second year, the awards recognise individuals and organisations leading the establishment and restoration of native forests across New Zealand. They celebrate practical, on‑the‑ground efforts that support biodiversity, strengthen land resilience, and deliver..... more

OneFortyOne and Port Nelson are the new naming sponsors for the 2026 Top of the South Wood Council Forestry Awards.

Taking place on 31 July at the Trafalgar Centre, Nelson, the flagship biennial event celebrates excellence, innovation and leadership across the forestry sector in Te Tauihu (top of the South Island).

Top of the South Wood Council Chairman, Steve Chandler, says the partnership marks an exciting step forward for the awards.

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Penske Australia & New Zealand has appointed Stephen Kelly as the General Manager of its Penske New Zealand business.

Having joined Penske in November, Mr Kelly brings vast senior leadership experience across dealership, sales, parts and service operations.

In his role, he will oversee all New Zealand branch operations, including energy solutions, mining, commercial vehicles, defence, marine and rail, and he will continue to be based at Penske’..... more

This month’s Iron Test takes place in the Kaingaroa Forest, just off the Million Dollar Highway between Murupara and Kawerau, where the Thomassen crew is operating.  The target is the robust and powerful looking John Deere 953M, coupled with a New Zealand-made Quadco QB4400 fixed felling head.

The 9 litre, 330HP, John Deere is running three hydraulic pumps, 532 litres per minute (l/min), 114 l/min and 135 l/min. It impresses with its seamless po..... more