News Planting trees of tomorrow: Students create living legacy 30 July 2024 Exeter High School Farm, in collaboration with the Forest Education Foundation, is proud to announce the establishment of a multi-species shelterbelt on the school property.
News Tasmanian RFA outcomes report released 29 July 2024 The outcomes report for the fifth review of the Tasmanian Regional Forestry Agreement(RFA) has been released. The report marks the first stage in the independent review process, which will now progress to stakeholder consultation.
News Tasmanian students and seedlings grow together 25 July 2024 More than 2000 Tasmanian students are set to immerse themselves in the wonders of Tasmanian forests through a unique educational initiative.
News New Corporate Plan released 01 July 2024 The Corporate Plan sets out Private Forests Tasmania's strategic direction, including our purpose, our goals and priorities for the next three years. Private Forest Tasmania's purpose is to facilitate and expand the sustainable development of…
News Sustainability, profitability and resilience in focus 24 June 2024 The Perennial Prosperity Project is making significant strides in transforming the agricultural landscape of Tasmania.
News New fee schedule for private timber reserves 24 June 2024 As of 1 July 2024, the private timber reserve application fee will increase from $623.00 to $654.50.
News Embracing Opportunities in Tasmania's Forests: Meet PFT’s new Operations Manager 05 June 2024 Forestry has been in Jarrod Burn’s blood since he was a child working alongside his father on a forest harvesting operation.
News Exciting interactive forestry knowledge hub launched 02 May 2024 Private Forests Tasmania has launched an interactive knowledge hub for Tasmanian landowners to learn about the positive impact integrating commercial trees can have on their properties.
News $450,000 farm forestry grant recipients revealed 02 May 2024 Nearly 250 hectares of trees will be planted and the carbon outcomes researched as part of a new grant program supporting Tasmanian farmers.
News $100M Australian Forest and Wood Innovations officially opens 13 March 2024 The future of sustainable forestry received a significant boost this week with the official launch of the $100 million Australian Forest and Wood Innovations (AFWI) program.
News Final Report now available: Assessing the efficiency of mechanised hardwood thinning operations 07 March 2024 Tasmania, along with the broader Australia, currently faces a significant wood supply shortage, particularly in the building and construction sector.
News New Chair optimistic about future of private forestry 06 February 2024 Private Forests Tasmania’s new Chair Jim Wilson is no stranger to Tasmania’s, or Australia’s, forestry industry.
News A long view: Evan Rolley reflects on five decades in the forestry sector 25 January 2024 Former Private Forests Tasmania Chair Evan Rolley penned a reflection on his 50-year career working in the Tasmanian and national forestry industry. Mr Rolley's tenure with PFT ended on January 23.
News Appointment of new PFT Chair and Board members 24 January 2024 Tasmania’s thriving private forest sector is set for further growth with the appointment of a new Chair and Directors to the Board of Private Forests Tasmania (PFT).
News A journey of agroforestry knowledge exchange 02 November 2023 PFT Agriforester Molly Marshall embarked on an eye-opening journey to Japan in April, where she joined a group of Australian forest industry leaders for a knowledge exchange tour across central Honshu to delve into the intricacies and opportunities…
News Forest Foresight - Collaborative Forest Intelligence 01 November 2023 Project Forest Foresight: Enhancing Tasmania's Fire & Forest Management through collaborative technology insights.
News Forestry is at an inflection point: Meet PFT's new CEO 01 November 2023 Article by Tasmanian Forests and Forest Products Network. Dr Elizabeth Pietrzykowski is most at peace when she’s out in the bush or close to nature. Private Forests Tasmania’s new Chief Executive grew up in Claremont with her parents and older…
News PFT's 2022-23 Annual Report now available 23 October 2023 Private Forests Tasmania is pleased to present its 2022-23 Annual Report, tabled in Parliament on October 19 by Minister for Resources, Felix Ellis.