New ZealandAratu Forests plans $500k debris nets after cyclone damage in Tairāwhiti'We have learnt much from the cyclones and are determined to keep improving,' CEO says.18 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandFighting words for forestry from Jones at regional summitRegional Development Minister Shane Jones affirms forestry's importance to Tairāwhiti.17 Oct 03:24 AM
New ZealandMarcus Musson: Positive signs from China but forest owners should hold the high-fivesSponsored content: Don’t go out and plan that trip to the Bahamas yet.11 Oct 04:00 PM
RetailTairāwhiti forestry decline hits local economyGisborne businesses are struggling as the region grapples with a decline in forestry.01 Oct 12:52 AM
New ZealandForestry not to blame for Smithfield meatworks closure, industry saysNZ Forest Owners Association says production forestry area has decreased in last 20 years.30 Sep 09:38 PM
New ZealandProposed closure of Timaru meatworks 'pretty foreboding' – minister'It's a wake-up call, we as a Government have got to take this seriously.'29 Sep 10:57 PM
New ZealandResearch centre questioned again over where it puts fundingThe Marlborough Research Centre put $20,000 into New Zealand Dryland Forests.13 Sep 03:50 AM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentMarty Verry: More forestry mills will closeOPINION: Three things need to change or we'll lose more timber mills.11 Sep 11:43 PM
New ZealandForestry sector's claims of council inexperience disputed by local environmentalistsEnvironmentalists say forestry industry needs to look at its own failings.11 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandReport reveals final tragic moments of boy killed by log at Gisborne beachOliver Shone, 11, was on holiday when he tragically was killed by a log at Waikanae Beach.06 Sep 02:13 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLarge cyclone-damaged farm in Hawke's Bay to be converted to forestryThe Italian buyer of a cyclone-hit Rissington farm wants to convert it to forestry.02 Sep 05:00 AM
New ZealandGisborne council wins legal battles, but who pays the fines?Environmentalists question if forestry companies or insurance pays penalties.23 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandPerson seriously injured after logging truck rolls"We did have three fire trucks, a Hazmat unit and a support vehicle there.”22 Aug 10:24 PM
New ZealandReplacing farms with forests: What's driving the trend?Researchers say results raise concerns but aren't a prediction of an unavoidable future.22 Aug 02:27 AM
New ZealandDigger operator deaths: Forestry industry issued with fatality alertTwo digger operators died at work within 10 days in July.20 Aug 01:54 AM
New ZealandMarcus Musson: Supply and demand causing issues for log exportsOPINION: Quarter three started with August prices down about $4/cu m from July.16 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandForestry firms fined for illegal earthworks and contaminant discharge in WaingaromiaJudge fines firms $126,000 for unlawful earthworks and discharging contaminants.14 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionGraeme Hart’s Carter Holt Harvey Equities liquidated in group overhaulThe liquidation is being carried out as part of the rationalisation of the group.'12 Aug 09:29 PM
ManufacturingMajor energy users grapple with very high power pricesSome major energy users say ruinous prices are making them lose faith in the Government.06 Aug 11:47 PM
New ZealandDigger operator who died in Kaingaroa Forest incident namedWorkSafe is investigating the Ōpōtiki man's death on Wednesday.02 Aug 03:24 AM
New ZealandWorkSafe investigates digger driver's 'tragic' death in Kaingaroa ForestWork at the forestry processing site has been suspended since Wednesday.01 Aug 08:57 PM
New Zealand'Tragic fatality': Digger driver dies after excavator submerged in forestry accidentAttempts to rescue the operator were unsuccessful and they were found dead.31 Jul 07:28 AM
New ZealandHe 'got into trouble' in school. Now he's 'living the dream''I’m pretty proud of how far I’ve come,' forestry apprentice says.24 Jul 05:03 PM
PoliticsGovt accused of trying to bury damning oil and gas ban reportThe Opposition argues the Government is hiding its inaction with 'pamphlet' strategy.10 Jul 05:22 AM
New Zealand'Any cut-back now is not good': Forestry slump could hurt future biofuel supplyNew data shows a sharp decline in new forest plantings in New Zealand.09 Jul 03:30 AM
New ZealandEastland Wood Council cautiously optimistic about forestry planEWC backs Govt's forestry initiatives, stresses need for better infrastructure.19 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessHow a high-flying bond trader became one of NZ’s largest farmersCorporate farming a trend, don't write off the family farm just yet, Forbes Elworthy says.14 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTairāwhiti clears 390,000 tonnes of debris, just 30 per cent - aims for more fundingGisborne clears 390,000t of debris; 25-30 per cent of total from rivers, beaches.06 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Bloody disgrace': Bridge damage angers councillors'Ratepayers are paying for the negligence of one company.' - Councillor Grant Boyde02 Jun 08:45 PM
New ZealandOpinion: Hope from China as log prices dropOPINION: Winter is coming, but thankfully the news isn’t all bleak.31 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Confusion': NZ wood processing sector grapples with new EU deforestation rules'At the moment, there is a lot of confusion and uncertainty around what needs to be done.'27 May 10:25 PM
New ZealandCourt appearances for Gisborne forestry companiesSamnic Forest Management, Forest Management Solutions 'highly culpable'.24 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandForestry firms argue against rate hikes, citing already high paymentsResidents say forestry firms should boost payments for debris clean-up and road repairs.20 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandHeli-saw: Helicopter tree-trimming trialTLC's first trial of the heli-saw — a specialised tree-trimming saw hanging from a helicopter — in a forestry block in Kuratau near Taupō. Video / The Lines Company Te KūitiWatch15 May 12:55 AM
