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
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandA town reeling: The community fighting to turn around flood-stricken WairoaFlooding, climate change and gradual decline in primary industry are hitting Wairoa.29 Jul 06:00 PM
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
New ZealandJones opens new road in Kawerau, community centre in KaingaroaVisit comes as Kaingaroa regains access to clean running water after four days without.19 Jul 04:03 AM
New ZealandEmissions Reduction Plan 'will be an even bigger disaster' for Tairāwhiti: land use advocacy groupMana Taiao Tairāwhiti has serious concerns over Govt's Emissions Reduction Plan.17 Jul 05:45 PM
New ZealandDigital 'twin' the future of forestsA research project to capture an inventory of all exotic planted forests in New Zealand.12 Jul 04:12 AM
New ZealandForestry manager admits loss of public trust in industryThe parties are near agreement in Gisborne's Kanuka Forest case.11 Jul 05:00 PM
AgribusinessNgāi Tahu Holdings selling harvesting rights of forest estateDeal with global private asset management firm Fiera Comox subject to approval from OIO.10 Jul 09:13 PM
New ZealandCyclone aftermath spurs legal fight over Tairāwhiti land practicesMana Taiao Tairāwhiti seeks rule changes alongside Gisborne council after cyclone damage.10 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne District Council seeks urgent orders against forestry firmsGisborne council seeks orders against forestry companies.10 Jul 02:09 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
AgribusinessIkea's owner buying up New Zealand forestsThe Overseas Investment Office will allow Ingka Investments to buy 23,495 hectares.04 Jul 12:38 AM
New ZealandTairāwhiti women leading way in forestry safety'That has to be a win for women and for our communities.'21 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandEastland Wood Council cautiously optimistic about forestry planEWC backs Govt's forestry initiatives, stresses need for better infrastructure.19 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessRocket Lab signs deal to get Japanese satellites into spaceData collected from Rocket Lab-launched satellites could enhance defence and security.18 Jun 01:00 AM
New ZealandIs it safe? Inquiry into Northern Wairoa health called for'Zombie' fish and years of pollution pushes Dargaville residents to call for inquiry.17 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 ZealandGovernment cancels annual ETS charge for forestryForestry Minister Todd McClay made the announcement to industry leaders in Waikato.14 Jun 03:56 AM
New ZealandGisborne council debates forestry levy and a higher rate to cover prosecution costsCouncil debates forestry levy and a higher rate to cover prosecution costs.13 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 ZealandHawkes Logging lands top gongs at forestry awardsCurtis Hawkes, of Hawkes Logging, wins top Eastland forestry award.27 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandCourt appearances for Gisborne forestry companiesSamnic Forest Management, Forest Management Solutions 'highly culpable'.24 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandFast turnover forestry for green energy could transform Northland economyShort rotation forestry could help reignite Marsden Pt.23 May 05:00 AM
New ZealandCould short-rotation forestry unlock NZ's green energy future?A two-year study sheds light on short-rotation forestry opportunities for regional NZ.20 May 08:38 PM
New ZealandIwi, forest manager call time on illegal rubbish dumping in Far North nature spot'I won’t tolerate this rubbish and lack of respect for the environment,' says iwi leader.20 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 ZealandGisborne council seeks locals for crucial erosion control groupThe Ūawa Group seeks community members, to consider Tairāwhiti's land and water future.17 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWaikato heli-saw to transform forestry, electricity sectorsTLC will continue to trial the heli-saw technology this month in Piopio.15 May 06:30 AM
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
New ZealandForest manager: International demand for pruned logs at an all-time high"Things are fundamentally changed in my view, in China."14 May 10:34 PM
New Zealand'Unsettling time': 30 jobs proposed to go at forestry research institute ScionCEO says it doesn't have enough work in the pipeline to retain current staffing levels.14 May 03:22 AM