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The coming of spring brings increased attention on bushfire risk for many regions of Australia. As we approach the warmer months, fire and emergency authorities have warned this year could f…
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FWPA’s Head of Research and Development, Dr Chris Lafferty has decided to retire at the end of June 2025, after 23 years with the organisation. Since joining the then Forest and Wood Products R…
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How can Resistance Drilling technology help transform Australia’s softwood industry? Over the past decade, FWPA research has explored cost-effective ways to measure wood quality in soft…
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Three recently completed, FWPA-funded projects using data spanning 30 years in Australian forestry plantations have resulted in actionable recommendations and guidance for improving p…
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The Director of the Centre for Timber Durability and Design Life, has been recognised by The Society of Wood Science and Technology (SWST) for her contribution to wood science and her renowne…
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A trio of key Australian forestry industry bodies are undertaking collaborative research that will support new market opportunities for Engineered Wood Products (EWPs) using lower-qual…
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Australia’s commercial forests play a vital role in meeting the increasing global demand for wood fibre. The contribution of small-scale, privately owned forests is an important part of th…
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Forest & Wood Products Australia (FWPA) is pleased to share new research introducing biased position testing as a cost-effective and efficient method for the verification of structur…