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Dear FWPA_ForWood,
Welcome to the latest edition of ForWood.
Today, we share details of the recently-commenced Independent Performance Review process, and how you can have your say.
We also provide an update on our involvement with a new collaborative entity designed to offer transformative outcomes, and boost productivity in forestry and other agricultural sectors.
Read the latest on a new research project that is monitoring the impacts of forestry on a number of Tasmanian species, with a view to improving forest management practices.
In addition, we share details of changes to the FWPA Board, in light of our recent AGM.
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Independent Performance Review process commences: Have your say!
Forest and Wood Products Australia (FWPA) has commissioned an Independent Performance Review. It will determine what the company is doing well and areas for improvement. As part of this process, direct feedback from stakeholders is now being sought.
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FWPA announces Board changes and new Chair
Craig Taylor has been elected as Chair of the FWPA Board, following the retirement of incumbent Chair John Simon.
Under the FWPA Constitution, the Chair is elected by fellow Directors at the first Board meeting following the Annual General Meeting (AGM), which took place on Thursday 22 October.
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A year in review: Read our Annual Report for 2019/20
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We recently published our Annual Report for the 2019/20 financial year, which provided a good opportunity to reflect on our achievements during what has been a challenging time for everybody.
For an overarching look at the many ways FWPA has continued with its mission of supporting Australia's forest and wood products industry, check out the report by clicking below.
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Got a question relating to wood, design and construction? Ask the experts!
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For ten years, a unique function on the WoodSolutions website has enabled members of the public and the design and build industry, to have their questions answered quickly, and by leading experts.
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Engaging the next generation of forest and wood products consumers ... and workers!
FWPA’s ForestLearning initiative has continued to throw its support behind new and continuing programs, designed to educate tomorrow’s consumers about the benefits of forestry. At the same time, the program aims to inspire students to consider a career in forestry, while demystifying the pathways into the industry.
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Collaborative innovations to offer transformative outcomes for Australian forestry
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A new collaborative entity is set to enable more effective cooperation and coordination of investment in research across Australian agricultural industries.
The goal is to deliver the type of transformational innovation needed to boost productivity and profitability, and achieve a 2030 target of $100 billion in ‘farm gate value’*.
‘Farm gate value’ refers to the market value of Australia’s agricultural product, minus selling costs.
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Listen In - Challenges and opportunities of 3D modelling in building
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We continue to publish new episodes of the popular WoodSolutions podcast series, Timber Talks, which provides fascinating, up-to-date information, education and inspiration relating to the use of timber in construction.
The most recent episode explores the new challenges and opportunities that have emerged through building using 3D modelling.
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Mid-rise on the rise... join our master class webinar series
FWPA’s Mid-rise Advisory Program (MAP) continues to build awareness of the untapped potential of timber in mid-rise construction, with its new ‘mid-rise master class’ series of Thursday weekly webinars.
After a month of stimulating talks, the webinars have rapidly gained recognition as a preeminent program for design and build professionals interested in working with timber.
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What's On
Check out some forthcoming Australian events relevant to the world of forestry
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Mid-rise Timber Master class - Innovative Connections For CLT Structures
What: Connections are the critical component when designing and building with timber structures.Recent innovations have enabled us to engineer our buildings to increase in scale, while improving safety and productivity of installation, and optimising the amount of wood on-site.
Matteo Andreottola from Rothoblaas will discuss:
- the modern angle brackets and how they transfer shear and tension forces;
- recent innovative connections including the Alustart, Spider and Pillar connections; and
- design criteria that enable post and plate construction
Where: Zoom
When: Thursday, November 12, 2020 - 11:00
Find out more:
https://www.woodsolutions.com.au/calendar/mid-rise-timber-masterclass-innovative-connections-clt-structures
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