Timber Communities Australia Ltd Information

Timber Communities Australia's aim is to secure long term access to natural resources to generate employment and a future for regional communities. Timber Communities Australia exists to encourage the sensible, balanced multiple use of our forests for the benefit of all Australians. Timber Communities Australia networks spread the truth about the forest and timber industries, especially the social and community benefits and impacts (eg. For families, jobs, local businesses, schools, health services, roads and infrastructure, environmental change, water usage, etc) dispel misunderstandings and help communities cope with change. Current issues that are widespread at the moment include: • Managing the expansion of broad acre plantations ? change in landscape, changes in land use and management, changes in community, and social structures and balance. • Continuing to form strategic alliances with, for example, bush user groups, furniture manufacturers, stakeholder organisations and various environmental groups. • Providing effective help to members and communities coping with the effects of changes in government forest policies.