by FTMA News | Aug 20, 2018 | Industry News
There is no doubt over the past 12-18 months there has been some worrying times for the Australian softwood timber market because of fires, buy-outs and mill closures. This resulted in the need for more imports in to the country and a concern about the ongoing supply...
by FTMA News | Aug 20, 2018 | Industry News
The energy market has proved again to be one of the most volatile commodity markets in Australia, much to the dread of businesses. While many people have opinions over where the cost of power, the truth is that no one really knows. Since the closure of the Hazelwood...
by FTMA News | Aug 20, 2018 | Events
A huge congratulations must go to the Queensland Women in Forest & Timber Network for their outstanding efforts in raising $5300 for the Brisbane Domestic Violence Service at an event held on Saturday 18th August, 2018. FTMA Australia was proud to be a sponsor of...
by FTMA News | Aug 19, 2018 | Biz Buzz
Members should note that on 1 August 2018, the Fair Work Commission amended the modern awards, including the Timber Industry Award 2010, to include a new model family and domestic violence provision. This new provision applies to all employees, including casuals....
by FTMA News | Aug 19, 2018 | FTMA Safety First
Members would be aware from previous correspondence distributed about the current moves by Work Safe NSW to apply greater focus to the Workplace safety systems in place by businesses in the frame and truss sector. It would be wise to think that similar moves are being...
