by FTMA News | Mar 7, 2025 | Industry News
Julia Hall, CEO McCormacks Australia, at their showroom in Keysborough Written by FTMA’s Kat Welsh It’s International Women’s Day on March 8th 2025. A time when we can celebrate the women working within the timber industry, look at what we’re achieving, and how...
by FTMA News | Feb 28, 2025 | Industry News, Tech Talk
ATTIC TRUSS DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS This episode of Tech Talk was written by Nick Cui, Design Services Manager for FTMA Principal Partner Pryda. Before powerful computer software made attic truss design a matter of a few clicks, one method to achieve the result would...
by FTMA News | Feb 26, 2025 | Industry News
Over the summer, FTMA has been busy behind the seasons – 2025 sees the launch of the new Machinery For Sale page. FTMA members have been asking for easier access and listings – and here it is! Machinery For Sale now has its own tab on the website homepage,...
by FTMA News | Feb 26, 2025 | FTMA Framed Faces, Industry News
“The Theme of My Career Has Been Collaboration, Cooperation, Innovation. These are the Sort of Things I Tend to Get Passionate About. These are the Things Industry Needs to Continue to Pursue.” Dr. Alastair Woodard receiving a token of recognition from the FTMA Board,...
by FTMA News | Feb 25, 2025 | Industry News, Training
Navigating the complexities of the Timber Industry Award can be challenging, even for the most experienced employers or payroll officers. With unique clauses and regulations different from other awards, it’s no surprise that many FTMA Members are still getting caught...
by FTMA News | Feb 25, 2025 | Industry News, Kersten's Rant
This rant was written by FTMA’s Kersten Gentle. Sales representatives hold a unique and powerful position within the timber industry. Armed with knowledge, relationships, and the ability to sway public perception, they are crucial to promoting the undeniable...