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Thirty Eight Years of Service to the Sector 26th November 2025 This year, the frame and truss sector is farewelling a number of its long-serving legends, and now another familiar name is joining the list: Multinail’s Structural Engineer, Dean Ashton, is retiring at the end of 2025. ... more
Help Shape the Future of Timber Construction 24th September 2025 The ARC Advance Timber Hub is inviting professionals across the timber supply chain to take part in a short survey on EWPs. Whether you’re an architect, structural engineer, builder, contractor, investor, policymaker, mill operator, urban planner, researcher, or involved in the EWP supply chain, your input matters. We’re looking for responses from professionals in Australia and around the World. ... more
International Women’s Day 2025 – Accelerate Action with Jacinta Colley, Sales Director for Vida Wood Australia 17th March 2025 “I’ve overcome some barriers, but it’s helped shape me, who I am today. And it’s certainly not going to stop me for the future.” An interview with Jacinta Colley, Sales Director for Vida Wood Australia ... more
International Women’s Day 2025 Accelerate Action – With Julia Hall CEO McCormacks Australia 15th March 2025 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 to keep the trajectory of attracting and supporting more women in the sector. The United Nations’ theme this year is March Forward, or the IWD organisation’s theme is Accelerate Action (in case you’re seeing different messaging). ... more
International Women’s Day 2025 – with Christine Flanagan, Director of Calco Trusses & Timber 14th March 2025 “I’ve seen shifts in industry perceptions and increasing opportunities for women in leadership roles. More women are stepping into operational, technical, and executive positions, proving their value and their expertise. The industry is becoming more inclusive but there is still progress to be made.” Christine Flanagan, Director of Calco Trusses & Timber. ... more
International Women’s Day 2025 – with Elizabeth van der Plaat, Co-Owner of High Country Truss & Frames 14th March 2025 On March 8th 2025, it was International Women’s Day, and to celebrate, for the month of March FTMA is publishing articles showcasing 4 incredible women in the Timber Industry. ... more
Dr. Alastair Woodard – Celebrating over 30 Years in the Industry 26th February 2025 “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.” ... more

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