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Forestry course to open doors

By JACI HICKEN

THE demand for timber in Australia is projected to grow at roughly the same rate as the population, which means around a 36 per cent increase in the demand for timber over the next two decades. This demand is reflected in the need to continually build the timber workforce’s capacity and capabilities, and when it comes to careers in forestry, there is a large and diverse range of opportunities in Gippsland. To help people of all ages learn more about these opportunities, the Gippsland Forestry Hub is holding a Forestry Taster course at the Morwell Innovation Centre on June 27, 28 and 29. In collaboration with Food and Fibre Gippsland’s Connect 2 Employment Program to encourage job seekers to take part in the course, Gippsland Forestry Hub general manager Lesia Clark believes it is a fantastic way for people to explore their options. “The combination of face-to-face information sharing in a relaxed learning space with our day trip to see how a timber mill, a timber plantation and one of the largest nurseries in Australia all operate offers people an inside look at potential work environments,” Ms Clark said. “There is really so much more to forestry than meets the eye.” As part of the three-day program, participants will meet some inspiring industry mentors and see first-hand what the industry has to offer. Whether it is doing planting work outside in a timber plantation, driving a harvester on a timber

There is more to forestry than meets the eye. A Forestry Taster course is on in Morwell later this month.

coupe, working in a tree nursery, or getting involved in mapping out future plantations, there is a variety of businesses potentially able to offer long term and secure employment. By participating in the Forestry Taster course people will learn skills that will open doors to the timber industry. Food and Fibre Gippsland’s Connect 2 Employment team leader Nicki Keddie said courses like this are important for job seekers. “Lots of people have very transferrable skills, but until they know more about an industry that is new to them, it can be challenging to see how they would transition to an unfamiliar workplace,” Ms Keddie said. “Being able to meet people on the ground and have conversation with mentors and industry representatives is valuable.” Participation in the forestry taster course is free, but places are limited. If you would like to find out more email Brodie Anderson at FFG at brodie.anderson@foodand fibregippsland.com.au

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The Forestry Taster course is a collaboration between the Gippsland Forestry Hub and Food and Fibre Gippsland.

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The course will be held at the Morwell Innovation Centre from June 27-29.