Technical questions about Tasmanian Timber? Contact the free Technical Helpline on 1300 041 766.

International callers: +61 448 823 761

The Technical Helpline is answered by Michael Lee. Michael has over 30 years experience in the timber industry, focusing on quality control, testing, timber technical properties and research, timber production, and systems. He is a Certified Project Professional (CPP), passionate about promoting the correct and sustainable use of timber in the built environment. He works closely with builders, designers and architects to create solutions that benefit the environment, the economy and the community. Michael was the Senior Technical Officer at the Centre for Sustainable Architecture with Wood at the University of Tasmania for 11 years and continues to hold consulting roles with Tasmanian timber processors across Tasmania.

Michael provides technical support on choosing the right timber for the right application and troubleshooting problems throughout or even after a project.

Want to buy timber, get a quote or check resource availability?

Email our suppliers.

Your email enquiry will be sent to leading Tasmanian timber suppliers, as listed on our suppliers page. Our suppliers are all certified sustainable, hold Chain of Custody certification and are independently audited under a strict Quality Assurance Program managed by the Centre for Sustainable Architecture with Wood at the University of Tasmania.

Have a question about sustainability, the campaign, events or anything else?

Contact the Tasmanian Timber Program Manager, Claire Bennett.

Email: contact@tasmaniantimber.com.au

Phone: +61 410 763 940

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