The Science of Biodiversity: Why Tasmania's Native Forests Are Thriving Under Sustainable Management
March 11, 2026
When Dr Marie Yee arrived in Tasmania over two decades ago, she came with an ambition to contribute to biodiversity conservation through applied science, to make a positive impact from within the industry instead of hurling stones from the outside. With a science degree and a deep passion for ecological sustainability, she was certain her research would reveal the need for immediate forestry reform in Tasmania.
Daniel Hodge
February 18, 2026
As the Senior Stewardship Advisor at Sustainable Timber Tasmania and Manager of Tasmania’s Giant Tree Program, Daniel oversees the identification and protection of giant trees within Tasmania's production forests. "People love big trees, and in Tasmania, we are very special in that we’ve got some of the largest trees in the world. So STT recognised that and has had a policy in place to protect these trees and make sure they stay within the Tasmanian forest. And we’ve had that policy for over 20 years now."
Dean Sheehan
February 4, 2026
Dean Sheehan is the Fire Manager for Sustainable Timber Tasmania (STT) and has 35 years of forestry experience. STT is one of Tasmania's three firefighting agencies responsible for fuel reduction burning, and regeneration burns within Tasmania's forests. "We know the land, we know our bush, we know how it works. We know fire. Managing these forests sustainably like we do, we return them to what they can be; a young, fresh, vibrant forest that has the best start in life."
Sylvie Restaurant: Where Tasmanian Timber Meets Local Flavour
January 12, 2026
Walking into Sylvie, you're immediately enveloped by the warm, aromatic scent of Huon pine, a fitting welcome to a restaurant where everything speaks of Tasmania. From the seafood on the plate to the timber beneath your elbows, chef and owner Martin Dreyer has created a space that's a genuine reflection of the island's natural bounty.
Professor Greg Nolan, architect, researcher, problem solver and raconteur on the most asked questions about Tasmanian Timber.
September 17, 2025
Professor Greg Nolan arrived at the Original Thinkers podcast studio on his push bike, in his high visibility vest, a vest that has no doubt seen it’s share of building sites, sawmills and forestry coupes.
A conversation with Dr Louise Wallis: Scientist, Senior Lecturer and Problem Solver at the Centre for Sustainable Architecture with Wood
March 19, 2025
It was a belief that architects needed more hands-on experience that drew academic Dr Louise Wallis to Tasmania. Today Louise is a Deputy Director of the Centre for Sustainable Architecture with Wood (CSAW) and a Senior Lecturer in the School of Architecture and Design at the University of Tasmania.
Questions about Tasmanian Timber? Ask the expert.
January 6, 2025
In an industry with many highly knowledgeable people, few have the length and breadth of experience as Michael Lee. Michael, or Mick as he is known, has been in the timber industry in Tasmania for over 35 years. A former Production Manager at one of the largest timber companies in the state, and Operations Manager and General Manger at other major operations Mick knows Tasmanian timber like few others.
Huon Pine Properties
December 11, 2024
A sparkling history of fine wines and exquisite timber
September 13, 2023
Bream Creek is a hidden pocket of Tasmania’s East Coast that leaves a long-lasting impression on its visitors and to those who call it home. Whether you’re visiting the bustling and treasured farmers market on the first Sunday of the month or taking a leisurely walk along the pristine shores of Marion Bay Beach, the area’s idyllic rolling hills and majestic coast line are world class. And its treasures don’t stop at the scenery and markets.
Tasmanian Timber at Equinox Evolution Melbourne
June 23, 2022
Tasmanian Timber will be at Melbourne's Equinox Evolution on Thursday, 30 June 2022. Come and meet industry expert Greg Nolan and see our award-winning stall.
Impeccably designed and crafted, ‘Relatively Useful’ acknowledges Australia’s design greats
March 31, 2022
What do you get when you combine two of Australia’s great design minds with over twenty-five of Victoria and Tasmania’s top makers? Relatively Useful. A collection of twenty-five objects designed by John Wardle and Simon Lloyd and expertly crafted by some of Australia’s leading craftspeople. Making its debut at Melbourne Design Week at the Heide Museum of Modern Art at the end of March, and now open until the third of April.
Australian furniture designer-maker brings over three kilometers of Tasmanian timber to the global design table
December 21, 2021
The last two years have looked quite different for everyone, but the inability to travel has been consistent. For Tasmanian born Brodie Neill, who now lives and practices in London, he couldn’t travel to his beloved Island home, but he could bring Tasmania to London. Two years of extensive study has resulted in Neill producing a stunning table formed from Tasmanian timber veneer offcuts, which recently launched at London Craft Week. Now the ReCoil table that took two years to come to fruition is now being preparing for a global tour throughout 2022.
A tub fit for a prince
September 21, 2021
Deep within Tasmania’s lush forests rests the prince of all Tasmanian timbers- Huon Pine. A conifer, Huon Pine is renowned for its exceptional durability, workability and beauty; the envy of Australia’s craftsmen and timber enthusiasts. In 2021, craftsman Emanuel ‘Manny’ Oppliger of Wood + Water, was commissioned to use this timber to make a custom piece in a private residence. While Huon Pine furniture has always been prized, Oppliger’s specialty lies elsewhere- in making custom handcrafted timber bathtubs.
Webinar: Tasmanian Veneers
March 2, 2021
Tasmanian veneers have long been sought after for a variety of applications with some stunning examples of the capability of the product in beautiful furniture and custom doors and cabinetry. Veneer has traditionally been revered for its uniformity. The matchless repetition created by thinly slicing timber from one larger piece was sought after for cabinetry and linings, particularly in large commercial fit-outs.
From log to LOGR, new technology allows Tasmania’s harvested timber to be tracked in real-time
January 18, 2021
The evolution of forestry practices has greatly evolved over the last decade. From investing in research and technology to building sustainable communities, to harvesting reclaimed timber from the bottom of a remote lake, to studying the density of plantation grown timber for potential new uses, innovation has exploded across Tasmania’s forestry sector. The state’s forestry suppliers and companies are employing the most innovative systems and processes to ensure efficiency from tip to toe, all with the technology to prove it.
Webinar: Responsible Wood
September 24, 2020
Responsible Wood chain of custody allows consumers to trace Tasmanian wood products back to their sustainable source; sustainability, the legality of timber and chain of custody are on the lips of all who work in the Tasmanian forest and timber industry. And for Tasmanians, Chain of Custody is a big deal. Learn More: https://wearetastimber.com/ & https://tastimber.tempurl.host/ About the Tasmanian Timber webinar series: This webinar series is a valuable resource for architects, builders, specifiers, interior designers, furniture designer and makers, shop-fitters, and construction firms to learn more about using Tasmanian Timber in their projects. Hosted by Michael Lee (Senior Technical Officer at the University of Tasmania's Centre for Sustainable Architecture with Wood), Michael is often joined by experts in their respective field as he explores the properties and applications of Tasmanian Timbers. Grown locally and sustainably, Tasmanian timber is processed to the highest standards and backed by the technical support of Australia’s leading timber experts. Learn more: https://tastimber.tempurl.host/webinars
Tasmanian Veneer – uniformity or inimitability? The Specifiers ‘lolly-shop'
September 7, 2020
Tasmanian veneers have long been sought after for a variety of applications with some stunning examples of the capability of the product in beautiful furniture and custom doors and cabinetry. Veneer has traditionally been revered for its uniformity. The matchless repetition created by thinly slicing timber from one larger piece was sought after for cabinetry and linings, particularly in large commercial fitouts.
Precise and predictable, Tasmanian Timber’s Quality Assurance Program delivers confidence
June 3, 2020
With every building job, each material specified is carefully considered to ensure that it matches the brief, is suitable for the application and fits within the allocated budget. But before the material reaches the project site, what type of checks are being done on the material to ensure it performs as predicted? These checks are especially important with timber products. Tasmanian Timber’s Quality Assurance Program is a rigorous auditing system that ensures that our product performs consistently – so that specifiers can too.
Celebrating the local, Tasmanian Timber receives its own Award category at the Australian Timber Design Awards
June 3, 2020
We are thrilled to share that the specific use of Tasmanian Timber is now being honored and celebrated at the Australian Timber Design Awards in its very own category, ‘Best use of Tasmanian Timber’.
