The Queensland Government has today launched the draft Queensland Future Timber Plan for wide-ranging public consultation.
The landmark initiative sets out how the Government plans to drive policy settings to secure the sustainable timber supply needed to build one million homes by 2044 – all while supporting a sustainable resource, creating new jobs, and backing regional economies.
The plan will deliver a 25-year strategy for the forestry and timber industry, supported by a detailed five-year action plan to guide the initial steps.
The plan is a key component of the Government’s broader Primary Industries Prosper 2050 blueprint, which aims to boost Queensland’s primary production output to $30 billion by 2030.
Minister for Primary Industries, Tony Perrett said successive Labor governments had failed Queenslanders and caused shortfalls in timber supply.
“This plan is about securing a reliable and sustainable timber supply to meet Queensland’s growing housing, construction, and infrastructure needs, all while protecting jobs and building regional economies,” Minister Perrett said.
“This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape the future of Queensland’s forestry and timber industries and ensure there is renewable Queensland timber to build homes and deliver on our infrastructure needs.
“The plan has been shaped by key industry leaders and now we want to hear from everyone — from timber producers, small and family businesses, manufacturers to environmental groups and regional communities.”
Public consultation will focus on the strategies, outcomes, and actions needed to secure the long-term future of the industry.
To have your say by 3 September, visit the Department of Primary Industries’ engagement hub.
