WoodChat is a podcast produced by Forest & Wood Products Australia (FWPA). We’ll be sharing in-depth conversations with industry experts and academics about a range of news stories, discoveries and innovations. For more information, visit www.fwpa.com.au
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In this episode of WoodChat’s Women in Forestry series, Dr Penelope 'Pene' Mitchell shares the career journey that led her to forestry, wood science and sustainability. Pene reflects on the changing role of women across the sector, the progress she has witnessed and what organisations can do to attract and retain the next generation of women. She also explains what a circular timber economy looks…
How does data help shape the future of Australia's timber and wood products industry? In this episode of WoodChat, we explore the critical role data plays in supporting better decisions across the supply chain, from informing business investment and industry planning to strengthening policy, research and long-term sustainability. We speak with Kevin Peachey, FWPA's Head of Economics, Statistics…
In this episode of WoodChat's Women in Forestry series, we speak with Tolita Davis-Angeles, a Cobble-Cobble woman from the western Bunya Mountains in Queensland who grew up on Butchulla Country. As Chair of the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Indigenous Working Group, Tolita shares her perspective on Indigenous leadership in forestry, the importance of caring for Country, and the opportunities…
The Future Framing Initiative is the industry's blueprint for building more homes, faster, using modern methods of construction and lightweight timber framing. In Episode 42, we speak with two people who understand what it takes to move an industry forward. Ian Tyson spent a decade as CEO of Timberlink Australia & New Zealand from its formation in 2013 to his retirement in 2023, transforming a…
Episode 41 of WoodChat features Professor Tripti Singh, a globally recognised expert in timber durability and wood protection. With more than 20 years of experience leading collaborative, multi-million dollar research programs, Tripti has played a significant role in advancing how the industry understands timber performance and longevity. In this episode, she shares insights from her career,…
Biophilia, biophilic design and timber buildings are back in focus in this episode of WoodChat, revisiting the theme of our very first episode from 2018. We explore how biophilia and biophilic workplace design use natural materials such as timber to support human wellbeing, reduce stress and improve comfort in office environments. The episode centres on T3 Collingwood, a mass timber office…
In this episode, WoodChat speaks with Joseph Lawrence as he approaches one year leading Australian Forest and Wood Innovations (AFWI). Joseph discusses AFWI’s national strategy and how the institute’s work aligns closely with FWPA’s mission to strengthen Australia’s forest and wood products industry. Joseph shares how his background in engineering, higher education and government shapes his…
In this episode of WoodChat, we take a deeper look at how genetics is reshaping Australia’s forestry sector. Building on our FWPA article 'The power of genetics: growing stronger, more productive plantations', we explore the science and strategy behind improving forest stock, boosting yield and strengthening the resilience of plantations. Our guests unpack the major gains achieved in plantation…
Periodically, WoodChat places a focus on presenting the latest work around building safely in bushfire-prone areas, in particular highlighting the work of the Codes and Standards team. During this episode, we wanted to speak to Boris Iskra, National Manager Codes & Standards at Forest and Wood Products Australia in a more general sense to get a snapshot of the other important work that FWPA is…
At WoodChat, we explore a diverse array of forestry and timber-related topics. Some episodes have greater relevance to the Australian industry, while others have global significance. This episode is focused on bushfires. At the time of recording in January 2025, the catastrophic Los Angeles bushfires have been dominating headlines worldwide. Sadly, Australia has plenty of experience managing…
