Representative from the softwood forestry and timber industry are again joining forces to host a drop-in day on 29 March 2023 to work with the region’s forestry transport industry on wellbeing and load safety.

The day is a place for conversations on how the industry can further support drivers, safer roads and load practice, said Forestry Corporation’s Haulage & Sales Manager, Linda Cotterill.

“Supporting the people supporting our forestry and timber supply chain is paramount to all we do,” Ms Cotterill said.

"We are very pleased to work with partners and special guests including Visy Pulp and Paper, Hancock Victorian Plantations, AirBrakeSystems, Riverina Bluebell, ExTe, Australian Trucking Safety Services & Solutions and The Forest Centre (Australia) to host this day.

“We encourage all drivers and operators in the area to pull in and start a conversation on how we can work together for a safer transport industry.”

All timber industry drivers are invited to Visy Pulp and Paper Mill near Tumut between 9.00 am and 3:00 pm on 29 March 2023.

Organisers and participants report that last year’s driver drop-in day was a success in starting a conversation within the industry on what can be done to improve.

“Hearing drivers’ stories of working in the forestry industry really bought home what a big part of our community it is and how much people care about it,” Ms Cotterill said.

To find out more contact Haulage & Sales Manager, Linda Cotterill (linda.cotterill@fcnsw.com.au or 0457 857 294).

Media contact: Rod Campbell