Forest Stewardship Council Australia and New Zealand

15/06/2026

Forest scenes to start your week 🪲

04/06/2026

Across FSC ANZ, conversations on responsible forest management continue to evolve, and this month’s updates reflect that ongoing work 🌿 Our latest newsletter is out now, bringing together key developments from across the region, including the FSC ANZ AGM, new and ongoing consultations, updates for brands and retailers, and emerging insights from FSC’s assurance work.

This edition includes:
🌲 Key outcomes from the FSC ANZ AGM, including cross-Tasman governance supported by Australian members
🌲 The second public consultation on the revised FSC Forest Management Standard for Australia
🌲 Updated trademark requirements for brands and retailers
🌲 FSC’s transaction verification loop on FSC-certified Siberian larch supply chains
🌲 Resources and ways to get involved in FSC Forest Week: Do One Thing for Forests

Read the full newsletter at the link in our bio! 🔗

03/06/2026

From key governance decisions to updates shaping the future of responsible forest management, this year’s Annual General Meeting brought FSC ANZ members together for a day of connection, discussion, and shared purpose. Held on Thursday 28 May, the event welcomed members from across Australia and New Zealand to reflect on progress and look ahead to the work still to come.

Read all about the constitutional amendments, Board Director appointments and departures and event highlights at the link in our bio 🔗

13/05/2026

🎥 Join our upcoming webinar scheduled for Wednesday, 3 June at 14:00 - 15:30 AEST, to hear about the key proposed changes in the second draft of the revised Forest Stewardship Standard for Australia.

Presented by Senior Policy Manager and Standards Development Group facilitator, Stefan Steen Jensen, the webinar will provide valuable insights to help stakeholders understand and engage with the revised Standard.

👉 Secure your spot here: https://lnkd.in/gyHcfCHC

All interested stakeholders are welcome to attend. Please note that the webinar will not be recorded.

Submit your feedback on the revised Standard here: https://lnkd.in/g3-pzXMs

28/04/2026

From the forest to the final product, it takes dedicated people at every step to uphold FSC standards. Here’s to everyone making responsible forestry possible.

© FSC / Iván Castro

27/04/2026

Every new day is a chance to make a positive impact 🌱

23/04/2026

Our April newsletter is here! 📣 This month, we’re proud to announce that the FSC ANZ Indigenous Working Group is now the First Nations Committee, reflecting the growing preference for ‘First Nations’ terminology and reinforcing the Committee’s ongoing role in advancing First Nations perspectives and championing responsible forest management. Discover opportunities to engage with FSC, including the public consultation on the revised FSC Risk Assessment for New Zealand, and explore the new FSC Academy: a modern, intuitive learning platform empowering all our stakeholders.

Catch up on all this and more at the link in our bio 🔗

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14/04/2026

Have your say 📣 Participate in the first and only public consultation on the revised FSC Risk Assessment for New Zealand, prepared by consulting firm PT Hijau Daun in collaboration with FSC.

Stakeholders are invited to submit feedback via the FSC Consultation Platform between 13 April and 13 May 2026: https://consultation-platform.fsc.org/en/consultations/take/c3962f0fd3602

Once finalised, the Risk Assessment will help FSC certificate holders sourcing material from non-certified forests in New Zealand to assess and mitigate the risk of sourcing material originating from unacceptable sources.

Find out more about the proposed changes and how to get involved: https://anz.fsc.org/newsfeed/new-zealands-revised-fsc-risk-assessment-open-for-public-consultation

31/03/2026

31/03/2026

FSC® Australia (Responsible Forest Management Australia Ltd) is inviting nominations for two Board Director roles, with one position available in the Environmental Chamber and one in the Social Chamber.

Board Directors play an important role in representing member interests, guiding organisational priorities, and strengthening the impact of FSC’s work across environmental, social, and economic outcomes. We encourage members who are passionate about responsible forest management and the future of FSC in Australia and New Zealand to consider nominating.

To nominate, please follow the instructions here:
https://lnkd.in/gZ2rFgTj

Nominated Directors will be elected by the FSC Australia membership at the upcoming Annual General Meeting on Thursday, 28 May 2026.

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