Media Alert 5/2/2010

Major report aims to level forestry playing field

A major report which outlines how we can restore public trust in the management of our forests & forestry industry in Tasmania will be published this Sunday. 

The report, “Levelling the playing field: reforming forestry governance in Tasmania” was prepared by CSDev Associates, researchers with expertise in governance, law and corruption, and will be launched by The Hon. Duncan Kerr, S.C, MHR for Denison.

The report was commissioned by Environment Tasmania

What:  Release of “Levelling the playing field: reforming forestry governance in Tasmania”

When: This Sunday, 7th of February 2010, 1pm

Where: Salamanca Inn, 10 Gladstone St., Hobart

Who:

The Hon. Duncan Kerr, S.C, MHR for Denison

Dr Wynne Russell, BA, PhD, CSDev Associates, Report Author

Dr Phill Pullinger, Director, Environment Tasmania

Environment Tasmania is the peak body for Tasmanian environment & conservation groups – and represents over 20 Tasmanian environment groups with collective representation of over 5000 Tasmanians.