The Hyne Group CEO, Jim Bindon was one of several industry leaders who were consulted as part of the plan’s co-design,
“Our industry and its products are not only essential for building family homes and much needed infrastructure, but also for their by-products used in the manufacture of pallets, particle board, packaging, commercial scale potting mix to grow fresh food – to name a few.
“The Government is acutely aware, that as the population increases, demand for these products is only increasing, as is the need to provide employment amidst thriving, regional communities such as the Wide Bay.
“The need for secure, plantation pine volumes goes hand-in-hand to meet this demand which needs to be planned for now. As stated in the report, ‘The decisions we make today will shape timber supply well beyond 2050’.
“On behalf of the Hyne Group, we congratulate the Queensland Government and its collaborative approach in developing and delivering the Queensland Future Timber Plan.”
The Hyne Group is Queensland’s largest manufacturer and re-processor of locally, sustainably grown plantation pine. It was established in 1882 in Maryborough and today, continues to employ over 300 people in the region and over 800 nationally.
Products include timber framing, glue laminated timber and cross laminated timber used for housing construction and the recently constructed Queensland Government social housing development in Inala, the National Throws Centre of Excellence in Brisbane, the Queensland Train Manufacturing Program’s new train manufacturing facility and the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services North Coast Region Headquarters and Maryborough Fire and Rescue Station.
This latter project was only last week, awarded the International public infrastructure award at the Built by Nature Summit held in London in recognition as a world leader in design and construction for the future. The Built by Nature award follows a rigorous shortlisting and judging process by international experts including Kevin McCloud, Architect and Grand Designs host.
As the winning building, it will be further showcased as part of COP30 being held in Brazil in November including the launch of a short documentary featuring Sir David Attenborough.
Just 12 months ago, His Majesty King Charles III visited a Hyne Group supplied social housing complex under construction in Glebe, Sydney, in recognition of the sustainability credentials of mass timber, as specified by the King’s Trust Australia.
In conclusion, the Hyne Group CEO, Jim Bindon said the company was well placed to scale up and deliver for the future demands of Queenslander’s and beyond,
“We are here to work with the Government and grow our industry including our historic commitment and significant investment in research and development and product innovation.
“Our products are internationally recognised, celebrated and awarded for quality while sequestering carbon and significantly reducing emissions in the construction sector.
“With genuine recognition and support, the industry can thrive into the future including delivering for the 2032 Olympics.” For more information, visit www.hynegroup.com.au
