Who are we?
We are made up of a group of 18 financial members from within the the Southern North Island Wood Supply District. These include:
The Council Is a non-profit organisation, with its own Constitution and Rules.
The Council is governed by an Executive Committee acting as a Board, elected from the Members at each AGM to represent their interests.
The Council is assisted by a part-time Executive Officer who undertakes projects as defined by the Board.
All Members have a common interest in ensuring the long-term success of the sector.
Membership is open to any company or individual with an interest in the local wood industry.
- 3 corporate forest owners (all FSC certified);
- 2 Farm Forestry Association branches;
- 1 forest investment manager;
- 4 forest management and log marketing companies;
- 2 local & international forestry consulting companies;
- 1 nursery;
- 2 transport operators;
- 4 harvesting contractors.
The Council Is a non-profit organisation, with its own Constitution and Rules.
The Council is governed by an Executive Committee acting as a Board, elected from the Members at each AGM to represent their interests.
The Council is assisted by a part-time Executive Officer who undertakes projects as defined by the Board.
All Members have a common interest in ensuring the long-term success of the sector.
Membership is open to any company or individual with an interest in the local wood industry.
History
- 2009 Initial meeting of interested parties to consider the issues arising from the increased wood availability in the region.
- 2014 established as an Incorporated Society.
- 2015 formally launched by the Minister for Primary Industries, the Hon Nathan Guy.
Our Vision
Our MissionTo have all members of the SNIWC, inspired, encouraged and committed to Good Management Practice to maximize health and safety, education, legal compliance (including RMA), transport and non-competitive operational benefits that minimize costs but maximize social and economic outcomes.
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