We are pleased to share Sustainable Timber Tasmania’s 2025–26 Annual Report
This year’s report highlights a year of transition, achievement and continued progress as we manage Tasmania’s public production forests with care and purpose.
It reflects the professionalism, resilience and commitment of our people, and the important contribution of our contractors, customers, Shareholder Ministers, Board of Directors, stakeholders and the broader Tasmanian community.
Highlights from 2025–26 include:
Delivering value for Tasmania
- $162 million in revenue generated.
- $102 million paid to 495 Tasmanian businesses.
- More than one million tonnes of wood products supplied to industries across Tasmania.
Regenerating and re-establishing forests
- 5,048 hectares of native forest regenerated following harvesting.
- 719 hectares of plantation forest re-established.
- 110 million seeds sown, with 100% of regenerated areas meeting stocking standards.
Strengthening fire management and community safety
- STT firefighters supported interstate bushfire response efforts in Victoria.
- 11 AI fire cameras operated across Tasmania, supporting earlier smoke detection and response.
- The fire camera network generated 1,112 potential bushfire detections during the season.
Keeping communities connected
- 11,975 kilometres of forest roads managed across the estate.
- 2,883 bridges managed to support safe access for communities, industry and visitors.
- Major bridge replacement and restoration projects helped maintain important regional connections.
Supporting people, learning and community connection
- 51 schools participated in Schools Tree Day activities.
- More than 2,800 seedlings were gifted and planted.
- 2,460 staff training hours supported workforce capability and development.
Climate, carbon and innovation
- 604 million tonnes of carbon stored across forests and harvested wood products.
- Seven carbon projects now registered, covering more than 2,000 hectares.
- $3.4 million in cash and in-kind contributions supported research projects.
The 2025–26 Annual Report demonstrates how sustainable forest management can balance economic prosperity, environmental stewardship and community value, supporting a resilient and productive future for Tasmania’s public production forests.