Growing a Sustainable Australia

A Collaborative Initiative Advancing Sustainable Forest Management and Environmental Impact Across Central West NSW

Established in May 2020, the Central West Forestry Hub was created under the Australian Government’s ‘GROWING A BETTER AUSTRALIA – a billion trees for jobs and growth’ initiative. Based in the wood processing heartlands of Oberon, Raglan, and Burraga, the Hub unites industry leaders committed to sustainable forestry. Through initiatives focused on smarter forest management, investment, and community support, the CWFH enhances environmental impact while reducing risks, shaping a greener, more resilient Australia.

Established in May 2020, the Central West Forestry Hub was created under the Australian Government’s ‘GROWING A BETTER AUSTRALIA – a billion trees for jobs and growth’ initiative. Based in the wood processing heartlands of Oberon, Raglan, and Burraga, the Hub unites industry leaders committed to sustainable forestry. Through initiatives focused on smarter forest management, investment, and community support, the CWFH enhances environmental impact while reducing risks, shaping a greener, more resilient Australia.

The Hub Map

Established in May 2020, the Central West Forestry Hub was created under the Australian Government’s ‘GROWING A BETTER AUSTRALIA – a billion trees for jobs and growth’ initiative. Based in the wood processing heartlands of Oberon, Raglan, and Burraga, the Hub unites industry leaders committed to sustainable forestry. Through initiatives focused on smarter forest management, investment, and community support, the CWFH enhances environmental impact while reducing risks, shaping a greener, more resilient Australia.

The Hub Map

Driving Forestry Excellence

Resources

Access comprehensive forestry research, guidelines, and tools to support sustainable forestry practices.

Infrastructure

Building modern architecture to support efficient and sufficient forestry operations across the region.

People

Connecting stakeholders and building capability through training, collaboration and knowledge sharing.

The Hub Map

Explore the Central West Forestry Hub’s strategic location in Oberon town, where industry, community, and environment converge for sustainable growth.
A map of the territory of Central West Forestry Hub in New South Wales.

Our Mission

Unlock Growth Potential

We analyse the challenges holding back the forestry sector, identifying key areas for improvement to drive greater productivity and efficiency.

Fuel Innovation and Investment

We analyse the challenges holding back the forestry sector, identifying key areas for improvement to drive greater productivity and efficiency.

Build for the Future

We analyse the challenges holding back the forestry sector, identifying key areas for improvement to drive greater productivity and efficiency.

Unlock Growth Potential

We analyse the challenges holding back the forestry sector, identifying key areas for improvement to drive greater productivity and efficiency.

Fuel Innovation and Investment

We analyse the challenges holding back the forestry sector, identifying key areas for improvement to drive greater productivity and efficiency.

Build for the Future

We analyse the challenges holding back the forestry sector, identifying key areas for improvement to drive greater productivity and efficiency.

Our purpose is to lead Australia’s sustainable forestry future. With support from the National Forest Industries Plan, we aim to drive economic prosperity, create job opportunities, and attract investment. By enhancing productivity and efficiency, we ensure every region thrives while building a sustainable, resilient future.