FTMA News presents F&T Time with Kersten Gentle, a podcast series aimed at keeping the Australian timber frame and truss industry connected and updated.
S5 Ep 4: Responsible Wood, PEFC and What Certification Means for Frame & Truss
What does timber certification actually mean, and why should frame and truss manufacturers care? In this episode of F&T Time, Kersten Gentle sits down with Simon Dorries from Responsible Wood to cut through the jargon around Responsible Wood, PEFC and Chain of Custody certification. They discuss why certification is becoming increasingly important, what it means for the frame and truss sector, and how manufacturers can demonstrate that the timber they use comes from responsibly managed fo...
27 Jul 2026
S5 Ep 3: Let's Put Timber Back in the Conversation
What if Australia's timber industry spoke with one voice? In this episode of F&T Time, Kersten Gentle is joined by Sarah Downey, Head of Marketing and Communications at Forest & Wood Products Australia (FWPA), to discuss the new 14 week national campaign, Let's Put Timber Back in the Conversation. Together, FTMA Australia and WoodSolutions are encouraging manufacturers, suppliers and everyone connected to the industry to confidently promote the many benefits of lightweight timber fram...
12 May 2026
S5 Ep 2: Generations of Timber with the Harvey Family
In this episode of FTMA’s F&T Time Podcast, we sit down with three generations of the Harvey family, Jeff, Steve, and Alyssa. whose combined passion and dedication have helped shape the timber industry through their work with Bowens and Timbertruss. Jeff, fondly known as the “timber man,” reflects on a remarkable 60-plus year career driven by a deep respect for timber as a sustainable, living resource. His story is one of commitment, knowledge, and an enduring belief in the vital role tim...
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