WoodChat is a podcast produced by Forest & Wood Products Australia (FWPA). We’ll be sharing in-depth conversations with industry experts and academics about a range of news stories, discoveries and innovations. For more information, visit www.fwpa.com.au
In this episode of WoodChat’s Women in Forestry series, Dr Penelope 'Pene' Mitchell shares the career journey that led her to forestry, wood science and sustainability.
Pene reflects on the changing role of women across the sector, the progress she has witnessed and what organisations can do to attract and retain the next generation of women. She also explains what a circular timber economy looks like, explores the opportunities presented by the National Timber Circularity Project and discusses why sustainability must consider the entire lifecycle of timber and wood products.
From challenging common misconceptions to sharing career lessons and some surprising facts about wood, Pene offers an insightful look at the people, research and innovation helping shape a more sustainable future for the industry.
20 Jul 2026
Episode 44 - From Data to Decisions
How does data help shape the future of Australia's timber and wood products industry?
In this episode of WoodChat, we explore the critical role data plays in supporting better decisions across the supply chain, from informing business investment and industry planning to strengthening policy, research and long-term sustainability.
We speak with Kevin Peachey, FWPA's Head of Economics, Statistics and Data Insights, and Dr Erick Hansnata, Industry Economist and Program Manager, about why timely, accurate data matters, where it creates the greatest value for industry, and how FWPA's data and insights activities support a stronger, more informed sector.
Along the way, Kevin and Erick also share updates on the latest Forest & Wood Products Australia initiatives and the work underway to support industry growth and innovation.
10 Jul 2026
Episode 43 - Women in Forestry: Tolita Davis-Angeles
In this episode of WoodChat's Women in Forestry series, we speak with Tolita Davis-Angeles, a Cobble-Cobble woman from the western Bunya Mountains in Queensland who grew up on Butchulla Country.
As Chair of the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Indigenous Working Group, Tolita shares her perspective on Indigenous leadership in forestry, the importance of caring for Country, and the opportunities for stronger partnerships between Traditional Owners and the forest and wood products sector. The conversation explores cultural knowledge, sustainable forest management, and the role Indigenous voices play in shaping the future of Australia's forests.
Tune in for an insightful discussion on leadership, stewardship and the future of forestry.
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