WIREY SWAMP: REVIVING WETLANDS AND RESTORING BALANCE
The once-drained Wirey Swamp is being brought back to life with Australian Bluegum Plantations partnering with Nature Glenelg Trust (NGT) and softwood plantation company OneFortyOne (OFO) to restore the 180-acre parcel of former grazing land into habitat for threatened wetland species. Located beside ABP’s bluegum plantations at Strathdownie, just east of the South Australian border, […]
ABP IS LEADING AUSTRALIA’S NEXT GENERATION OF HARDWOOD INNOVATION
Through strategic leadership, on-ground innovation, and long-term industry vision, ABP is helping shape a domestic market for its plantation Eucalyptus globulus hardwood. From commercialising engineered wood products to guiding the development of a new manufacturing hub, ABP is proud to support the next chapter of Australia’s wood product market. Across multiple major government-backed initiatives — […]
Promoting Biodiversity Through Sustainable Plantation Practices
Australian Bluegum Plantations (ABP) is committed to sustainable forestry that not only produces high-quality wood fibre but also protects and enhances biodiversity across the plantation estate. Through conservation, revegetation, pest management, fire protection, and scientific monitoring, ABP works to safeguard native flora and fauna for future generations. Nearly 14% of ABP’s estate retains remnant native […]
WIREY SWAMP: REVIVING WETLANDS AND RESTORING BALANCE
The once-drained Wirey Swamp is being brought back to life with Australian Bluegum Plantations partnering with Nature Glenelg Trust (NGT) and softwood plantation company OneFortyOne (OFO) to restore the 180-acre parcel of former grazing land into habitat for threatened wetland species. Located beside ABP’s bluegum plantations at Strathdownie, just east of the South Australian border, […]
ABP celebrates Green Triangle award winners
ABP is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of ABP board member Laurie Hein and forester Georgina Macklin who were recognised at the 2025 Green Triangle Forest Industry Awards. Laurie was honoured as Timber Legend whilst rising star Georgina was finalist in the Trainee of the Year category. Laurie Hein – Timber Legend Laurie Hein […]
ABP Opens Seed Orchard to Produce Next Generation Fibre
Australian Bluegum Plantations (ABP) has officially opened a dedicated seed orchard at Unima, near Heywood, to secure long-term seed supply and enhance genetic material to grow the next generation of Green Triangle hardwood fibre. The five-hectare orchard will provide long-term access to genetically diverse and locally adapted planting material, capable of dealing with future climatic […]
Women in Wood Fibre Shares Powerful Message of Empowerment and Unity
The Green Triangle plantation sector has celebrated its progress and commitment to gender equality at the annual Women in Wood Fibre event, marking International Women’s Day with a powerful message of empowerment and unity. Hosted by Australian Bluegum Plantations (ABP), more than 100 industry members joined by political and agricultural leaders enjoyed a High Tea […]
Protecting Our Communities This Fire Season
At Australian Bluegum Plantations (ABP), we are committed to being at the forefront of regional fire protection efforts this summer. Alongside our partners in the Green Triangle Fire Alliance (GTFA), we have implemented strong measures to protect our communities against the heightened fire risks predicted for the season. Enhanced Preparedness $20 million has been invested […]
Meet Liz McKinnon: ABP’s new External Affairs Manager
Like our bluegums, investor and government interest in the forestry sector keeps growing. Spurred on by this attention, ABP has teamed up with two other companies to appoint Liz McKinnon as its new External Affairs Manager. At ABP, we know effective communication with government and community stakeholders is critical to our success – and to […]
300 and counting: ABP celebrates as milestone vessel sets sail
Cheers and celebrations filled the air at Albany Chip Terminal as our 300th woodchip vessel began its voyage to Japan. The ABP team has celebrated a key moment in its company’s history, with our 300th export vessel departing Albany Chip Terminal in November 2023. Loaded with high-value Eucalyptus woodchips, the ship – known as the […]