Victoria ends native forest logging, but continues logging in form of fuel breaks and salvage logging, raising concerns about endangered species and forest recovery.
Victoria's native forest logging officially ended on January 1, but logging continues in the form of fuel breaks, salvage logging after windstorms, and logging on private land. Critics argue that these practices harm endangered species, disrupt forest recovery, and increase fire risks. The death of an endangered southern greater glider near a logged fuel break area has raised concerns about the government's Forestry Transition Program, which aims to transition logged workers to forestry and land management.
May 20, 2024
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