The continued strength of the Australian dollar and the increase in the size and competitiveness of manufacturers elsewhere in the world is making it more difficult for Australian manufacturers in both domestic and export markets, according to the Australian Plantation Products and Paper Industry Council (AP3).

Australian governments are increasing their support of certified paper purchases according to the Australian Plantation Products and Paper Industry Council (A3P). The Council says it has received positive feedback from state governments, which detail current and planned policy initiatives and changes to existing procurement strategies.

The Australian Plantation Products and Paper Industry Council (A3P) and Treefarm Investment Managers Association (TIMA) have merged in order to streamline and strengthen the policy development and representation currently provided by the two organisations.

Some companies are deliberately exploiting the limited understanding of forest management certification among consumers and the general public, according to the Australian plantation products and paper industry council (A3P).

Full exposure to a carbon cost without appropriate transitional measures could jeopardise Australia's pulp and paper industry with many facilities either closing down or becoming unprofitable if the carbon cost reaches AU$50 per tonne, according to the Australian plantation products and paper industry council (A3P).