The 2023 ANZIF Conference held from October 15 to 18, 2023, proved to be a transformative experience for the four WIDE Trust-sponsored students who attended. Liam Walker, Ryan Doyle, Emma Walters and Nathan Wright had the opportunity to delve into a diverse range of forestry topics, connect with like-minded individuals, and showcase their research to an engaged audience.

We had the opportunity to sponsor the attendance of many young professionals from various backgrounds at the Carbon Forestry 2023 event, fostering discussions and valuable connections.

As anticipated, the fifth Carbon Forestry event in Rotorua late August drew over 300 attendees over two eventful days, with additional remote participation from local and international delegates, highlighting its global significance.

We are excited to share the highlights from the WoodWorks North Event 2023, a pivotal event that's reshaping New Zealand's forestry and wood industry.

In our mission to empower the next generation of architects, engineers, and construction management professionals, the WIDE Trust proudly sponsored the 10th-anniversary edition of ArchEngBuild. This event, held in Te Whanganui-a-Tara, Wellington, marked the fourth consecutive year that WIDE Trust has lent its support to this prestigious annual gathering.

At the Residues2Revenues conference, the WIDE Trust had the honour of sponsoring Steven Bell, a recent graduate and budding professional, whose journey embodies the spirit of knowledge-sharing and collective advancement that lies at the heart of our mission.

The WIDE Trust is excited to announce Rachel Millar as the latest recipient of a Best Practice Study Tour grant. This grant will enable Rachel to embark on an international journey, delving into cutting-edge practices and innovations in the forestry and wood processing industries.

The WIDE Trust sponsored seven young individuals to attend the Residues2Revenues 2023 event.

The WIDE Trust's mission to support and empower aspiring forestry professionals is in full swing as we approach the midpoint of 2023.

Recognising the importance of nurturing young talent in the forestry sector, the WIDE Trust sponsored four promising young graduates to attend the Wood Transport & Logistics 2023 conference.

Are you passionate about the forestry or wood processing industry? Do you dream of experiencing cutting-edge innovations and best practices from around the world? Look no further!

WoodWorks NZ conference brings together experts in the use of wood in commercial and multi-residential buildings to share insights and best practices.

The Mike Hurring Forestry Training School in Balclutha has been awarded a grant from the WIDE Trust for its Apprentice Training School. With a shortage of trained personal in the forestry industry, both currently and forecasted, the apprenticeship programme will help provide much needed skilled operators for the industry.

With more than ten years of research and practical experience in wood science and timber engineering, Younes Shirmohammadli is motivated and prepared to contribute to the timber engineering industry.

It is recognised that industry trainers and assessors are integral to the success of learners in the forestry and wood manufacturing sectors

A grant from the WIDE Trust supported three related projects for final year Master of Architecture (Professional) students at the School of Architecture & Planning at the University of Auckland.

When a student applies to do a Bachelor of Forestry science, many of them look forward to spending a lot of time around trees in both their studies and beyond.

Seeking a qualification in forestry is no small feat. As Simon Smith told the WIDE Trust, his final year has been both a “busy” and “exciting” period in his university career.

Hannah Munro is one of the trust’s many success stories. As is often heard, she hadn’t even considered a Bachelor of Forestry Science in the early years of High school.

It goes without saying that the forestry and wood industries are an intrinsic part of New Zealand’s history. But it’s one thing to say it, and another to educate ourselves as to its massive significance.