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International Women’s Day 2025 Accelerate Action – With Julia Hall CEO McCormacks Australia
Julia Hall, CEO McCormacks Australia, at their showroom in Keysborough Written by FTMA’s Kat Welsh It’s International Women’s Day on March 8th 2025. A time when we can celebrate the women...
FTMA Tech Talk – Ed.70
ATTIC TRUSS DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS This episode of Tech Talk was written by Nick Cui, Design Services Manager for FTMA Principal Partner Pryda. Before powerful computer software made attic truss...
Launch of the New Machinery For Sale Page
Over the summer, FTMA has been busy behind the seasons – 2025 sees the launch of the new Machinery For Sale page. FTMA members have been asking for easier access and listings – and here...
Dr. Alastair Woodard – Celebrating over 30 Years in the Industry
“The Theme of My Career Has Been Collaboration, Cooperation, Innovation. These are the Sort of Things I Tend to Get Passionate About. These are the Things Industry Needs to Continue to Pursue.” Dr....
Don’t Get Caught Out! Join Our Exclusive Timber Industry Award Webinar
Navigating the complexities of the Timber Industry Award can be challenging, even for the most experienced employers or payroll officers. With unique clauses and regulations different from other...
Stop the Rumours: A Call for Unity Among Sales Representatives
This rant was written by FTMA’s Kersten Gentle. Sales representatives hold a unique and powerful position within the timber industry. Armed with knowledge, relationships, and the ability to...
FTMA and Partners: Tracking Progress and Planning Ahead for 2025
Written By Kersten Gentle The start of 2025 has been nothing short of remarkable for FTMA Australia as we continue to celebrate the strength of our partnerships and the unwavering support of our...
Safety Matters #3 The Top 4 Most Frequently Asked Questions – with Andrew Kidd
Written and provided by Andrew Kidd, Chair of the FTMA Frame and Truss National Safety Council Recent advice summary Since the establishment of the Frame and Truss National Safety Council last year...
Multinail Machinery: The Future of Automation in Timber Prefabrication
This piece was written and provided by FTMA Principal Partner, Multinail. As the timber prefabrication industry evolves, Multinail is leading the way in delivering machinery solutions that empower...
People Matters with HRAnywhere – February 2025
Written and provided by FTMA’s HR Partner, HRAnywhere Your employees are back from their summer vacation – how do you keep them engaged? As a business owner, you want your employees to be...
Monthly Credit Risk Insights by Alares
Written and provided by Alares. January is historically a low month for insolvencies and we saw this again last month, however numbers were still ~40% up on pre-COVID levels, and slightly up on last...
FTMA Member Wins with Choice Energy—Bill Paid & Big Savings Uncovered!
This piece was written and provided by FTMA Supporting Partner, Choice Energy. In October 2024, Supporting Partner Choice Energy launched an exclusive campaign for FTMA members: send in an energy...
Trussmatic Appoints Bliss & Reels as Exclusive Distributor in Australia and New Zealand
Written and Provided by FTMA Supporting Partner, Bliss & Reels Lahti, Finland – January, 2025 – Trussmatic, a globally renowned manufacturer of fully automated roof truss production lines, is...
A First Super Member and Employer Services Coordinator Onsite
This piece was written and provided by FTMA Supporting Partner, First Super. Why it’s the perfect time to get in First Strong returns, fund growth and quality member service… No wonder 70,000+...
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