Deal Reached To End Logging In Native Tasmanian Forests

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First published in Sanctuary Asia, Vol. 30 No. 10, October 2010

 

The deal puts a virtual immediate end to logging in the most pristine areas.

 

It will be gradually phased out in all other native Tasmanian forests.

 

The agreement follows a three-decade conflict between conservationists and loggers.

 

Green groups, trade unions and the forestry industry reached the deal after talks lasting five months. Read the full report here.

 

Source: BBC News, UK.

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