Timber Promotion Act 1970

There shall be established a Tasmanian Timber Promotion Board which shall be charged with the duty of promoting the use, whether in this State or elsewhere, of wood, particularly wood obtained in the State.

The Minister may refer to the Board any matter arising in connection with the promotion of the use of wood, and the Board shall consider any matter so referred and report to the Minister thereon.

For the purposes of this Act the promotion of the use of wood includes – the carrying out of research and other investigations in relation to the uses of wood and to the marketing of wood and the products obtained therefrom; and the dissemination of information and the giving of publicity in respect of any of the matters referred to in paragraph (a) of this subsection.

For the purpose of carrying out any of its functions under this Act the Board may make arrangements with or give assistance to any authority, organization, association, or other person.