The Forest Products Commission is inviting interested parties to submit their expression of interest for the purchase of pine industrial wood supply from 2026 to 2033. Industrial wood is the portion of the tree not suitable for posts, milling or veneering, and typically processed as a fibre source for pulp, paper, fibreboard, wood composites, or energy production.
The sale will encourage ongoing investment in softwood processing capacity and support the State Government’s commitment of $350 million into Western Australia’s (WA) softwood estate.
The State Government’s investment in the plantation estate will help ensure the supply of essential timber products for the housing and construction industry in WA and contribute to the capture and storage of carbon to meet the challenges of climate change.
Full details are available in the EOI document, which can be downloaded from Tenders WA.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please respond through Tenders WA by 3:00 pm AWST on 1 December 2023.
Applications close: Friday, 1-Dec-2023
Forest/Land Sale
Canterbury Carbon Forest with Upside Potential
Buy and Sell Description:
This forest offers a unique opportunity to seize control of your carbon commitments while enjoying the perks of subdivision, lifestyle, and recreation. Rather than relying on NZU spot market or Government auctions, cultivate your own carbon and profit from a rising carbon price. Acquire a forest sequestering substantial carbon for instant cashflow. The property is ETS-registered, with 10,868 carbon units included in the sale, and more available in January.
Situated just 10km from Oxford and 64km from Christchurch, it provides a tranquil escape for horse riding, hunting, walking, and mountain biking. The land ranges from 350-550m above sea level, with potential for a cabin offering a stunning view of the Canterbury Plains, along with an old tramping hut ready for restoration against a backdrop of beech forest.
This property spans 167ha across two titles, featuring 136.8ha of exotic forest. The remainder is mostly established native forest with clear streams flowing through. Planted in 1993, the forest is a mix of pines and macrocarpa, managed with a combination of pruned and unpruned regimes. Located on the Canterbury foothills near Oxford, it boasts notably superior carbon growth compared to the district average. Diverse tending practices and a sheltered location has resulted in a stable forest.
Accessibility is excellent, with direct access from public roads, along with tracks within the forest. Offering immediate and ongoing carbon revenue, exceptional recreational and lifestyle benefits, potential for subdivision, and convenient access, this property caters to a wide range of buyers.
Available for Tender (no prior offers), closing at 4pm on Wednesday, December 13th, 2023.
Kairimu Block - Waitomo, Waikato
Buy and Sell Description:
Kairimu Block is an attractive, versatile landholding totaling 879 hectares (subject to subdivision) consisting of mostly clean farm land, planted and regenerating mānuka, one year old Radiata pine, and mature native bush.
The block forms the easternmost title of a sheep and beef station and is potentially suitable for establishment as a production forest due to its proximity to domestic and export markets, as well as NES-CF ESC and Land Use Classifications (LUC) which are generally supportive of forestry. The block benefits from free-draining soils, high annual rainfall and a typically warmer coastal climate meaning it has potential as a suitable site for the establishment of a high-value tree species such as redwood, which has been successfully grown in the Waikato and King Country.
Kairimu is located at the end of a no exit road and borders native reserve land managed by the Department of Conservation (DOC), limiting fire risk and providing a suitable habitat for healthy populations of deer, pigs and goats, which are frequently taken at Kairimu.
A straightforward evaluation and sale process is facilitated through a comprehensive electronic Dataroom.
Key features include:
879ha* freehold (subject to subdivision), 432ha* farm land;
For access to the Information Memorandum, comprehensive Dataroom or to arrange your guided inspection, don’t hesitate to contact the Arotahi Agribusiness team. Guided inspection available to qualified buyers by prior appointment.
SINGLE STAGE DEADLINE OFFERS: Closing 4pm (NZDT) Thursday 7 December 2023 (unless sold prior).
Maraeweka Forest is a first rotation, radiata pine forest situated 25km* by road southwest of Oamaru within the Waitaki District. Located equidistant between PrimePort (Timaru) and Port Chalmers (Otago) at a cost-effective cart of less than 110km*, the forest benefits from proximity to export and domestic markets, a large commercial metal source and State Highway 1 some 13km* from the forest gate.
Entirely suited to ground-based harvesting methods, the forest has been professionally managed by Laurie Forestry under a predominately clearwood regime, with pruning and thinning to most of the forest throughout the rotation to produce a valuable tree crop.
Maraeweka Forest has existing registration within the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) under ‘stock change’ which could be transferred to the incoming purchaser upon the sale of the forest, providing potential benefits and opportunities in the context of forecast carbon sequestration and trading.
A simple evaluation and acquisition process is supported by a comprehensive electronic Dataroom.
321ha* freehold land, 297ha* radiata pine;
Single age class (1996), professionally managed;
Proximity to domestic processors, <110km* to PrimePort & Port Chalmers;
Estimated 616m³/ha TRV (at age 30), majority pruned;
ETS-registered under 'Stock Change', significant NZU balance available;
Buck Forestry PHI available;
*approximately
For access to the Information Memorandum, comprehensive Dataroom or to arrange your guided inspection, don’t hesitate to contact the Arotahi Agribusiness team.
Guided inspection available to qualified buyers by prior appointment.
SINGLE STAGE DEADLINE OFFERS: Closing 4pm (NZDT) Friday 8 December 2023 (unless sold prior).
Don't miss out, contact your forestry specialists below to request the detailed Information Memorandum!
Ongarue Stream Forest is a mature Pinus Radiata forest on the northern side of the Pureora Forest Park. The property is a freehold property on 288.98ha with a net stocked area of 198.3ha sequestering large volumes of carbon. The block was planted predominantly in 1998 with a smaller stand in 1993. Access to the property is off Ongarue Stream Road, which is north-west of Taumaranui. Throughout the forest are well established 4x4 tracks providing good access around the property.
The surrounding forests and region is renowned for high growth rates. This is evident in the fact there are numerous, large commercial forestry plantations both neighbouring and throughout the wider region as well as an extensive logging history. Bordering the southern boundary is Pureora Forest Park, a large, well established native forest with its own logging history.
This is a superb opportunity to secure a quality, mature forest crop that will continue to generate carbon along with an opportunity to buy a large volume of all carbon sequestered to date. Colliers International has been exclusively appointed to manage a single stage tender sale process.
Key Features
Titled Area 288.98ha
Post 1989 ETS land registered in Stock change model.
Established mature crop.
Tenders Close: 4pm Thursday 14th December 2023 (unless sold prior)
Don't miss out, contact your forestry specialists below to request the detailed Information Memorandum!
Hoggs Road Forest represents a great opportunity to secure a young forest, recently registered in the ETS under averaging. The location lends itself to excellent growth as well as a good location to local and international markets. Contained on two freehold titles, the block is 142.52ha with a Net Stocked Area (NSA) of approximately 134.1ha of Pinus Radiata on its first rotation planted in May/June 2022 with seedlings ex. Rotorua, planted at 1,000 stems per hectare. Approximately 3ha of mature forest borders Hoggs Road.
130.61ha of forest was recently registered in the ETS under averaging allowing for carbon cashflow for the first 16 years. Access throughout the block is via a series of 4wd tracks with relatively easy contours making for good access. Additional features include a woolshed, deer yards and implements shed contained on the smaller title. Two small paddocks were left unplanted in anticipation of being staging areas for logs come harvest.
This is a superb opportunity to secure a young forest that will generate carbon and produce a quality crop. Colliers International has been exclusively appointed to manage a single stage tender sale process.
Key Features
Net Stocked Area: 134.1ha
Titled Area: 142.52ha
ETS Registration: 130.61ha
Tenders Close: 4pm Thursday 14th December 2023 (unless sold prior)
Ngahape Forest located on Ngahape Road in the Stronvar district East of Masterton.
This is a second rotation, Pre 1990 Pinus radiata forest which is showing excellent growth and form.
Key details:-
Title Area – 212.31 ha
NSA Area – 186.3 ha
Medium terrain
2007 age class -Thinned
2008 age class - Pruned to 6 metres
Centerport Wellington – 138 km
Masterton – 38 km
Rail Head and Kiwi Lumber Sawmill – 47 km
Ngahape Forest is For Sale, both land and trees by way of Two Stage Tender. Stage One, non - binding indicative offers, closing 7th December at 2pm.
If you require further information, please contact Todd on (+64) 22 054 0780 or George on (+64) 21 307 022 at NZ Forest Sales.
Twin Valley Forest
Buy and Sell Description:
Don't miss out, contact your forestry specialists below to request the detailed Information Memorandum!
Twin Valley Forest, an opportunity to secure 20.37 hectares of land in the Far North District. Twin Valley Forest provides an excellent opportunity to obtain a mature, entry level investment woodlot in a high growth area.
Twin Valley Forest is positioned on Kaitaia-Awaroa Road, east of the township of Herekino. Planted in 1999, the forest is near ready for harvesting creating an excellent entry level forest investment. The forest has been thinned and pruned. Kaitaia-Awaroa Road provides access to domestic processors and international markets.
Situated west of the Mangamuka Range, Twin Valley Forest is surrounded by other established forests in the direct vicinity and wider region. Northland is renowned for excellent growth rates and Twin Valley is no exception having been well tended to date. Altitude sits between approx. 62-76m ASL. With easy contours, harvesting would be assumed to be ground based and there may be synergies with harvesting surrounding blocks.
Key Features
24 year old Pinus Radiata.
Approximately 20ha net stocked area on 20.372ha freehold title.
High growth area.
Tenders Close: 4pm Thursday 14th December 2023 (unless sold prior)
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