Timber Towns Victoria (TTV) is an incorporated Local Government Association formed in the early 1980s, representing the interests of municipal councils in relation to forestry on both public and private land.  The Association’s primary function is to provide a forum for local government to address the management of forests and forest industries and their impact on local communities.

A key strategic priority for Timber Towns Victoria is the TIRES report (Timber Industry Road Evaluation Study) which aims to identify and quantify upgrades needed to the road network that supports the timber industry across Victoria.  The study provides a detailed assessment of the projected works and costs for road infrastructure required to serve the needs of the timber industry.

TIRES reports are reviewed every five years, 2011-2015 & 2016-2020 with another review currently in the scoping stage.

The TIRES report is divided into the four regions – North East, Gippsland, Central Victoria and South West Victoria – with the overall outcome being a prioritised plan for upgrades required to the road network for the next five years.  It places these works in a state wide economic context, with the report examining the economic benefits of the forest industry in Victoria to the State Government, local governments, industry, and the community.

“Timber Towns Victoria continues to be a strong advocate for the community and industry to the State Government on the impact that changes to legalisation have regarding the timber industry and our communities.”
– Cr Karen Stephens, President, Timber Towns Victoria 2017 – current

Members

Benefits

There are many benefits to individual councils in becoming a member of a local government group such as TTV, including:

• The opportunity to join an advocacy body and have issues advanced on council’s behalf
• Networking opportunities across the sector
• Communication channels at both the State and Federal level
• Access to information regarding forest policy development
• Opportunity to direct projects and policy initiatives that benefit the local government sector.

Eligibility

Membership of the Association is open to all Victorian municipalities where forest industries are recognised as significant contributors to the economy and community. Timber Towns Victoria has member councils across the state. Forest based industries and other interest groups are not represented by the Association.

Each member council may nominate two representatives to attend meetings, one of whom must be an elected councillor.

Administration of TTV is vested in the Executive Committee. A President, Vice president and Treasurer are appointed annually, and the Association is supported by a part-time administration support officer. Members meet on alternate months to the General Meetings of Association.

Become a member

Please contact secretary@timbertownsvictoria.com.au for all enquiries.