Why it’s important
Tasmania’s forests are some of the most magnificent forests in the world, incorporating dense rainforests, towering giants , irreplaceable old growth and the incredible wildlife that call these diverse woodlands and wild valleys home.Swift Parrots and Tasmanian Devils – animals unique to Australia – rely on these forests, and continued destruction within them will push these creatures to certain extinction.
The threat
Logging and mining are decimating Tassie’s spectacular forests every day. We’ve lost too much ancient forest already. We know there is a better way to do business. Continuing down this path will only damage more irreplaceable forests and fail more local communities.
What we’re doing about it
The logging industry has a future only if it isn’t destroying our important forests. The Wilderness Society’s vision for real forest protection means that regional communities can protect their backyards, grow tourism and recreation jobs and have a timber industry of which the whole community can be proud.
How you can help
Become a volunteer! In 2016, we’re ramping up our volunteer program so we can get out into the community and start talking to people. If you’re passionate about our rivers and forests, sign up today. – See more at: https://www.wilderness.org.au/campaigns/tasmanias-forests#sthash.2pswhq5Z.dpuf.