The need for regulation of private forestry investment in Australia

Summary

Private forestry investment first began in Australia in the early 1900's, flourished up to the 1930's, stopped, and was renewed again in the 1960's and 70's. The activities of smaller and often questionable private companies offering investments in forestry (and often related real estate) to the public, is considered to be harmful to the forestry industry and profession, and needs to be regulated. The case for regulation in this country is documented. The merits of government versus self regulation are discussed with the conclusion that a combination of both should provide the regulation.