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About VAFI



The Victorian Association of Forest Industries (VAFI) is the peak industry body of the native hardwood processing industry in Victoria. It was established in 1945 under the Conciliation and Arbitration Act 1904-1956 and represents its members' interests to governments, communities and markets.

VAFI is a Registered Organisation under the Workplace Relations Act 1996, governed by a member elected President, Management and Executive Committee.

VAFI's work includes:

  • Representation of members interests to all levels of government, the community, other agencies and organisations
  • Development of policy and industry strategy based on the Vision 2025 ; Issues management, communications and public affairs
  • Advice to members on employee/ industrial relations, occupational health and safety and environmental management matters
  • Formation and maintenance of major collaborations and partnerships for continuous industry improvement
  • Research, analysis and advocacy of key industry and related issues

 

 

 

Organisation Structure

VAFI Executive:
President:
Bob Humphreys
 
Vice President:

Guy Mycroft
Peter Rutherford

 
Executive:

Gary Demby
Rowan Reid
Steve Roffey
Darrin McKenzie

 
Chief Executive Officer
Philip Dalidakis
 
Deputy CEO
Lisa Marty
 
Communications Manager
James Copsey
 
Office and Events Manager
Jessica Reid
 
Environment Management Systems
Donna Noonan
 
Information Technology
Sean Chua
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Funding

VAFI's funding in 2009/10 was derived from:

  • membership fees
  • rent from property
  • grants for project work.

All income is used for the work of the Association.

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