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The Australian Government is investing $5 million from 2026–27 through the Forestry Growth Fund to support implementation of two illegal logging law reforms: the new notification requirement and the use of timber testing technologies to verify species and origin claims. Source: Timberbiz These reforms are provided for in the legislation but are not yet in effect. The funding will help the department establish a digital notification system for importers and processors to provide required due diligence information before importing regulated timber products or processing raw logs. Earlier access to this information will support more timely risk assessment and targeted compliance activities. The funding will also support the integration of timber testing technologies within the department’s compliance operations. These technologies will help the department to verify claims about the species and origin of regulated timber products where appropriate, supporting a consistent, evidence-based approach to implementing Australia’s illegal logging laws. This work will be delivered progressively over several years. The government will keep stakeholders informed as the digital system and timber testing capability are developed, including through future updates and consultation on implementation and transition arrangements.  

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