AFCA has entered into voluntary liquidation
Friday 15 May 2026
The Australian Forest Contractors Association (AFCA) Board has
resolved to place the Association into voluntary liquidation.
This decision follows an extended period of financial
remediation, stakeholder consultation, and unsuccessful efforts to
resolve a historical project-related liability and establish a viable
long-term operating pathway for the Association.
Since September 2025, the current Board has undertaken extensive efforts
to:
- strengthen governance and financial processes;
- reduce operating costs;
- complete outstanding commitments;
- engage transparently with stakeholders; and
- continue progressing key industry reform priorities affecting forest
service businesses.
Consultation and feedback received from members and sponsors confirmed
that, while there remains strong support for contractor representation
and the issues AFCA has been advocating on, confidence in AFCA’s
ability to continue effectively under its current structure had been
significantly impacted by historical legacy decisions and resulting
actions.
The Board concluded that voluntary liquidation represents the
most responsible course of action to transparently address the
organisation’s liabilities and provide clarity for members,
sponsors, and industry stakeholders. An accompanying Operational
Snapshot, which summarises the tenure and activities of the current
Board, is available
on the website.
AFCA acknowledges and thanks its members, sponsors, stakeholders, and
industry partners for their support and contribution over many
years. Further information regarding the liquidation process will
be communicated as appropriate.
Kind regards,
The AFCA Board
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