Harvesting and milling indigenous forest – booklet

This booklet explains the legal requirements for harvesting and milling indigenous (native) timber on private land.

The booklet outlines:

• the approvals landowners need to harvest and mill native timber
• the situations where  landowners can harvest and mill native timber
• how to meet legal requirements while managing native forests sustainably
• sawmiller responsibilities and export controls.

The booklet also provides information on application forms, guidance, and support available from Te Uru Rākau – New Zealand Forest Service.