Forestry and rural social change [in New Zealand: a comment.

Authors: B. N. P. Smith
Publication: New Zealand Journal of Forestry, Volume N.Z.J.For. 1981, Issue N.Z.J.For. 26(1) 1981, pp 103-107, May 1981
Publisher: New Zealand Institute of Forestry

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Abstract: The growth predicted for the forestry sector over the next two decades will bring about considerable social change in various regions in New Zealand, particularly in major project areas. Problems are likely to arise where expansion and development are seen as threatening the quality of rural life, the assumed benefits to local employment and income do not eventuate, or local autonomy is undermined. The importance of these factors must be recognised in planning for the expected expansion in the forest industry.

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