The announcement today of the closure of the longstanding Swift’s Creek mill is disappointing news for employees and the local community.
The Pentarch Group announcement that it is relocating its operations to Yarram and closer to its wood sources, ends a timber industry presence in the town that has lasted generations.
I am advised that the approximately 14 employees have been offered expressions of interest to work at the new site, but the initial feedback I have received is that almost all will remain in the Swift’s Creek area.
I am monitoring the situation closely and seeking further details on behalf of affected employees in required and provide any assistance I can to those impacted and to the wider community.
This is a resilient community and I will work with it on future opportunities.
Tim Bull
State Member Gippsland East

Friday, 16 January 2026