Experience the Merrett Logging Difference: Cutting-Edge Equipment and Expertise for Timber Harvesting
Over 40+ Years of Experience
and Knowledge
Over 90 Valued Staff
Members
Proud Sponsor of over
25 community clubs
Hauled over 900,000 tonnes
per annum
A Family-Owned Business with Deep Roots in Sustainable Forestry
Merrett Logging is a family-run forestry harvesting and haulage business in Penola. At Merrett Logging, we provide our local industries with timber and timber products. We produce and transport quality products using state-of-the-art equipment, and to ensure quality is maintained throughout the process, we employ the most qualified and experienced tradespeople. With the demand for wood increasing in several sectors like construction and household furniture, Merrett Logging is your best from-the-source solution.
Our People
Merrett Logging employs over 100 hand-picked experienced, and committed staff. All our staff believe in our company’s values, and our combined team experience makes us the leading logging business in Australia.
Want a career with Merrett Logging?
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Recent News
Just like the forestry industry, Merrett Logging is constantly changing and evolving. Read the latest news below to stay up to date with events in the industry and updates within our company.
Committed to a Greener Future
Sustainability is one of our core values at Merrett Logging, keeping the planet and our community at the heart of our business. Trees are vital to our planet’s carbon dioxide cycle and provide habitats for a variety of wildlife – and that’s why sustainable forestry is so important. We harvest our softwood every 15 years, only taking what we need without depleting our sources. Sustainability is ensuring we leave a better world for future generations.
Local Roots, Nationwide Reach
Merrett Logging’s base camp is in Penola, South Australia. However, we have a broader service area with a depot in Mount Gambler and deliver as far as Colac, and Geelong. We work within South Australia and Victoria’s green triangle, which spreads between Portland, Hamilton, Penola and Millicent. If you’re in the area, don’t hesitate to call us for all your forestry harvesting and haulage needs.
Stay Up to Date
As the demand for timber increases, it’s always best to keep up with the latest technology and news in the forestry industry. At Merrett Logging, we keep all our clients up to date with the latest, including new machinery and developments. We also encourage any of our clients to get in touch to discuss future plans with us – our friendly staff are happy to answer any questions you may have.
🏆 2026 LARGE BUSINESS OF THE YEAR FINALISTS! 🏆
We’re incredibly proud to have been named a finalist in the Large Business of the Year category at the 2026 Mount Gambier & Districts Business Awards!
As a family-owned business, this recognition means a great deal to us and is a testament to the hard work, dedication and commitment of our entire team.
A huge thank you to our employees, customers and everyone who continues to support Merrett Logging.
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📰 The Woodflow Review - October 2026 🗞️
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The Monthly Woodflow - October 2026
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