2026 Mystic Harvesting and Haulage Operations, Oct – Dec

September 24, 2026

Following the completion of salvage harvesting operations at HVP’s Shelley Estate, which was impacted by fires earlier this year, the harvesting crew will return to the Mystic area to continue planned forestry operations.

HVP has continued to monitor the remaining plantation in the Mystic area and has identified ongoing windthrow, with trees blown over or damaged by recent winds. Harvesting the affected area will allow the damaged timber to be safely recovered before it deteriorates further, while reducing the risk of additional trees being affected.

Tree Harvesting

Harvesting is expected to commence Monday 5 October 2026 and continue through to early December 2026, subject to weather, ground conditions and harvesting progress.

For safety reasons, the harvest area will be closed to all public access for the duration of the works. Exclusion areas will be clearly identified with signage and on the attached map.

Log Transport

Logs will be transported from the site to HVP customers in Myrtleford, Wangaratta, Benalla and regional NSW.

Increased heavy vehicle movements can be expected in the area while harvesting and haulage operations are underway. For your safety, we strongly advise motorists not to overtake trucks in the local neighbourhood.

Safety

Safety is HVP’s highest priority. Please note:

• Forest work areas are closed to all public access during operations, including when crews are not present.
• Worksites are hazardous, with risks that may not be immediately obvious, including falling trees, dislodged rocks and machinery with limited visibility.
• Expect increased heavy vehicle and machinery activity in the area.
• Please follow all on-site signage and directions from forest operators.

HVP appreciates that the Mystic area is valued by the local community and recognises that these works may cause some inconvenience to residents, businesses and recreational users.

We apologise for any inconvenience and appreciate the community’s cooperation and understanding while this necessary harvesting work is undertaken.

Click to see closure area

Community recreation

HVP recognises that many community members value our forests for walking, running and bike-riding activities throughout the year. Before entering any plantations, please apply for a Human Powered Pass. It is a condition of this Pass to remain outside of closed areas.

For more information – Harvest

For further information, to provide feedback, or to become a stakeholder, please:

• contact our Myrtleford office: phone (03) 57312000;  or
• message HVP via our contact page.

For more information on Mountain Bike Trails:

• www.elevationmystic.com/media/mystic-harvest-update/