About us

In 2007 the Australian Sandalwood Network (ASN) developed an extensive industry development plan for the sandalwood plantation industry in Western Australia, in partnership with key industry groups.

The ASN is now addressing key industry development issues, through research, grower and industry support and partnership development with industry representatives. The ASN has completed a comprehensive business plan to drive the network and industry forward.

Due to increasing interest by Wheatbelt landowners in the developing sandalwood (Santalum spicatum) plantation industry and a need for grower coordination and increased access to information on all aspects of this industry, a sandalwood grower group was formed in 2003, known as the Avon Sandalwood Network Inc.

In January 2007, the association’s name was changed from the Avon Sandalwood Network to the Australian Sandalwood Network to extend our association membership base and provide strong industry development and grower representation for the exciting emerging industry.

Sandalwood trees in a plantation

The ASN has grown from being a Western Australian only initiative to having members from all over the country.

members

As of June 2024, The ASN has over 50 members, the majority of whom are primary producers and sandalwood growers from the WA Wheatbelt. However, members also include industry, natural resource management and research representatives.

Executive Committee

  • Chair: Grant Pronk
  • Deputy Chair: Felicity Morel Ednie Brown
  • Secretary & Executive Officer: Bethan Lloyd
  • Treasurer: Ros Macfarlane

Committee Members

  • Nick Drew & Pamela Strathem Drew
  • Ric Newman
A group of ASN members after sandalwood extraction day

Become a Member

ASN members have access to specialist services and resources in the Members Area, consider becoming a member to broaden your sandalwood experience.