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Media Releases
Minister Ignored Commissioner’s Firearms Safety Advice
Minister Ellis has been playing politics with the serious issue of firearms reform for months, minimising the importance of the reform.
Mortality Event “Progress” Report Shows None
The Progress report on actions to prevent another catastrophic salmon mortality event is further evidence the Liberal Government is refusing to act to protect our marine...
Numbers at Ashley Increasing, Despite Government Assurances
The number of young people detained in Ashley Youth Detention Centre has continued to increase and is approaching the decade-high level recorded two years ago.
Community Service Support Needed as Prices Rise
The war in Iran is hitting home for Tasmanians, with price rises already putting pressure on people – and community service organisations are on the frontline.
TasTAFE Funding Cuts Lie at Liberals’ Feet
News TasTAFE will be cutting courses and restructuring to find $45 million in savings over the next four years raises significant concerns for vocational education in Tasmania.
RTI Action Needed Following Damning Ombudsman Report
Sensitive personal information is frequently being released in error, according to an investigation report by the Tasmanian Ombudsman.
In Parliament
State of the State
Honourable acting Speaker, I rise to offer my response to the Premier's State of the State.
State of the State
Honourable Speaker, I want to start by recognising that this parliament sits on Muwinina land.
Minister for Racing – Legal Fees
Yesterday you said, on our question, that you would provide the amount of the legal fees that you've had paid by taxpayers, 'at the earliest opportunity'.
Macquarie Point Stadium – Contractors
Few expect the cost of the stadium to stop at $1.13 billion, the latest estimate following multiple cost blowouts since this project was first announced at $715 million.
Macquarie Point Stadium – Electricity Supply
An RTI by the Greens to TasNetworks has exposed significant unanswered questions about the electricity supply for the Macquarie Point stadium.
Salmon Industry – Florfenicol Permit Suspension
The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority has just suspended the salmon industry's permit to use the controversial antibiotic florfenicol in Tasmanian waters.