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Firmus Appeal Raises More Energy Questions
Days ago Firmus lodged an appeal against conditions placed on them for diesel generator use at their proposed Bell Bay AI factory.
Greens Back Nurses Protesting Liberals’ Health Cuts
It’s really concerning to hear the fixed-term contracts of nurses working in Medical Specialist Clinics at Wellington Clinics are not being extended.
Tasmanians Need to Be Prepared for El Nino Summer
With one of the largest El Nino events in recorded history in the Pacific, the Greens are encouraging Tasmanians to take heed of the Red Cross Emergency Redi week and be prepared.
Greens Secure Firearms Safety Amendments
The Greens are proud of our successful amendments to the bill reforming Tasmania’s firearms laws, which has passed through the House of Assembly.
Greens’ Conversion Ban Bill Tabled
The Greens’ bill to ban sexual orientation and gender identity conversion practices in Tasmania has been tabled in Parliament.
Constituent Faces Unacceptable Colonoscopy Wait
A constituent who tested positive for cancer has been told he has to wait up to 1 year for a colonoscopy he should have received within 30 days.
In Parliament
‘We Stand With Tasmania’ Greyhound Races
I want to take the opportunity to talk to members about greyhound racing that's happening in our name every week in the 'We Stand With Tasmania' races.
Wilson Family Lease at Melaleuca
Minister, in recent weeks I've asked you on behalf of the Wilson family about the status of the lease on the place that's been in their family for generations at Melaleuca.
Endoscopy Wait Times
The Greens were contacted by a constituent who had a positive bowel cancer screen result in June.
Heath Services Access for LGBTIQA+ Community
The ACCC recently approved the sale of Hobart Private Hospital to Calvary Healthcare, with the handover due to take place in November.
Macquarie Point Stadium – Veolia Contract
An agreement with Veolia to deliver a privately‑owned thermal energy plant and network at the stadium site had been abandoned for an as yet unclear alternative power proposal.
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery – Cuts
Thousands of Tasmanians are alarmed at the news that a treasured state institution, TMAG, is facing job losses as part of the Rockliff government's austerity budget cuts.