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Media Releases
Greens’ Quad Bike Safety Motion Passes Leg Co
The Legislative Council has sent a strong message to the Rockliff Government that it expects stronger regulation of quad bikes and ATVs to prevent injury and save lives.
Data Shows Tasmanians Don’t Support Salmon Industry
Tasmanians are concerned about the marine environment and feel negatively about the salmon industry, according to a new CSIRO survey.
Proof in the Pudding on RTI Review Response
The Greens welcome the government’s support for most of the recommendations made in the Review of Tasmania’s Right to Information Framework.
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.
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.