The Greens are glad to hear the government have placed a deliberate focus on the welfare of greyhounds and horses not currently racing because of COVID-19.
It’s vital the government supports families without computer or internet access by providing laptops and WiFi for the duration of COVID-19.
The tenants in the 20-unit complex in Hobart facing a huge rent hike is further evidence the State Government must enact a freeze on rent increases.
With more cases of COVID-19 being announced daily residents need an assurance they will not need to leave the North West for critical health services.
Last week, the Federal Government announced it would underwrite the integration of private hospitals into the public system.
The Greens recognise the strong public health grounds behind the Director of Public Health’s decision to defer Legislative Council elections.
The decision to restrict the movements of Tasmanians is full of challenges but it’s required to save lives.
We welcome the Order, gazetted today, to protect tenants in private or public rental homes from eviction.
The Federal Government’s JobKeeper payment is welcome, but many casual workers and temporary visa holders in Tasmania are still at risk.
The Greens are glad to hear the Premier say he will issue an Order today to protect tenants in private or public rental homes from evictions.
