Recent news that Gunns will close its softwood sawmill in Scottsdale was like a bad case of deja vu. This was the outcome that I, along with other industry and community leaders predicted in January 2007 when the Labor Government presided over the allocation of Scottsdale’s softwood resource. It was all the more difficult to [...]
365 days in the life of a pollie
Today Parliament returns for two days of sittings. Not very long is it? I thought it would be useful to blog today on what is going on today in the context of our usual pattern. After all, many people are intrigued to find out exactly what a politician does with her 365 days per year.
Adult Education & George Town “Hub”
Tonight I rise to bring to the attention of the House two items that are quite important in my electorate of Bass. First of all, the Labor-Green Government is shifting adult education in Launceston to the Launceston Library. It is a very sad fact of history now that the beautiful and elegant Mechanics Institute was [...]
Relationships Amendment (Recognition of Registered Relationships) Bill 2010
After speaking during the debate today, I voted against the proposed legislation but attempted to improve it with an amendment. The amendment was lost and I will certainly ask the Legislative Council members to consider it during their deliberations.
Condolence motion – the late Hon Sue Napier
Mr FERGUSON (Bass) – I am also sad to rise to support this important motion in recognition of the late Honourable Sue Napier, a striking Tasmanian, former member of this House, a sister, a wife and mother. I too would like to thank you, Brian, and my other colleagues who have spoken so nicely, so [...]
