Nov 5, 2025
Tasmanian Labor has the chance to send a clear and united message in the fight for the future of the Bell Bay Aluminium smelter. Liberal Member for Bass, Michael Ferguson, will move a Private Member’s Motion, calling on all Members of Parliament to join together in support of Bell Bay Aluminium, its workforce, and the Northern Tasmania community.
“Bell Bay Aluminium is a cornerstone of the Northern Tasmanian economy, directly employing over 550 people and supporting hundreds more through a supply chain of almost 300 local businesses,” Mr Ferguson said. (more…)
Nov 5, 2025
The Tasmanian government has paved the way to secure the immediate future of Bell Bay Aluminium with an in-principle 12-month power agreement. The agreement will allow time for the State Government to continue to work with the company and the Federal Government on a long-term plan for the smelter. (more…)
Oct 9, 2025
The Tasmanian Government has again urged the Federal Labor Government to intervene to ensure the sustainability of Bell Bay Aluminium. (more…)
Oct 7, 2025
Two years since the cruelty and evil of October 7, the grief and trauma remain with so many families.
We honour the victims. We stand with survivors. We condemn the terror that tore countless lives apart. (more…)
Sep 9, 2025
Mr FERGUSON (Bass) – Honourable Speaker, I rise tonight to pay tribute to the late John Watson AM – Launceston born and bred, a true Liberal, a man of integrity, faith, and tireless service to Tasmania and our nation.
John’s public life spanned a remarkable three decades representing Tasmania in the Australian Senate, followed by five more years on the West Tamar Council. John never sought fanfare but real outcomes. Before politics, he had learned leadership in the world of commerce, especially at the Kelsall and Kemp Woollen Mill, treating people – his workers – with dignity even in the hardest moments, those of a large factory closing down and families hurting. (more…)
