Thank you to Peter Partridge
Statement from Michael Ferguson I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Peter Partridge. I had the privilege of knowing and working with Peter for more than 20 years across my roles in both federal and state government. Peter was a dedicated public...
Speech to Parliament: Ukraine-Russia Ceasefire hopes for peace
Mr FERGUSON (Bass) - Honourable Speaker, today, very welcome news has been received of a US brokered, 30-day ceasefire between Russia and the Ukraine. That has been accepted by the Ukraine, but not yet by Russia. I hope and pray that they do accept it, and so they...
Speech to Parliament: Support for Australia Day is up
Mr FERGUSON (Bass) - Honourable Speaker, I rise to reflect on Australia Day. I want to highlight what it means to be proud to be Australian, I am grateful to be Australian, but also the fantastic events held across my electorate of Bass. I also want to recognise the...
Address to Parliament: Economy, Budget, Pokies Reform, Spirits
Mr FERGUSON (Bass) - Deputy Speaker, I rise today to speak and commend the Premier on his annual address. In my contribution tonight, I will be discussing the very important initiatives that our Premier is leading for and on behalf of the government, and I hope for...
Dorset Council reinstatement and final report
Statement to the North Eastern Advertiser, Wednesday 29 January 2025: I confine my comments today to the suspension of the elected members of Dorset Council: the Mayor, Deputy Mayor and Councillors which has prevented them from performing the duties they were elected...
Responding to reports of a ceasefire in Israel
After the horrors of October 7, 2023, it was wonderful news today (at long last) to achieve a negotiated ceasefire in Israel to secure the release of the hostages. There has been such a tragic loss of innocent lives - on both sides of the conflict. The deliberate...
State-of-the-art St Lukes grand opening in Launceston
29 November 2024 Michael Ferguson, Liberal Member for Bass The Tasmanian Liberal Government is supporting state-of-the-art infrastructure investments across Tasmania as part of the 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future. Liberal Member for Bass, Michael Ferguson, said...
Statement on harm minimisation measures
19 November 2024 Michael Ferguson, Liberal Member for Bass Liberal Member for Bass, Michael Ferguson, said he remains firmly in support of a mandatory pre-commitment card-based system in Tasmania. “While I’m of course very disappointed that the policy has been...
Pokies reforms puts power into players’ hands
Tasmania is at a political and moral crossroads. With the THA trying to stop our promised pokies reforms, the integrity and backbone of every MP is under pressure. I for one will not be buckling nor do I feel the need to. The parliament was totally unified in 2021...
Statement from Michael Ferguson MP
It is with a heavy heart that this afternoon I have tendered my resignation as Treasurer and Minister. It is also my intention to resign as Deputy Leader of the Liberal Party. I will continue to serve the people of Bass – who have faithfully elected me on six...
Anzac Day 2024 – Speech at the Launceston service
Today our community pauses and we put aside every distraction.We mark the Gallipoli landings in 1915 over a century ago, as well as commemorating and honouring every Australian who served and died in military operations. This granite cenotaph stands as a permanent...
Improvements to the Tasman Highway a step closer with public views sought
The Rockliff Liberal Government is working hard to make Tasmanian roads safer and more efficient. Minister for Infrastructure, Michael Ferguson, said the Government is now inviting feedback from the community on ways to improve the Tasman Highway between Sorell and...
Thank you
To say that we are grateful to you, would be a huge understatement! We have worked side by side for your family, for our community, for our state. And we are so very grateful for the trust that has been given in this important role. As we work though the process of...
The best plan for Housing
We're producing more houses, better support for renters and helping first home buyers like never before. Under our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future, a re-elected majority Liberal Government will: Deliver a new $35 million Homes Faster! Partnership incentive fund...
The best plan for Health
Building a better health system is the cornerstone of our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania's future. Over the past 10 years we have invested more than $1 billion in new hospitals and health infrastructure and will spend $1 billion more over the next decade to keep...
Community Commitments – Bass
Community groups, councils and sporting organisations will be supported with commitments to progress important local initiatives under a re-elected majority Liberal Government’s 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future. The commitments will encourage greater community...
Our Plan for Northern Tasmanian Roads and Bridges
A re-elected majority Liberal Government will get Tasmanians home to their loved ones safer and sooner as part of our 2030 Strong Plan to build better roads across the State. Premier, Jeremy Rockliff, said Tasmania’s increasing population, strong economy and prudent...
A Strong Plan to activate Flinders Island
The beautiful islands that make up the Furneaux group have long histories, traditions and a remoteness that can deliver a real competitive edge. A majority Liberal Government has a 2030 Strong Plan for the Island’s Future, ensuring that what we love most about it, is...
War on wrecks in the Tamar River
A re-elected majority Liberal Tasmanian Government will introduce much tougher new laws to fix the growing problem of abandoned and derelict vessels as part of its 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s future. The improved laws will include new powers to require evidence of...