The 2025-26 Tasmanian State Budget, which may never proceed following a successful no-confidence motion in the Premier is a stark reminder of the fiscal crisis we are facing. Despite years of warnings and clear evidence of the need for remedial action, the government has failed to address the growing financial challenges. This budget is not […]
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Legislative Council, Wednesday 4 June 2025 Ms FORREST (Murchison) – Mr President, I wish to speak briefly on adjournment, as I advised you. It is to do with a matter related to TasBuild. The reason I want to read this letter from constituents of mine into Hansard is because this is not the first time […]
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Legislative Council, Wednesday 4 June 2025 Ms FORREST (Murchison) – Mr President, it is a little bit disappointing that we are dealing with this today. It was something that we were not expecting to deal with, at least until tomorrow. I am aware of all the things that are happening in the other place. I […]
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Legislative Council, Tuesday 3 June 2025 Ms FORREST (Murchison) – Mr President, I was hoping I would never have to speak about a budget that is so bad. I have been struggling to find the words to describe my despair. Anyone who has bothered to read the recent fiscal sustainability reports will not be surprised, […]
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Legislative Council, Tuesday 3 June 2025 Ms FORREST question to ACTING LEADER of the GOVERNMENT in the LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, Mrs PALMER With regard to new Commonwealth controls due to come into effect as of 1st July 2025 for particular sub-sets of PFAS or ‘forever’ chemicals intentionally added to packaging and products; 1) Will the Government have […]
The Wynyard Wildcatz cheerleading team have been crowned division champions at a worldwide competition in the United States. You can listen to their story here: […]
Legislative Council, Wednesday 28 May 2025 Ms FORREST question to ACTING LEADER of the GOVERNMENT in the LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, Mrs PALMER With regard to the eligibility of patients aged 45-74 for the National Bowel Screening Program: 1) Acknowledging this is a national scheme facilitated by the Australian Government, what is the rationale for the eligibility for […]
Legislative Council, Wednesday 28 May 2025 Ms FORREST question to MINISTER for INFRASTRUCTURE, Mr VINCENT I appreciate the response the minister has provided regarding the Bass Highway works between Wynyard and Marrawah. The follow-up question I have from that is: what is the reason for the delay in the release of federal government funds to […]
Legislative Council, Wednesday 28 May 2025 Ms FORREST question to ACTING LEADER of the GOVERNMENT in the LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, Mrs PALMER In relation to the vacant 1 FTE radiation oncology position at NWRH; 1) Has this position been filled; a. If not, is there an expected timeline for appointment? […]
Legislative Council, Wednesday 28 May 2025 Ms FORREST question to MINISTER for INFRASTRUCTURE, Mr VINCENT With regard to the Bass Highway – Wynyard to Marrawah upgrade: 1. Has a start date for the upgrade to the very dangerous section between Smithton and Marrawah, where frequent near misses occur, been determined;a. If so, when will works […]
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Legislative Council, Tuesday 27 May 2025 Ms FORREST question to ACTING LEADER of the GOVERNMENT in the LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, Mrs PALMER With regard to Cancer Services at the North West Regional Hospital: 1. How many specialist medical staff positions are currently filled in the areas of:a) Cancer – Haematology.b) Cancer – Medical Oncology.c) Cancer – Radiation […]
