Electorate Updates
News and information from Ruth about local projects, events, and issues affecting the electorate.
More answers to questions relating to COVID-19 in Tasmania
Legislative Council Thursday 7 May, 2020 I asked a number of questions in Parliament on Thursday, 7 May in relation to COVID19 in Tasmania and in the North-West in particular.…
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Holiday in Tassie this Winter
Starting from June 15 (subject to Public Health advice) we have an opportunity as Tasmanians to holiday at home without the crowds from mainland Australia! Let’s explore our beautiful State…
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Travel within Tasmania
As COVID19 restrictions begin to ease, what does this mean when it comes to the way we move around within Tasmania and how we interact with others? Here is some useful…
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Weddings and Funerals – What does the easing of restrictions mean?
Some of the common areas where people ordinarily come together for celebration, support or comfort, have been severely impacted in recent times. Here is some information on what the easing…
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Restaurants and cafés – Information for businesses and patrons
As part of the Tasmanian Government’s staged approach to the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, Stage 1 which commences on 18 May 2020 allows restaurants and cafes to re-open for ‘dine…
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Sport and Recreation activities
The Tasmanian Government is implementing a staged approach in the lifting of restrictions so that we can continue to reduce the risk of CIVIC-19 to the community. Stage 1 commences…
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NDIS Services during COVID-19
The following answers to questions asked in Parliament on Thursday 7 May, 2020 have been recieved from the Minister for Disability Services and Community Development. The questionos are in relation…
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Testing advice for West Coast residents
Community testing for COVID-19 is more important than ever as we begin to take gradual steps to re-open businesses and activities within our community. The mobile testing bus will be…
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COVID Safe Workplaces
COVID Safe Workplaces are vital as we reopen, businesses and all workplaces operate in ways that keep all workers safe and minimise the risk of a Covid-19 outbreak. WorkSafe Tasmania…
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Restrictions that have changed related to COVID-19 – 11 May 2020
The Tasmanian Government has developed a staged approach to lifting the current COVID-19 restrictions. These will be gradual, carefully monitored changes with safeguards in place. As the Premier stated –…
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Ruth’s guide to having a COVID-19 test – that doesn’t make your eyes water!
I reckon you know by now that having a nasal swab may not be the most fun you will have in your week (though it might be, depending on your…
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Your updated COVID-19 related Questions Answered – 11 May 2020
I have had a number of questions asked via a recent Facebook post and have shared the answers here. As promised, I have followed up on those which had answers…
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