Opinion
Ruth’s opinion pieces and editorials on political, economic, and social issues facing Tasmania.
Public housing should not bear brunt of government debt
Housing Tasmania is forced to pay off millions to Federal Government, writes Ruth Forrest ONE of the essentials of life is shelter. If a person or a family does not…
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Safe access to abortions needed
WOMEN on low incomes and in regional Tasmania are being disadvantaged because of a lack of abortion services in public hospitals, says Murchison MLC Ruth Forrest. She will move a…
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There’s not a state tax that is fair or efficient
THIS year’s Federal budget and the Opposition response suggest there is $300 billion worth of revenue over the next 10 years that the Government is willing to hand back to…
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DO we still need the Legislative Council?
What is the role of the Tasmanian Legislative Council? It is timely to consider this important question in light of recent public comment suggesting the Legislative Council lacks relevance and…
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The glaring need for a State Optometrist
The only promise missing from this election campaign is the one we most desperately need. A State Optometrist. Someone to check the vision of those responsible for the daily deluge…
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Set name calling aside and agree on infrastructures plans
Government hasn’t stuck to its agenda for major projects, says Ruth Forrest THE TasWater takeover Bill which will soon be discussed in the Legislative Council contains provisions requiring the new…
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Mandatory sentencing a failed policy, a result of gutter politics
Ruth Forrest says judges and courts must have power to balance crime with punishment TOUGH on crime or a political stunt to win votes? With barely three months having passed…
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Infrastructure investment is the key to our state’s success
The state needs to devise a better plan for infrastructure spending, says Ruth Forrest THE annual Budget circus is about to get under way. Will it be the same old…
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DROP THE ALPHA MALE SCHOOLYARD BID FOR TASWATER AND CO-OPERATE
Ruth Forrest has a simpler, more collegial solution to state’s water, sewerage problems IT is a sure sign we are heading down the wrong track when disputing parties summon lawyers.…
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Much more than just child’s play
Hobart Mercury August 2, 2016 IT is often said that one’s health is everything. Those with good health and wellbeing often take it for granted until they experience its loss.…
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Economic road trip – a mystery tour
The Hobart Mercury – January 9, 2016 I’m not a monarchist but I do like the Queen. Especially when she asks pertinent questions as she did in 2009 when visiting the…
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Parliamentary inquiry with focus on preventative care
The Hobart Mercury, March 16, 2016. A PARLIAMENTARY inquiry has recommended an overhaul of Tasmania’s preventative healthcare systems with the state lagging far behind the national average in several areas. A joint select…
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