Special Interest

Speeches made during Special Interest time, focusing on specific issues of concern to constituents or state-wide relevance.

Cancer Awareness and Dry July
Cancer Awareness and Dry July

Ms FORREST (Murchison) – Mr President, as you did early in the week, I acknowledge Bronte Charles in the Chamber.  She is a work experience student from St Aloysius Catholic…

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University of the Third Age
University of the Third Age

Ms Forrest (Murchison) – Mr President, I have no doubt that all members support and are aware of the value of lifelong learning.  After all, that is what we do…

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Stanley and Bicheno
Stanley and Bicheno

Ms FORREST (Murchison) – Mr President, I wish to bring to members’ attention the achievements of Tasmanians who reside and work in two Tasmanian coastal towns.  [...]Read More... from Stanley…

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Wynyard Yacht Club
Wynyard Yacht Club

Ms FORREST (Murchison) – Mr President, last year I spoke about the Wynyard Yacht Club being named Yachting Australia’s Club of the Year, winning the award over much bigger and…

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Richie Porte
Richie Porte

Ms FORREST (Murchison) – Mr President, I wish to speak briefly on adjournment to acknowledge the significant achievements of some Tasmanian sportspersons, in particular Richie Porte.  Richie Porte achieved an…

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