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PESRAC Report Ignores Climate EmergencyTasmanians have been sadly let down by the Premier’s Economic and Social Recovery Advisory Council. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 21 Jul 2020 |
Government Must Prioritise Respiratory Health Housing RefitsThe reports of respiratory illness from a Housing Tasmania complex in South Hobart are distressing. Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 3 Jul 2020 |
Tasmania must resist influence and reduce reliance on ChinaTwo news items in the past week should be a wake-up call to any remaining doubters that Tasmania is far too heavily dependent on China. Cassy O'Connor MP | Opinion | 12 Jun 2020 |
Greens Thank Teachers on Public Education DayOn Public Education Day, the Greens thank all teachers and support staff in the public system for the dedicated, tireless work they do. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 28 May 2020 |
Leaders Must Listen to Young People in COVID-19 RebuildThe Greens welcome the Commissioner for Children and Young People’s 'Listening to Children and Young People in Tasmania Report 2019'. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 14 May 2020 |
Back To School Challenges for Teachers and ParentsConfusion still reigns in school communities and many teachers are highly stressed as Term 2 starts. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 28 Apr 2020 |
Caution Urged on Term 2 ReturnThe Greens acknowledge the decision to reopen schools after the break for the children of essential workers and disadvantaged students. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 16 Apr 2020 |
Tasmanian Students Should be Provided LaptopsIt’s vital the government supports families without computer or internet access by providing laptops and WiFi for the duration of COVID-19. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 7 Apr 2020 |
Principals Association Confirms Climate Anxiety in Primary SchoolsThe Australian Primary Principals Association has found nearly two thirds of schools say they have insufficient resources to deal with anxiety in students. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 25 Feb 2020 |
TASC Must Review Questionable Assessments and Improve Its SystemsHundreds of VET students across Tasmania are likely affected by yet another stuff up in the Tasmanian Assessment Standards and Certification assessments. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 20 Dec 2019 |
Quality Education for all Tasmanian StudentsInvestment in education is one of the most important functions of government. Our schools need more funding for teachers and support staff. Andrea Dawkins | Policies | 2 Feb 2018 |
TAFE TasmaniaThis is a very interesting and significant debate, particularly for young Tasmanians who are looking for affordable public vocational training options. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 16 Oct 2019 |
Extension School ProgramMadam Speaker, I always have great faith in our young people, in their capacity to learn and to grow and to be active in our community and to drive change. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 25 Sep 2019 |
Estimates Reply - Deputy PremierThere is a truly outstanding range of depth and rich variety of courses young adults can choose from in year 11 and 12. Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 12 Jun 2019 |
Budget Reply SpeechCassy O'Connor delivers a budget reply speech for the 2019-20 state Budget, and speaks to alternative policies in the Greens' Alternative Budget. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 29 May 2019 |
AEU Executive Decision on Pay OfferThe Greens welcome the progress between the AEU Executive and the government on wages policy. Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 10 May 2019 |
Labor's Education Policy Insufficient and DisingenuousLabor’s education plan is insufficient, lazy policy that’s extremely disingenuous. They have let down educators, the AEU, and Tasmanian children. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 6 Feb 2018 |
Hodgman Must Abandon Cheap TacticsPremier Will Hodgman has claimed the recent Australian Education Union report was “Fake News”. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 12 Dec 2017 |
East Derwent Primary School and Jordan River Learning Federation - Community Safety MapsThe East Derwent Primary School worked with Colony 47, Red Cross, the Salvation Army and the Smith Family to create community safety maps. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 1 Nov 2017 |
Rockliff Fails to Explain $188K Payment to TasTAFE CEOTasTAFE's former CEO received a $188 000 separation payment despite being the subject of a damning Integrity Commission investigation. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 2 Nov 2017 |
Liberals Shoot the Messenger on Education ShortfallIndependent analyst, Martyn Goddard, found state-educated students in Tasmania were being short-changed every year by an average of $908 each. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 27 Oct 2017 |
Early Years Education - Allocation of FundsAndrea Dawkins questions the Minister for Education over the allocation of early years education funding. Andrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 15 Aug 2017 |
Disability in Education Teachers Survey 2017The TDERL provides parents of students living with disability in Tasmanian schools a voice. Andrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 12 Sep 2017 |
Disability Education Snapshot Shows Liberals' Continued FailureToday’s snapshot from The Tasmanian Disability Education Reform Lobby continues to paint a picture of chronically underfunded class rooms. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 28 Aug 2017 |
Lower School Starting Age Funding Must be Invested in Early EducationAfter more than 12 months of community outrage, the Liberals’ decision to remove their lower school starting age from Education Act changes is welcome. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 15 Aug 2017 |
TasTAFE Investigation Highlights Need for Crime of Misconduct in Public OfficeThe investigation into TasTAFE has highlighted the need for there to be a crime of misconduct in public office on the Tasmanian statutes. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 5 Jul 2017 |
State Budget ResponseHaving slashed funding to essential services in their first Budget, now the Liberals are trying to repair some of the damage. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 25 May 2017 |
Integrity Commission Report into TasTafe CEOThe Greens referred concerns about the governance of TasTafe to the Integrity Commission after serious allegations were raised with our office early last year. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 23 May 2017 |
Federal Budget Fails TasmaniaTasmania missed out any substantial infrastructure investment as a result of the Hodgman Liberals' failure. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 10 May 2017 |
Greens Launch Candidate for LyonsThe Tasmanian Greens are delighted to announce that Fraser Brindley will be the Greens’ lead candidate for the key seat of Lyons in the upcoming State election. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 30 Apr 2017 |
Hodgman Government Caves to Extreme Right and Axes Safe SchoolsThe Hodgman Government's decision to scrap funding for the Safe Schools' program is a sure sign the Government has caved in to pressure from Senator Abetz. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 19 Apr 2017 |
Greens Call for Better Support for Students with DisabilitiesIn Greens’ Private Members Time this week, we’ll move to affirm the rights of all Tasmanian students to a quality education. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 10 Apr 2017 |
Hodgman Must Stand Up for Northern Maritime JobsThe Australian Maritime College in Launceston is the national centre of naval expertise. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 29 Mar 2017 |
Hodgman Needs To Lead Drug Law ReformRosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 21 Mar 2017 |
Rockliff Must Investigate Biddulph GagThe Education Minister must immediately investigate the full circumstances which led to the attempted gag of Steve Biddulph. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 2 Mar 2017 |
Liberals Should Commit to Continuing Child and Family Centre Roll OutAndrea Dawkins | Media Release | 5 Feb 2017 |
NAPLAN Highlights Need for Equality in EducationAndrea Dawkins | Media Release | 13 Dec 2016 |
Music, Count Us In3 November 2016 marked the 10th anniversary of Music, Count Us In, a virtual choir performed by more than 600,000 students from around Australia. Andrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 16 Nov 2016 |
Liberals Cave to Extreme Right on Safe SchoolsAt their State Council meeting today, the Tasmania Liberals passed a Motion to abolish the Safe Schools program. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 5 Nov 2016 |
Rockliff Must Stand Up to Federal Counterparts on Education FundingThe proposed changes to the Tasmanian Education system are heralding additional funding requirements of over $100 Million. Andrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 22 Sep 2016 |
Education Bill Has Gaping HolesAll Tasmanians want to see education outcomes improve, but the Liberals' Education Bill has some gaping holes. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 21 Sep 2016 |
Call for Government to Invest in Skilled Workers and VETIn Tasmania, the number commencing training or apprenticeship has dropped by 3,000 in the past decade. Andrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 15 Sep 2016 |
Education Act Changes Need Full Community SupportAndrea Dawkins | Media Release | 18 Sep 2016 |
Tasmania's Home Education System Highest Registration in the CountryThe Tasmanian model for home education is regarded as being the most effective in the Nation. Andrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 13 Sep 2016 |
Ice Use Needs Government-Wide ActionRosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 29 Aug 2016 |
Book Week Enriches Children's Lives and MindsSchools and public libraries joining teachers and children to celebrate Australian authors and illustrators during National Book Week. Andrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 25 Aug 2016 |
Call for Professional Development for Teachers in Disability EducationOver 500 teachers statewide took part in the Teachers View Survey with a whopping 90 per cent indicating Tasmania’s disability education system is inadequate. Andrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 23 Aug 2016 |
takayna/Tarkine Still Under Threattakanya, or Tarkine, is a place of deep cultural significance to Tasmanian Aboriginal people and recognised globally as a region of outstanding cultural value. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 18 Aug 2016 |
Science Week Promotes Understanding of Our WorldAndrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 18 Aug 2016 |
Tasmanian Schools Targeted in Overseas Pornography RingReports emerged yesterday of two Tasmanian schools being targeted in an overseas pornography ring. Andrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 17 Aug 2016 |
Back Down on Lower School Age WelcomedWe welcome the Education Minister's announcement that he will abandon plans to lower the compulsory school starting age. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 18 Aug 2016 |
International Child Exploitation Ring in Tasmanian SchoolsIt's very disturbing news that two Tasmanian schools have been named in the international child exploitation ring. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 17 Aug 2016 |
No Support for Rockilff's Plan to Lower School Starting AgeThe Tasmanian Greens have a fully costed alternative Policy to roll out 11 new Child and Family Centres. Andrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 16 Aug 2016 |
Greens Release Alternative to Lower School Age Policy InitiativePublic concern is growing over the Liberal Government's plan to lower the mandatory school starting age. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 6 Aug 2016 |
State Budget: Address in ReplyCassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 31 May 2016 |
Minister Rockliff Warned of Early Learning Changes to Education ActUnlike mainland States, Tasmania does not currently have classified operational preschools in Early Childhood Education and Care services. Andrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 16 Jun 2016 |
Ministers on Notice to Ensure All Checks Are Done With Teen ChallengeTeen Challenge Tasmania has received approval from the Meander Valley Council to establish their ‘Home of Hope’ at the former school site. Andrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 16 Jun 2016 |
Rockliff Feels Heat on Education Act ChangesThe Minister of Education tried to reassure Tasmanian parents about changes to the Education Act, due to be debated in the next session of Parliament. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 14 Jun 2016 |
Rockliff Misleading Over Teacher NumbersAndrea Dawkins | Media Release | 8 Jun 2016 |
LGBTI Issues: Ultimate Support for a Simple LifeAndrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 1 Jun 2016 |
Tasmanian Greens' Alternative BudgetCassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 31 May 2016 |
Liberal Government Must Restore Teacher NumbersAndrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 31 May 2016 |
State Budget 2016: Dishonest Liberal Government Budget Lacks Vision and CourageThe Hodgman Liberal Government’s 2016/17 Budget lacks courage and a vision for the future. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 31 May 2016 |
Liberal Party Should Pay Back Donation from Unlawful Careers AustraliaAndrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 26 May 2016 |
My Education Website Poor Alternative to Pathway PlannersAndrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 26 May 2016 |
Multicultural Friends of ParliamentCassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 25 May 2016 |
Federal Budget 2016: Premier Says Eslake, TasCOSS, Anglicare Are WrongCassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 5 May 2016 |
Federal Budget Education FailAndrea Dawkins | Media Release | 4 May 2016 |
Federal Budget 2016: Liberals Failed Tasmanian StudentsAndrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 4 May 2016 |
Premier's Failure in Canberra Sees Tasmania Left Off the Budget MapThere was nothing in the Federal Budget for Tasmania's education system, no extra funding for years 5 and 6 of Gonski. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 4 May 2016 |
Playgroups Pivotal in Early LearningNational Playgroup Week was held from the 20 to 26 March 2016, with many “World’s Biggest Playgroup Day” events held around the Country. Andrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 27 Apr 2016 |
Hodgman COAG April FoolThe Council of Australian Government's meeting was held in Canberra on 1 April 2016 - April Fool's Day. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 6 Apr 2016 |
State Schools Ignored by LiberalsThat the Coalition Federal government have only committed to funding the Gonski reforms to the end of 2016-17. Andrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 6 Apr 2016 |
Premier Must Stand Up for Schools at COAGPrime Minister Turnbull's attack on our public education funding would be crippling for Tasmania. Premier Hodgman needs to defend our schools staunchly at COAG. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 31 Mar 2016 |
Liberal Policy Shouldn't Undermine Education FurtherAndrea Dawkins | Media Release | 9 Mar 2016 |
More State Support for Safe Schools NeededMinister Rockliff and the state government should send Prime Minister Turnbull a strong message, by increasing support for the Safe Schools program. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 28 Feb 2016 |
More Schools Should Be Safe SchoolsThe federal government's attack on the Safe Schools Coalition is threatening the safety of young LGBTI people in Tasmania. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 24 Feb 2016 |
VET Fee Caps - Deregulation By Stealth?Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 24 Feb 2016 |
Time to Support TAFE, not DeregulateThe leaked TAFE plans point to the removal of state responsibility for TAFE, under a new Federal government plan to deregulate the sector. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 4 Feb 2016 |
Schools Still Hurting from CutsAndrea Dawkins | Media Release | 1 Feb 2016 |
Transparency on Education Secretary's Appointment CrucialThe government needs to be completely open about the appointment of the new Secretary of the Department of Education. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 23 Dec 2015 |
Tasmania Report Presents Multiple Challenges for the StateCassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 9 Dec 2015 |
Beresford Wins Tasmanian Book PrizeThe Tasmanian Greens MPs enthusiastically congratulate Quentin Beresford on winning the Tasmania Book Prize with his book, The Rise and Fall of Gunns Limited. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 3 Dec 2015 |
Welcome News on Child and Family CentresAndrea Dawkins | Media Release | 25 Nov 2015 |
E-School is SafeThe Greens welcome the news that Minister Rockliff has back-flipped on a previous announcement to cut staff numbers to the Tasmanian E-School. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 26 Nov 2015 |
Government Needs to act on Tourism Skills ShortageThe government needs to face up to the skills shortages in construction and hospitality and implement a coordinated approach through State Growth and Education. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 5 Nov 2015 |
No Real Answers for Big Picture School in LauncestonThe Big Picture School of the City Campus in Inveresk, Launceston has enjoyed ongoing success, providing a happy learning environment for disengaged students. Andrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 28 Oct 2015 |
Temporary Relief for City Campus Big PictureIt's comforting news that the government has put on hold any plans to move the City Campus Big Picture school until further discussions are had. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 2 Nov 2015 |
Gonski WeekAndrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 27 Oct 2015 |
Every Child Succeeds InitiativeAnglicare's Every Child Succeeds initiativ, forms part of the Communities for Children program funded by the federal government. Andrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 13 Oct 2015 |
Private VET Providers Peddle Dodgy DiplomasThere are many examples in Australia of private companies charging upwards of $10,000 for diplomas in various fields. Andrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 13 Oct 2015 |
Pettit Contract: Liberals Skirt Around Circumstances of Non-RenewalThe middle of the school year is odd timing to take the Department of Education in a new direction and not renewing the secretary of the department's contract. Andrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 25 Aug 2015 |
Rockliff Avoids Tough Questions on Students Living With DisabilitiesThe Liberals are not even prepared to commit to implementing the recommendations of the task force they established. Andrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 20 Aug 2015 |
No Explanation for Pettit ExitEducation Minister Jeremy Rockliff has offered no good explanation for his decision not to renew Mr Colin Pettit's contract next year. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 25 Aug 2015 |
Education Minister Needs to Find Compassion for Vulnerable ChildrenEducation Minister Rockliff today wouldn’t rule out implementing the remaining recommendations of the Ministerial Taskforce, but wouldn’t commit to it either. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 20 Aug 2015 |
Gutwein: Invest in Tasmanians916 full time positions that have been cut from the public service - the 158 teachers and 337 health professionals. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 18 Aug 2015 |
Rosie Batty's Call for Investment in Schools Must be HeededIt was an enormous privilege to meet and talk with Australian of the Year, Rosie Batty, in Hobart today. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 4 Aug 2015 |
Preliminary State Budget ResponseIf you are homeless, sick, have children in public schools, or care about the environment and action on climate change, the Budget has let you down. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 28 May 2015 |
Federal Budget-EducationThe Commonwealth Budget has failed public education in Tasmania by failing to deliver on years five and six of the Gonski funding reforms. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 13 May 2015 |
School Funding-Minister is all Over the PlaceEducation Minister Jeremy Rockliff's claim that public schools have received an increase in funding beggars belief. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 5 Mar 2015 |
Public School Funding FearsMinister Rockliff has secretly increased funding to non-government schools while slashing funding for public schools by over $18 million. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 5 Mar 2015 |
Years 11 & 12 ConcernsMinister Jeremy Rockliff intends to abolish the independent Tasmanian Qualifications Authority without having a replacement plan in place. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 29 Jan 2015 |
Gonski UnderminedEducation Minister Jeremy Rockliff is bastardising the Gonski reforms with his cuts to public school staffing. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 14 Nov 2014 |
School ChaplainsThe Minister for Education has backed down under pressure from Christopher Pyne by failing to stand up against the new rules for school chaplains. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 4 Nov 2014 |
Pathway Planners Pressure GrowsThe Greens welcome the Legislative Council inquiry into the impacts of the government’s decision to abolish the Guaranteeing Futures program. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 8 Oct 2014 |
Teacher Pay CutsThe Treasurer has not rejected the allegation that his pay cuts will cost a first year teacher who has trained for five years $23 000 over three years. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 3 Sep 2014 |
Pathway Planners Job CutsEducation Minister Jeremy Rockliff has refused to confirm exactly how many Pathway Planners will lose their jobs under his budget cuts to education. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 2 Sep 2014 |
Post Year 10 EducationThe farce that is the Liberal’s post year 10 policy was re-affirmed this morning in Parliament. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 26 Jun 2014 |
School Reforms RushedPublic schools have been thrown into disarray due to unnecessary haste and failure to consult over employment of extra literacy and numeracy teachers. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 23 Jun 2014 |
Tasmania Needs GonskiHodgman should seize the opportunity presented by today’s visit by the Prime Minister to urgently lobby for a rethink on his cuts to education funding. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 22 May 2014 |