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Jaensch Refuses to Protect Native Birds on World Wetlands DayNature lovers across lutruwita/Tasmania are celebrating World Wetlands Day today. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 2 Feb 2023 |
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Keeping Our Rivers in Top Health Vital For All of UsIt's time for a constructive tripartisan Inquiry into fresh water management in Tasmania Cassy O'Connor MP | Opinion | 30 Jan 2023 |
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End Cruel Duck Shoot BonanzaThe Tasmanian Greens have today written to Minister for Environment Roger Jaensch calling on him to intervene and stop the hunting of native ducks in Tasmania. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 18 Jan 2023 |
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Robbins Island EPA ApprovalSince its inception, a diverse range of experts have called out the problematic proposal. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 9 Dec 2022 |
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Hydro Not the Fix for Macquarie Harbour Fish Farm MessBefore questioning from the Greens was shut down by the Liberals in GBE Estimates, Hydro confirmed it is joining a committee run by fish farm growers. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 2 Dec 2022 |
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TasPorts - Environment and ClimateMinister, I note that TasPorts is seeking EcoPorts certification for the four primary ports, which is good to see. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 1 Dec 2022 |
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FoxglovesEach plant, sadly, can produce up to 100 000 seeds and many of these do not germinate for many years. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 27 Oct 2022 |
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Salmon - Presence of EthoxyquinToxicology experts have concluded those levels combined exceed even Australia's inadequate ethoxyquin maximum limit. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 26 Oct 2022 |
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Environmental Management and Pollution Control Amendment Bill 2022There is a lot to say on this bill. It is a very important amendment bill, and has been such a long time coming. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 25 Oct 2022 |
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Greens Move on Single Use Plastics LegislationThe Greens will be bringing our Single-use Plastics Bill on for debate next week in Parliament. We can’t keep waiting for the Liberals to act. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 20 Oct 2022 |
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Greens Move for Clarity on Water ManagementToday the Greens tabled a motion to establish a Parliamentary Inquiry into Fresh Water Management in Tasmania. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 19 Oct 2022 |
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Jaensch Marks Threatened Species Day with More Dithering on DevilsOn Threatened Species Day, we hear 220 Tasmanian devils have been killed on the state’s roads in the last year. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 7 Sep 2022 |
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What Role Did Liberal Ministers Play in Swift Parrot Perfidy?In Question Time, we asked Minister Jaensch what knowledge he had, and what role he played, in censoring the threats to the swift parrot’s survival. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 25 Aug 2022 |
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State of the Environment ReportThe Greens know that the natural world holds the key to human wellbeing and survival. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 17 Aug 2022 |
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Liberals Vote Against State of Environment Report CommitmentThe Liberals today voted against the Greens’ motion calling on them to ensure the next report, due in 2024, is delivered on time. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 17 Aug 2022 |
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State of the Environment ReportYour Government has missed two statutory deadlines for the State of the Environment Report. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 17 Aug 2022 |
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Tassal Takeover a Tasmanian TragedyTasmania’s fragile, unique marine waters are officially dominated by the profit imperative of foreign owned mega corporations. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 16 Aug 2022 |
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Robbins Island Development Should be Rejected Under Precautionary PrincipleFederal and state environment ministers must heed a recent Federal Court decision and apply the precautionary principle to the proposed Robbins Island windfarm. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 8 Aug 2022 |
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State of the Environment Needs Action, Not Another ReviewThe Deputy Premier’s comments, saying he intends to delay this legally required work by yet another unnecessary review, are concerning. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 3 Aug 2022 |
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State of Environment is DevastatingThe Australian State of the Environment Report paints a devastating picture of Australia’s ecosystems and biodiversity. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 19 Jul 2022 |
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Estimates Reply - JaenschI want to give an overview of my reflections on the Minister's responses and actions as the Minster for Environment and Climate Change. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 16 Jun 2022 |
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Environment and Climate Change – Heavy Metal ContaminationI wanted to raise an issue that's been brought to me by two wildlife ecologists or health specialists and it's about the levels of heavy metal contamination. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 8 Jun 2022 |
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Environment and Climate Change – Threatened Species Recovery Plans and StrategyThe federal Environment minister quietly removed the legislated requirement for 176 threatened species and habitats to have recovery plans prepared. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 8 Jun 2022 |
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Primary Industries and Water – JBSI draw your attention to the purchase of Huon Aquaculture last November by JBS, a Brazilian meat company, the largest protein producer on the planet. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 8 Jun 2022 |
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Resources – Nelson Bay River Site RemediationAre you aware of any remediation measures that Shree has undertaken since the mine closed? Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 7 Jun 2022 |
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Budget ReplyOur natural world is the source of all life. Our wild forests and grasslands, rivers and oceans are home to an extraordinary biodiversity. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 2 Jun 2022 |
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Moving Away from Single Use PlasticsToday the Greens tabled the Waste and Resource Recovery Amendment (Single-Use Plastics) Bill 2022. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 2 Jun 2022 |
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Waste and Resource Recovery Amendment (Single-Use Plastics) Bill 2022An Act to amend the Waste and Resource Recovery Act 2022 for the purpose of introducing restrictions on the use of single-use plastics. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Greens Bill | 2 Jun 2022 |
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Budget 2022-23 - Environment BudgetAt a time of biodiversity crisis, with endangered species hanging on by beak and claw and waste pollution ballooning, you decimate the environment budget. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 31 May 2022 |
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Budget Reply 2022-23So much has changed since the Tasmanian Greens handed down our last evidence-based and fully costed Alternative Budget late last year. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 1 Jun 2022 |
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Razor Gang Cuts to EnvironmentThe Minister for Environment Roger Jaensch is responsible for devastating cuts of over $33.75 million in waste initiatives across the next four years. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 31 May 2022 |
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Finfish Industry - Implementation of Committee RecommendationsThe Legislative Council's extensive public inquiry into the finfish industry has delivered its report. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 25 May 2022 |
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Vale the Mighty Melva TruchanasWild Tasmania has lost one of its greatest champions with the death of Melva Truchanas. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 16 May 2022 |
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JBS Purchase of Huon AquacultureThe takeover of Huon Aquaculture by that JBS meat giant in November last year was a shock to so many Tasmanians. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 4 May 2022 |
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JBS - ReputationThe use of the proceeds of crime to fund a venture is illegal. JBS has been convicted of that crime in the United States. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 4 May 2022 |
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Liberals Must Act on JBS Bribe ScandalYesterday’s Four Corners expose about behemoth Brazilian meat processor JBS revealed shocking bribery, environmental damage and workplace negligence. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 26 Apr 2022 |
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Robbins Island - WindfarmWe are in a race against time to restore degraded ecosystems and to protect the functioning ecosystems that we have, as a planet. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 8 Mar 2022 |
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Huon Pine Forest - Wilson River ValleyA Huon pine forest of a scale not seen outside the remote Olegas Truchanas Reserve in south-west Tasmania has now been surveyed and studied. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 9 Mar 2022 |
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Greens, Conservationists Ready to Fight Privatisation of South Coast TrackTo privitise and sanitise the South Coast Track would destroy its integrity and the increasingly rare experience of wild-ness. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 24 Feb 2022 |
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Liberals Must Scrap Mandated Logging Target to Save Swift Parrot from ExtinctionThe delightful swift parrot is on the brink of extinction, and only hundreds of birds exist. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 22 Feb 2022 |
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Native Duck Slaughter Must EndNative birds being blasted from the skies is not sport, and it’s not the Tasmanian way of life. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 21 Feb 2022 |
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Greens Welcome Consultation on Ashley Instead of Westbury Reserve for Northern PrisonWhile the final decision is yet to be made, Westbury residents who love the Brushy Creek Reserve will today be allowing themselves to breathe a sigh of relief. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 4 Feb 2022 |
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Vale Peter CundallLutruwita/Tasmania has lost one of its kindest, most engaging and feisty sons, with the death today of Peter Cundall Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 5 Dec 2021 |
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Waste and Resource Recovery Bill 2021This is a great boon for an investment in Tasmania into circular economy jobs, into beneficial industry for our state and Tasmania has a great opportunity. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 11 Nov 2021 |
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Labor Wrong on Container Refund SchemeLabor’s furthering the interests of big beverage companies risks delaying, or worse derailing, the implementation of Tasmania’s Container Refund Scheme Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 29 Oct 2021 |
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Liberals and Labor Vote Against Climate Action, Lock In Mandated Forest DestructionToday the old parties joined together to lock in the minimum sawlog quota that is driving forest destruction along with carbon and biodiversity loss. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 27 Oct 2021 |
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Time Wasted on Waste LevyTasmanian waste levy legislation is welcome - it’s seven years past time we adopted this simple and sensible policy. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 27 Oct 2021 |
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Jaensch Greenwashing Tasmanians on Independent EPAToday, the Minister admitted the ‘new look EPA’ will bear a strong resemblance to the existing model - currently failing communities and the environment. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 27 Oct 2021 |
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Belated Container Refund Scheme Finally HappeningA container refund scheme for Tasmania has been Greens’ policy for decades and we are pleased it is finally becoming a reality. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 26 Oct 2021 |
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Time to End Mandated Forest DestructionIn Greens’ Private Members Time this week, we will bring on for debate our Forest Management Amendment (Minimum Sawlog Quota Repeal) Bill 2021. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 25 Oct 2021 |
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Estimates Reply – Minister JaenschWe had some important conversations about the proposed legislative changes that are coming down the line for local government. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 14 Sep 2021 |
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Primary Industries - JBS TakeoverMinister, I want to ask you a couple of questions before I leave the committee about JBS and its planned takeover of Huon. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 9 Sep 2021 |
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Primary Industries - River HealthRivers in more extensively developed areas of catchment in Tasmania are under stress and this is causing changes in river health. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 9 Sep 2021 |
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Resources - Native Forest LoggingWhy wouldn't Tasmania show the same kind of climate leadership and announce an end to native forest logging? Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 9 Sep 2021 |
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Corrections - Westbury Prison ProposalI'd like to ask you about the proposed Westbury prison and explore what your agency's recent engagement with the Commonwealth has been. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 8 Sep 2021 |
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Local Government - Environmental Health OfficersProfessor Roger Hughes at UTAS has recommended that the workforce needs to be expanded by 25 full time equivalent staff across the state as a high priority. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 8 Sep 2021 |
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State Growth - PESRAC ReportWhat regard, if any, would State Growth and the Office of the Coordinator-General have for the recommendation in PESRAC? Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 8 Sep 2021 |
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State Growth - Robbins IslandDoes the Office of the Coordinator-General have any involvement in the proposed windfarm on Robbins Island? Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 8 Sep 2021 |
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Education - Students and ClimateEco anxiety is something that the Premier talked about yesterday in the Climate portfolio and it is a recognised psychological diagnostic area. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 7 Sep 2021 |
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Premier - ForestsPremier, this again relates to the PESRAC report and the strong findings from Tasmanians that they want to see the natural environment looked after. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 6 Sep 2021 |
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Premier - Environment and Climate SustainabilityTasmanians told us of their concern that Tasmania's environmental credentials don't truly stack up when a close look is taken. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 6 Sep 2021 |
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Environment Protection Authority AnnouncementThe Greens are pleased the State Government has acknowledged the need to establish an Independent Environment Protection Authority Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 8 Sep 2021 |
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Corrections' Estimates Confirms Government Working to Get Around Westbury Reserve ProtectionsCorrections Minister, Elise Archer, confirmed the government is seeking to find an ‘offset’ for the Westbury Reserve in order to build a prison on the site. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 8 Sep 2021 |
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JBS attempted takeover in TasmaniaJBS is in the middle of taking over Australia's biggest pork producer, Riverlea. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 2 Sep 2021 |
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Threatened Species UnitOver the last seven years your Government has cut the Threatened Species Unit to a shadow of its former self. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 2 Sep 2021 |
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MMG Mine at RoseberyThe Greens support a sustainable mining industry. We recognise the enormous contribution the mining industry has made to Tasmania's economy. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 25 Aug 2021 |
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Nature Conservation Amendment (Brushy Creek Conservation Area) Bill 2021A Bill for an Act to amend the Nature Conservation Act 2002 in order to establish the Brushy Creek Conservation Area. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Greens Bill | 1 Sep 2021 |
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21 Reasons to Keep kunanyi WildThe Greens welcome the independent planning expert advice on the cable car proposal for kunanyi. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 20 Jul 2021 |
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Gutwein Government Must Direct MMG to Leave takayna/Tarkine RainforestThe Gutwein Government needs to step in urgently and direct MMG to halt all work in this forest and comply with the Federal Environment Department’s decision. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 13 Jul 2021 |
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Liberals Silent on Van Dairy Cruelty and PollutionTasmanians still don’t know whether anything has changed for the better for animals or the local environment at and near Van Dairy’s farms. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 30 Jun 2021 |
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Dr Eric Woehler - Medal of the Order of AustraliaDr Eric Woehler, Tasmanian BirdLife convenor, last week was awarded an Order of Australia medal for his lifetime services to bird ecology. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 22 Jun 2021 |
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Cat Management Amendment (Mandatory Confinement) Bill 2021A bill for an Act to amend the Cat Management Act 2009 to require mandatory confinement of cats. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Greens Bill | 24 Jun 2021 |
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Premier Finally Recognises Conservation Values of Westbury ReserveAfter a year of denying Westbury Reserve has any environmental values, it was welcome to hear Premier finally recognise the site has “sensitive natural values”. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 24 Jun 2021 |
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Greens Table Legislation to Protect Native WildlifeThe Greens tabled two Bills in Parliament today, designed to protect our state’s unique and special native wildlife. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 24 Jun 2021 |
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Greens Move for an Independent EPATasmania should have an independent environmental monitoring body that strongly enforces the law to protect biodiversity and environmental values. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 24 Jun 2021 |
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RTI Confirms Westbury Reserve Threatened Species Haven, Wrong Site for PrisonDocuments released under Right to Information clearly outline why the Westbury Reserve is an entirely inappropriate location to build a prison Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 17 Jun 2021 |
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Greens Release Plan For Strong, Independent EPALutruwita/Tasmania deserves an independent Environment Protection Agency, with the resources and teeth to put this island’s precious environment first. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 28 Apr 2021 |
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Greens Release Keynote Forests Transformation PolicyThe large burn scars left by an escaped logging burn that threatened the Styx Tall Trees Reserve this March are an indictment on both the major parties. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 20 Apr 2021 |
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Greens Release Plan to Protect Tasmania’s Marine EnvironmentLutruwita/Tasmania has one of the most biologically diverse marine environments on the planet. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 18 Apr 2021 |
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Big Salmon Ducks Scrutiny on Mass Wildlife DeathsDetails, released under Right to Information today, reveal the incredibly devastating impact of salmon farming on Tasmanian native marine life. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 24 Mar 2021 |
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Peregrine School, CygnetPeregrine is at Nicholls Rivulet and Ina Gudelhofer sent some information about her class and their visit to the Castle Forbes Bay Forest. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 18 Mar 2021 |
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Right to Peaceful ProtestThe March 4 Justice rally held at the beginning of this week was a powerful and historic moment. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 18 Mar 2021 |
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Greens Bear Witness to Duck SlaughterGun shots echoed across Tasmania’s inland waterways this morning, as native ducks were blasted out of the skies in the name of ‘sport’. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 6 Mar 2021 |
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Barnett Ignores Expert Advice and Duck Shooting CrueltyPrimary Industries Minister, Guy Barnett continues his obstinate refusal to listen to the evidence when it comes to native duck shooting. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 4 Mar 2021 |
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Gutwein Government Must Put Environment First to Avoid Ecosystem CollapseLeading scientists working across Australia have described the collapse of 19 ecosystems, including Tasmania’s kelp forests and Gondwanan conifer forests. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 26 Feb 2021 |
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Draft Wild Fallow Deer Management Plan Pre-Release SubmissionFallow deer are an invasive species with a devastating impact on the landscape, and as such should have their protections rescinded. Cassy O'Connor MP | Submission | 11 Dec 2020 |
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Estimates Reply – Minister JaenschThere was only an hour available to scrutinise the minister for all of his responsibilities for protecting critically endangered species and habitat. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 1 Dec 2020 |
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Swift Parrot Report Confirms Urgent Need to Protect HabitatToday’s swift parrot population report is horrifying. This precious bird is teetering on the brink of extinction. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 2 Dec 2020 |
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Environment and Parks – EPAIt's fair to say, in a general sense, that the fovernment views the environment as a lower priority than the economy. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 25 Nov 2020 |
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Education – Young People and the EnvironmentThe Mission Australia annual survey of young people found that the most important issue for young Tasmanians is the environment. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 24 Nov 2020 |
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Fish Farming - Reports of ExpansionTasmanians in coastal areas will be waking up this morning to hear news that their communities are potentially under threat from fish farm expansion. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 18 Nov 2020 |
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Greens Present Alternative Budget to Tackle COVID and Climate CrisesThe Tasmanian Greens today delivered our fully costed, triple bottom line Alternative Budget that tackles the twin crises of COVID and the climate emergency. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 18 Nov 2020 |
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Barnett’s Fish Farm Coast GrabTasmanians in coastal areas woke up this morning to news that their communities are potentially under threat from a massive expansion of fish farming. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 18 Nov 2020 |
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The Environment and Parks PortfoliosThe EPA has been given its marching orders by government and that is to prioritise industry. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 12 Nov 2020 |
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The Environment and Parks PortfoliosLast year, members had five hours to scrutinise the Minister for Environment and Parks. What we have now is two hours in the current schedule. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 12 Nov 2020 |
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Jaensch Flees Environment Scrutiny in Question TimeIn Parliament today, the Environment Minister Roger Jaensch chose to run away rather than face this scrutiny. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 12 Nov 2020 |
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Gutwein Adopts Greens’ Policy to Reduce EmissionsThe Greens welcome the Liberals’ adoption of our policy to electrify the government vehicle fleet. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 12 Nov 2020 |
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Motion to Establish Budget Estimates CommitteesLast year in Estimates there were five hours allocated to Environment and Parks. That was cut this year to a total of two hours. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 11 Nov 2020 |
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Labor and Liberals Unite to Axe Environmental Estimates ScrutinyLabor and the Liberals have today united to drastically cut the time allocated in Budget Estimates to scrutinise key government portfolios. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 11 Nov 2020 |
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Community Forced to Step In to Protect Westbury ReserveThe reprieve for Westbury Reserve, set to be drilled today, is welcome - but only temporary. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 19 Oct 2020 |
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Jaensch Abandons Westbury Wedge-tailed EaglesMinister Jaensch refused to answer serious questions about what, if any, assessment on the impact on eagles – or any other species – had been undertaken. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 15 Oct 2020 |
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Gutwein Government in Hiding on Feral DeerStaff from the DPIPWE today refused to give evidence to tomorrow’s Senate Committee hearings into the impact of feral deer on farmers and the landscape. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 13 Oct 2020 |
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Climate Emergency Win – Thermal Coal Mine ExtinctThe proposal to build a thermal coal mine in the Midlands is dead - wonderful news for action on the climate emergency in lutruwita/Tasmania. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 9 Oct 2020 |
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Jaensch Must Stop Westbury Drilling, Risk to Threatened EaglesThe exploratory drilling set to commence next week at the Westbury Reserve is within range of a Wedge-tailed eagle nest, during breeding season. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 9 Oct 2020 |
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Ralphs Bay Must Stay SavedRalphs Bay is public land, saved from private development by a fierce and dedicated community once before. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 8 Oct 2020 |
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Climate Disruption Ramped Up in Federal BudgetThe Federal Liberal Budget has killed off public investment in climate-friendly energy generation. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 7 Oct 2020 |
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Jaensch Failing, MIA on Threatened OrchidRosny Hill is the only place in Tasmania where the endangered Leafy-sun orchid is found - now threatened by a contentious hotel development. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 4 Oct 2020 |
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Time to End Native Forest LoggingThe Greens applaud Bob Brown Foundation’s injunction to stop Forestry Tasmania destroying habitat essential to Tasmania’s critically endangered Swift parrot. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 1 Oct 2020 |
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Human Waste Disposal Needs Stricter RegulationsThe Greens will seek an urgent briefing with the Environment Protection Agency on whether existing regulations are capable of protecting water catchments. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 30 Sep 2020 |
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Whale Deaths on the West CoastIt's just the grimmest thing and the sad truth that no matter how many you take back to deep water, they're always going to swim towards the clicks and squeals. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 24 Sep 2020 |
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Whale Deaths on the West CoastI rise today with a heavy heart to mark the deaths of more than 360 long-finned pilot whales. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 24 Sep 2020 |
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Hunter Developments Application for Rosny Hill ReserveThe Nature Conservation Act is clear that Rosny Hill Reserve is for public recreation and education. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 23 Sep 2020 |
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Jaensch Must Protect St Helens Swift Parrot Nesting HollowsMinister Jaensch confirmed the Department of State Growth has blocked the hollows on six bluegums – important nesting habitat for the swift parrot. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 23 Sep 2020 |
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Conservation CovenantsConservation covenants make a critical contribution to protection of natural values, ecosystem services and biodiversity. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 16 Sep 2020 |
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EPBC Draft Bilateral AgreementThe federal minister for Environment, Hon. Sussan Ley MP, published in the Mercury the Australian Government's intention to develop a draft bilateral agreement. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 26 Aug 2020 |
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Illegal Fossicking - Moorina area, Weld RiverMy office has been contacted by a concerned landowner about illegal fossicking in the Moorina area along the Weld River. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 27 Aug 2020 |
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Barnett Fails Farmers and Environment, Backs in Feral DeerMinister Barnett is failing farmers and the environment. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 28 Aug 2020 |
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Cat Management Amendment Bill 2019This bill has been looked at by many people across Tasmania for many years now with a great deal of hope and a great deal of mitigation. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 20 Aug 2020 |
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Barnett Lets the Cats Out of the BagThe Government had the opportunity to tackle one of the state’s biggest environmental issues, but they fell at the first hurdle. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 27 Aug 2020 |
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Liberals’ Westbury Spin Comes UndoneToday in Parliament, the Government confirmed its decision to pursue the second site for the northern prison was made in a rush. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 26 Aug 2020 |
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Duck Hunting - Right to Information RequestIn response to media reporting on a briefing minute released, the DPIPWE Secretary issued a statement claiming the Minister had never received the minute. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 19 Aug 2020 |
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Duck Hunting SeasonLast month a document released under RTI revealed that DPIPWE strongly recommended against the duck hunting season on a range of reserve lands. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 19 Aug 2020 |
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Barnett’s Duck and CoverMinister Barnett’s feeble attempt to duck scrutiny won’t work, he’s not fooling anyone. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 19 Aug 2020 |
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Industry-run container deposit scheme a worst-case scenario for TasmaniaThe Greens are calling on the Tasmanian Government to rule out handing control of the container deposit scheme to the beverage industry. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 10 Aug 2020 |
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Barnett is a DisgraceGuy Barnett is whipping up fear and loathing in the community over forests, with unfounded allegations over tree spiking. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 24 Jul 2020 |
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Three Year Forest Destruction Plan a Climate DisasterSustainable Timbers Tasmania’s ‘Three Year Wood Production Plan’ is a climate disaster. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 7 Jul 2020 |
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COVID-19 Matter of Public ImportanceIf the minister wants their job to be that much easier, he needs to advocate within Cabinet for an end to native forest logging. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 25 Jun 2020 |
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Morrison's Marinus MirageThe Prime Minister’s announcement today delivers not a single dollar towards Tasmania’s social and economic recovery. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 15 Jun 2020 |
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Fallow Deer Goal Must Be EradicationAny move by Minister Barnett to commercialise the use of deer meat must have eradication of feral deer from the landscape as its goal. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 10 Jun 2020 |
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Gutwein Must Step Up on World Environment DayThe best gift the Gutwein Government could give Tasmania on World Environment Day is a policy reset. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 5 Jun 2020 |
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Major Projects LegislationThe ongoing fight against exploitation has involved countless instances of communities pushing back. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Opinion | 2 Jun 2020 |
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Logging of Threatened Species HabitatIn a landmark decision last week, the Federal Court found VicForests, Victoria's forestry corporation, is not exempt from national environmental law. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 4 Jun 2020 |
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Independent Scientists Sound Warning Over Logging and Bushfire RiskIndependent scientists have written to Tasmanian MPs highlighting studies that show a clear connection between native forest logging and bushfire risk. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 27 May 2020 |
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Rushed Major Projects Bill Wrong Way for RecoveryTasmanians will be angry, but not surprised, at the Liberals’ plan to rush their divisive Major Projects legislation through Parliament. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 21 May 2020 |
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Tree Spiking Allegations Have a Stink, Demand InvestigationNo life should be at risk, nor physical harm come to any individual on either side of the forestry debate. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 20 May 2020 |
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Fallow DeerWe are now in a situation where the Environment Game Management Branch really has no idea how many fallow deer there are in Tasmania. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 6 May 2020 |
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Environmental Fine a Warning to the Salmon IndustryWhile the $40,000 fine imposed on Huon Aquaculture is barely a slap on the wrist to a company making tens of millions in profit every year. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 5 May 2020 |
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Liberals' Feral Deer Mismanagement a Growing ThreatTasmania’s feral deer numbers are increasing due to State Government policy that encourages population growth. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 27 Apr 2020 |
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Greens Call for Stronger Environmental LawsThe federal Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 oversees our wild places and threatened species, and is under its ten year review. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 18 Apr 2020 |
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EPBC Act 10 Year ReviewThe EPBC Act has manifestly failed to meet its objects, and is not fit for purpose. The Tasmanian Greens believe a new Act should be drafted. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Submission | 17 Apr 2020 |
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356,000 ha of High Conservation Value Forests Under Threat from Liberals, from TodayAs of today 356,000 hectares of high conservation value, carbon rich forests, will come under threat from the logging industry. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 8 Apr 2020 |
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Duck Shooting is Animal Cruelty, Not "Way of Life"Gun shots will echo across Tasmania’s inland waterways this weekend, as native ducks are brutally blasted out of the skies in the name of ‘sport’. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 5 Mar 2020 |
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Liberals Should Make Clean Up Australia Day ObsoleteThis Clean Up Australia Day, the new Minister for Environment, Roger Jaensch, should release his plan for making the day obsolete. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 1 Mar 2020 |
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Liberals' Secret High Conservation Value Logging Talks RevealedRight to Information documents reveal the forest industry have been in secret talks with the Liberals to open up 356,000ha of high conservation value forests. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 16 Dec 2019 |
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Macquarie Harbour Salmon EscapeMinister Barnett must come clean on reports of mass salmon escapes in degraded Macquarie Harbour. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 16 Dec 2019 |
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TasWater Confirm No Penalty for 6 Million Litre Sewerage SpillTasWater confirmed there has been no infringement or fine issued for the 6,000,000Lt sewerage spill from their Macquarie Point Treatment Plant. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 4 Dec 2019 |
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Review Must Protect Tasmanian Planning Commission IndependenceWe need a strong independent Planning Commission so it can continue to uphold the sustainable development objectives that protect what makes Tasmania special. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 12 Oct 2019 |
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Bicheno Penguin Deaths Demand Government ActionThirteen little penguins were today found dead near the Bicheno blowhole, with cause of death yet to be determined – but likely to be from dog attack. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 24 Sep 2019 |
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Leaked Polling Proves No Social Licence for Native Forest LoggingThe Hodgman Liberals remain committed to logging 356,000 hectares of forests that were set aside for protection under the Tasmanian Forest Agreement. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 14 Sep 2019 |
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Gutwein's Dodgy Loan ApprovalThe Treasurer approved the $4 million loan in 2017, before EPBC Act approvals needed to build the Twamley Dam had been granted. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 11 Sep 2019 |
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No Public Fund Bail Out for Twamley DamThe Glamorgan Spring Bay Council could never afford to build the Twamley Dam. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 9 Sep 2019 |
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National Threatened Species DayNational Threatened Species Day marks the day the last thylacine died. Under this Government, much of our remaining native wildlife faces a similar fate. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 7 Sep 2019 |
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Labor Leadership FailureIn a time of climate emergency and growing social inequality, political parties need to work together to advance the public interest. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 1 Sep 2019 |
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Gutwein Fails to Act on Recycling CrisisLast Friday, the company that collects recyclables from five southern councils, SKM Recycling, was declared insolvent. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 8 Aug 2019 |
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Drinking Water Risks Dismissed by GutweinIn 2014, Hobart’s drinking water was plagued by an unpleasant taste and odour. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 7 Aug 2019 |
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Wild Swan Slaughter Must EndEnvironment Minister, Peter Gutwein, refused to take responsibility for Tasmania’s native swans. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 31 Jul 2019 |
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Wallaby Cruelty Must be CondemnedThe actions of those individuals who maimed two defenceless wallabies, by shooting them with a bow and arrow, are despicable. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 26 Jul 2019 |
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Liberals' Waste Plan Without ActionThe Liberals had the chance to make a difference when it comes to tackling waste in Tasmania, but their plan falls far short of what’s needed. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 29 Jun 2019 |
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Estimates Reply - Attorney-GeneralThis Government is intent on corrupting the processes we have in place to protect the natural environment to support the very industry they would like to grow. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 12 Jun 2019 |
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Greens Welcome Long Delayed Container Deposit SchemeThe Greens welcome news that the government is finally planning to implement a container deposit scheme for Tasmania. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 6 Jun 2019 |
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Budget Reply SpeechRosalie Woodruff delivers a Budget Reply speech, discussing the Greens' Alternative Budget. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 30 May 2019 |
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Greens Release Future-Focussed Alternative BudgetToday we proudly delivered the Tasmanian Greens’ fully costed, long-term vision for Tasmania, our Alternative Budget 2019-20. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 29 May 2019 |
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Liberals' Climate Denial BudgetAfter the hottest summer in the state’s history the Liberals have delivered a climate denial Budget. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 23 May 2019 |
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Labor and Liberals Betray Young Tasmanians on ClimateIn State Parliament today, both Labor and the Liberals voted against the Greens’ motion to declare a climate emergency. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 22 May 2019 |
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Greens to Move for Urgent Action on Climate EmergencyThe Federal Election result has devastated many young Tasmanians. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 20 May 2019 |
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Greens Condemn Sumac Forest AttackThe Greens condemn the attack on the Sumac Forest protest camp in takayna/Tarkine. The kind of violence and intimidation displayed overnight is unacceptable. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 15 May 2019 |
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Labor's Fish Farming Policy Still UnclearDespite assurances that Labor would intervene to protect the marine environment, last week’s debate in State Parliament puts their confidence in doubt. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 4 May 2019 |
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TWWHA Tourism Master Plan Under Conflict of Interest CloudThe Liberals’ corrupted EOI process for tourism development within Parks and Reserves is under yet another cloud. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 2 May 2019 |
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Labor Must Answer to Coastal Communities on Fish Farm ExpansionWhen given the opportunity to articulate their policy on large-scale fish farm expansion ahead of the Federal Election, Labor failed. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 1 May 2019 |
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New Fish Farm Regulations Lock Out CommunitiesThe new fish farm regulations that come into force today* confirm the fears held by many coastal communities. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 17 Apr 2019 |
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State of the StateRosalie Woodruff delivers her Address in Reply speech, discussing recent fire events and ecosystems. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 11 Apr 2019 |
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Petuna's Storm Bay Expansion Approval CompromisedMinister Barnett’s approval of the Storm Bay North Marine Farming Development Plan is completely compromised. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 11 Apr 2019 |
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Premier Unconcerned about Contaminated Derwent BeachesThe Premier appeared unconcerned Tasmania’s major southern river has become so contaminated by bacteria it is now regularly unsafe to swim in. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 11 Apr 2019 |
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kunanyi/Mt Wellington Cable Car AuthorityIt is a complete distortion of fact for Minister Gutwein to claim he wants the divisive kunanyi/Mt Wellington cable car to ‘stand on its own two feet.’ Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 22 Mar 2019 |
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Leonie Hiscutt MLC in Political La-La LandThe Leader of Government Business in the Legislative Council, Leonie Hiscutt MLC, is in political la-la land if she thinks Labor stands for the environment. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 13 Mar 2019 |
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Leaked Letter Confirms Corrupted Approval Process for Storm Bay ExpansionLeaked correspondence has confirmed there has been a corrupted process governing the approval of fish farm expansion into Storm Bay. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 25 Feb 2019 |
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Maria Island PledgeThe Liberals’ pledge to keep Maria Island ‘wild and pristine’ is hypocritical in the extreme. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 21 Dec 2018 |
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Oil Rig Biosecurity Concerns RemainThere are serious questions about the Ocean Monarch oil rig, and what action will be taken. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 11 Jan 2019 |
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Good Riddance to the Ocean MonarchAfter 11 weeks of sustained public concern and criticism about the risk it presented to our marine environment, the oil rig has finally departed. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 31 Jan 2019 |
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Hundreds of Thousands Wasted on Liberals' Draconian Protest LawsThe enormity of legal costs of the corporate driven and politically motivated laws has been revealed at $355,000. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 17 Jan 2019 |
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Halls Island at Lake Malbena is Public LandThe Liberals’ efforts to privatize Halls Island will not wash with local fly fishers and bushwalkers. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 10 Jan 2019 |
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Community Voice Ignored in Lake Malbena DecisionThe proposal to privatise Lake Malbena inside the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area attracted overwhelming opposition. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 6 Nov 2018 |
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Liberals Must Release Marine Farming Panel ReportWithout seeing the Panel’s report, you can’t escape the conclusion the approval of the salmon industry’s privatisation of Storm Bay was a done deal. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 30 Oct 2018 |
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Storm Bay Salmon Farm Approval Shows Disrespect for Community, and ScienceThe Liberals’ decision to approve mass expansion into Storm Bay shows the disregard they hold for community consultation and scientific evidence. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 29 Oct 2018 |
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Stewardship Certification Removal for Macquarie Harbour Salmon Not SurprisingIt is mischievous for Petuna to claim catastrophically low oxygen levels have “nothing to do with the way in which we operate our marine farms." Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 14 Oct 2018 |
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The Eco-tourism Lie of the Three Capes Luxury LodgesOne of the great coastal wilderness areas is diminished, with the launch today of Tasmanian Walking Company’s luxury lodges in the Tasman National Park. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 5 Sep 2018 |
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Record National Parks Visitors Reinforce Need to Protect Wilderness ValuesWhile being able to share our protected areas with visitors is a positive, the Liberals’ ever increasing growth model puts them at risk. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 4 Sep 2018 |
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Private Developer Given Tick for Development in the Walls of JerusalemThe Liberals’ planned death by a thousand cuts for Tasmania’s wilderness took a step forward today. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 3 Sep 2018 |
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Courtney Reveals Extended Licences to Hunt WombatsMinister Courtney has revealed the Liberals’ plans to extend licences to shoot native wildlife, including wombats suffering from sarcoptic mange. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 22 Aug 2018 |
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Hodgman Refuses to Rule Out Further Support for Cable CarIn Parliament today, the Premier refused to rule out further tangible support for the proposed cable car. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 21 Aug 2018 |
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Norfolk Bay Zombie Salmon Lease Provokes Community OutrageHuon Aquaculture’s move to open a zombie finfish lease in Norfolk Bay for their POMV-infected salmon is a retrograde step. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 10 Aug 2018 |
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Christine Milne, Order of AustraliaI warmly congratulate former Tasmanian and Australian Greens Leader, Christine Milne on being awarded Order of Australia honours. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 11 Jun 2018 |
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Christine Milne AO - TributeI acknowledge the awarding of an Order of Australia medal to Christine Milne, former Tasmanian Greens Leader, Australian Greens Leader, Senator for Tasmania. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 13 Jun 2018 |
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Hodgman Liberals Biggest Threat to Tasmania on World Environment DayEarlier this week, millions of Australians tuned in to see Sir David Attenborough’s documentary on Tasmania. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 5 Jun 2018 |
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Liberals Claim Credit for Tasmanian Forest Agreement Emissions ReductionThe breathtaking hypocrisy of the Liberals talking up Tasmania's lower emissions profile cannot go unanswered. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 27 Apr 2018 |
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Greens Launch Plan to Clean Up Fish FarmingTasmanian salmon farming is operating at an industrial scale, and is planning to double in size. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 11 Feb 2018 |
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Barnett's Forestry Jobs DishonestyIn the wake of ABS data confirming a massive decline in forestry employment under the Liberals, the Hodgman Government seems to be fudging the numbers. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 20 Nov 2017 |
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Wombat Fire Deaths Must be InvestigatedThe wombat deaths in Kelso in Northern Tasmania, as a result of an intentionally-lit gorse fire, are a tragic loss for the local wildlife population. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 20 Nov 2017 |
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Tassal's "Off-Shore" SpinTassal’s so-called “commitment to Tasmania” in moving their operations apparently “off-shore” is simply a PR exercise. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 17 Nov 2017 |
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Auditor-General's Report Confirms Liberals' TasWater FarceThe Auditor-General’s report into TasWater confirms the GBE inherited a large body of work to be done in a short period, but progress has been significant. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 14 Nov 2017 |
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Liberals' Forestry Agenda Putting Swift Parrot on the Chopping BlockIn their ideologically-driven rush to log the State’s native forests, the Liberals are destroying the habitat of the endangered Swift parrot. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 13 Nov 2017 |
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West Coast Community Demand Tassal Remove Macquarie Harbour WasteThe West Coast Council’s unanimous vote against Tassal dumping its salmon waste in Macquarie Harbour is a strong signal. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 3 Nov 2017 |
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Government Subsidies and Forestry Spin Continue Under LiberalsThe Liberals' promise to end the subsidies to Forestry Tasmania has again been exposed as a lie. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 3 Nov 2017 |
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Archer Dismisses Hobart Cruise Ship Health ConcernsBunker fuel used by cruise ships visiting Hobart is a serious health hazard which has been recognised by the World Health Organisation. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 2 Nov 2017 |
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Barnett's Failure to DeliverThe latest Forestry Tasmania Annual Report demonstrates the continued failure of the Liberals’ commitment to move the business onto a sustainable footing. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 2 Nov 2017 |
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Liberals' Destructive Rainforest Logging Plan Takes EffectThe so-called Special Timbers Management Plan permits logging in regional reserves and conservation areas. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 19 Oct 2017 |
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Revitalised Brand Tasmania Needs to Promote Brand IntegrityThe transformation of Brand Tasmania in to a statutory authority is positive, but without protecting the brand's integrity it will only be window dressing. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 9 Oct 2017 |
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Greens Release Plan to Save Tasmania's WombatsThe severe outbreak of wombat mange in 2010 has led to a likely extinction of the wombat population in Narawntapu National Park. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 7 Oct 2017 |
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Salmon Industry - Seal RelocationAndrea Dawkins questions the Minister for Primary Industries over how many of 2,000 relocated seals have died. Andrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 21 Sep 2017 |
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Salmon Industry - Seal RelocationThe Minister has ruled out relocating seals to the north-west of Tasmania starting in December, but not relocations completely. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 21 Sep 2017 |
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Is Archer the Fresh Start the Marine Environment Needs?New Environment Minister, Elise Archer, has the opportunity to be the fresh start the Tasmanian marine environment needs. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 5 Oct 2017 |
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Salmon Industry Growth PlanYesterday a broad coalition of people gathered outside this House to condemn the Government's salmon industry growth plan. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 16 Aug 2017 |
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Seals at Risk Under Liberals' 'Three Strikes and You're Dead' PolicyThe Liberals' announcement they will cease relocating seals to NW Tasmania from Christmas - after the height of seal breeding - is purely political. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 21 Sep 2017 |
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Liberals and Labor Reject Fish Farming MoratoriumIn no surprise the Liberal and Labor parties voted down the Greens' move for a moratorium until the science and the policy settings protect. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 20 Sep 2017 |
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Liberals Rip Off Tasmanians Over Public Plantation SaleTasmanians are being robbed blind by the Liberals who have privatised 29 000 hectares of public hardwood plantations. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 14 Sep 2017 |
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Liberals Vote Down Ban on Fracking for TasmaniaThe Liberals voted against the Greens' move to extend the moratorium on fracking to a permanent ban. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 13 Sep 2017 |
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Greens Table Pulp Mill Assessment Repeal BillI was proud to table the Pulp Mill Assessment Repeal Bill 2017 in Parliament today on behalf of the Greens. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 13 Sep 2017 |
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Liberals' Rainforest Logging Plan to Open Up ReservesIntroducing logging into reserves and conservation areas is a destructive move, designed to generate conflict. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 25 Aug 2017 |
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Labor Ignore Climate Change in ReshuffleBy ignoring climate change, both Labor and the Liberals dismiss humanity's biggest threat, and abrogate their responsibility to prepare Tasmania for the future. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 7 Aug 2017 |
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Barnett Gets Hysterical AgainAs the State election draws closer Resources Minister, Guy Barnett, is becoming more and more desperate and hysterical. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 4 Aug 2017 |
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Destruction and Waste Define Liberals' Forest PolicyThe Wilderness Society's (TWS) analysis of the Draft rainforest logging plan reaffirms the rampant anti-environmentalism of the Hodgman Liberals. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 2 Aug 2017 |
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Liberals' Orwellian Forestry Tasmania Restructure Continues SubsidiesThe Liberals’ restructure of Forestry Tasmania has simply forced the GBE to sell its only potential profit making assets - the plantations. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 28 Jul 2017 |
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40 Years of Cash for Containers in South Australia Puts Tasmania to ShameSouth Australia’s celebration of 40 years of cash for containers, and commitment to recycling and the environment puts Tasmania to shame again. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 6 Jul 2017 |
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Two Year Reprieve for Threatened Forests356 000 hectares of the most beautiful, carbon rich forests on the planet have won a temporary reprieve from the Liberals' destructive, divisive logging plan. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 22 Jun 2017 |
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Wombat Culls Must Be BannedA ban on crop protection permits being issued for wombats is the only way to prevent localised extinction and ensure survival of the species. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 15 Jun 2017 |
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When is a 'Ban' Not a Ban?In Question Time today, the Premier did not deny the so-called ban on fish farming in 99% of Mercury Passage was cooked up in haste. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 13 Jun 2017 |
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Forest-Destroying Minister Confirms Land Clearing BonanzaIn Budget Estimates today Resources Minister, Guy Barnett, confirmed he is unleashing a land clearing bonanza on Tasmania’s public and private land. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 7 Jun 2017 |
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Liberals' Forestry Mandate Climate Change IronyOn the same day the Government released its so-called Climate Action plan, they are threatening to take Tasmania to the polls over their plan to log forests. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 1 Jun 2017 |
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Groom's Climate Action 21 "Plan" A Tragic FarceThree years after abolishing the climate portfolio and the Climate Action Council, the Hodgman Government has released a woefully weak climate inaction plan. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 1 Jun 2017 |
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Macquarie Harbour at Risk with Liberals' Untested "Adaptive Management"Instead of forcing Tassal to remove fish, they’ve been allowed to set up tarps under cages to capture thousands of tonnes of fish faeces. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 31 May 2017 |
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Greens Deliver Triple Bottom Line Alternative BudgetThe Tasmanian Greens' Alternative Budget is a fully costed vision for the future that demonstrates it is possible to look after people. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 30 May 2017 |
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Environment and Parks Last in State BudgetThe State Budget, like the Liberals’ previous Budgets, has an obvious loser - our environment and Parks. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 26 May 2017 |
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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 |
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Greens' Leader Stands By Lyons CandidateThe Green movement has a proud history of standing in defiance of unjust laws which are against the public interest. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 1 May 2017 |
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March for ScienceHundreds of Tasmanians joined the global March for Science today. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 22 Apr 2017 |
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Tarkine Forestry Regeneration BurnYesterday at 3.20 p.m. a forestry regeneration burn in the Tarkine escaped coupe TE008P on two points on its eastern boundary. Andrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 5 Apr 2017 |
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Hodgman Government's Environmental RecordAn increasing number of Tasmanians believe the Government has declared war on the environment and Tasmanians are determined to protect it. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 7 Mar 2017 |
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Liberals Cynically Delay Two Controversial Bills Hoping MLC Mix Will ChangeOutside the Liberal Cabinet, there is almost zero support for these Bills and a high degree of understanding about the damage they could cause if passed. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 15 Apr 2017 |
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Liberals' Super Trawler FarceAfter changing their position before and after the election, the Liberals brought a bill to Parliament that merely cements existing super trawler regulations. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 11 Apr 2017 |
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Barnett Dismisses Escaped Tarkine BurnThe Minister for Resources did not answer the Greens' questions about the escaped Tarkine regeneration burn in Parliament today. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 5 Apr 2017 |
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Why Did the Premier Take Crown Land Responsibility Away From Groom?In a move he failed to explain, the Premier has relieved Environment and Parks Minister, Matthew Groom, of his responsibility for Crown Lands. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 5 Apr 2017 |
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Industry Regulation Needed For Salmon Investment ConfidenceAustralian Ethical Investment's divestment from Tassal is a slap in the face to the sustainability brand of the Tasmanian farmed salmon industry. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 31 Mar 2017 |
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Strong Council Support for Cash for Containers SchemeThe Greens congratulate Kingborough Council on joining West Coast, Clarence and Launceston City Councils in their support for a container deposit scheme. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 28 Mar 2017 |
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Premier Misleads Tasmanians over Crown Land GiveawaysOn radio this morning, the Premier misled Tasmanians over what is becoming a private developer feeding frenzy over public Crown Land assets. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 24 Mar 2017 |
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Liberals' Forestry Jobs FailureThe data confirms that there has been no job growth in Forestry and Wood Product manufacturing in Tasmania under the Hodgman Liberal Government. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 23 Mar 2017 |
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Labor and the Liberals Sing the Same Tune on Fish Farm ExpansionThe Greens support community calls for fish farming to be truly sustainable, and genuinely 'world's best practice'. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 20 Mar 2017 |
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Petuna Plan an Admission of Regulation FailurePetuna’s public call for the EPA to create individual lease-level stocking limits is an admission that the government’s regulatory system is not fair. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 17 Mar 2017 |
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Liberals Required to Act on TWWHA Damage to Macquarie HarbourEnvironment Minister, Matthew Groom must protect the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area from further damage from salmon farming. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 15 Mar 2017 |
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Liberals' Forest FarceLegislation to allow logging in some of the most high conservation value, carbon rich forests on the planet was tabled in State Parliament today. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 14 Mar 2017 |
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Wombat Mange Needs Real Government ActionThe government's announcement of $100,000 is a positive step, but much more needs to be done to save the wombat population from the spread of sarcoptic mange. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 13 Mar 2017 |
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Plenty of Division in Premier's State of the State but No VisionParliament was subjected to a stream of self-congratulatory guff from the Premier today. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 7 Mar 2017 |
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Community Demands Rockliff Reverse Okehampton Bay DecisionMore than 200 people packed the Triabunna Community Hall today to express their anger at the decision to approve a Tassal fish farm in pristine Okehampton Bay. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 5 Mar 2017 |
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No Support for Liberals' Forest PlanThe Executive Chairman of Neville Smith Forest Products emphatically called on the government not to reignite conflict over the State's forests. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 27 Feb 2017 |
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Halt Okehampton Bay Until Salmon Mess Cleared UpTassal joining Huon Aquaculture in court around the government's industry regulator raises even more issues about regulation of the salmon industry. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 23 Feb 2017 |
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Fish Farms and Forests - State Election Will be a Referendum on the EnvironmentOnly the Greens will be there to stand up for Tasmania's environment and stand with communities determined to protect it. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 23 Feb 2017 |
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Labor and Liberals United on Okehampton BayLabor have finally made it clear they will join the Liberals in backing industry's short-term gains over the marine environment and long-term jobs. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 21 Feb 2017 |
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Fish Farm Goal-ShiftingMinister Rockliff has announced he plans to regulate where salmon farm expansions can occur in the future, and it will "most likely be in oceanic waters". Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 19 Feb 2017 |
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Potential Tassal TWWHA Damage Demands Federal ActionThe Tassal CEO yesterday publicly told Tasmanians that Tassal's operations in Macquarie Harbour had polluted the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 18 Feb 2017 |
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Okehampton Bay DecisionIt's no surprise the Minister's hand-picked panel have agreed with Minister Rockliff and recommended approving Tassal's operations at Okehampton Bay. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 16 Feb 2017 |
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IMAS Report Confirms Urgent Need for Full Independent OversightThe IMAS report reveals Macquarie Harbour in a state of environmental collapse, with seriously low oxygen levels. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 9 Feb 2017 |
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Rockliff Hiding Macquarie Harbour Salmon NumbersThe Environment Protection Authority has lowered the maximum concentration of farmed fish in Macquarie Harbour down to 14,000 tonnes per hectare. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 18 Jan 2017 |
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Liberals Prioritise Presentation over Preservation in the TWWHAThe World Heritage Committee expressly requested State and Federal governments protect the unique wilderness value of the TWWHA. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 10 Dec 2016 |
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EPA Biomass Reduction an Indictment on Labor and LiberalsThe EPA's plan to reduce the number of farmed salmon in Macquarie Harbour by a third is a desperate attempt to save the basin from total collapse. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 30 Nov 2016 |
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Industry Walking Away from Liberals' Logging PlanIt's very clear that ARTEC, a significant player in the timber industry in Tasmania, does not support the government's plan. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 18 Nov 2016 |
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Rockliff Under the Spotlight on SalmonThe government still refuses to do what's needed to protect future jobs in the salmon farming industry. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 16 Nov 2016 |
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Liberals' Blind Forestry Agenda Threatens Wielangta Tourist DriveThe government's plan to upgrade the Wielangta Forest Drive and extend the Great Eastern Drive offers real tourism potential for the East Coast. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 15 Nov 2016 |
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EPA Report Confirms Macquarie Harbour Environmental CatastropheThe EPA's monitoring data report for salmon farming in Macquarie Harbour won't be news to anyone who watched the Four Corners' exposé. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 15 Nov 2016 |
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Auditor General Report on Parks Makes Strong Case for Increased FundingA report from the State's Auditor General on Park Management makes it clear Tasmania's world class national parks and reserves are under-funded. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 15 Nov 2016 |
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Liberals Can't Have it Both Ways on WielangtaThe Tasmanian Greens look forward to the Liberals ruling out logging in the Wielangta forest as they have with the Tasman forests near the Three Capes Walk. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 10 Nov 2016 |
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Expose Highlights Urgent Need for Salmon Industry RegulationThe scale of revelations on last night's Four Corners exposé of the Tasmanian salmon farming industry are immense. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 1 Nov 2016 |
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Liberals Weak on Salmon, Ignore Insider WarningsNews that the State Government have ignored advice from industry about conditions at Macquarie Harbour on three occasions is alarming. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 31 Oct 2016 |
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Conservationists United, Call on Premier to Back Off HCV ForestsThe conservation movement stands united to protect Tasmania's high conservation value forests and precious clean, green brand from the Hodgman Government. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 31 Oct 2016 |
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Liberal and Labor Both Fail Cash for Containers TestIt was extremely disappointing the Liberal and Labor Parties would not support the Greens' Motion to implement a state-based cash for containers scheme. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 26 Oct 2016 |
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Greens Table Peter Murrell Reserve PetitionI had the pleasure of tabling a petition in Parliament today opposing the TasWater pipeline being proposed to cut through the Peter Murrell Conservation Area. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 25 Oct 2016 |
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Barnett Continues to Mislead, Divide over ForestryThe big lie of a commercially viable and sustainable native forest industry was exposed with the release of correspondence from the FT Board today. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 25 Oct 2016 |
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Minister Barnett Remains Delusional on ForestsThe Resources Minister is at it again. He is seeking to mislead Tasmanians and whip up community conflict over forests. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 17 Oct 2016 |
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Logging of High Conservation Value ForestsThe Government has announced plans to let loggers into 400 000 hectares of high conservation value, carbon-rich forests. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 13 Oct 2016 |
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Forestry - Plans to Log High Conservation ForestsYesterday, Minister Barnett announced that he is moving to let the loggers into 400 000 hectares of high conservation value carbon-rich forest. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 13 Oct 2016 |
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Weak, Short-Sighted Liberals Set to Reignite Forest WarsForests in places like Bruny Island, Wielangta, the Blue Tier, North East Highlands and the Tarkine are now under direct threat from Will Hodgman's government. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 13 Oct 2016 |
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NSW Embraces Cash for ContainersNSW residents will get 10 cents back on eligible drinks containers from 1st July next year, joining South Australia and the Northern Territory. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 12 Oct 2016 |
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Liberals Declare War on High Conservation Value ForestsThe Hodgman Liberals today declared war on 400 000 hectares of Tasmania's globally significant, carbon rich forests. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 12 Oct 2016 |
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Scouts Back Greens' Call for Cash For ContainersWe were delighted to join Scouts Tasmania today to call on the government to legislate a container deposit scheme in Tasmania. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 9 Oct 2016 |
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Rockliff Allowing Salmon Farm Expansion Before Panel's Findings ReceivedThe Minister has requested an independent assessment by the Marine Farming Planning Review Panel of the 20-year-old lease at Okehampton Bay. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 22 Sep 2016 |
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Rockliff Silent on Fish Farm RegulationThe Minister for Primary Industries made it clear in Parliament today he has no intention of limiting or stopping the expansion of Tassal onto the East Coast. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 22 Sep 2016 |
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Liberals Do Deal with Company That Didn't Exist over Macquarie Point ExportsThe more things change in Tasmania's native forest logging industry, apparently the more they stay the same. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 15 Sep 2016 |
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Minister Barnett in Cloud Cuckoo Land on FSCThe Minister is living in cloud cuckoo land if he thinks Forestry Tasmania can secure Forest Stewardship Certification under current Liberal policies. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 9 Sep 2016 |
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Salmon Industry Stitch-Up on Okehampton BayTassal’s statement that they will go full-steam ahead with their expansion into Okehampton Bay confirms the worst of the East Coast community’s concerns. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 8 Sep 2016 |
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Look Below the Waves on Threatened Species DayState waters have supported the highest known marine plant variety in the world, but recent research shows a sharp decline in biodiversity. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 7 Sep 2016 |
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Real Assessment or Fish Farm Free East CoastThe baseline data for Okehampton Bay shared publicly is the last nail in the coffin for the planned East Coast fish farm expansion. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 6 Sep 2016 |
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Greens Move to Legislate Cash for ContainersWA joined Queensland, NSW, the ACT, the Northern Territory, and national leader, South Australia, in agreeing to introduce cash for container schemes. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 4 Sep 2016 |
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Liberals Must Heed Productivity Commission WarningThe Productivity Commission Report shows just how far the community think we really are from Minister Rockliff's "world’s best regulated fish farm industry". Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 1 Sep 2016 |
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Save the Tarkine Decision WelcomeThe Tasmanian Greens commend the Full Court of the Supreme Court on its unanimous decision to dismiss the Government's appeal. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 26 Aug 2016 |
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Forest Stewardship CertificationYesterday the Minister failed to state your Government's commitment to Forestry Tasmania achieving Forest Stewardship Council certification. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 26 Aug 2016 |
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Forest FurnacesSubmissions close on Friday for the Government's program to use taxpayers' money in an attempt to revive the dying native forest-logging industry. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 24 Aug 2016 |
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Urgent Action Needed to Save Giant Freshwater LobsterAstacopsis gouldi, the giant freshwater lobster, is now categorised as endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature's red list. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 17 Aug 2016 |
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Resources Minister Misleads Parliament over Forestry JobsResources Minister, Guy Barnett, needs to back up his claim that there are 'thousands' of Tasmanians employed in the native forest industry. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 25 Aug 2016 |
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Delusional Resources Minister Backs in Forest Furnaces, not FSCIn Question Time today, Resources Minister, Guy Barnett, displayed extraordinary ignorance in describing the burning of native forests for energy as renewable. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 24 Aug 2016 |
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Assurances Needed for East Coast on Fish FarmsMinister Rockliff needs to expand the terms of reference for the Marine Farming Planning Review process to focus on the triple-bottom line. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 17 Aug 2016 |
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Cable Car Will Be Tested by Planning CommissionIt is almost certain that the proposed Mount Wellington Cable Car will be declared a Project of State Significance (POSS). Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 8 Aug 2016 |
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Cash For Cans, Tasmania Risks Coming LastThe Greens welcome Queensland's commitment to introducing a container deposit scheme by 2018. We hope the Hodgman Government won't let Tasmania be left behind. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 23 Jul 2016 |
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Mountain Bike Tourism Needs Wilderness ProtectionWe're hopeful the government is finally getting the message that Tasmania's economic future doesn't lie in outdated and unviable industries. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 15 Jul 2016 |
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World Heritage Committee Request Must be HeardThe Greens welcome the World Heritage Committee's request to implement the recommendations of their expert mission. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 15 Jul 2016 |
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Groom Can't Ignore Planning Commission on TWWHAParks Minister, Matthew Groom, signed off on a government response to the flawed draft World Heritage Area Management Plan. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 13 Jul 2016 |
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Forestry EOI Process Won't Revive Native Forest LoggingThe Minister for Forests is dreaming if he believes there is a viable future in native forest woodchip or whole log exports. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 8 Jul 2016 |
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Greens Donate Excess Pay Rise to NGOsWe have written to the Clerk of the House advising that monies above a 2% pay rise will go to six non-government organisations. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 7 Jul 2016 |
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State Budget: Address in ReplyThe Greens have discussed our energy strategy on numbers of occasions in this House since we tabled it early this year. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 1 Jun 2016 |
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State Budget: Address in ReplyIt continues a long-standing tradition of the Tasmanian Greens to present an alternative vision for the future of Tasmania. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 31 May 2016 |
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Forestry Minister Walking Away from FSCPeter Gutwein has confirmed the Liberals in government are doing nothing to support Forestry Tasmania’s bid for Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 7 Jun 2016 |
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Environmental Defenders Office Ignored AgainThe EDO was denied funding by the Commonwealth Government and was still overlooked by the State Liberals. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 7 Jun 2016 |
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New Salmon Framework Only First StepThe Government's new framework makes no change to the assessment or approval process for developments. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 6 Jun 2016 |
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State Budget 2016: Parks Funding Slashed and BurntTthe Budget papers show more than $6 million cut from an already underfunded Parks and Wildlife Service across the forward Estimates. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 1 Jun 2016 |
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Parks Minister Exposed for Gutting PWS Bushfire FundingThe Budget papers show a more than $6M cut to the Parks and Wildlife Service across the forward estimates. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 1 Jun 2016 |
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Tasmanian Greens' Alternative BudgetWe recognise that genuine planning for the 21st century requires a long term vision and the courage to make bold decisions to drive change. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 31 May 2016 |
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Budget Lacking in Courage and Vision, Puts Environment LastBuilt on the mirage of a very short term surplus, the Liberals' third State Budget lacks both courage and vision. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 26 May 2016 |
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Excessive Pay Rise Should Go to Unfunded OrganisationsThe Legislative Council delivered the Hodgman Government everything they hoped in defeating the government's sham disallowance Motion today. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 25 May 2016 |
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Brooks Evasive on Potential Political Interference with ShreeMr Brooks attempted to clarify that neither his staff nor his Department were involved in the EPA's response to Shree's failure. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 24 May 2016 |
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Serious Questions Over Shree PermitThere are serious questions to be answered about the Environment Protection Authority's decision to allow Shree Minerals to apply for a new permit. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 21 May 2016 |
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Shree Permit Must be CancelledIt's reasonable to ask why the company's once biggest cheerleader, now Mining Minister, Adam Brooks, is missing in action. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 18 May 2016 |
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Sustainable Tourism Way Forward for TassieThe Greens welcome the visitors that are coming to our shores, but warn the government to protect our wild places and regional communities from ruin. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 12 May 2016 |
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Groom Must Act on Critically Endangered Swift ParrotYesterday, the Federal Government silently moved the swift parrot up to critically endangered status under EPBC. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 6 May 2016 |
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Savage Cuts to Protection of Tasmanian WildernessMinister Groom stood resolutely with his anti-environment Federal colleagues in Parliament this morning. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 4 May 2016 |
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Liberals See Tasmania's Wilderness Only For its Economic ValueThe budget papers show a massive cut to Commonwealth funding for the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 4 May 2016 |
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No Respect From Disinterested Liberal MinistersWhen the minister got to his feet, I thought he was going to respond but he made no mention of this bird that is in his care. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 3 May 2016 |
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Greens Still Standing Alone on Protection of the Swift ParrotIn 2015, the International Union for Conservation of Nature declared the swift parrot, the world's fastest parrot, to be critically endangered. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 3 May 2016 |
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Green Light For Unregulated Fish Farm ExpansionMinister Rockliff has ruled out any further assessment of the impacts of fish farming in Okehampton Bay. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 3 May 2016 |
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Liberals Show No Concern for Environment on Fish Farm ExpansionThis summer saw a marine heatwave that ran for more than 140 days with temperatures 4.5 degrees warmer than average. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 3 May 2016 |
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Liberals' Development-at-any-Cost Stance Threatens Coles BayLast year the proposed changes to the Freycinet National Park were explained as necessary for the Freycinet Lodge to expand. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 28 Apr 2016 |
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Old Parties Deny Tasmanians Opportunity for Best Practice Water ManagementBoth Liberal and Labor parties have refused to support a Greens' move to establish a Parliamentary inquiry into water management in Tasmania. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 27 Apr 2016 |
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Political and Social Conflict Over Environment a Focus for StompinThe Panorama journey started in the car on the way to Triabunna with a podcast. Andrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 26 Apr 2016 |
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Massive Opposition to Fish Farm Expansion on East CoastPeople in Orford are rightly outraged at the lack of communication and respect for the community to not have an open and transparent conversation about it. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 26 Apr 2016 |
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Whole Lot of Nothing on Secretive Forestry EOI ProcessPeter Gutwein, has again treated Parliament with contempt, spending more than five minutes giving no detail on the so-called Southern Residues Solution' EOIs. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 27 Apr 2016 |
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Inquiry Would Help Fix Water ProblemsAfter our long, dry summer it's clear that water management in Tasmania needs addressing, and it needs addressing now. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 24 Apr 2016 |
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Gutwein Should Use Derby Logging Delay to Consult ConstituentsForestry Tasmania has advised that logging of the outer part of contentious coupe CC104B at Derby will be delayed to February 2017. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 13 Apr 2016 |
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Salmon Stock Plunge A Climate Change WarningTassal's 8% share price drop raises serious questions about the government's ability to manage the long-term sustainability of our salmon industry. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 8 Apr 2016 |
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East Coast Salmon Farm Expansion ConcernThe fin-fish farming expansion by Tassal into the east coast marine environment has caused enormous community concern. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 7 Apr 2016 |
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Greens' Response to Announcement of New Political GroupThe beauty of a democracy is that any group of concerned citizens can speak up and establish organisations to represent their concerns. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 4 Apr 2016 |
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Danger to Freycinet National Park RevealedThe full extent of the Liberals' destructive plan for the Freycinet National Park has been revealed by a group of concerned Coles Bay residents. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 24 Mar 2016 |
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TWWHA Still in LimboTasmanians need to know what the Liberals really mean when they say they 'accept the United Nations' Report recommendations'. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 21 Mar 2016 |
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Burning Questions Unanswered over TWWHA FiresIt is clear from a Right to Information request we lodged that Mr Groom sat on his hands for at least two weeks after the fires began on 13 January. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 17 Mar 2016 |
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Urgent Bruny Waste Problem Dismissed By PremierPremier Hodgman refused to promise action on the waste problem on Bruny Island before the Easter tourist rush. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 16 Mar 2016 |
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Anti-Protest Laws to be Challenged in High CourtTasmania's undemocratic anti-protest laws will be tested in the High Court and we applaud those who are prepared to challenge this extreme legislation. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 10 Mar 2016 |
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Has Groom Breached the Ministerial Code of Conduct?The Minister's brother is a partner in a consortium development at Bernacchi Lodge in the Central Highlands, inside the boundary of the TWWHA. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 9 Mar 2016 |
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Duck Shooters Need Knowledge of Gun SafetyThe comments, and apparent lack of understanding of gun laws, from the President of Field Hunting and Conservation are extremely concerning. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 3 Mar 2016 |
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FSC Audit Should End Lapoinya and Mutual Valley LoggingIf Forestry Tasmania ever wants to obtain Forest Stewardship Certification it will have to make significant changes to its practises. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 1 Mar 2016 |
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Forest Stewardship CertificationThe long-awaited Forest Stewardship Council audit report on Forestry Tasmania reveals the GBE has a long way to go before it achieves FSC certification. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 1 Mar 2016 |
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Tough Choices Ahead for Minister GutweinThe new Minister for Forests will need to have the courage to make the tough choices Paul Harriss clearly didn't want to make. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 18 Feb 2016 |
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Premier Misses Opportunity to Replace GroomThe Premier has missed a golden opportunity to place the Energy portfolio in the hands of a competent Minister in this time of energy crisis. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 18 Feb 2016 |
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Secret Salmon Farm Approvals Threaten East CoastThe government's decision to approve fin-fish farming near Triabunna is a serious threat to the future of the seafood industry and the marine environment. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 16 Feb 2016 |
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A 'Review' into TWWHA Fires is a Cop OutAn independent inquiry that calls for expert input and submissions, along with public hearings and recommendations to be made public is clearly required. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 4 Feb 2016 |
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Liberals Locking Up More National ParksA proposal to double the footprint of Freycinet Lodge in to the Freycinet National Park is yet another Liberal lock up for a selected private developer. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 17 Jan 2016 |
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Sustainable Forestry Our FutureThe increase in Tasmania's wood exports are thanks to sustainable private sector plantation-based forestry, not politics or state government intervention. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 11 Jan 2016 |
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Feral Deer Management Plan NeededResearch from UTAS estimates there may be up to 1.1 million deer across Tasmania by 2050. Compared to about 30,000 in 2000, this is an alarming increase. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 10 Jan 2016 |
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Rat Proofing Orange-bellied ParrotsThe death of 14 Orange-bellied Parrots by rats from the Environment Department's Hobart breeding facility is a terrible loss. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 5 Jan 2016 |
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Tasmania Report Presents Multiple Challenges for the StateThe TCCI 'Tasmania Report 2015' is a welcome, evidence-based contribution to the debate about how we, as a state, improve our economic self sufficiency. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 9 Dec 2015 |
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Swift Parrot Logging MoratoriumIt's pleasing to hear logging operations on Bruny Island will be temporarily halted in an effort to halt the extinction of the Swift Parrot. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 19 Nov 2015 |
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Ecosystems and Primary Producers Left High and DryIn Parliament today, the Minister for Primary Industries confirmed he has no plan to manage our delicate river ecosystems during our state's dry times ahead. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 17 Nov 2015 |
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Water Fears for Little Forester RiverThere is growing community concern that the Little Forester River near Bridport is being drained by individual farmers. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 9 Nov 2015 |
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Vale, Doug DuthoitFrom the moment that Doug and his wife, Margie, moved to Kingborough 15 years ago, the landscape was never going to be the same. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 27 Oct 2015 |
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Groom Reveals Arm End EntitlementThe government's helping hand in turning the state reserve at Arm End at South Arm over to developers of a private golf course has been revealed this morning. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 15 Oct 2015 |
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Tasmanian Landcare Awards 2015Landcare is a volunteer movement all about local people looking after their patch. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 13 Oct 2015 |
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Groom Content to Pillage TWWHAMinister Groom's obfuscating and empty statements about 'traditional industries' in question time reveal a stunning disregard for Tasmania's protected places. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 17 Sep 2015 |
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Vale Louise CrossleyLouise Crossley was an inspiration to everyone who met her. She was a great Tasmanian, a great Australian and a great member of this planet. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 17 Sep 2015 |
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Minister Harriss Misleading over Forest IndustryResources Minister, Paul Harriss, used Question Time this morning to rule out the bizarre idea of woodchip exports from Hobart’s wharf. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 15 Sep 2015 |
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Macquarie Harbour Fish Farm Questions RemainGovernment documents released today demonstrate that fish farms in Macquarie Harbour are still plagued by water quality problems. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 7 Sep 2015 |
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Tasmania needs new Threatened Species PlanTomorrow's celebration of Threatened Species Day marks the 79th anniversary of the death of the last known thylacine. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 6 Sep 2015 |
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Super Trawler Still Unwelcome in TasmaniaThe protest outside the Liberal Party Conference is another reminder of the strong opposition within the community to a supertrawler in Tasmanian waters. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 5 Sep 2015 |
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Liberals Caught in World Heritage Bind of Their Own MakingThe Hodgman Government is delusional if it believes it can negotiate with the UNESCO World Heritage committee to allow logging and mining in the TWWHA. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 5 Sep 2015 |
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Tassie Forests could get Logging ReprieveThe Greens welcome Minister Groom’s commitment to investigate whether Tasmania may apply for funding to stop logging the habitat of threatened species. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 27 Aug 2015 |
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Goodwin Puts Environment at RiskAttorney-General Vanessa Goodwin has endangered Tasmania’s clean, green land, water and air by denying funding to the Environmental Defenders Office. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 25 Aug 2015 |
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Senate Committee on Fish Missed the BoatThe Liberals and Labor will be given an opportunity in Parliament this week to put the sustainability of Tasmania's aquaculture industry ahead of politics. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 23 Aug 2015 |
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Is Minister De-listing 12 Threatened Species?Environment Minister, Matthew Groom, has not denied he intends to delist 12 native animal species from the Tasmanian List of Threatened Species. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 18 Aug 2015 |
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Christine Milne: Champion of TasmaniaChristine has been at the forefront of politics and the campaign to protect what makes Tasmania unique in the world for the better part of 30 years. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 10 Aug 2015 |
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Senator Lambie Needs to ApologiseOnce Senator Jacquie Lambie removes her foot from her mouth, she should apologise for comparing conservationist to terrorists. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 3 Jul 2015 |
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Mining Ban needs to be in WHA Management Plan as Government Ignores United Nations on Logging and TenureThe government’s claim that it is not planning to conduct ‘broad-scale logging’ in the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area does not stand up to scrutiny. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 3 Jul 2015 |
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United Nations Slaps Down Groom on WHA Logging and MiningThe United Nations has humiliated the state government by slapping down its plans to log and mine inside the TWWHA. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 2 Jul 2015 |
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Liberal Dam Bill Attack on Threatened SpeciesThe Greens will not be supporting the proposed changes to dam works in the Water Management Act in the amendment Bill tabled by Minister Rockliff. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 18 Jun 2015 |
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Hunt Leaves State Government Isolated on World Heritage Area Logging and MiningThe Commonwealth Environment Minister Greg Hunt has left the Tasmanian government completely isolated in its plan to allow logging and mining in the TWWHA. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 27 Jun 2015 |
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Tasmanian Wilderness World HeritageThe World Heritage Committee demonstrated a complete lack of trust in the government's capacity to protect the Outstanding Universal Values of the area. Nick Mckim | Parliamentary Activity | 4 Jun 2015 |
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TWWHA Draft Management PlanThe draft management plan for the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area has embarrassed Tasmania on the international stage. Nick Mckim | Parliamentary Activity | 3 Jun 2015 |
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Minister Should Support Public Hearings on Draft TWWHA PlanMinister Groom should support public hearings into his draft management plan for the TWWHA at the Tasmanian Planning Commission. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 3 Jun 2015 |
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Liberals Must Act on Fireworks Threat to Tassie DevilsTreasurer Gutwein must ensure that fireworks permits issued within one kilometre of the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary are cancelled before fireworks night. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 29 May 2015 |
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Tribute to Christine MilneTasmanian Greens Leader Kim Booth MP today paid tribute to outgoing National Greens Leader Christine Milne. Kim Booth | Media Release | 6 May 2015 |
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Geelong Star Kills More Dolphins, SealsPremier Hodgman should hang his head in shame over the continuing killings of marine mammals by the factory freezer super trawler Geelong Star. Kim Booth | Media Release | 3 May 2015 |
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Muttonbird Licences FiascoThe Minister should suspend the April 4th opening of the non-commercial harvesting season for short-tailed Shearwaters. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 26 Mar 2015 |
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No Action on Swift ParrotsEnvironment Minister Matthew Groom today washed his hands of the endangered Swift Parrot. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 25 Mar 2015 |
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End Duck Shooting SeasonThe tranquillity of Tasmania’s wetlands will be broken an hour before dawn tomorrow with the formal opening of the annual duck shooting season. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 7 Mar 2015 |
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Macquarie Harbour Questions RemainThe Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) must conduct a comprehensive investigation into the current health of Macquarie harbour. Kim Booth | Media Release | 4 Mar 2015 |
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State CDL Scheme NeededOn Clean Up Australia Day the Greens have highlighted the need for a state-based container deposit scheme. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 1 Mar 2015 |
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Lake Pedder RestorationThe state government should support Hydro Tasmania playing a role to further inform the conversation about restoring Lake Pedder. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 23 Feb 2015 |
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Queensland Election LessonsPremier Will Hodgman must heed the serious lessons to be learned from the Queensland state election. Kim Booth | Media Release | 3 Feb 2015 |
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International Celebrations of Wetlands‘Wetlands for our Future’ is the theme of this year’s annual celebration of World Wetlands Day. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 1 Feb 2015 |
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Beef-up Cat Management ActDamage caused by feral cat populations attacking penguin rookeries on Bruny Island highlights inadequacies in the Cat Management Act 2009. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 16 Dec 2014 |
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Pesticides in WaterwaysRecent testing results which reveal the presence of at least 13 toxic pesticides in Tasmanian rivers. Kim Booth | Media Release | 14 Nov 2014 |
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Tasmanian Author RecognisedCongratulations to Richard Flanagan on winning the Man Booker prize. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 15 Oct 2014 |
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Leader's State Conference SpeechIn a rallying cry to the Party faithful today, the Greens declared they are determined to stand up for the community, the environment and democracy. Kim Booth | Media Release | 21 Sep 2014 |
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Mine Contamination ConcernsConcerns have been raised that an apparent breach of the safety bund wall of a disused open-cut tin mine could potentially contaminate Trial Harbour. Kim Booth | Media Release | 22 Aug 2014 |
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EMRS Political Opinion PollGreens Leader Kim Booth MP described as heartening the four per cent rise in Greens’ support in the latest EMRS State Voting Intentions Poll. Kim Booth | Media Release | 21 May 2014 |
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Great TasmaniansThe Tasmanian Greens today paid tribute to Tasmanian conservation icon and music maker Jessie Luckman, who has died after a very big life at the age of 104. Nick Mckim | Media Release | 16 May 2014 |