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Break O'Day Planning ProvisionsI acknowledge that planning is a very dry and complex matter. It is not easy to understand and it is all too easy to dismiss. Vica Bayley MP | Parliamentary Activity | 16 Nov 2023 |
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Lake Malbena Tourism ProposalEven though we have seen two premiers and countless ministers move on since then, the Lake Malbena proposal still hangs over us. Vica Bayley MP | Parliamentary Activity | 15 Nov 2023 |
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Macquarie Point Proposed Stadium Project of State SignificanceThe stadium is demonstrably contrary to the interests and aspirations of the Tasmanian people. It is unnecessary, it is unpopular, and it is unsustainable. Vica Bayley MP | Parliamentary Activity | 19 Oct 2023 |
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Tasmanian Planning SchemeI want to touch quickly on the stadium, the kunanyi cable car and, if I get time, the Lake Malbena development. Vica Bayley MP | Parliamentary Activity | 17 Aug 2023 |
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Tasmanian Planning SchemeMr Speaker, the matter of public importance today is political interference in planning laws. What a perfect opportunity it is to lay out the situation. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 17 Aug 2023 |
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Shandong Chambroad and Kangaroo BayShandong Chambroad have put the Clarence Council community through the mill over the last seven years. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 17 Aug 2023 |
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Housing Land Supply Amendment Bill 2023The purpose of the legislation was a short term way to fast track the rezoning process for eligible government land for use under the Homes Act 1935. Vica Bayley MP | Parliamentary Activity | 16 Aug 2023 |
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State Policies and Projects Amendment Bill 2023There has not been a lot of clarity about where all members stand on the stadium. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 8 Aug 2023 |
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Planning – Planning Authority ReformsCan you please tell me what you are doing with that referral? What the time line for action is? What the process will be? Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 6 Jun 2023 |
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Planning – Kangaroo BayYou have twice overruled, or sought to overrule, a Clarence City Council planning decision. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 6 Jun 2023 |
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Planning – Short Stay AccommodationMinster, why won't you amend planning directive number 6 to give local councils more freedom to regulate short-stay accommodation? Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 6 Jun 2023 |
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Parliament Rejects Short Stay RegulationThe vote on our motion was a missed opportunity for the State’s new balance-of-power Parliament to make a real difference to the lives of Tasmanians. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 24 May 2023 |
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Ferguson's Development CrusadePlanning Minister Michael Ferguson’s unilateral amendments to expand the Droughty Point development are all about sweet deals for a private developer Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 17 May 2023 |
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Communities Must Have Real Say on Council ReformsThe Tasmanian community must have a genuine say in local government reform, and not be ignored for the sake of the Liberals' development agenda. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 19 Apr 2023 |
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Kangaroo Bay - Chambroad DevelopmentThis is incredible news for the people of Clarence, and also for Kangaroo Bay Voice, who formed to fight this outrageous attack on public open space. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 23 Mar 2023 |
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Greater Hobart Plan - Urban Growth BoundaryThis week the Clarence City Council censured you for abusing your powers as minister and subverting their role as a planning authority. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 22 Mar 2023 |
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Ferguson’s Attack on Hobart’s Urban Growth BoundaryThe Planning Minister's intention to extend 12 sections of Hobart's Urban Growth Boundary looks set to hand precious land to developers Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 21 Mar 2023 |
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Ferguson Wrong to Override Clarence CouncilMichael Ferguson's intervention to override a planning decision by Clarence City Council is wrong unnecessary, and shows a disdain for democracy Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 10 Mar 2023 |
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Faulty Local Government Consultation Needs FixingThe Greens urge Local Government Minister Nic Street listen to calls for extension of the consultation process around the Future of Local Government Review Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 16 Feb 2023 |
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Questions Remain Over Renewable Energy ZonesGovernments can do this without putting endangered species, fragile biodiverse ecosystems, and Aboriginal heritage at risk. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 21 Dec 2022 |
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Future of Local Government ReviewThe Greens support genuine and accessible community consultation. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 14 Dec 2022 |
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Land Use Planning and Approvals Amendment Bill 2022We have a history in Tasmania, most recently from this Liberal Government, of laying out the red carpet for developers. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 27 Sep 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 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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Port Sorell Subdivision ProposalI want to make some comments about a subdivision I understand is in process within the Latrobe Council. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 16 Jun 2022 |
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Estimates Reply - FergusonChair, I want to raise the minister for Transport and the Treasurer's comments in relation to some questions I asked on behalf of the Greens for constituents. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 14 Jun 2022 |
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Heritage – Streetscape PreservationMinister, one of your predecessors in the role undertook a purge of the heritage register and about a third of the listings were removed. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 9 Jun 2022 |
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Heritage – LISTmap LayerI understand that Heritage Tasmania is developing a LISTmap heritage layout, and a searchability framework for the heritage register. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 9 Jun 2022 |
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Heritage – Illegal DemolitionI want to discuss matters pertaining to the notorious heritage destruction of a Mt Stuart property. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 9 Jun 2022 |
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Planning – Short-Stay Accommodation PermitsHow many properties have permits and how many don't have permits in each region? Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 7 Jun 2022 |
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Planning – Climate RisksThe modelling found that approximately 2 per cent of homes in Tasmania would be effectively uninsurable by 2030 due to the effects of climate change. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 7 Jun 2022 |
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Planning – State Planning ProvisionsThe natural assets code was recommended to be substantially overhauled. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 7 Jun 2022 |
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Infrastructure and Transport – Droughty PointIt is the largest proposed housing development in Tasmania with an unclear number of potential dwellings that will be built. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 7 Jun 2022 |
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Infrastructure and Transport – Leith OverpassI wanted to follow up on the trauma that you put the community of Leith through, with the plan to build a massive overpass. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 7 Jun 2022 |
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Leith Overpass Reversal a Sign of Electoral FearThe stressed residents of Leith will be hugely relieved following the Gutwein Government’s reversal of plans to build a massive overpass at their town. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 13 Jan 2022 |
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You Can’t Put a Shine on a CowpatMount Wellington Cableway Company has released its modified proposal to desecrate and profit from kunanyi’s wild beauty, but it’s still a dog of a project. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 15 Nov 2021 |
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Greens Table Legislation to Protect the Public Right to a SayOn behalf of the Tasmanian Greens, I tabled the Tasmanian Civil and Administrative Tribunal Amendment (Exhibition of Amended Applications) Bill 2021. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 11 Nov 2021 |
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Planning - State Planning ProvisionsIn the draft statewide planning provisions report that was handed to the minister, 15 recommendations were made. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 8 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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Land Use Planning and Approvals Amendment (Tasmanian Planning Scheme Modification) Bill 2021Planning evokes very strong emotions in a number of people in the community and a complete absence of interest in many others. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 24 Jun 2021 |
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Greens Table Bills to Repeal Liberals’ Cable Car FacilitationThe Greens will always support a wild kunanyi. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 22 Jun 2021 |
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Go Back to the Drawing Board, Give Locals a Say on Kangaroo BayChambroad Petrochemicals’ announcement it is abandoning plans for a hospitality school, the only aspect of the plan that purported to be in the public interest, Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 16 Jun 2021 |
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People First Planning LawsThe Tasmanian Greens launched our “Planning for People” policy package today. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 15 Apr 2021 |
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RMPAT Exposes MWCC’s Disregard for Aboriginal Heritage on kunanyi and ProcessThe Resource Management Planning Appeal Tribunal’s rejection of the appeal by the Mount Wellington Cableway Company (MWCC) is welcome. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 23 Feb 2021 |
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Cambria Green Development Rears Its Grotesque Head AgainThe mystery developers behind a massive proposal at Cambria Green near Swansea are ploughing on in the face of strong community opposition. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 12 Feb 2021 |
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Local Government – Dorset Council DepotSerious complaints have been lodged with the Local Government Division about the Dorset Council's illegal construction of a depot on Crown land. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 26 Nov 2020 |
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Planning – State PoliciesState policies make sure planning is consistent and forward thinking as well as unfettered by political and development interests. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 25 Nov 2020 |
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Planning – Crown Land ConsentIf a person wants to undertake a project on crown land they need to enter into a lease or licence before landholder consent will be granted. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 25 Nov 2020 |
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Planning – Rosny HillRosny Hill is the only place in Tasmania that the endangered leafy sun orchid is found. There are only 30 leafy sun orchids left at recent counts in that area. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 25 Nov 2020 |
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Planning – Cambria GreenIn April 2018 Cambria Green Tourism and Agriculture and Lidaohengtong signed an agreement in Beijing to jointly develop the Cambria culture and art town. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 25 Nov 2020 |
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Environment and Parks – Swift Parrot Nesting HollowsThe Department of State Growth have already closed potential nesting hollows for the critically endangered swift parrot in six blue gums. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 25 Nov 2020 |
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Aboriginal Affairs – Wirksworth Heritage SiteAboriginal Heritage Council says heritage is being potentially destroyed at Wirksworth. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 25 Nov 2020 |
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Housing – Wirksworth Estate and Aboriginal HeritageA statement that was issued by the Tasmanian Aboriginal Heritage Council on 20 November unanimously opposing the permit application. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 25 Nov 2020 |
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Building and Construction (Regulatory Reform Amendments) Bill (No. 2) 2020The first proposed change that I have some questions around is the change to the Crown land leases and landholder consent. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 15 Oct 2020 |
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Building And Construction (Regulatory Reform Amendments) Bill (No. 2) 2020We are concerned that the minister was not being entirely frank with the House about the extensive consultation that has been undertaken. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 15 Oct 2020 |
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The Critically Endangered Swift ParrotThat special beautiful little parrot is one of the most charming, whimsical and colourful parrots in the world. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 14 Oct 2020 |
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Strong Community Voices Prevail on Eastern ShoreWe congratulate the Clarence City Council for voting against the construction of a 67 metre private jetty on Crown Land at Ralphs Bay. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 13 Oct 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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Parks RAAs - Tasmanian Audit Office ReportYesterday's Tasmanian Audit Office report evaluated 22 Parks reserve activity assessments and found that of these, only two had complete documentation. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 23 Sep 2020 |
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Minister Jaensch’s Contempt for ParliamentRoger Jaensch’s threats to terminate the Major Projects legislation if the Upper House dares amend it are an assault on the democratic foundation of Parliament. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 16 Sep 2020 |
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BirdLife Tasmania Media Release - Swift Parrot HabitatsDr Eric Woehler states that Department of State Growth contractors have unlawfully blocked the nesting hollows of critically endangered swift parrots. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 17 Sep 2020 |
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Clarence City Council Must Hand Kangaroo Bay Back to the CommunityThe Clarence City Council should refuse a further extension of the time for starting construction on the Kangaroo Bay Plan. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 8 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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Proposed Hospital Development in New Town - Actions of Coordinator-GeneralThe Coordinator-General has inserted himself into a planning process to try to influence council over a contentious private hospital development in New Town. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 25 Aug 2020 |
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Land Use Planning and Approvals Amendment (Major Projects) Bill 2020 - Full DebateFull House of Assembly debate on the Land Use Planning and Approvals Amendment (Major Projects) Bill 2020. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 26 Aug 2020 |
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Major Projects Submissions Withheld from LegislatorsA large number of submissions made on the Land Use Planning and Approvals Amendment (Major Projects) Bill are being withheld from scrutiny by legislators. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 25 Aug 2020 |
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Ralphs Bay - Development ApplicationIn March 2004 there was a very large community campaign that commenced in southern Tasmania. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 18 Aug 2020 |
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Where Will Labor Stand on Major Projects?Tasmanians are passionate defenders of their place. Communities having a say has always been, and should remain, central to planning laws. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 17 Aug 2020 |
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MWCC Contemptuous of Planning Process and Public InputProponents of a private cable car on the publicly owned summit of Kunanyi/Mt Wellington are treating the planning system and people of Hobart with contempt. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 8 Aug 2020 |
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TasNetworks Needs to Go Back to the Drawing BoardTasNetworks has again failed to address community and environmental concerns with its revised proposed NW transmission line route. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 4 Aug 2020 |
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Major Infrastructure Development Approvals (North West Transmission Upgrades Project) Order 2020This is a global emergency and reducing our carbon emissions comes from Australia using fewer fossil fuels. Dr Rosalie Woodruff 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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Labor's Westbury Hand-wringing as they Back Major Projects LawsLabor's hand-wringing to the Westbury community is meaningless while they back in the Liberals' major projects legislation. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 12 Jun 2020 |
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Building and Construction (Regulatory Reform Amendments) Bill 2020Some stakeholders in the sector that they do not feel they had the sort of consultation they would have liked on the changes in this bill. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 3 Jun 2020 |
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Greens Stand Alone on Major Projects LegislationLabor declared their hand on the contentious Major Projects Bill today - they’ll be backing in the Liberals. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 3 Jun 2020 |
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Jaensch Confirms Community's Major Projects FearsPlanning Minister Roger Jaensch demonstrated exactly why so many Tasmanians are concerned about the proposed Major Projects legislation in Parliament today. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 3 Jun 2020 |
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Major Projects LegislationThe Minister has been deceiving Tasmanians about the need for the damaging and unnecessary major projects legislation. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 3 Jun 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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No Place for Major Projects in RecoveryTasmania’s largest council has sent a strong message to the Government that the Major Projects legislation is unnecessary and destructive. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 19 May 2020 |
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Tasmanian Planning Commission ReviewThe Tasmanian Greens submission to the Tasmanian Planning Commission Review. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Submission | 13 May 2020 |
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Major Projects LegislationTasmanian Greens submission to the Draft Land Use Planning and Approvals Amendment (Major Projects) Bill 2020. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Submission | 8 May 2020 |
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Fire Tower Road Development, KoonyaI make some comments about a development application at Fire Tower Road, Koonya, on the Tasman Peninsula. Submissions to the Tasman Council closed today. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 7 May 2020 |
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COVID-19 - Major Projects LegislationRegrettably, the Government is trying to make divisive and flawed major projects legislation the centrepiece of Tasmania's recovery. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 7 May 2020 |
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Local Government ReviewLocal Government is a critical level of government for communities. It is the pathway for residents to shape the place they live. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 22 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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Liberals Must Rule Out Cable Car as Major ProjectThe Liberals’ announcement they plan to table major projects legislation has sent ripples of worry through the community. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 6 Mar 2020 |
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Liberals' Failure Laid Bare on Social Justice DayWorld Social Justice Day shines the spotlight on Premier Gutwein’s promise of a ‘compassionate’ government for Tasmania. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 20 Feb 2020 |
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Kangaroo Bay Proposed Development by Shandong ChambroadThat is such a controversial project and it has been going on since 2015. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 12 Nov 2019 |
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Lake Malbena Development ApplicationThe Tasmanian Greens submission to the Lake Malbena development application to the Central Highlands Council. Cassy O'Connor MP | Submission | 15 Feb 2019 |
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Neighbourhood Disputes about Plants Amendment Bill 2019That was the fruition of work at the time that Dr Vanessa Goodwin had done and put in train. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 29 Oct 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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Tasmanian Planning Commission Cambria Green Appeal - Jurisdictional IssueTasmanian Greens comment to the Tasmanian Planning Commission on the Cambria Green Jurisdictional issue. Cassy O'Connor MP | Submission | 10 Sep 2019 |
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Huntingfield Housing Land Supply OrderPeople at the public meeting and people from the Kingborough Council have also been consistently concerned. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 5 Sep 2019 |
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Huntingfield Housing Land Supply OrderThere is a motion on the books which has no action attached to it and no tangibles for people who need housing. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 5 Sep 2019 |
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Huntingfield Housing SubdivisionI have been really overwhelmed by the strength of community concern and the range of issues raised by people. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 6 Aug 2019 |
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Estimates Reply - Minister JaenschNot only did this Liberal Government decide to squeeze such an important portfolio into one hour, we actually only got about two questions each. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 11 Jun 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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Tasmanian Planning Commission Cambria Green AppealThe Tasmanian Greens submission to the TPC on the Cambria Green Appeal. Cassy O'Connor MP | Submission | 29 May 2019 |
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Greater Hobart Bill 2019All great cities around the world have removed artificial boundaries of municipal areas and enable planning connectivity across municipal boundaries. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 1 May 2019 |
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Land Use Planning And Approvals Amendment (Tasmanian Planning Policies And Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill 2018I am pleased to do that particularly because of the willingness of the minister to have the conversations about concerns raised by stakeholders. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 22 Nov 2018 |
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Call-in Laws For Major Developments ConfirmedPlanning Minister, Roger Jaensch, today confirmed, under questioning from the Greens in Parliament, he will introduce Major Projects legislation in 2019. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 22 Aug 2018 |
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Greens Move to Reject Major Projects Legislation and Enshrine Public Say on PlanningIn Parliament this week we will move to affirm the priority that must be given to public participation and appeal rights in any development. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 20 Aug 2018 |
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Planning and DevelopmentThere are also very significant development proposals in the offing, including the proposed Cambria Green mega-development at Dolphin Sands. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 22 Aug 2018 |
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Public Reaction to Planning ProposalsI also want to pay tribute to a couple of other communities in Tasmania who have celebrated such important wins over the last couple of months. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 21 Aug 2018 |
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Planning Legislation for Major ProjectsThe open for business mantra of the Government is causing alarm among communities. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 22 Aug 2018 |
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Cambria Green Development ProposalThe Cambria Green mega proposal is the catalyst for a growing alarm across the state that 'open for business' is trashing what makes this island special. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 21 Aug 2018 |
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kunanyi / Mt Wellington Cable Car - Requirement for LegislationOver the past five years, the Government has done everything possible to get a cable car across the Organ Pipes to the summit of kunanyi. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 21 Aug 2018 |
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Housing Land Supply Bill 2018There are some issue the minister needs to flesh out on the Floor of this House, particularly the issue around Shelter's submission. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 5 Jul 2018 |
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Hodgman Refuses to Rule Out Rosny Hill DevelopmentPremier Hodgman confirmed his government would not prevent a proposed major commercial development proceeding on Rosny Hill. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 13 Jun 2018 |
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Cambria Green DevelopmentOn the morning of 21 April this year there was a signing ceremony for the joint development and construction of the Cambrian Culture and Art Town. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 14 Jun 2018 |
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Cambria Green - RezoningThe mega Cambria Green development is one of the largest planning scheme amendments and tourism developments ever proposed for Tasmania. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 14 Jun 2018 |
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Cambria Green Mega DevelopmentYour Government's open-for-business mantra has most recently manifested itself in a 3185 hectare mega development proposal at Dolphin Sands. Cassy O'Connor MP | Parliamentary Activity | 14 Jun 2018 |
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Greens Release Planning For People PolicyThe Liberals rushed through the Tasmanian Planning Scheme, written by developers for development interests. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 4 Feb 2018 |
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Launceston Skyscraper - Proposal by Frangrance GroupWill the Government be providing any special support or using powers under proposed major projects legislation to fast-track Fragrance Group's project? Andrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 19 Sep 2017 |
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No Reassurance for Launceston Over Fragrance SkyscraperThe Minister for Planning and Local Government failed to provide any reassurance to Launceston residents today. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 19 Sep 2017 |
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Kangaroo Bay Community Protest Land TransferMore than 200 residents gathered at Kangaroo Bay to launch a petition in opposition to transfer of public land on the foreshore to Chambroad Petrochemicals. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 9 Sep 2017 |
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Call-In Power Planning Laws Recipe for CorruptionThe Liberals’ proposed “call-in powers” opens a pathway to corruption that would lead to the worst planning outcomes for Tasmania. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 28 Aug 2017 |
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Groom's Blurring of Public and Private Lines on Cable CarPublic resources are being used to enable the private development of a cable car to the summit of kunanyi/Mt Wellington. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 6 Jun 2017 |
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Residents Demand Kangaroo Bay Development Approval be RescindedA packed public meeting moved to censure Clarence City Council for failing to uphold the community consultation guidelines. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 4 Jun 2017 |
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Fragrance Group Skyscrapers On the NoseThe Fragrance Group's aggressive and obtrusive plans for Hobart have been dealt a near fatal blow. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 27 May 2017 |
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Gutwein Must Rule Out Future Support for Lauderdale Urban Expansion PlanThe Clarence City Council last night rejected a proposal to expand the Lauderdale urban area to a new zone from rural, residential to close residential area. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 2 May 2017 |
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Hobart City Council Needs to Reject Inappropriate, Ugly SkyscrapersIf the Hobart City Council listens to the community and abides by its Planning Scheme, it will reject the two Fragrance Group skyscrapers proposed for Hobart. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 8 May 2017 |
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Planning Provisions Threaten Tasmania's Unique ValuesThe Liberals’ Statewide Planning Provisions are made by developers, for developers. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 22 Feb 2017 |
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Heritage Register Removals Have Developers Popping the ChampagneThe removal of 514 properties from the Tasmanian Heritage Register will fundamentally alter the look, feel and fabric of our towns and cities over time. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 30 Nov 2016 |
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Planning without VisionI rise to inform the House about an incredibly large and very successful public meeting that was held in the Hobart Town Hall a week ago on 8 November. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Parliamentary Activity | 15 Nov 2016 |
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Gutwein Hides From Public On PlanningTwenty community and environment groups are organising a public meeting on Tuesday in Hobart Town Hall. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 6 Nov 2016 |
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Heritage Code A Pandora's Box Full Of LawyersA unanimous theme was voiced by people making representations at today's Tasmanian Planning Commission hearings about the Heritage Code. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 27 Sep 2016 |
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Gutwein Must Heed Airbnb PleasThe Tasmanian Planning Commission has heard from Airbnb, who were in Hobart today to plead the case of Tasmanian accommodation operators. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 26 Jul 2016 |
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TPC Should Rethink Planning Scheme HearingsIt was standing room only at the Tasmanian Planning Commission Hearing into the Statewide Planning Provisions in Hobart. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 28 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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State Planning Provisions a Land Grab For DevelopersThe deadline for submissions on the proposed State Planning Provisions is only days away. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 15 May 2016 |
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Urban RenewalPresently Launceston is car-centric and the proposed changes to the traffic system are designed to allow more human-centred activity in the CBD. Andrea Dawkins | Parliamentary Activity | 14 Oct 2015 |
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Statewide Planning Scheme Adjournment DefeatedIt's disappointing that both the Liberals and Labor voted against the Greens' move to defer the statewide planning scheme bill. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 13 Oct 2015 |
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Greens Move to Defer Planning BillThe Greens will move to defer the bill that enables a statewide planning scheme until the government releases the full scheme. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 12 Oct 2015 |
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Planning Scheme Rushed, Lacking DetailThe Statewide Planning Scheme is the greatest change ever to planning in the state's history and Tasmanians have only been given six weeks to comment on it. Dr Rosalie Woodruff MP | Media Release | 24 Sep 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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Scheme Needs to Cater to all Tasmanians, Not Just the Big End of TownThe concern for the Greens is that any planning scheme that encompasses the whole State may not be an appropriate fit for Tasmania. Andrea Dawkins | Media Release | 29 Jun 2015 |
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Wellington Park Trust ScrutinyThe Tasmanian Planning Commission’s decision to hold a public hearing on proposed changes to the Wellington Park Management Plan is welcome. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 18 Feb 2015 |
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Questions for Launceston City CouncilThe Environment Protection Authority needs to intervene and investigate the impacts of a wrongly approved commercial–scale poultry shed at Lalla. Kim Booth | Media Release | 8 Feb 2015 |
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Beware Liberals' Planning AmendmentA first shot has been fired across the bow at Tasmanians who want to have a say in planning reform and decisions that affect their lives. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 28 Oct 2014 |
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Planning Taskforce QuestionsPlanning Minister, Peter Gutwein, is avoiding scrutiny over the use of taxpayer dollars to establish a developer-led planning reform Taskforce. Cassy O'Connor MP | Media Release | 31 May 2014 |