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No. 26
TUESDAY, 28 OCTOBER 2014
Notices of Motion
179
The Premier to move—That the House:—
(1)
Congratulates the Tasmanian athletes, coaches and officials who participated in the
20th Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
(2)
Notes three of our athletes won medals, and all represented our State and our country
with distinction.
(3)
Extends its heartiest congratulations and best wishes for the future to each of these
athletes, coaches and officials who ensured that Tasmania is never forgotten, even if
occasionally left off the map. (19 August 2014)
180
The Premier to move—That the House notes:—
(a)
the exceptional work and professionalism of Tasmania’s emergency services
personnel, career and volunteer, who responded to the wild weather
conditions across the state in late July 2014 and that caused significant
damage to many homes, businesses and property; and
(b)
with great regret the death of a lady in northern Tasmania as a result of these
extreme weather conditions, and extends its sincere condolences to her
family. (19 August 2014)
181
Mr Green to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that from the 14 to 18 July 2014 the Parliament hosted 52 young Tasmanians
from around the state for the 27th Tasmanian Youth Parliament.
(2)
Further notes that these participants debated a range of topics of importance to young
Tasmanians including:—
(a)
lowering the voting age;
(b)
alcohol and gambling advertising;
(c)
access to education;
(d)
public transport; and
(e)
mental health.
(3)
Congratulates the participants for the mature way in which they conducted
themselves during these debates showing at all times a very high quality of debate
and respect for this place.
(4)
Thanks the volunteer Organising Taskforce, which is comprised entirely of young
people under the age of twenty-five, for giving up their time to organise and run this
program.
(5)
Also thanks the staff of the Parliament for the support they provided to the program.
(6)
Notes that the former Government through the Department of Premier and Cabinet
provided an annual grant to the program to ensure that it was able to operate at the
lowest cost to participants.
(7)
Calls on the Government to continue funding this valuable program. (19 August
2014)
182
The Minister for Information, Technology and Innovation to move—That the House:—
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(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
Supports the aims of National Science Week to increase public understanding and
appreciation of science.
Recognises the vital contribution that science and science education makes in
sustaining and improving Tasmanian society and our economy.
Celebrates the achievements of those working across the sciences in Tasmania
Notes with immense pride that Tasmania has the nation’s highest per capita
concentration of scientists.
Acknowledges the State’s history of invention and innovation and our continuing
international strength in areas such as Antarctic, marine and maritime science, radio
astronomy, health, agriculture and sensing.
Encourages young people who want to make a lasting contribution to the sum of
human knowledge to investigate the career opportunities in science. (19 August
2014)
183
The Minister for Health to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises that Tasmanians have confidence and place enormous value and trust in
the professionalism of our State’s health professionals but are frustrated with a
system that is not delivering better outcomes for themselves, their families and their
community.
(2)
Acknowledges that the case for change in the Tasmanian health system has been well
established and that Tasmanians deserve a better health system: one that is a
complete, state-wide system that places the interests of patients at the forefront of
every decision.
(3)
Agrees that the Tasmanian health services must be planned according to the health
needs of the entire population and that there must be state-wide consistency in
clinical practice and standards.
(4)
Recognises that health services should be delivered as close as practicable to where
people live as long as the services can be provided safely, effectively and at an
acceptable cost.
(5)
Agrees to a reform agenda for the Tasmanian health system, that includes:—
(a)
merging the three Tasmanian Health Organisations into a single state-wide
Tasmanian Health Service;
(b)
reviewing and reforming the Department of Health and Human Services to
enable it to better discharge its responsibilities as purchaser and health
system manager;
(c)
establishing a Health Council of Tasmania that will provide strategic advice
on the direction of health care in Tasmania, supported by clinical advisory
groups that drive clinical engagement and the development of sound clinical
advice; and
(d)
driving better service planning, profiling and delivery in Tasmania through
the development of a white paper.” (19 August 2014)
184
Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the release of the Treasurer’s Preliminary Estimates Report last week.
(2)
Recognises concerns that the release of a Preliminary Estimates report two weeks out
from Budget Estimates was a cynical attempt to garner public support to further
target the state’s public sector workforce as a convenient scapegoat for upcoming
predicted state Budget cuts.
(3)
Calls on the Hodgman government to:—
(a)
recognise that the state’s bottom line would be much healthier if the federal
carbon price dividend of approximately $70 million to $100 million per
annum, which equates to between $700 million and $1 billion in lost
revenue over 10 years, had not been ripped up by the Abbot government,
egged on by the state Liberals at the time;
(b)
publicly acknowledge that blindly pursuing their ill-conceived election
promises in light of the Mid Year Financial Report and the recent
Preliminary Estimates report is fiscally irresponsible; and
(c)
cease their ideologically driven attempt to make Tasmanians, and the
Tasmanian public sector workforce, pay to compensate for poor public
policy decisions including the loss of carbon tax revenue, and the blind
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pursuit of election spending promises the state cannot afford. (19 August
2014)
185
Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes with grave concern the Hodgman government’s threat to the viability and
sustainability of Tasmania’s public sector service, and the essential services the
public sector delivers to the Tasmanian community.
(2)
Recognises that the Hodgman government’s plans to impose another public sector
wage freeze, on top of threats to cut 1500 jobs, breaches recently agreed State
Service Agreements and Awards.
(3)
Acknowledges that the majority of Tasmania’s state service workers have already
agreed to six years of wage restraint of 2% or less, while also witnessing a reduction
in the workforce amounting to thousands of workers while community demand for
services continues to grow.
(4)
Warns the threat of job cuts and a wage freeze is a blow to public sector workers’
morale, to consumer confidence and to the local economy.
(5)
Calls on the Premier to enter into a genuine discussion with Tasmania’s public sector
unions and their workers about wages, and how other mechanisms by which
appropriate efficiency gains, while maintaining service delivery to the community,
can be identified and developed. (19 August 2014)
186
Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
with grave concern the threat to Tasmania’s environment and economy by
the Federal Abbott government’s intention to scrap the Renewable Energy
Target (RET);
(b)
scrapping the RET is just a sop to mates and political donors of the Federal
Liberal Party;
(c)
the Renewable Energy Target has been a major contributor to cutting
pollution and energy costs, and must not be scaled down or abandoned;
(d)
scrapping the RET will destroy local jobs, destroy investment and make
power more expensive for consumers in order to protect the old coal-fired
generators and gas companies;
(e)
there are 18,000 people employed in the solar industry across Australia
whose jobs will be compromised by the scrapping of the RET; and
(f)
this is a clear sign from the Federal Abbott government that Australia is
closed for business other than that of fossil fuel mining and that innovation
and investment in clean energy has no future under the federal government,
which will negatively impact upon Tasmania’s potential renewable energy
future.
(2)
Calls on the Premier to urgently lobby his Federal Liberal counterparts to abandon
their ill-conceived plans to scrap the RET. (19 August 2014)
187
Ms O’Byrne to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
that University education should be accessible to all regardless of their
economic status or postcode; and
(b)
the high percentage of first time University students who enrol in
Tasmania’s regional campuses who will be disadvantaged by the Abbott
Liberal government attack on university funding.
(2)
Recognises that pricing education out of the reach for most Tasmanian families will
damage our state now and into the future.
(3)
Acknowledges that an effective 35 million dollar cut to Tasmania’s single university
is expected to result in the North West Campus cutting their budget by 7 million
dollars and the Launceston Campus by 23 million dollars.
(4)
Notes that this attack not only hurts our students but will cost skilled jobs in regional
Tasmania.
(5)
Condemns:—
(a)
the Abbott Liberal government for its savage attack on university education
and high skilled jobs in Tasmania; and
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(b)
the Hodgman Liberal government for their complicit silence on this attack.
(19 August 2014)
188
Ms O’Byrne to move—That the House:—
(1)
Congratulates Launceston cyclist Ritchie Porte on his performance at the Tour de
France.
(2)
Notes that despite suffering from a chest infection Ritchie did an amazing job as team
leader and that Tasmanians are rightly proud of Ritchie Porte’s commitment and
drive. (19 August 2014)
189
Ms O’Byrne to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
that Lady Gowrie Tasmania is celebrating its 75th year;
(b)
that Lady Gowrie Tasmania is a community based not for profit
incorporated Association governed by a voluntary Board of Directors which
has been putting Tasmanian children first since 1939; and
(c)
the Association’s commitment to providing quality early and middle
childhood education and care services for children from birth to twelve
years of age.
(2)
Recognises that the Association promotes the best outcomes for children, families,
early and middle childhood professionals.
(3)
Call on all parties to congratulate Lady Gowrie Tasmania is reaching this milestone.
(19 August 2014)
190
Ms O’Byrne to move—That the House:—Congratulates our Tasmanian athletes, coaches,
officials and
their families for their performance at the 2014 Commonwealth Games. (19
August 2014)
191
Ms O’Byrne to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
that Premier Hodgman, Treasurer Gutwein and their cabinet colleagues
have chosen a shameful abuse of legislative powers to override State Service
Agreements and Awards;
(b)
that the Liberal government aims to have the Bills through both houses of
parliament by October, 2014;
(c)
notes the Treasurer Gutwein has refused to commit the government to the
number of jobs that will be saved.
(2)
Acknowledges that the Liberal government is changing the law to breach contracts
and simply can’t be trusted.
(3)
Recognise that Premier Hodgman has insulted the state’s public service by asking
them to accept a 2 per cent freeze months after giving his Liberal staffers increases of
up to 83 per cent.
(4)
Condemns the Liberal government for this vicious attack on the state’s public
service. (19 August 2014)
192
Ms Giddings to move—That the House:—
(1)
Congratulates Hobart Baroque on their Helpmann Award which went to the stunning
performance by Russian star Julia Lezhneva and the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra
during the 2014 Festival.
(2)
Notes:—
(a)
the Hobart Baroque has introduced Tasmanians to the stars of the Royal
Opera House in Covent Garden, to rising talents like Australia’s own David
Hanson and Russia’s Julia Lezhneva and to young talent like Launceston’s
Nicholas Tolputt;
(b)
Hobart Baroque received $400,000 in State Government funding in 2014
and in return contributed around $5.45 million to the state economy;
(c)
that around 41 per cent of patrons came from interstate and 93 per cent said
they would return to Tasmania for the next festival; and
(d)
the State Government offered $300,000 to Hobart Baroque for the 2015
Festival which is a cut of $100,000 by the Liberals to the festival.
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(3)
Calls upon the State Liberal Government to re-instate the full $400,000 of State
Funding. (19 August 2014)
194
Ms Giddings to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
Tasmanians like Natalie Daly and Alice Agnew, through her mother Nicole,
are already using medicinal cannabis to manage their health problems;
(b)
these Tasmanians live in fear of being raided by Police and having their
medicinal cannabis confiscated as occurred recently in Victoria with the
Wallace’s home;
(c)
should Alice have her cannabis oil removed, she is likely to go back to
regular epileptic fitting which could cause her death and Natalie’s battle
with cancer will be made harder as she once again feels nauseous and loses
her appetite ; and
(d)
these Tasmanians and thousands more are calling for the legalisation of
medicinal cannabis in a properly regulated environment.
(2)
Calls upon the Hodgman Liberal Government to support a clinical trial of medicinal
cannabis in Tasmania and to lobby the Commonwealth to begin their Therapeutic
Goods Administration processes which would lead to its legalisation in Australia.
(19 August 2014)
195
Ms Giddings to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
that medicinal cannabis is available in around twenty countries, including
the USA (23 States), Canada, Switzerland, the Netherlands and Israel; and
(b)
that contrary to the Premier’s and other Ministers’ public comments, the
Tasmanian Poppy Industry does not oppose a clinical trial of medicinal
cannabis in Tasmania.
(2)
Calls upon the Liberal Government to immediately support a clinical trial in
Tasmania. (19 August 2014)
197
Mr McKim to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that 16 August 2014 was the 10th anniversary of the 2004 John Howard-led
amendments to the Commonwealth Marriage Act 1961, seeking to make same-sex
marriage illegal.
(2)
Recognises that the passage of these discriminatory laws continue to have a negative
impact on Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual, Trans Gender Individuals in relationships
around the country.
(3)
Acknowledges with sadness that over the last decade partners who wished to have
married have died, and others who wished to be married at home surrounded by
friends and family, instead have been forced overseas to marry.
(4)
(5)
(6)
198
Notes that since 2004 public support for marriage equality has increased from 38% to
72%, and across the nation’s Parliaments there is an increasing number of elected
representatives supporting the reform, and the number of countries that allow samesex marriages has increased from three to almost twenty.
Notes:—
(a)
recent comments made by Human Rights Commissioner Tim Wilson that,
“as long as the civil right of marriage exists, it must be open to all people
equally.”; and
(b)
legal advice received from Professor George Williams that State Parliaments
have the capacity to legislate for same-sex marriages.
Urges all Members of this place to commit to the fundamental human rights principle
of equality before the law. (19 August 2014)
Mr McKim to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
with sadness the passing of Tasmanian composer Peter Sculthorpe on the 8
August 2014 in Sydney;
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(b)
(2)
that Mr Sculthorpe was born in Launceston in 1929 and was educated at the
Launceston Church Grammar School, the University of Melbourne and
Wadham College, Oxford;
(c)
that his compositions number over 350 and they are regularly performed and
recorded throughout the world;
(d)
his deep love for his country and its landscape inspired and was reflected in
his music. He said, "my music has always been about nature, the
environment and more recently, climate change.";
(e)
that his works the Requiem and String Quartet No 16 grew from his concern
about the war in Iraq and the plight of asylum-seekers in Australian
detention;
(f)
that of his many awards and five Honorary Doctorates, including one from
the University of Tasmania, he regarded his most significant as being named
one of Australia's 100 Living Treasures, Distinguished Artist 2001
(International Society for the Performing Arts), Honorary Foreign Life
Member (American Academy of Arts and Letters, 2003) and one of the 100
Most Influential Australians.
Offers its sincere condolences to Mr Sculthorpe's family and friends and pay tribute
to his outstanding contribution to music and cultural life in Australia. (19 August
2014)
199
Mr Barnett to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises that 18 August 2014 is Vietnam Veterans Day, an annual day of
remembrance for those who served during the Vietnam War.
(2)
Notes that this day, originally known as Long Tan Day, commemorates the day in
1966 when the battle of Long Tan was fought by the men of D Company, 6th
Battalion, the Royal Australian Regiment (6RAR).
(3)
Further notes that this day, first commemorated in 1969 with the raising of a cross at
the battlefield by the men of 6RAR, has since been adopted to cover all veterans who
served in the Vietnam War—the longest conflict in Australia’s history.
(4)
Pays tribute to the almost 60 000 Australians who served in Vietnam between May
1962 and April 1975, including 521 who paid the ultimate price and more than 3 000
who were wounded.
(5)
Acknowledges the service of the approximately 1 800 Tasmanians who served in
Vietnam, including 17 who died in their country’s service.
(6)
Honours the service and sacrifice of all those who fought for freedom and human
dignity in this conflict. (19 August 2014)
200
Ms White to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that the Salvation Army held its annual fundraiser Sleeping Out for the Salvo’s
on 14 August 2014.
(2)
Congratulates the Salvation Army for raising over $37 000.
(3)
Notes that this event is now in its fourth year and has raised $277 000 since 2009.
(4)
Further notes that all funds raised remain in Tasmania to provide a primary careworker and other vital Salvation Army Services throughout Tasmania to support
those who are, or at risk, of homelessness.
(5)
Recognises the Salvation Army has been responding to the need of disadvantaged
Australians for over 130 years, they continue to develop innovative ways and
approaches to deliver the best possible outcomes.
(6)
Calls on all parties to congratulate and provide continued support to the Salvation
Army. (19 August 2014)
201
Ms White to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the research conducted by the Heart Foundation which shows the price of
healthy food is unaffordable for many Tasmanian households.
(2)
Acknowledges the findings from the University of Tasmania Healthy Food Basket
Survey which shows some Tasmanian families need to spend more than 40% of their
household budget to eat for good health.
(3)
Notes that of the shops in Tasmania where you can buy fresh fruit and vegetables,
only 5% are located in low income areas.
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(4)
(5)
(6)
Further notes that the Tasmanian Population Health Survey, conducted by Population
Health Services in April 2014 this year found that only 10% of the Tasmanian
population eat the recommended five serves or more of vegetables and 44% eat the
recommended two serves of fruit.
Raises concern that the Tasmanian Liberal Government has not indicated their
intention to continue adequately funding emergency food providers across Tasmania
such as Foodbank, Secondbite and Produce to the People that help provide
affordable, nutritious food to people in need.
Calls on the Tasmanian Liberal Government to acknowledge the importance of these
organisations and the work they do to address the social determinants of health by
providing adequate funding in the August budget to ensure people across Tasmania
continue to have access to affordable fresh fruit and vegetables. (19 August 2014)
202
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Mourns the loss to the world of genius actor and comedian, Robin Williams, who
through his prolific work on stage and screen brought generations of people
immeasurable laughter and joy.
(2)
Acknowledges that Robin Williams took his own life, a fact no doubt his family and
countless fans are struggling to come to terms with.
(3)
Expresses its great sadness that someone who shone so bright was in such a dark
place that he had lost hope for the future.
(4)
Recognises that, according to Lifeline which offers counselling and support to people
who are in that dark place, suicide in Australia has reached a ten year high with 2535
deaths recorded in 2012.
(5)
Further recognises that, according to Lifeline, suicide is the leading cause of death in
Australia for males and females between 15 and 44 years of age, and that each day in
this country an estimated 30 people attempt suicide, 250 make a suicide plan and as
many as 1000 people contemplate ending their own lives.
(6)
Acknowledges that these statistics represent both a major public health issue and a
devastating human tragedy, not only to those who take their lives, but to the grieving
families and friends they leave behind.
(7)
Commits to talking openly and honestly about the impact of suicide in our
community, and commits to working together in a tripartisan manner to address its
causes, to ensure supports are appropriately funded, and to letting people know there
is always hope, and there is always help there when you need it most. (19 August
2014)
203
The Minister for Women to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that:—
(a)
tackling violence against women is a priority for the whole Tasmanian
Community;
(b)
Friday 25 July 2014, marked White Ribbon night, an Australian-wide event
to raise funds for prevention programs aimed at changing attitudes and
behaviours that lead to violence against women;
(c)
family violence and sexual assault sadly are not private issues. They affect
children, extended families, friends, work colleagues, and in turn the
broader community in terms of long-term reduced health and social
outcomes, community participation and productivity;
(d)
statistics around Australia show that one in three Australian women have
experienced physical violence; one in four emotional abuse by a current or
former partner; one in five sexual violence; one in six physical or sexual
violence from a current or former partner and nearly one woman is killed by
their current or former partner every week; and
(e)
through primary prevention initiatives and an annual campaign, White
Ribbon seeks to change the attitudes and behaviours that lead to and
perpetuate men's violence against women by engaging boys and men to lead
social change.
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(2)
Encourage all Tasmanians and Members of this House to support White Ribbon
Australia and help to get the message out that violence against women in any form, is
unacceptable and we must do what we can to stop it. (19 August 2014)
204
The Minister for Women to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that the Liberal Government is strongly committed to making Tasmania a safer
place and ensuring women and children are protected from family violence and
sexual assault.
(2)
Congratulates all States and Territories for their commitment around all actions under
the Second Action Plan of the National Plan to Reduce Violence Against Women and
their Children 2010-2022.
(3)
Notes that:—
(a)
around one in three women have experienced physical violence, one in four
have experience emotional abuse by a partner, and almost one in five have
experienced sexual violence since the age of 15; and
(b)
in our efforts to tackle the unacceptable crimes of family violence and
sexual assault, the five key themes which Governments will work towards
for the Second Action Plan 2013-2016 are:—
(i)
driving whole of community action to prevent violence;
(ii)
understanding diverse experiences of violence;
(iii)
supporting innovative services and integrated systems;
(iv)
improving perpetrator interventions; and
(v)
continuing to build the evidence base.
(c)
the Second Action Plan also tracks the progress since the commencement of
the National Plan in 2010, including the launch of Australia’s National
Research Organisation for Women’s Safety (ANROWS);
(d)
that the Liberal Government has made a substantial commitment to tackling
violence and sexual abuse for all Tasmanians, including:—
(i)
additional Funding of $124,000 for delivery of sexual assault
services over the next two years;
(ii)
legislating for minimum mandatory sentences for those convicted
of serious sexual offences against children;
(iii)
strengthening the legislative provisions that deal with the crime of
bullying and cyber bullying;
(iv)
Protecting children from sexual assault by providing $800,000 to
Bravehearts to deliver their child safety awareness program; and
(v)
Contributing $100,000 over a three year period to ANROWS to
research the driving factors behind violence and sexual assault so
that we can better tailor our response.
(4)
While there is still significant work to be done in tackling the unacceptable
incidences of family violence and sexual assault in Tasmania, through government,
the community sector and the wider community working together, we can make real
and lasting changes to the lives of the too many Tasmanians who are impacted by
family violence and sexual assault. (19 August 2014)
206
Ms Ogilvie to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
the announcement of the in-principle agreement between Telstra
Corporation and NBN Co. to transfer ownership of the copper network to
NBN Co;
(b)
approximately 5000 people across Australia are employed maintaining the
existing copper network both with Telstra and as industry sub-contractors;
(c)
approximately another 5000 people are employed in call centres managing
customer service associated with the copper network;
(d)
in Tasmania approximately 200 people are employed maintaining the copper
network and that these private sector employees are small business owners
who ought to be considered in the proposed reforms, sale or transfer.
(2)
Expresses deep concern that the Tasmanian jobs at risk have not been considered at
all by the Government and in efforts to effect structural separation of wholesale and
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(3)
retail arms of Telstra ( through NBN Co. taking on all network operations) are
subjecting these jobs to unnecessary market risk.
Calls for immediate and urgent representations to both companies to ensure local jobs
are protected and our telecommunications industry skills base grows and we
maximise the potential for content development industries that sit on top of this
network infrastructure. (19 August 2014)
207
Mr Green to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that Queenstown has been selected to host the Deniliquin Ute Muster Mini
Muster on the 30 August 2014.
(2)
Congratulates the Queenstown and Tasmanian community for getting behind the
campaign, helping Queenstown secure enough votes to earn the right to host the
event.
(3)
Welcomes some good news for the West Coast, which has recently been hit with bad
news about mining closures and job losses.
(4)
Looks forward to an influx of visitors to Queenstown for the event, which will help
stimulate the Queenstown and West Coast economy.
(5)
Calls on all parties to congratulate the organisers of the Queenstown event for their
success. (20 August 2014)
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The Minister for Human Services to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that providing support for foster and kinship carers in Tasmania is a priority
for this Government.
(2)
Congratulates Ms Kim Backhouse, on her appointment as the inaugural Chief
Executive Officer of Foster Carers Association of Tasmania noting her extensive
background in corporate governance and outstanding legal and business management
skills.
(3)
Notes that:—
(a)
this Government recognises and values those people who step in to care for
children who cannot live at home and our support of the newly created Chief
Executive Officer role is a demonstration of our respect for the vital
contribution provided by foster carers across the State;
(b)
the Government's current reform of the Out of Home Care system will also
deliver improved recruitment, training and support to carers. This will be
achieved through the introduction of a more rigorous assessment and
approval process for foster carers based on identified standards, and
introduction of a new carer agreement supported by targeted training;
(c)
respite care arrangements will also be strengthened to support caregivers
and children who are in care; and
(d)
the Government looks forward to continuing to work with Foster Carers
Association of Tasmania to support its efforts to grow membership and
strengthen advocacy for a very important group of Tasmanians – our foster
and kinship carers. (20 August 2014)
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The Minister for Human Services to move—That the House notes that:—
(a)
The Liberal Government is committed to rebuilding essential services and
supporting vulnerable Tasmanians;
(b)
community sector organisations provide vital services in our community to
help vulnerable and low income Tasmanians;
(c)
the Liberal Government understands the extraordinary work that they do.
The Government recognises that appropriate funding to the sector is vital to
enable the community sector to continue to deliver those services;
(d)
this Government will be providing an additional $9 million in funding to
support these organisations;
(e)
in the upcoming budget the Government will be keeping its promises fixing
the budget mess and laying the foundations for the future;
(f)
the Liberal Government is committed to assisting vulnerable Tasmanians
through a partnership between the government, the community sector and
the community as a whole; and
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(g)
the Government is focused on undertaking important reforms, focused on
giving Tasmanians in need a hand-up through joined-up, integrated and
coordinated support systems. (20 August 2014)
210
Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes Venture Minerals announced to the stock exchange on Tuesday 19 August
2014 that they had suspended their Riley Creek iron ore strip mine proposal in the
Tarkine.
(2)
Recognises that the company cited the now failing iron ore price as the reasons for
their decision, just as Shree Minerals did when they also confirmed they were
abandoning operations at their Nelson Bay River open cut mine in June 2014.
(3)
Notes that Venture Minerals share price closed at the end of the 19 August 2014 28%
down on its share price recorded the previous day, and 87% down from its January
2011 high.
(4)
Acknowledges that despite loud warnings from community organisations and
commentators that the market was volatile, and attempts to mine these sites in the
Tarkine would be unviable and unsustainable, these companies still proceeded to
raise false hope, egged on by representatives of both the Labor and Liberal parties.
(5)
Recognises that these styles of operations are only focused on mining the bank
accounts of investors, and not minerals.
(6)
Calls for an end to the unjustified scape-goating of community organisations who are
standing up for proper process and to protect Tasmania’s world-renowned
environment.
(7)
Recognises that all these opportunistic investor-wallet mining operations achieve is
raising false hope, and fuel division in the community.
(8)
Demands that the Minister for Resources immediately intervenes and requires
Venture Minerals and Shree Minerals to fully rehabilitate their respective abandoned
mining sites in the Tarkine. (20 August 2014)
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Ms O’Byrne to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
that capturing bright school leavers is essential to Australia meeting its
scientific challenges;
(b)
that the Abbott Government funding cuts to science and environment
agencies along with their programs may prompt our young people to think
twice about a career in science; and
(c)
that science students learn critical thinking – a vital attribute in today’s
complex world – as well as opportunities to work on problems with global
implications.
(2)
Acknowledges that Tasmania and Victoria will be hardest hit by the Federal
Government cuts with the majority of these latest cuts coming from the ranks of
researchers, with 28 of the 30 full time positions to be cut made up of scientists.
(3)
Notes that of those 18 marine and atmospheric researchers will be lost in Hobart,
these cuts are on top of 31 Tasmanian jobs already to go from the CSIRO.
(4)
Condemns the Hodgman Liberal Government for not standing up to the Abbott
Liberal Government and supporting our science sector. (20 August 2014)
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Ms O’Byrne to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
that the Tasmanian Christmas Sports Carnivals will expand to a record 8 day
format in 2014-2015; and
(b)
that the program will feature four closed road cycling street races in a bid to
make the event more attractive to top-rated interstate and overseas bike
riders.
(2)
Welcomes the three new municipalities of Meander Valley, Central Coast and
Kentish.
(3)
Further notes the carnival will enter new territory and now embrace seven
municipalities to include:—
(a)
Meander Valley;
(b)
Launceston;
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(5)
(c)
Latrobe;
(d)
Central Coast;
(e)
Devonport;
(f)
Burnie, and;
(g)
Kentish.
Recognise the tourism opportunities of this expanded program are enormous for
Tasmania.
Call on all parties to congratulate Tasmanian Christmas Sports Carnivals and
welcome the expansion of the carnival. (20 August 2014)
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Mr Bacon to move—That the House:—
(1)
Acknowledges:—
(a)
the need for safety improvements for all road users on the Channel Highway
between Kingston and Taroona;
(b)
that the continuation of a lined smooth-sealed shoulder between Proctors
Road and Taroona, providing a separate space for cars and bike riders, will
greatly improve road safety and reduce the anxieties of road users;
(c)
the widespread community concern about this issue which is reflected by the
over 6600 signatures collected in just three months; and
(d)
that support for the Petition has been received from Kingborough Council,
Metro Tasmania, Royal Automobile Club of Tasmania and Bicycle
Tasmania, Cycling South and politicians from across the political spectrum.
(2)
Notes that Bonnet Hill has become a popular cycling route with more than 1500
cyclist movements a week and that poor sightlines and 5km of double white lines
present significant safety hazards to all road users.
(3)
Calls on Premier, Hon Will Hodgman MP and Minister for Infrastructure, Hon Rene
Hidding MP to commence construction of the lined smooth-sealed shoulder over
Bonnet hill to Taroona as soon as responsibly possible. (20 August 2014)
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Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that while it is illegal, families across Australia are using medical cannabis to
treat chronic conditions, such as prolific epileptic seizures.
(2)
Acknowledges that Victorian couple, Cassie Batten and Rhett Wallace are one such
family, whose house was raided by police and had products seized that were used to
control their three year old son’s epileptic seizures, as a result of contracting
meningitis as an infant.
(3)
Recognises that Federal Liberal MP Sharman Stone, Labor Member Melissa Parke
and Greens Senator Richard Di Natale have all written to Victorian Premier
Napthine, in a tripartite expression of concern about the treatment of the
Batten/Wallace family.
(4)
Hears the comments made by former Australian Federal Police Chief, Mick Palmer,
who urged state law enforcement agencies to exercise discretion when dealing with
families who are treating seriously ill children with cannabis oil.
(5)
Understands that despite no charges being laid, the Batten/Wallace family were
subjected to a child protection investigation as to their care of three year old Cooper,
who prior to their treatment of him with medicinal cannabis, suffered hundreds of
seizures a day.
(6)
Acknowledges that after investigation, Victorian child protection workers confirmed
they would not be seeking a protective custody order.
(7)
Calls on the Minister for Health, Hon Michael Ferguson MP to exercise some
empathy to the Tasmanian families in similar position – acknowledging that they go
through daily struggles enough without the concerns of police and child protection
actions – and allow a medical cannabis trial in Tasmania. (20 August 2014)
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Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the Federal Liberal Budget measures to cut all public transport funding and
increase the petrol excise.
(2)
Understands the effects of the ideologically anti-environment, anti-public service cuts
to public transport mean that poorer and more vulnerable Australians will struggle to
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(3)
(4)
(5)
access services outside of their own local area, such as government services and
supports, education, training and employment opportunities and medical services.
Condemns the cigar-puffing Federal Liberal Treasurer Joe Hockey’s comment that
poorer Australians, either “don’t have cars or actually don’t drive very far”.
Recognises that this statement not only displays a lack of empathy, it is misleading,
as confirmed by ABC Fact Checker, as people on low incomes will spend a higher
proportion of their income on petrol than those on higher incomes, and therefore the
impact on their finances will be greater.
Understands that despite Mr Hockey’s belated apology for the interpretation of his
comments and the offense they caused, and his assertion that the Liberal Government
did care for the most vulnerable in the community, almost every element of his first
Budget demonstrates the opposite, with his own Treasury confirming it will be
Australians on low incomes hardest hit by the Abbott Budget. (20 August 2014)
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Ms Giddings to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that under this Liberal Government and the attitude of the Minister for Health
Hon Michael Ferguson MP, it would have been impossible to have started an opium
poppy industry, an industry that contributes $120 million to farmers in Tasmania as
well as provides pain relief to people around the world.
(2)
Condemns the Tasmanian Minister for Health for not working with interested parties
to pursue a clinical trial of medicinal cannabis in Tasmania, but instead slammed the
door in their faces.
(3)
Notes:—
(a)
the Minister for Health, Hon Michael Ferguson MP could have taken the
time to work with the proponents on any concerns he may have had in
relation to the proposal put to him instead of slamming the door in their
faces before their meeting had even finished;
(b)
Local Government across Tasmania, but particularly in the Southern area
are very supportive of developing a medicinal cannabis industry in their
municipalities to help create jobs at a time when jobs are being lost under
this Liberal Majority Government.; and
(c)
the Huon Valley Council has said two companies have approached them
indicating support to participate in a medicinal cannabis industry.
(4)
Calls upon the Minister for Health to show leadership and at the very least seek
expressions of interest for a proposal to conduct a clinical trial in Tasmania. (20
August 2014)
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Ms White to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
that 4-10 August 2014 was National Homeless Persons Week;
(b)
that sadly 105,237 people in Australia are homeless;
(c)
that of Australia’s homeless 25% are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
Australians and 30 % are born overseas; and
(d)
that in Tasmania there are over 1579 homeless persons.
(2)
Recognises the increasing numbers of youth homelessness with 42% under 24 years
of age.
(3)
Call on all parties to commit to ending the cycle of homelessness. (20 August 2014)
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Ms White to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
that 13 – 19 August 2014 was National Acquired Brain Injury Awareness
Week;
(b)
that the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) estimates that
there are 338,700 Australians (1.9% of the total Australian population) that
have a disability related to acquired brain injury; and
(c)
that of these people 178,000 require daily assistance.
(2)
Recognises that 7,800 or 1.8% of Tasmania’s population have a disability related to
acquired brain injury.
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(3)
(4)
Acknowledges that National Acquired Brain Injury Awareness Week is a further
opportunity for the Acquired Brain Injury community to showcase their services and
products; and recognising a fair go in the workplace.
Calls on all parties to support the National Acquired Brain Injury Awareness Week.
(20 August 2014)
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Ms Ogilvie to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises the critical importance of Pinnacle Road on Mount Wellington which
ensures free whole of community access to Mt Wellington.
(2)
Notes:—
(a)
that over time Pinnacle Road has been subjected to significant wear and tear
and becomes impassable in snow; and
(b)
the road, constructed in the 1930s as a major infrastructure project of ground
breaking importance in its time, ought to be restored and brought up to
modern standards and requires an urgent upgrade.
(3)
Agrees that no toll will be placed on the road.
(4)
Notes that the road requires urgent and immediate investment to ensure a free and
safe stay on the mountain can be enjoyed by all.
(5)
Agrees that this key public asset be properly maintained to provide a continuing and
free day out on Mt Wellington. (20 August 2014)
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Ms O’Byrne to move—That the House:—
(1)
Calls on the State Government to sign up to the Safe Schools Coalition Program
which is being rolled out across Australia.
(2)
Notes that program stems from the work of State Schools Coalition Victoria, a
Victorian Government funded program which operates in some 132 schools across
Victoria and aims to build confidence and capacity amongst educators in Australian
schools to address bullying due to a person’s sexuality or gender identity.
(3)
Condemns Family Voice Australia’s vile attack on a more inclusive education system
where the organisation equates a more sensitive approach to gender in schools to
‘encouraging anorexia’ and referencing a 40 year old study to support its argument.
(4)
Recognises that gender and sexually diverse young people, like all young people are
entitled to a supportive educational environment, free from prejudice. (21 August
2014)
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Ms O’Byrne to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
that NAPLAN testing is a point of time assessment that informs teachers as
part of the complex learning outcomes and assessment of students;
(b)
that 25 000 Tasmanian students have completed NAPLAN testing with
promising results; and
(c)
that compared to last year’s NAPLAN results Tasmanian students are
closing the gap.
(2)
Recognises Tasmanian students have improved their mean score results from 20132014 in 12 of the 20 assessments, compared to the rest of Australia in 10 of the
assessments.
(3)
Congratulates Tasmanian students and teachers for improving by 1.9 points greater
than the rest of Australia.
(4)
Acknowledges the great outcomes through best practice programs employed by our
educators such as launching into learning. Raising the Bar and 7 Up.
(5)
Further notes the there is still much work to be done, however the Labor Party
acknowledges improvement and will not ignore it unlike the Liberals (18 August
2014 Media release by Hon Jeremy Rockliff MP).
(6)
Calls on all parties to congratulate Tasmanian Students and Teachers for these
pleasing results and wishes them well in their continued improvement in literacy and
numeracy. (21 August 2014)
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The Minister for Women to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that:—
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(2)
(3)
(4)
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on 22 July 2014, the Girls Summit was held in London, kick-starting a
global movement to end child, early and forced marriage and female genital
mutilation (FGM) for all girls within a generation; and
(b)
at the Girl Summit, Australia signed the charter to end FGM and child, early
and forced marriage.
Congratulates the Australian Government on leading a whole-of-government
approach towards the elimination of such practices.
Notes that:—
(a)
FGM is an abhorrent practice and violates human rights. It intentionally
alters and causes harm to female genital organs for no medical reason and
can have serious and long-lasting consequences, including infertility, an
increased risk of childbirth complications, and maternal and infant mortality
during and shortly after childbirth:
(b)
the World Health Organisation estimates that between 100 and 140 million
girls and women worldwide have been subjected to FGM, and each year it is
estimated that an additional three million girls are at risk of being subjected
to the practice globally;
(c)
if current trends continue, some 86 million young girls worldwide are likely
to experience some form of the practice by 2030;
(d)
forced and child marriages entrap women and young girls into relationships
that deprive them of their basic human rights;
(e)
the United Nations report on child marriage in 2012, found that between the
period of 2000-2011, approximately 67 million women between the ages of
20-24 had entered into their marriages before they turned 18; and around
12% of that number were married before the age of 15; and
(f)
alarmingly, if the global trend continues, Human Rights Watch estimates
that 142 million children will be married by 2020.
Calls on all Members of this House and members of the community, to do all that
they can to prevent young girls and women from being subjected to these detestable
practices. (21 August 2014)
The Minister for Energy to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
the remarkable history of Hydro Tasmania and recognises that Hydro
Tasmania is celebrating its Centenary in October, marking the beginning of
the original Hydro-Electric Department in 1914;
(b)
that Hydro Tasmania’s history is a story of vision, imagination, ingenuity,
courage and determination to conquer our harsh interior and carve out our
hydro-electric power scheme of dams, power stations, lakes, creeks, and
canals that continue to serve us today;
(c)
the construction of Tasmania’s extensive system of dams, power stations
and canals has been a primary driver behind Tasmania’s economic and
social development during the 20th century;
(d)
the construction of the power scheme was internationally recognised for its
boldness and ingenuity in a harsh and challenging environment and that
system continues to deliver value to its owners, the people of Tasmania;
(e)
the legacy of the Hydro is not only its engineering and construction feats,
but that it was carved out of the State’s harsh interior by ordinary people
working in extraordinary conditions;
(f)
that thousands of workers toiled on building the power schemes – many of
them displaced by hard economic times, war and strife. They came from far
and wide – even the other side of the world – to make Tasmania their new
home;
(g)
the migrant story in particular, is an important part of Tasmania’s history
and forever changed our community for the better. The legacy of those
people who built the schemes remains strong to this day, which is why
people are front and centre of Hydro Tasmania’s celebrations to recognise
the Hydro’s 100th birthday later in 2014;
(h)
a Centenary event program has been launched as a way of say ‘thank you’
from Hydro Tasmania to the wider Tasmanian community and to celebrate
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the history of the Hydro and recognise the contribution of thousands of
people to building Tasmania’s hydropower system over the past 100 years.
(i)
Hydro’s Centenary event program will include:—
(i)
a travelling public exhibition telling the story of the Hydro and its
people that will visit Launceston, Hobart and Queenstown before
being permanently located at the Tarraleah Village;
(ii)
a special Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra concert at Tarraleah on 8
November 2014;
(iii)
power station tours – a number of power stations will be open to
the public between August and November, with guided tours by
current staff;
(iv)
schools competition to seek the views of young Tasmanians on
how our future energy needs will be met over the next 100 years;
(v)
‘Back to Waddamana’, a family day on 26 October 2014 at the site
of the Hydro’s first power station opened in 1916 (now a museum);
(vi)
supporting the Queenstown Heritage and Arts Festival (10-12
October 2014) – the theme of this year’s event is The Power of
Water;
(vii)
the Hydro’s critically-acclaimed oral history – Ticklebelly Tales –
reprinted and available in bookshops; and
(viii)
further details being announced on these and other initiatives in the
coming months; and
(j)
all Tasmanians are encouraged to participate and learn about our amazing
and rich history of hydro-electricity in Tasmania and the significant impact
of the Hydro on our economic, political and social development over the last
100 years.
Congratulates the Hydro for its Centenary program, a great initiative that reminds
us:—
(a)
of the history of the Hydro and what can be done when we set our minds to
it;
(b)
that the Hydro was the result of many things such as vision, ingenuity,
determination and the skill and sacrifice of its people; and
(c)
that these attributes will hold the business and our State in good stead for the
next 100 years. (21 August 2014).
Ms Giddings to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
Tasman Health Cannabinoids (Tascann) Chair Mal Washer and CEO Troy
Langman met with the Minister for Health Hon Michael Ferguson MP on 1
July 2014;
(b)
this was an informal introductory meeting in order to seek from the new
Government in-principle support for a medicinal trial of cannabis before
spending more resources on formalising a proposal;
(c)
the Minister for Health Hon Michael Ferguson MP slammed the door in the
face of Tascann that very day before any written proposal could be provided
saying that he was not swayed by their case for a trial and he would not
support any medicinal cannabis trial;
(d)
the Minister for Health Hon Mr Ferguson MP has consistently tried to
denigrate Tascann in this House by suggesting they wished to grow cannabis
in an "apple shed", yet it was the Huon Valley Council who suggested to
Tascann they may be interested in the recently vacated Huon Valley
Mushroom Farm to help attract investment and grow jobs in the Huon
Valley; and
(e)
it was Tascann and not the Government, who went to Tasmania Police to
seek advice on suitable security measures for the site in order to ensure a
drug could be grown safely.
(2)
Requests the Minister for Health to inform the House as to whether his advice from
Tasmania Police was that this site could never be made secure or just that the current
site would need significant upgrading of its security?
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(3)
(4)
Calls upon the Government to seek expressions of interest which would be open to
any company, including Tascann, to undertake a clinical study on medicinal cannabis
with appropriate safeguards in place.
Calls upon the Minister for Health Hon Michael Ferguson MP to stop attacking a
potential private investor and open Tasmania up for investment and jobs. (21 August
2014)
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Ms Giddings to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the Country Women’s Association once again affirmed its support for
medicinal cannabis at its State Conference on the 20 August 2014.
(2)
Calls on the Hodgman Liberal Government to support a medicinal cannabis trial in
Tasmania. (21 August 2014)
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Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the comments of the Minister for Health, Hon Michael Ferguson MP on 20
August 2014, where he asserted to this House that there were significant security
concerns around Tasman Health Cannabinoid’s bid to conduct medical cannabis
trials in an “apple shed”.
(2)
Acknowledges his further assertions that the previous Labor/Green government could
have progressed the trials, but did not.
(3)
Understands from the proponents, Tasman Health Cannabinoids Pty Ltd, that:—
(a)
the intended facility was in fact the recently closed Huon Valley Mushroom
Farm;
(b)
the use of that facility had been discussed with Tasmania Police;
(c)
encouragement was given by Huon Valley Council as to the use of the
recently closed mushroom farm for the trial, as it would encourage
employment in the area;
(d)
the proponent met with former Minister for Health, Michelle O’Byrne MP
who then wrote to University of Tasmania Vice Chancellor, Peter Rathjen,
giving the government’s in principle support for a trial, and encouraged him
to engage in discussions with the proponent; and
(e)
since that time, the proponent and the University of Tasmania had been
engaged in positive discussion, with University of Tasmania being
supportive of the clinical study on a fee for service basis.
(4)
Calls on the Minister for Health to:—
(a)
apologise for his comments that misled Parliament; and
(b)
noting the aforementioned support from all sectors, to reverse his decision
and approve the proposed medical cannabis trial in Tasmania in the interests
of compassion and common sense. (21 August 2014)
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Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Acknowledges the importance of China as a vital trading partner for Tasmania, and
its key role as a lucrative and growing export market for Tasmania’s high quality
produce.
(2)
Recognises the significant and established Chinese community in Tasmania along
with the enormous economic, cultural and social benefits they bring to the wider
Tasmanian community.
(3)
Collectively condemns the recent comments of Tasmanian Senator Jacqui Lambie as
an insult to the Chinese people and to the Chinese community of Australia.
(4)
Describes her ill-thought outburst as xenophobic, wrong and damaging to Australia’s
relations with China, as well as Tasmanian exporters in the Chinese market.
(5)
Calls on Senator Lambie to acknowledge the hurt and damage she has caused, to
apologise unreservedly for her insulting language towards China and to, in future,
engage her brain before she speaks. (21 August 2014)
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Ms Courtney to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that Friday 25 July 2014 was Schools Tree Day, a nation-wide initiative to
encourage students to learn how to plant and care for seedlings as they grow.
(2)
Further notes that Schools Tree Day is part of Planet Ark’s National Tree Day
initiative and that since starting in 1996, more than 20 million trees, shrubs and
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(4)
grasses have been planted. Each year more than 200,000 people participate in events
run by their school council, community group and even at home.
Recognises the active role Tamar NRM played in Northern Tasmania to assist
facilitating tree planting events to occur at a number of schools.
Congratulates all the students from both Youngtown Primary School and Port
Dalrymple School for their enthusiasm for tree planning and interest in the
environment. (21 August 2014)
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Ms Courtney to move—That the House:—
(1)
Acknowledges that Netball Tasmania works extremely hard to uphold the highest
values of excellence and sportsmanship and is the sport’s peak body, representing 13
affiliations and eight state league clubs.
(2)
Recognises Netball Tasmania and the success of their recent conference, “Explore
Netball”.
(3)
Notes that the Liberal Government is committed to encouraging active lifestyles.
(4)
Draws to the attention of Members that Sydney will be hosting the Netball World
Cup in 2015.
(5)
Further notes that the Liberal Government has committed $30,000 to enable
Tasmania to host pre-competition activities for one to two international teams
competing in the 2015 Netball World Cup.
(6)
Agrees that this will give Tasmanians a fabulous opportunity to witness world-class
players in action and will further encourage participation in this already popular
sport. (21 August 2014)
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Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
Deloitte Access Economics director Chris Richardson’s recent comments
that the was not surprised by Venture’s decision to abandon the Riley Creek
mine;
(b)
the nearby Nelson Bay River iron ore mine owned by Shree Minerals also
went into care and maintenance mode earlier this year, citing economic
conditions; and
(c)
Mr Richardson’s assessment that:—
(i)
the spiralling iron ore price would have been a very significant
factor in the Venture Mineral’s decision;
(ii)
while there is optimism within the state’s political ranks that the
price of ore will come back, there was a general consensus that that
was extremely unlikely, stating that iron ore prices are down, and
chances are they’re staying down;
(iii)
today’s iron ore price was a problem for any mine, or potential
mine, and shipping from the north-west added to the cost;
(iv)
that the entire mining industry only accounted for about 1 per cent
of Tasmanian revenue and that overall it is part of an ongoing
economic challenge to Tasmania;
(v)
that by and large it is a small market, and even in things like iron
ore if there are smaller operations selling to markets that are a long
way away, then economies of scale are part of the equation; and
(vi)
that in a world that’s globalising, transport costs are still something
of a killer for Tasmanian gross prospects.
(2)
Calls on the Hodgman Liberal Government to cease blaming environmentalists for
the lack of a business case for these unviable operations, and get on with identifying
real work and real jobs based on the everlasting value of areas such as the Tarkine
rather than publicly subsidised short term hole in the ground mining activities that
can only exist while governments give false hope to investors whom ultimately lose
their money along with an enormous amount of public cash and wasted departmental
effort. (21 August 2014)
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Mr Booth to move—That the House:—Agrees that the Government should reveal whether or
not it sought Solicitor-General’s advice on the Workplace (Protection from Protestors) Bill
2014 and that the issue is a matter of public importance. (21 August 2014)
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The Minister for Human Services to move—That the House notes that:—
(a)
24-31 August 2014 is National Op Shop Week, an initiative of the Do
Something charity in partnership with the National Association of
Charitable Recycling Organisations (NACRO);
(b)
boosting donations to charity op shops is the aim of the third ‘National Op
Shop Week”. With more and more Australians turning to charity op shops to
find a bargain or to save money on essentials, charity op shops need good
quality donations.
(c)
charity op shops are integral to the fabric of Australian society, with a
significant number of charity community programs funded by the income
derived from charity op shops and their clothing collection bins;
(d)
to make it easier to donate, over 2 100 Australian charity op shops have
been listed on Do Something’s OpShopWeek.com.au website. Charity op
shops listed on the site include Vinnies, the Salvos, Red Cross, Lifeline, The
Smith Family, the RSPCA, the Asthma Foundation, Anglicare, MS
Australia, Uniting Care, Mission Australia, and many more;
(e)
Tasmanians can support their local charity op shops in three ways by:—
(i)
donating good quality unwanted clothes or goods;
(ii)
volunteering at a shop; and
(iii)
helping op shops to raise money by buying their goods.
(f)
donating clothes is a great way to help the community, while at the same
time giving clothes a second life, and helping the environment by keeping
clothes out of landfill. So we encourage all Tasmanians to dig deep into
their wardrobes and donate good quality clothing directly to their nearest
charity op shop. (26 August 2014)
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The Minister for Human Services to move—That the House notes that:—
(a)
event registrations for International Day of People with Disability are now
open, and can be registered up until 3 December 2014;
(b)
celebrated annually on 3 December, International Day of People with
Disability plays an important role in promoting the inclusion of people with
disability in all aspects of Australian life and encourages support for their
dignity, rights and well-being;
(c)
it is also a day to celebrate the many contributions people with disability
make to our community;
(d)
in 2013, over 750 events were registered by businesses, community groups,
sporting organisations and schools to support International Day of People
with Disability in Australia;
(e)
events can be registered by visiting the International Day of People with
Disability website, www.idpwd.com.au, or by calling 1800 400 385; and
(f)
the Tasmanian Liberal Government encourages people to participate in the
International Day of People with Disability to assist in breaking down
barriers and opening doors to ensure people with disability have the same
opportunities to achieve their goals as any other Tasmanian. (26 August
2014)
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Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
the Third Audit of the Mine Safety Unit and Office of Chief Inspector of
Mines, Worksafe Tasmania, conducted by Professor Michael Quinlan, and
finalised in April 2014;
(b)
the Report details 17 specific recommendations, including that:—
(i)
an additional inspector needs to be appointed with primary
responsibility for quarrying;
(ii)
two current vacant posts should be filled as soon as possible;
(iii)
the need for a qualified coal mine inspector to be addressed; and
(iv)
broader recommendations raising issues over skills sets, salary
structure, and mine safety regulations.
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(c)
(2)
that the Hodgman Government has announced the provision of funding to
increase the current inspectorate numbers from five to six; and
(d)
with concern that the remainder of the Audit Report’s recommendations
have been sent off to yet another Steering Committee, further delaying the
implementation of these important and necessary recommendations until at
least the end of the 2014 calendar year.
Calls on the Hodgman Government to ensure the safety of mine workers and mine
sites is prioritised, and to undertake that the State Budget provides funding for the
implementation of the remaining Audit recommendations as well as further
recommendations which may arise from the work of the newly commissioned Mine
Safety Steering Committee. (26 August 2014)
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Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes Egg Day! Held at the Farm Gate Market in Hobart on Sunday 24 August 2014
where up to 500 people attended to sign petitions against the new labelling system
included in the Tasmanian Primary Produce Safety (Egg) Regulations set to take
effect later in 2014.
(2)
Congratulates Tasmanian Farm and Food Culture for helping to organise the day to
enable small scale producers to highlight the importance of being able to bring fresh
safely handled eggs to market without excessive government fees and red tape.
(3)
Notes that small egg producers, including those with more than 20 chooks in the
backyard, will not be able to supply others with home grown eggs without first
obtaining a licence, lodging a Food Safety Plan, paying to have that plan audited and
finally stamping every individual egg.
(4)
Acknowledges:—
(a)
that in the State’s current economic climate, small scale producers need
government support, not hindrance, to enable any extra income to be derived
from the sale of home grown produce;
(b)
that small scale egg producers are held in high regard in terms of standards
of animal welfare, food safety and biosecurity by their many customers
State-wide; and
(c)
the vision and commitment of Tasmania’s small producers who are driving
Tasmania’s burgeoning local food culture, which underpins our unique
clean, green brand.
(5)
Recognises that laws passed in both Victoria and New South Wales allow for larger
flock sizes and an exemption for small scale produces.
(6)
Notes that some small scale egg producers have already been driven out of the
market, with more to come, in particular if laws surrounding the sale of caged eggs,
and proposed by the Liberal Government are passed.
(7)
Calls on Minister for Primary Industries and Water, Hon Jeremy Rockliff MP to:—
(a)
consult with small scale egg producers and importantly, take heed of their
feedback; and
(b)
ensure the Liberal’s well-work policy of ‘slashing red tape’ is adhered to by
introducing new regulations providing for small egg producers with up to 50
chooks or other avian species an exemption from onerous, costly and
unnecessary regulations. (26 August 2014)
238
Ms O’Byrne to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
that according to Australian education Union modelling the Hodgman
budget cuts will severely impact upon school staff;
(b)
that 29% of classroom teachers will receive a wage cut of between 5.3% and
12.9% next year;
(c)
that 40% of teachers assistants will receive a wage cut between 6% and
8.1% over the next two years; and
(d)
that 267 teachers in their 1st, 2nd or 3rd year of teaching will receive a wage
cut of between 29% and 36% over the next three years.
(2)
Condemns this savage attack on educators which will impact on staff retention and
learning outcomes for Tasmanian students. (26 August 2014).
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239
Ms Ogilvie to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
the principle of horizontal fiscal equalisation as a key pillar supporting our
great Federation of Australian States and Territories;
(b)
the fundamental importance of the principle of horizontal fiscal equalisation
which addresses the vertical fiscal imbalance created by the vesting of
taxation rights in the Federal Government; and
(c)
as a corollary of that, the efforts of the current government (encouraged by
certain mainland states and territories), to reduce funding to Tasmania by a
possible reduction of GST or other taxation based revenues into our great
State.
(2)
Resists such backward, unfair and discriminatory attacks on Tasmania.
(3)
Recognises that state pride has been impacted by consistent negative commentary on
the matter that Tasmania will not accept an austerity programme, and that damage to
our fine State’s reputation cannot be easily remedied, once inflicted. (26 August
2014)
240
Ms Ogilvie to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
the retrograde and regressive steps taken by the Government in relation to
intensive farming practices particularly battery egg farming;
(b)
the acceptance and imprimatur given by this Government to disgraceful,
barbaric and unhealthy methods of egg production for human consumption
and the unacceptable methods of hen farming to meet that end, when
considered in the light of modern, cruelty-free standards; and
(c)
the large number of communications received by Members of Parliament
from animal rights activists expressing their dismay at the plight of hens
subjected to battery farming operations.
(2)
Clearly articulate a plan to move Tasmania towards a fairer, less cruel method of egg
production and hen farming that speaks of 21st century methods and a more healthy
and just attitude to livestock and food production. (26 August 2014)
241
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Acknowledges the work of previous Labor/Green government in its promotion of a
cruelty-free Tasmania and the Tasmanian brand in their moves towards a complete
phase out of battery hen farms in Tasmania.
(2)
Notes the work of activist groups, such as Animals Australia and Brightside Animal
Sanctuary, in engaging and educating Tasmanians about the miserable lives of hens
imprisoned as simply units of production in battery farms.
(3)
Condemns Treasurer, Hon Peter Gutwein MP for his decision a few short weeks after
taking office to scrap the Treasurer’s Instruction requiring government departments
to purchase only cruelty free eggs, a move that promotes animal cruelty.
(4)
Acknowledges the Egg Labelling and Sale Bill 2013 that passed the House of
Assembly last year, if enacted would enable all Tasmanians to be able to make an
informed, cruelty-free choice at the checkout.
(5)
Calls on the Hodgman Liberal Government to acknowledge the market direction
towards cruelty free produce by:—
(a)
reversing Treasurer Gutwein’s decision to scrap the purchasing policy on
cruelty-free eggs;
(b)
recalling the Egg Labelling and Sale Bill 2013, to the House of Assembly so
it can then be considered by the Legislative Council; and
(c)
Giving in-principle support to a legislated ban on battery hen farming in
Tasmania. (26 August 2014)
242
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises that National Op Shop Week runs from 24 August – 31 August 2014.
(2)
Understands that National Op Shop Week is an initiative of ‘Do Something’ who run
programs across Australia, encouraging people to do small things within their
communities that compound to make a greater change.
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(3)
(4)
(5)
Acknowledges that the purpose of National Op Shop Week is to boost sales and
donations of quality clothing and household goods to op shops, which are not only a
recycled and sustainable option for us all, but also give back to charitable
organisations.
Notes that the Federal Abbott Budget will increase the financial stress on many in our
more disadvantaged communities, and that op-shopping will often be their only
option for household goods and clothing for their family.
Calls on all Members of the House to show their support for the work of our
charitable organisations such as St Vincent de Paul, the Salvation Army, Red Cross
and Lifeline, the volunteers who support them and the Tasmanian families they
support by:—
(a)
donating their unwanted, good quality household goods and clothing to their
nearest Op Shop; and
(b)
donning their best Op Shop fashion this Budget Day, Thursday 28 August
2014, a day when the hardship felt my many disadvantaged Tasmanians,
already reeling from the first Abbott Budget, is almost certain to be
compounded. (26 August 2014)
244
Ms Giddings to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
Victoria’s Labor Opposition Leader Daniel Andrews has joined NSW
Premier Mike Baird, Deputy Premier Andrew Stoner and Opposition Leader
John Robertson, as well as our own Tasmanian Opposition Leader, Bryan
Green, in giving support for the use of medical cannabis;
(b)
NSW MP Kevin Anderson will introduce a private member's bill in support
of medical cannabis into the New South Wales Parliament; and
(c)
a multi-party group of MPs within the federal parliament, including Liberal
MP’s Sharman Stone and Warren Entsch, are working on a bill to allow
cannabis oil as a medical treatment for epilepsy sufferers, cancer patients
and other life-threatening illnesses.
(2)
Calls upon the Hodgman Liberal Government to:—
(a)
at the very least to join with other states in their support for medicinal
cannabis in Australia; and
(b)
with Tasmania’s proven track record in growing illicit substances to lobby
nationally for the legalising of medical cannabis and for Tasmania to be the
State where it is grown and manufactured. (26 August 2014)
245
Ms Giddings to move—That the House:—
(1)
Thanks the retiring magistrate Don Jones for his twenty years of service on the bench
in the North-West of Tasmania.
(2)
Notes:—
(a)
the comments of Magistrate Jones that courts must retain the ability to
sentence offenders and not have their discretion removed through political
policies like mandatory minimum sentencing;
(b)
Magistrate Jones’ support for suspended sentences where he is quoted in the
Mercury on the 26 August 2014 as saying “Suspended sentences can be a
valuable tool and are not a get-out-of-jail-free card. Sometimes decisions
need to be a bit more creative and we need space to do that. We need to take
individual circumstances into account and to be fair at all times”; and
(c)
Magistrate Jones' fear that the Federal Liberal Government’s attack on
welfare will lead to more crime saying “People will take other courses to
supplement their income if they become desperate, or they will increase
their use of alcohol or drugs to block reality out.” (26 August 2014)
246
Ms White to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
the Hodgman Government wage freeze will have a significant and
detrimental impact on health professionals employed in the Tasmanian
public sector; and
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(b)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
the correspondence that has been issued by the Australian Nursing and
Midwifery Federation (ANMF) to its members which says the Hodgman
Government’s attack on workers is worse than WorkChoices—it breaks
workplace agreements and ends workers’ rights in Tasmania.
Draws attention to the impact of the wage freeze on an ordinary Tasmanian nurse
who is set to lose up to 8% of salary in one year; equivalent to more than a $5,000
wage cut.
Questions how this can be regarded as anything other than a savage attack on
frontline workers in our health system by the Hodgman Liberal Government.
Highlights how the wage freeze and increment freeze is unfair and will result in
Tasmanian Nurses and Midwives being the lowest paid in Australia.
Calls on the Hodgman Liberal Government to stop their attack on frontline health
workers. (26 August 2014)
247
Mr Llewellyn to move—That the House:—
(1)
Considers the mixed messages and comments coming from the Abbott Government,
together with the muted responses of the Hodgman Government regarding changes to
the renewable energy target, to be:—
(a)
a very worrying sign of a lack of commitment by both governments to
reducing carbon pollution;
(b)
a threat to the viability of companies involved in the production of
renewable energy;
(c)
a threat to the tens of thousands of jobs presently involved in the renewable
energy industry;
(d)
a threat to the Australian and Tasmanian economies by ignoring the huge
wealth generating capacity of renewable energy generation; and
(e)
an impost to energy consumers by increasing electricity bills while ignoring
the mitigating effects of renewable electrical energy on expected price
increases in gas and carbon, as shown by the University of NSW’s recent
modelling.
(2)
Condemns the Tasmanian Liberals for sitting on their hands and refusing to stand up
for Tasmania in the face of the present national uncertainty and sovereign risk
surrounding the renewable energy industry. (26 August 2014)
248
Ms Ogilvie to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
the utmost importance and urgency of the completion of the National
Broadband Network (NBN) roll out which supports Tasmania’s important
technology industry;
(b)
the Auditor General’s report into the Government Radio Network (GRN)
and the desirability of establishing a state of the art communications
network; and
(c)
the importance of addressing issues of Tasmania’s unique topography,
business, residential and emergency services needs.
(2)
Agrees a fully functional communications network is fundamental to sustain and
grow Tasmania’s digital future. (26 August 2014)
249
Ms O’Byrne to move—That the House:—
(1)
Congratulates Desiree Johnston for representing Australia as part of the Human
Rights Commission’s delegation at the Conference of State Parties (COSP) in New
York in order to consider the convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
(2)
Notes:—
(a)
that along with Desiree six other young people with disabilities from around
Australia will form a Disabled People’s Organisation aimed at building
working relationships with the Australian Government and delegates from
other countries;
(b)
Desiree is a young woman living with cognitive disability in regional
Tasmania and is currently the elected Members President of Speak Out.
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(3)
(4)
Recognises that the experience at attending the Conference of State Parties (COSP)
will be invaluable in participating in high level disability issues globally.
Calls on all parties to understand and promote the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
(27 August 2014)
250
Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
the original objective of Australia’s Renewable Energy Target (RET)
scheme was to increase the use of renewable-based energy by 20% by 2020;
(b)
recent debate in the media surrounding the RET, including calls by industry
associations to cut back investment in renewable energy;
(c)
that the 2014 Jacobs report indicates national reduction of large scale
renewable energy could increase profits by as much as $8 billion to coal
generators, and $2 billion to gas generators, yet energy prices will continue
to rise;
(d)
the report indicates there will be an additional 150 million tonnes of extra
carbon pollution nationally by 2030, and 240 million tonnes by 2040;
(e)
that electricity transmission charges have more than doubled over the past 5
years for Tasmanian businesses.
(2)
Recognises:—
(a)
Tasmanian businesses source most of their energy from renewable hydro
and wind, with forward estimates indicating that the State has sufficient
installed generation capacity to meet needs until 2035;
(b)
that with some ‘big picture’ businesses, such as smelters, set to downscale
operations in the future, there will likely be an excess of energy transmitted
to the grid;
(c)
that any further investment in renewable energy source infrastructure,
including a second Basslink cable, needs to be closely scrutinised and the
business case analysed to ensure the outlay does not exceed the profitability.
(3)
Calls on Premier Hon Will Hodgman MP to establish a tripartite delegation to lobby
his Federal counterparts to retain the RET, and ensure they are not hoodwinked by
large-scale power companies and industry associations into reducing the national
investment in the RET scheme. (27 August 2014)
251
The Minister for State Growth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
on 22 August 2014, the 2015 Employer of Choice Awards were launched at
the Hotel Grand Chancellor;
(b)
the Government has extended an invitation to new and existing, large and
small, businesses in Tasmania, to strive to be an Employer of Choice and
apply to be formally recognised as an Employer of Choice in 2015;
(c)
since 2006, a total of 56 Employers of Choice, with over 11,000 employees
collectively, have been recognised for demonstrating contemporary
workplace practices and outstanding support for staff.
(d)
Employers of Choice:—
(i)
demonstrate vibrant, contemporary and flexible work practices and
places;
(ii)
help Tasmania to attract and retain highly-skilled, productive and
creative people who drive economic growth and innovation; and
(iii)
help to further enhance the Employer of Choice brand and the
positive benefits that flow to communities across the State from
their business;
(e)
it is a high priority for the Liberal Government to ensure that we have the
workforce we need to address the needs of industry, both now and into the
future, as we achieve our vision for State Growth, being jobs, growth and
opportunities for all Tasmanians. Employers of Choice are leading the way
in this regard; and
(f)
the Liberal Government has a long-term plan for Tasmania, which will see
industry supported, reduced red and green tape, greater facilitation of
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(2)
development, and the economic benefits that flow to communities from the
creation of jobs, growth and opportunity.
Acknowledges and applauds the significant contribution to the Tasmanian economy
made by Employers of Choice, being an investment in their people, processes and
workplace. (27 August 2014).
252
Ms Countney to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
that University of Tasmania (UTAS) hosted the official launch of the
Australian Research Council (ARC) Training Centre for Transforming
Australia’s Naval Manufacturing Industry on Friday 22 August 2014;
(b)
that this initiative is funded under ARC’s Industrial Transformation Training
Centre’s scheme;
(c)
the Training Centre will deliver research outcomes through the development
of postdoctoral and postgraduate candidates in partnership with industry,
university and government; and
(d)
this new facility will add further to the University’s already impressive
research capacity and training in Tasmania, particularly in relation to naval
and maritime design.
(2)
Recognises that as an island, we have an inherent connection with the ocean and is
therefore only natural that we further develop our research and training capacity in
this area, which links directly to one of our key natural advantages.
(3)
Congratulates the University on this initiative and its success in securing funding
through ARC’s Industrial Transformation Training Centre’s scheme. (27 August
2014)
253
Ms White to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
the finding of the Senate Community Affairs Reference Committee’s
inquiry into Out of Pocket expenses which found that the Federal Liberal
Government’s $7 GP tax will have a disproportionate impact on
Tasmanians;
(b)
that in evidence given to the committee in response to questions asked by
Tasmanian Labor Senator, Sen. Catryna Bilyk, the President of the
Australian Medical Association, Brian Owler, told the inquiry, “Tasmania
has a higher burden of chronic disease and smoking rates, and we need to do
more to encourage preventative health care and chronic disease
management. That is why I think the co-payment is probably going to affect
Tasmanians more than it affects people in other jurisdictions”.
(2)
Acknowledges that this evidence and other modelling by other peak bodies and
National Centre for Social and Economic Modelling (NATSEM), indicates many
Tasmanians will be worse off as a consequence of this Federal Liberal Government’s
unfair budget.
(3)
Highlights that the Senate Committee recommended that the Government not
proceed with further co-payments and instead should “undertake a comprehensive
review of the impact of existing co-payments on individuals’ access to health
services and health outcomes” with “particular attention to the impact on the most
vulnerable groups in the community.” (27 August 2014)
254
Ms White to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the efforts of many volunteers at the Dodges Ferry Football Club to support
their local community club week after week, both on and off the field.
(2)
Congratulates the Club for organising a big music event, Wolfe Brothers Rock Sorell,
from 5.30pm on 20 September 2014 to help raise funds for the Club’s activities.
(3)
Notes the event will be hosed at the Sorell Memorial Hall and features three bands
over five hours, with the Wolfe Brothers as the headline act.
(4)
Acknowledges that tickets can be purchased from Moshtix and cost just $30.
(5)
Encourages Members to help advertise this music event to support the work of the
Dodges Ferry Football Club and help spread the work that the Wolfe Brothers will
rock Sorell. (27 August 2014).
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255
Mr McKim to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
Wide Angle Tasmania was established in 2005 to provide training, advice,
equipment and support for film, television and on-line production in
Tasmania;
(b)
that Wide Angle is essential to the development of local talent and
production allowing Tasmanians to gain experience in the industry while
remaining in the state;
(c)
that Wide Angle is the only full equipment hire option in Tasmania for
filmmakers businesses or community groups to source camera, sound, lights
and post-production equipment and that in 2013 it waived $28 000 in hire
fees to support screen production activity;
(d)
that Wide Angle’s initiative, Raw Nerve has seen 17 films produced by
emerging directors in Tasmania since 2008 that have screened at 75 national
and international film festivals, and ABC2 selected all three 2013 Raw
Nerve films to screen nationally in 2014; and
(e)
concern that due to Commonwealth budget cuts, Screen Australia has
announced that Wide Angle’s funding of $80 000 per year will be cut from
the end of 2015 and that this is more than half of Wide Angle’s direct
funding.
(2)
Congratulates Wide Angle in its significant achievements to date.
(3)
Calls on the Hodgman Liberal Government to show commitment to Tasmania’s
important creative industries by working with Wide Angle, and the sector, to ensure
that adequate support is given to Wide Angle to continue to provide all services and
support to the sector that it currently provides. (27 August 2014)
256
Ms Giddings to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
on 26 August 2014 Devonport City Council voted to support a medicinal
cannabis trial in Tasmania;
(b)
comments by former State Liberal candidate, Alderman Leon Perry as
reported in the Advocate on 27 August 2014 where he expressed his bitter
disappointment in the Hodgman Liberal Government for not supporting a
medical trial, saying he could only put it down to personal ideology placed
ahead of benefits for the State; and
(c)
Alderman Perry’s comments where he said, “I’m bitterly disappointed that a
supposedly pro-development, free enterprise, jobs, jobs, jobs State Liberal
Government has let slip a golden opportunity to establish a niche
manufacturing and distribution market for a new product in Tasmania”.
(2)
Congratulates:—
(a)
Alderman Perry for standing up to his party and taking a stand on this
important health and economic issues; and
(b)
former State Labor candidate, Alderman Justine Keay for recognising the
opportunities a medicinal cannabis industry in Tasmania could have for the
local economy on the North West Coast as well as the medical benefits for
constituents like Natalie Daley.
(3)
Condemns the Hodgman Liberal Government for closing the door on business
investment in Tasmania, and using every excuse under the sun to do nothing rather
than be constructive and either work with TasCann or seek interest from the
pharmaceutical industry for a medical trial of medicinal cannabis in Tasmania. (27
August 2014)
257
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that the Royal Hobart Hospital is the State’s major emergency and critical care
hospital.
(2)
Acknowledges that all too often ambulances and paramedics are left parked outside
the Royal Hobart Hospital, caring for patients who cannot be admitted into the
Emergency Unit due to a lack of beds, a practice colloquially referred to as
‘ramping’.
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(3)
(4)
(5)
Understands that on Sunday 24 August 2014, nine ambulances and their paramedics
were left nursing patients outside the Royal Hobart Hospital for the majority of the
day, leaving just three ambulances to service the Hobart locality.
Notes that the day before the State Election then Opposition Leader, now Premier,
Hon Will Hodgman MP wrote a four page letter to the Australian Paramedics
Association, acknowledging that the “unacceptable practice of ramping reduces the
ability of ambulance services to respond to other emergency calls”.
Heeds the call of the Australian Paramedics Association General Manager, Craig
Bindley, for the Hodgman Government to stop blaming the previous government and
get on with fixing the problem. (27 August 2014)
258
The Minister for Health to move—That the House:—
(1)
Acknowledges the great work of the Heart Foundation through its Big Heart Appeal,
raising funds for world class research to fight heart disease.
(2)
Notes the Liberal Government’s $50 000 donation to support this worthy cause.
(3)
Acknowledges the toll heart disease takes on Tasmanians, their families and
communities.
(4)
Notes the Liberal Government’s goal for Tasmania to have the healthiest population
by 2025, as outlined in its policy A Healthy Tasmania. (27 August 2014)
259
Ms Ogilvie to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
the importance to Tasmania of our professional services sector;
(b)
that professionals traditionally operating in a small business context,
providing legal, architectural, technical, IT, accounting, consulting, medical,
dental, business, engineering and other professional services have not been
treated fairly in relation to State Government procurement;
(c)
the concern of professional services peak organisations in relation to the
export from Tasmania of State Government spending and procurement
contracts to mainland firms; and
(d)
in particular the high level of skill and expertise currently held within the
local legal profession; local barristers and solicitors, many of whom have
had national and international experience.
(2)
Considers whether there is any good reason why the State Government’s legal
procurement budget continues to favour major interstate law firms.
(3)
Acknowledges the detrimental impact this state of affairs has on the professional
ability to afford to recruit and retain graduates and ensure strong professions within
Tasmania and the ongoing employment of our young people. (27 August 2014)
260
Ms Giddings to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
concern with the reliability of medical cannabis on the black market, with
some being found to have no cannabis content and others with varying
Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) levels;
(b)
this highlights the need for urgent action to be taken by all State and Federal
Governments to legalise and properly regulate the medical cannabis
industry.
(2)
Calls on the Minister for Health to show leadership and provide a commitment to the
House to raise this matter as a matter of urgency with all other Health Ministers to
hasten action on progressing further clinical trials in Australia and legalising medical
cannabis. (28 August 2014)
261
Ms Giddings to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
Tasmanian Police already have the power to arrest and charge protestors and
the courts to fine or imprison protestors in the workplace under the Work
Health and Safety Act 2012;
(b)
embarrassingly the Government in the Legislative Council has moved to
have their anti-protest laws referred to committee to enable belated public
consultation to occur;
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(c)
(2)
(3)
the arrogance of the Hodgman Liberal Government in denying the public the
chance to have been consulted prior to the debate in the House of Assembly
which would have helped to inform the debate.
Condemns the Hodgman Liberal Government for guillotining the debate in the Lower
House, thereby denying Members the chance to properly scrutinise and debate the
issues contained in the Legislation.
Notes that the Legislation has been bungled, is unnecessary and should be scrapped.
(28 August 2014)
262
The Premier to move—That the House notes:—
(1)
The State Budget released on 28 August 2014, delivers all the Government’s election
commitments, commences the task of repairing the budget mess left by the former
Labor-Green Government and lays the foundations for the future, including that the
Government has cut $450 million from the $1.1 billion in cumulated deficits Labor
and the Greens left the State with, whilst also reducing projected net debt from more
than $400 million to around $50 million.
(2)
The Liberal Budget contains record spends on frontline services including:—
(a)
a record $5.8 billion on education over the forward estimates;
(b)
increasing health spending by nearly 5% to a record $1.465 billion in 201415; and
(c)
restoring police numbers to 1228 officers which will see police expenditure
rise to $225 million over the forward estimates.
(3)
That the Budget also provides over $300 million to support State Government
concessions, approximately $180 million of which will be spent helping Tasmanians
with cost of living expenses. (2 September 2014)
263
The Premier to move—That the House:—
(1)
Expresses its deepest regret at the recent death of Mrs Doone Kennedy AO.
(2)
Recognises the significant contribution Mrs Kennedy made to Tasmania, and
particularly the City of Hobart as an Alderman and as its first and only female Lord
Mayor.
(3)
Acknowledges Mrs Kennedy’s extraordinary public service was recognised in her
being awarded an Officer of the Order of Australia in 1994 for service to Local
Government and the community.
(4)
Respectfully tenders to Mrs Kennedy’s family its sincere condolences. (2 September
2014)
264
Ms O’Byrne to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the success of the guaranteeing futures program in Tasmanian schools
which:—
(a)
provides programs which assist young people plan, prepare and make
informed choices about their post school destinations;
(b)
supports young people at risk of disengaging from education and training;
(c)
facilitates a broad range of flexible education and training pathways relevant
to young people and to the communities in which they live; and
(d)
provides quality career awareness programs and partner with educational
institutions, peak bodies, organisations and businesses.
(2)
Congratulates the staff on their many successful transitions for young people.
(3)
Condemns the Government for axing 50 staff who provide this valuable role in
schools.
(4)
Calls upon the Government to immediately reinstate the funding for the guaranteeing
futures program to ensure that young people are not abandoned at this crucial point in
their lives. (2 September 2014)
265
Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the Tasmanian Greens MPs’ Alternative Budget Statement 2014-15, which
identifies an alternative Revenue and Savings strategy, and expenditure priorities to
that contained in the damaging Hodgman Budget.
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(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
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Acknowledges that the Greens’ Alternative Budget Statement identifies $635.8
million over the forward estimates from extra revenue raised, and expenditure
savings from the Hodgman Budget with which the Greens would not proceed.
Welcomes the Alternative Budget Statement’s reprioritised total expenditure of $630
million over the forward estimates, which funds all Greens’ costed election
commitments, and covers the 700 identified public sector jobs and 12 month wage
freeze.
Welcomes the fact the Greens’ Alternative Budget Statement 2014-15 would:—
(a)
introduce the long overdue Tasmanian Charter of Rights and
Responsibilities, which is a stark contrast to the punitive anti-protest laws
spruiked in the cruel Hodgman Budget;
(b)
restore the Tasmanian Climate Action Council;
(c)
restore Integrity Commission funding;
(d)
provide additional funding to the State’s eight Community Legal Centres to
cover the gap inflicted by the Abbott Federal Budget cuts;
(e)
fund a feasibility study into establishing a Mine Remediation Centre of
Excellence at Queenstown;
(f)
restore funding to the 10 Days on the Island Festival and the highly
acclaimed Baroque Festival; and
(g)
secure ongoing funding for School Canteen.
Welcomes the fact the Greens’ Alternative Budget 2014-15 tackles the issue of long
term structural reform, including the unfunded superannuation liability.
Supports the Greens’ Alternative Budget Statement 2014-15 allocation of $5 million
for an independent State Finances and Taxation Review, which would:—
(a)
be chaired by an independent person with appropriate expertise, such as Dr
Ken Henry;
(b)
resume the State Taxation Review, previously terminated without resolution
by the Liberal and Labor parties;
(c)
assess the State’s unfunded superannuation liability, develop and provide
options;
(d)
review the total State sector debt, including the State’s Government
Business Enterprises and State Owned Corporations, and its long term
implications; and
(e)
provide recommendations regarding medium and long term structural
reform options to assist in moving the State’s economy to a sustainable
footing, consistent with community needs and expectations. (2 September
2014)
Ms Ogilvie to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
dawn raids have been conducted in Hobart to unilaterally and precipitously
remove for the purpose of deportation an Iranian Tasmanian asylum seeker.
These events are shocking, distressing and deeply insulting to our
democratic foundations;
(b)
said asylum seeker who protested the legitimacy of the removal and
deportation, is now being held in a Victorian detention facility without
access to legal representation. Tasmania in 2014 is not prepared to put up
with secret raids the like of which we have never seen;
(c)
it is a well established principle of international humanitarian law that
persecution on the basis of religious belief is sufficient to establish an
asylum seeker’s refugee status;
(d)
that Christian women and children are currently at the barricades as we
speak in Syria and the Australian Government ought to immediately offer to
bring them here;
(e)
Buddhist, Catholic and Hindu Vietnamese boys in addition to Iranian
Anglican asylum seekers have sought refuge in Tasmania and are seeking
refugee status and that all of these refugees are receiving substantial support
of important organisations and communities including The Society of
Friends; and
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(f)
(2)
the people of Hobart are justifiably horrified by the disproportionate display
of force, the number of officers attending the raid estimated at 15 and the
shadow of secrecy that contaminates the decent people of Tasmania.
Calls on this Government to seek immediate assurances from the Prime Minister and
Minister for Immigration that there will be no more dawn raids. (2 September 2014)
267
Mr Jaensch to move—That the House notes:—
(1)
The University of Tasmania has played an important role as a provider of higher
education and research since 1890.
(2)
The University of Tasmania has released an Impact Statement outlining the
University’s role as an economic driver in Tasmania.
(3)
According to the Impact Statement:—
(a)
the University contributes $1.7 billion to the Tasmanian economy each year;
(b)
1 in 4 Tasmanians has a direct connection to the University of Tasmania;
(c)
the University employed a total of 5900 people in 2013;
(d)
30 000 students are enrolled at the University;
(e)
the University of Tasmania is ranked in the top 2% of universities
worldwide;
(f)
the University of Tasmania is rated at or above world standard in 16 of 21
research fields;
(g)
the University is in the nation’s top ten for research income, attracting $96
million in 2013;
(h)
More than 65 public lectures, forums and graduation ceremonies were held
across its four campuses last year; and
(i)
more than 90 000 students have graduated from the University of Tasmania
since 1890.
(2)
The State Government recognises that the University of Tasmania is an important
driver of regional, economic and community development in our state, and will
continue to advocate the interests of this University, and Tasmania, in the context of
proposed Federal policy changes. (2 September 2014)
268
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Warmly acknowledges the great life and contribution to the City of Hobart of former
Lord Mayor, Doone Kennedy, Officer of the Order of Australia, who has passed
away at the age of 87.
(2)
Recognises that Mrs Kennedy was a pioneer for women in politics, a strong leader in
her community who was on Hobart City Council for 17 years, with ten of those years
as Lord Mayor at a critical time in the City’s development.
(3)
Expresses its respect and admiration for Mrs Kennedy’s commitment and tenacity in
the job as Lord Mayor, and on behalf of generations of Hobart children, its deep
appreciation of her drive to establish the Hobart Aquatic Centre.
(4)
Further expresses its deep condolences to Mrs Doone Kennedy’s family and wide
circle of friends for their loss. (2 September 2014)
269
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises that Tasmania has among the highest prescription painkiller rates – in
particular prescriptions of morphine and oxycodone – and the highest death rate from
prescription oxycodone overdose in the country.
(2)
Further recognises that prescription painkillers can be highly addictive and that they
can and have led to death from overdose.
(3)
Acknowledges that there are scientifically and medically proven alternatives to
conventional prescription painkillers, alternatives that are safe and available in more
than 20 nations worldwide, including 23 U.S. States which have legalised medical
cannabis.
(4)
Notes ground breaking research undertaken by the University of Pennsylvania and
the Philadelphia Veterans Affairs Medical Centre which finds that deaths by
prescription overdose have decreased by an average of 25% in the 23 U.S. States that
have legalised medicinal cannabis.
(5)
Agrees that medicinal cannabis is saving lives in those jurisdictions that have
legalised its prescription and use.
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(6)
(7)
Further agrees that medicinal cannabis not only provides significant relief to people
suffering the effects of chemotherapy, multiple sclerosis and multiple seizures,
HIV/AIDS along with a range of other conditions, it also provides a safe, effective
alternative to prescription painkillers.
Calls on the Minister for Health to acknowledge these facts, the fact that medicinal
cannabis saves lives, and reverse his ideological opposition to a medicinal cannabis
trial in Tasmania. (2 September 2014)
270
Mr Barnett to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that for the first time in decades, the Green tide in Tasmania will be turned
back by the Forestry (Rebuilding the Forest Industry) Bill.
(2)
Further notes that this Bill will see balance return to the stewardship of Tasmania’s
forests after years of Labor/Green lock-ups.
(3)
Acknowledges the devastating effect of the so-called ‘peace deal’ on Tasmania as
outlined in a recent draft report produced by the University of Canberra which notes
that more than 60% of forestry jobs disappeared in the five years to 2013 including a
gutting of the industry in the Southern Midlands which saw the number of jobs in
forestry and associated sectors slashed from 207 in 2008 to just 4 in 2013 and in the
Glamorgan-Spring Bay area which collapsed from 193 jobs in 2008 to just 7 in 2013.
(4)
Notes that this Bill will be a valuable first step in helping such forestry communities
in regional Tasmania rebuild and grow.
(5)
Condemns Markets for Change for plans that they will re-start their campaign to
undermine global opportunities for Tasmanian timber and thus undermine job
opportunities for Tasmanians, particularly those in regional areas. (2 September
2014)
271
Ms White to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes Australia recognises dementia and memory loss throughout the month of
September 2014 with a range of events to help people understand the symptoms and
causes of dementia and to raise awareness of this disease.
(2)
Congratulates the work of Alzheimer’s Australia for continuing to support people
with dementia and their families to understand what is happening to them in the early
stages of diagnosis and as their disease progresses.
(3)
Highlights that there are many causes of dementia and that generally speaking the
disease is most commonly found in people over the age of 65, but it can affect people
as young as 30.
(4)
Refers Members to the website, www.fightdementia.org.au to access a wide range of
material which helps explain the range of impacts dementia can have on a person as
well as provide factsheets to help people understand dementia and memory loss.
(5)
Reminds Members that there is a national dementia hotline, which is 1800 100 500,
which people can call for advice and support.
(6)
Commends Alzheimer’s Australia for their efforts to improve understanding about
this disease throughout Dementia Awareness Month. (2 September 2014)
272
Ms White to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the important community and emergency food organisations like SecondBite,
Foodbank and Produce to the People do right across Tasmania.
(2)
Further notes that SecondBite are currently redistributing approximately 70 000
kilograms of healthy nutritious food every month.
(3)
Acknowledges that in May 2014 generous people grew, baked and gave to Produce
to the People 3 tonnes of broccoli, cauliflower, swedes and cabbage, 722 kilograms
of assorted fruit and vegetables, 60 dozen eggs, 198 loaves of bread, and 240 assorted
rolls supporting 20 schools in the North West and numerous community
organisations.
(4)
Highlights that Foodbank’s Derwent Park warehouse had delivered more than a
million kilograms of food in the last 12 months to 220 welfare organisations across
the State.
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(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Raises concern that there is no funding in the State Budget handed down by the
Hodgman Liberal Government to continue funding the great work these organisations
do.
Raises concern that as a consequence many Tasmanian families in need of affordable,
nutritious food may struggle to access it due to Liberal Government funding cuts.
Highlights that organisations like the Salvation Army and Mission Australia that rely
on accessing affordable and nutritious food from these three providers will need to
find new ways to support the vulnerable people they assist, which will put increased
pressure on their budgets.
Raises alarm that the Federal Government will cut emergency relief funding to
Tasmanian welfare organisation by 26 percent from 1 July 2015 which will further
undermine their ability to support Tasmanians in need.
Condemns the Hodgman Liberal Government for failing to understand the important
role emergency food providers play in our community and the number of families
and organisations who rely on them right across Tasmania. (2 September 2014)
273
Ms Courtney to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that on Thursday 28 August 2014 the Liberal Majority Government delivered
its first budget after 16 years of failure by the Labor and Labor-Green Governments.
(2)
Commends the Government on the work it has done to strike a balance and ensure
that Tasmania’s bottom line is improved as well as stimulating growth in the
economy.
(3)
Further notes that the Government has delivered on all of its election commitments
and delivered on the plan it clearly articulated to the Tasmanian people.
(2 September 2014)
274
Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that the Greens’ Alternative Budget Statement 2014-15, through new identified
savings and reprioritised expenditure, avoids all 700 of the Liberals’ identified public
sector job cuts, and the 12 month wage freeze.
(2)
Condemns the Hodgman Liberal regime for moving to slash the public sector in order
to pay for their own reckless election spending spree with which they bought their
way into power.
(3)
Notes with concern:—
(a)
the Liberals’ Crown Employees (Salaries) Bill 2014 slips in a sneaky and
underhand mechanism to extend the 12 month wage freeze indefinitely by
providing for future changes to the salary of Crown employees through
Regulations; and
(b)
the Crown Employees (Salaries) Bill 2014 also provides for the performance
and exercise of the functions and powers of the Tasmanian Industrial
Commission, and any provisions of the Industrial Relations Act 1984, to be
overridden by Regulations.
(4)
Calls on the Hodgman Liberal government to:—
(a)
abandon these unprecedented attacks on the State’s industrial relations
system;
(b)
undertake to respect the role and independence of the Tasmanian Industrial
Commission; and
(c)
commit to having the respect and fortitude to bring any proposed subsequent
extensions to the proposed 12 month wage freeze to the Parliament to be
subjected to democratic, transparent and accountable scrutiny and debate.
(3 September 2014)
275
Ms O’Byrne to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises that across the State in our child care centres and early learning centres,
staff, children and families celebrated Educators Day on 3 September 2014.
(2)
Notes that this day recognises the high quality education and support provided by
Tasmanian Educators.
(3)
Calls upon the State Government to stand up for quality care and oppose reduction in
quality by their Federal counterparts.
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(4)
Recognises that when it comes to our youngest Tasmanians ‘Quality Matters’. (3
September 2014)
276
Mr McKim to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
that Sunday 7 September 2014 is National Threatened Species Day and that
this date marks the day the last Tasmanian tiger died in Hobart in 1936;
(b)
that over 600 species of plants, vertebrates and invertebrates in Tasmania
are currently listed on the Schedules of the Threatened Species Protection
Act 1995;
(c)
that a significant number of threatened species and ecological communities
in Tasmania are currently listed under the Environmental Protection and
Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (the EPBC);
(d)
that a listing can trigger an assessment and approval process under the
EPBC Act when activities or developments are likely to significantly affect
the threatened species or ecological community;
(e)
that the Commonwealth will be entering into an approval bilateral with
Tasmania so that any decision made by the Tasmanian Government will be
regarded as satisfying approval requirements under the EPBC Act; and
(f)
that State and Local Governments lack the capacity to administer the EPBC
Act and there is no evidence to justify handing over environmental powers
to less well funded, less qualified and less independent State and Local
Governments.
(2)
Agrees that handing control of our environment and threatened species to the State
Government is environmental vandalism, one of the biggest steps backwards in
environmental protection in 30 years and this should be opposed in the name of
future generations. (3 September 2014)
277
Mr Barnett to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes 3 September 2014, is Australian National Flag Day, an annual day specifically
celebrating our national flag.
(2)
Further notes that Australian National Flag Day was officially established in 1996 by
the proclamation of the former Governor-General Sir William Deane and celebrates
the first time the flag was flown on 3 September 1901 over the dome of the
Exhibition Building in Melbourne when then Prime Minister Edmund Barton
announced the winners of a competition to design a flag for Australia.
(3)
Acknowledges the Australian National Flag as Australia’s foremost national symbol
and a unifying and powerful expression of Australian identity.
(4)
Notes that Australian National Flag Day provides all Australians with an opportunity
to reflect with pride and gratitude upon the achievements and qualities of this great
nation since Federation.
(5)
Encourages individuals, community organisations, local authorities, businesses and
schools across Tasmania to conduct flag-raising ceremonies, fly or display the
National Flag on 3 September 2014. (3 September 2014)
278
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that the Hodgman Liberal Budget will cut $210 million from Health over four
years, with $111 million coming from our hospitals, and the remaining $99 million
from cuts to staffing and resources within the Department of Health.
(2)
Understands that these savings will come from freezing the pay of doctors, nurses,
allied health workers and every other public servant who works in our hospitals, by
not renewing contracts and by making positions redundant and agrees this will
impact on front line services in Health.
(3)
Acknowledges that from 2017, the Federal Government will begin carving funds out
of the State Budget, with the estimated impact on Health alone expected to be $1.77
billion over the next decade.
(4)
Anticipates that public health funding will be savaged, our hospitals will shed staff,
wards will close and the health of Tasmanians will suffer as a direct result of the
combined Abbott and Hodgman Liberal Budgets.
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(5)
Calls on The Minister for Health, Hon. Michael Ferguson MP to put the health and
wellbeing of Tasmanians before pork-barrelled promises and cheap politics, be up
front with Tasmanians that Liberals, State and Federal, are gutting public health, and
admit to having no long term plan for the sustainability of the Health system in
Tasmania. (3 September 2014)
279
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that the Tasmanian Community Fund was established by law in 2005 to ensure
the proceeds of the sale of the Trust Bank were disbursed through an annual grant
process to the benefit of communities in Tasmania.
(2)
Recognises that the Tasmanian Community Fund Board independently and
rigorously assesses grant applications to ensure funds are focussed on community
development and allocated to groups and organisations in areas of need.
(3)
Acknowledges that since its establishment the Tasmanian Community Fund has
delivered tangible positive benefit to many community groups in Tasmania, all at
arms-length from government and politics.
(4)
Expresses its thanks to the Tasmanian Community Fund Board for its work on behalf
of the people of Tasmania.
(5)
Notes that:—
(a)
the Hodgman Liberal Government plans to abolish the Tasmanian
Community Fund Board, delivering not only a very modest saving to the
Budget bottom line, but over $6 million a year to be disbursed through the
Premier’s own Department; and
(b)
this Budget measure has caused deep concern in Tasmania’s community
sector who rightly feel it is a recipe for pork barrelling.
(6)
Calls on the Liberals to keep their hands off the Tasmanian Community Fund monies
and reverse this ill-considered, highly political move to abolish the Tasmanian
Community Fund Board. (3 September 2014)
280
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Acknowledges the devastating impact of domestic and family violence on women
and children in Tasmania.
(2)
Notes with alarm that the annual Tasmania Police Report shows domestic and family
violence has increased in the north of the State by 10% in the past year.
(3)
Further notes that domestic and family violence in Tasmania is no doubt underreported and this figure is likely to be higher in real terms, pointing to entrenched and
devastating social harm across Tasmania.
(4)
Recognises that poverty and social marginalisation are key risk factors for domestic
and family violence.
(5)
Notes:—
(a)
that Hobart-based support group, Self Help and Empowerment (SHE),
expects the statistics revealed in the Tasmania Police Annual Report and the
harm they represent to increase as a result of the first Abbott Budget’s
impact on disadvantaged Tasmanians; and
(b)
the Greens’ Alternative Budget Statement 2014-15 allocates an additional
$3.2 million across the State’s eight Community Legal Centres, including
the Women’s Legal Centre.
(6)
Calls on every member of the Hodgman Liberal Government to acknowledge the
profound social harm caused by their Federal colleagues and work to ensure the
worst aspects of the first Abbott Budget are defeated in the Senate. (3 September
2014)
281
Ms O’Byrne to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the broken promise of the Abbott Government by delaying increases to
superannuation.
(2)
Recognises the changes will hit the average Australian retirement nest egg by putting
increases in compulsory superannuation on hold for the next seven years.
(3)
Notes:—
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(a)
(4)
(5)
that this move will, according to Industry Super Australia, cost a 25 year old
average income earner around $100,000 over their working life;
(b)
that it is hypocritical for the Federal Government to be concerned about
supporting older members in the community in retirement into the future at
the same time that they legislate to reduce retirement income into the future;
and
(c)
that the Prime Minister said that this 'would put money back into the pockets
of ordinary Australians'.
Requests that the Premier explain what action the State Government will undertake to
put this money back into workers pockets.
Condemns the Federal Liberal Government for yet another broken promise that will
impact harshly on workers. (4 September 2014)
282
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes with the deepest shame that 24 year old Iranian asylum seeker, Hamid
Kehazaei, lies in a Brisbane hospital in a vegetative state after being airlifted from the
Manus Island detention centre.
(2)
Acknowledges media and human rights advocate reports that Hamid Kehazaei
became gravely ill after seeking medical attention, initially denied by staff at Manus
Island, for a cut on his foot which developed into acute blood poisoning.
(3)
Recognises that Hamid Kehazaei, like his fellow detainees, fled his country of birth
seeking a safer, better life here in the so-called ‘Lucky Country’.
(4)
Further recognises that every day on Manus Island due to the cruel and unjust
policies of the Australian Government, detainees are in despair with some selfharming or attempting suicide for they have no hope in the custody of a nation that
shows too little heart towards desperate people.
(5)
Expresses its deep regret and sadness to the family of Hamid Kehazaei for his
suffering and their suffering, while in Australia’s hands, banished as he was to Manus
Island, out of sight but tragically, no longer out of the public’s mind.
(6)
Calls on the Abbott Government to close the offshore prisons which bring heartbreak
to so many and great shame on Australia’s name. (4 September 2014)
283
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
the most recent Treasury month in arrears figures of community poker
machine losses which reveal Tasmanians lost $17, 410, 489 on these
machines for the month of July 2014;
(b)
with concern that this is an increase of $2.7 million from June’s loss
amount, despite there being 12 fewer poker machines in venues during July;
and
(c)
that for the seven months of this calendar year, Tasmanians have lost an
unacceptable $109, 577, 299 on poker machines around the State, yet the
Liberal government continues to turn a blind eye to the human cost these
machines wreak upon Tasmanians, their families and local businesses.
(2)
Recognises that the Greens’ Alternative Budget Statement 2014-15 details a Pokie
Free Transition Strategy and Implementation Plan, which will see a phased out
withdrawal and buy-back scheme commence from 2015-16, at the end of which
poker machines will no longer be permitted to operate in Tasmania.
(3)
Acknowledges the Greens’ Transition plan to remove poker machines, includes the
establishment of a ‘Pokie Transition Adaptation Fund’ which will provide funding
for poker machine buy-outs, contribute to the Consolidated Fund; and provide for a
fair and equitable exit package for the current Deed monopoly holder to be negotiated
by the Auditor General.
(4)
Notes the poker machine phase-out strategy will be cost-neutral to the Crown at the
end of the transition period.
(5)
Calls on all Members to seriously consider the urgent need to implement a strategic
removal of poker machines from the community, as called for by a range of social
welfare organisations, churches, and small businesses. (4 September 2014)
284
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
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(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
Notes the unique relationship between the Tasmanian Parliament and its sister
parliament in Samoa, whom we look forward to hosting later this month.
Understands that the United Nations Small Islands Developing States Conference
(SIDS) was recently held in Apia, Samoa.
Recognises that small island nations are already feeling the brunt of global warming
and rising sea levels, a fact acknowledged by speakers at the SIDS Conference.
Acknowledges that the World Bank has increased its funding for natural disaster and
climate resilient development to small island states from US$145million to
US$190million, due to small island states being some of the most threatened people
and places on the planet as a result of the fossil-fuel addiction of developed nations.
Notes the comments from United Nations Special Envoy on Climate Change and
former United Nations High Commissioner on Human Rights, Mary Robinson, who
addressed the SIDS Conference, saying that what she gleaned from leaders was the
need for a climate agreement and that for too long Heads of State had not addressed
climate change sufficiently.
Urges the Premier, Hon Will Hodgman MP, and the Minister for Environment, Parks
and Heritage – not Climate Change – Hon. Matthew Groom MP, to acknowledge
global warming as a global emergency and think not only of Tasmanians, but of the
lives of our friends and colleagues in small island states, such as Samoa, who need all
the help we can offer.
Calls on the Prime Minister, Hon. Tony Abbott MP, to throw his support behind a
climate agreement at the United Nations Climate Summit in New York on the 23
September 2014. (4 September 2014)
285
Ms White to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) is on Wednesday 10 September
2014.
(2)
Recognises that the 2014 international theme is ‘One World Connected.’ This is to
emphasise the need to connect on every level to prevent suicide.
(3)
Acknowledges the work of Suicide Prevention Australia who is coordinating a range
of events to recognise World Suicide Prevention Day.
(4)
Notes there are three very distinct ways it has structured its WSPD activities to
support this, which are as follows:—
(a)
connect on an individual level. Be a conversation mate and ask your friends,
family and colleagues, R U OK? R U OK Day is on 11 September 2014,
immediately following WSPD;
(b)
help each other to make the connection to the right services at the right time.
That is, being prepared for those individual conversations by being aware of
the services and support available. This is happening through community
and organisation events around the country on and around WSPD; and
(c)
make the connection at a policy and process level. That is, looking at how
we can make the system work for suicide prevention in the best possible
way. On 10 September 2014, the National Coalition for Suicide Prevention
will release an Australian Response Paper to look at the state of play in this
country following the release of the World Health Organisation’s World
Suicide Report.
(5)
Calls on all Members to support the activities listed above, to support one another
and to support our community on WSPD. (4 September 2014)
286
Mr Barnett to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises Australian Rules Football as a favourite pastime for hundreds of
thousands of Australians.
(2)
Notes that Richmond Football Club, commonly known as the Tigers, has successfully
reached the finals of the Australian Football League.
(3)
Acknowledges that this feat was only achieved after the Tigers won nine consecutive
games—their longest winning streak since 1980 when they won 11 matches in a row
and, eventually, the premiership—their last to date.
(4)
Further notes that 2014 is the first time Richmond Football Club has played finals
football in back to back years since 1974/75.
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(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
Acknowledges the roller-coaster ride of despair and joy that Richmond supporters
have endured since their last premiership win in 1980—34 years ago.
Notes the strong local connection with the Richmond Football Club over the years
with club greats Royce Hart, Ian Stewart, Brendan Gale and Matthew Richardson all
hailing from Tasmania.
Further notes that Tasmania will next season host seven AFL matches and hopes to
see North Melbourne and Richmond clash in the newly re-developed Blundstone
Arena.
Looks forward to hearing the club song ‘We’re from Tigerland’ played at the
completion of this Sunday’s elimination final at Adelaide Oval and also over the
Melbourne Cricket Ground on Grand Final day. (4 September 2014)
287
Mr McKim to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
that the Liberal Government is abolishing the Guaranteeing Futures program
and asking hard working teachers to pick up the slack;
(b)
that the Guaranteeing Futures team includes Pathway Planners who work
directly with students, Regional Managers, Youth Transition Officers and
Career Program Co-ordinators all of whom are likely to lose their jobs due
to the Liberal budget;
(c)
that Tasmania’s direct retention rate has improved every year since 2008,
going from 45.7% in 2008 to 58% in 2012;
(d)
that the Report of the Auditor-General “Teaching Quality in Public High
Schools” 2013-14 found that Pathway Planning had positively influenced
students’ attitudes towards continuing education; and
(e)
that Tasmania’s Government school teachers will have to work even harder
and sacrifice some of their core teaching duties to provide the programs and
activities to support young people in our schools.
(2)
Condemns the Liberal Government for gambling with the future of Tasmania’s post
year 10 retention rate, which is showing consistent improvement, by abolishing a
model that demonstrably works. (4 September 2014)
288
Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
with concern that Tasmania continues to lag behind other States when it
comes to modern democratic State-based political donation disclosure
requirements, and still does not have State-based political donations
disclosure laws (other than expenditure caps for candidates contesting
Legislative Council elections);
(b)
that the upcoming October 2014 Local Government elections are underway,
and again without a State-based political donation scheme in place; and
(c)
that in the absence of State legislation the only law which applies is the
Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918, under which donations are not released
publicly until the first Monday of February each year, and currently has a
disclosure threshold of $12, 400.
(2)
Agrees with the proposal, announced and funded in the Greens’ Alternative Budget
Statement 2014-15 for the introduction of State-based political disclosure laws which
include:—
(a)
real time disclosure of political donations, to both parties and candidates, to
be published electronically on a purpose specific website maintained by the
Tasmanian Electoral Commission;
(b)
imposes a cap on the amount that can be donated in any calendar year from
a single individual, or entity, to a political party or candidate;
(c)
an immediate ban on political donations from tobacco and gaming
corporations
(d)
an expenditure cap for individual candidates and registered political parties
contesting House of Assembly elections; and
(e)
an expenditure cap for third party political advertising during election
campaigns;
(3)
Agrees that Tasmanians have a right to go to the polls knowing who has donated
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what to whom, and calls on the Liberal Government to prioritise the introduction of
comprehensive State based political donation reforms. (4 September 2014)
289
Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
with concern the dispute between TasPorts and Bridport-based Furneaux
Freight and the announcement on 3 September 2014 that the shipping
company will no longer conduct wharf activities at Lady Barron on Flinders
Island;
(b)
With grave concern that the Company has terminated their Stevedore
Licence Agreement and will discontinue operations at Lady Barron on the
28 September 2014;
(c)
that the current service is capable of carrying 300 tonnes of freight,
including livestock, has the capacity to ferry up to 12 passengers and has
been commuting to and from the Island on a weekly basis;
(d)
that the Flinders Island community are in dire need of a regular, reliable and
quality transport and freight service;
(e)
with regret the ongoing shipping and freight issues that have plagued
Flinders Island over the past few years and continue to do so, it would seem,
despite the change to a Liberal majority Government; and
(f)
the ongoing interest and concern in the Flinders Island Shipping debacle
over previous terms of government by Liberal Members of the House.
(2)
Calls on the Liberal Government to prioritise doing all that is appropriate to secure
reliable freight services will continue to and from Lady Barron post the 28 September
2014. (4 September 2014)
290
The Minister for Health to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises the many ways in which Tasmanians came together for Daffodil Day on
Friday 22 August 2014 to raise funds to support the Cancer Council.
(2)
Notes that, to date, Tasmanians have generously donated $63,000 and rising in
response to Daffodil Day, and this figure will continue to grow as donation boxes are
collected.
(3)
Acknowledges the terrible toll that cancer takes on individuals, their families and
communities.
(4)
Commends the valuable work that the staff and dedicated volunteers of the Cancer
Council do to:—
(a)
provide high quality support services for people with cancer, their families,
carers and friends;
(b)
invest in cancer prevention programs which educate the community about
lifestyle factors that can decrease their cancer risk; and
(c)
advocate for the needs of those affected by cancer.
(5)
Encourage Tasmanians to continue to support the vital work of the Cancer Council
Tasmania wherever possible. (4 September 2014)
291
Ms O’Byrne to move—That the House:—
(1)
Congratulates the Manager of the Northern Suburbs Community Centre, Denise
Delphin who has this year worked for the Northern Suburbs Community for 25 years.
(2)
Notes that:—
(a)
Denise began as a volunteer at the Community Centre as it was just starting
off 31 years ago; and
(b)
Denise is committed to not just meeting existing community needs but
identifying opportunities for growth and capacity building for the Northern
Suburbs Community.
(3)
Recognises that her success is in no small part due to her kind heart, strong work
ethic, delightful sense of humour and positive outlook on life.
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(4)
Looks forward to Denise’s continued service and notes that the Northern Suburbs
Community is stronger and better supported due to the work of Denise. (16
September 2014)
292
Ms O’Byrne to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that:—
(a)
no matter what it is called and how it is understood, violence against women
and their children remains a daily reality and lived experience of many. It
not only results in trauma and tragedy, but a continuing need to deal with its
consequences, some of which are fatal;
(b)
according to 2012 Australian Bureau of Statistics data a woman dies at the
hands of a current or former partner almost every week in this country and
that since the age of 15, one woman in every three has experienced physical
violence. almost one in every five has experienced sexual violence; and
(c)
women in Australia are at least three times more likely than men to
experience violence at the hands of an intimate partner and almost half of
the women who had experienced violence by an ex-partner stated children
had seen or heard the violence.
(2)
Recognises that these statistics are not new and that behind them are the personal and
collective stories of women and their children who cannot realise their full potential
as individuals, as citizens, as contributing members of society.
(3)
Notes that research tells us that it is attitudes toward gender roles and power
differentials between men and women that are the most significant factors
determining levels of violence against women and their children and that whilst
blame is laid at the feet of the victim, the police, the legal system and governments
we rarely examine the causal factors in the behaviours of the perpetrators of these
crimes.
(4)
Commends the establishment of “Our Watch” which seeks to drive nation-wide
change in the culture, behaviours and attitudes that underpin and create violence
against women and children. The vision of “Our Watch” is an Australia where
women and their children live free from all forms of violence. Their mandate is to
stop violence before it happens.
(5)
Calls upon the Tasmanian Government to join with the Governments of the
Commonwealth, Victoria, Northern Territory and South Australia in supporting “Our
Watch”.
(6)
Reminds all members that if you know someone who is impacted by sexual assault or
family violence call 1800RESPECT or 1800737732 or visit www.1800
respect.org.au. (16 September 2014)
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The Minister for Women to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that:—
(a)
Friday 5 September 2014, marked the launch of the new national initiative
“Our Watch”, aimed to prevent violence against women and their children;
(b)
to coincide with the launch, “Our Watch” released a video featuring two
very different futures for Australia’s children - the first showing a future
where negative attitudes and behaviour towards women are not changed and
the second, showing a future where women and men are afforded equal
respect and positive treatment;
(c)
the video, which is available online, features many well-known Australians
as well as domestic and family violence survivors who passionately support
the end of violence against women and their children, such as, Shane
Jacobson, Tara Moss, Kelton Pell, and mother of murdered 11 year old Luke
Batty, Rosie Batty; and
(d)
Chair of the “Our Watch” Board and Australia’s Ambassador for Women
and Girls, Ms Natasha Stott Despoja AM, launched the new initiative,
together with its five year plan and strategic priorities to prevent violence
against women and their children as violence against women is a national
emergency, with one woman killed almost every week by a current or
former partner in Australia.
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(2)
Congratulates, “Our Watch” on its latest initiative, as well as its long term vision for
an Australia where women and their children live free from all forms of violence. (16
September 2014)
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The Minister for Women to move—That the House Notes that:—
(1)
On Tuesday 2 September 2014, the Inaugural Thiess Women in Resources National
Awards were held which recognise and celebrate the contributions and achievements
of women in Australia’s resources sector.
(2)
Congratulates, Katherine George, on being named Outstanding Australian
Tradeswomen, the only Tasmanian to do so.
(3)
In 1980, at the age of 19 Katherine was employed as the first ever female at the
Electrolytic Zinc Company, now Nyrstar.
(4)
More than 30 years on, Ms George is now owner and managing director of Total
Instrument Controls, which monitors processes within the State’s mines and at Boags
and Cascade Breweries, Grange Resources and TasWater.
(5)
These awards are another valuable tool to create nation-wide awareness of women in
the industry as well as to encourage other women to consider it as a career path, and I
again congratulate Ms George on her exceptional achievement, and my very best
wishes for her future endeavours. (16 September 2014)
295
The Minister for Women to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that:—
(a)
on 6 September 2014, the annual “Be Her Freedom” event was held in
Hobart, with over 600 women in attendance, raising over $50,000 in support
of the A21 Campaign;
(b)
the A21 campaign recognises that the victims of trafficking are
predominantly women and young girls, forced to work as prostitutes to meet
the demand of the sex industry around the world;
(c)
this fundraising event was focussed on rescuing trafficked women and
children from brothels and pimps in Thailand. National director, Adrian
Feben stated that the demand for these women is high and fuelled by men
who are able to cross borders, including Australian men who go on sex tours
of Thailand;
(d)
the “Be Hers” was founded by a group of girlfriends who were shocked
upon hearing of the size and scope of modern day slavery, and therefore felt
compelled to do more;
(e)
since its inception some five years ago, $150,000 has been raised, as well as
an immeasurable amount of awareness regarding the issue of human
trafficking and the need for this to be brought to the forefront of the world’s
attention;
(f)
according to the A21 Campaign, there are more slaves in the world today
than at any other point in human history, with an estimated 27 million in
bondage across the Globe.
(g)
men, women and children are being exploited for manual and sexual labour
against their will. The average age of a trafficked victim is just 12 years;
(h)
every thirty seconds, someone is forced into this type of bondage which is
nothing short of modern day slavery, with only 1-2% of victims ever
rescued and only 1 in 100,000 traffickers ever convicted;
(i)
the A21 Campaign wants to abolish this injustice through prevention,
protection, prosecution and strategic partnerships across the Globe; and
(j)
human trafficking can be prevented and with the right tools we can
empower young men and women to protect themselves and their friends,
and get help when needed. It is important that Commonwealth, State and
Territory Governments work cooperatively in order to ensure Australia’s
anti-human trafficking framework remains strong.
(2)
Congratulates, Melody Towns and the organising committee of “Be Her Freedom”
on their continued success and fundraising efforts, in raising awareness of this
abhorrent practice. (16 September 2014)
296
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
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(1)
(2)
(3)
Notes:—
(a)
that Tasmania’s European heritage is a strong part of our cultural identity
and a core element of Tasmania’s brand;
(b)
that Tasmania has the richest historic cultural heritage of any Australian
State or Territory, a fact we should all be proud of; and
(c)
with deep concern that the Hodgman Liberal Government plans to remove
1,653 properties from the Heritage Register, thereby removing their
legislative protection.
Agrees that this is the high price of the “open for business” mantra and that the
Hodgman Liberal Government seems to know the price of everything and the value
of nothing.
Calls on the Minister responsible for Heritage protection, Hon. Matthew Groom MP,
to uphold his responsibility and reverse the decision to gut Tasmania’s Heritage
register. (16 September 2014)
297
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Commends the hundreds of compassionate Australians who, for 87 days straight,
used the powerful vehicle of social media to plead for McDonalds Australia to cease
its use of battery cage eggs.
(2)
Notes the work of Animals Australia, who also aired messages from Australian
children to McDonalds Australia on national television, asking them to choose a
cruelty free option.
(3)
Congratulates McDonalds Australia on choosing the cruelty free option in their egg
purchases, noting that this decision will spare millions of battery hens across
Australia.
(4)
Notes that the Hodgman Liberal Government now is even lagging behind McDonalds
Australia.
(5)
Calls on the Hodgman Liberal Government to acknowledge the market direction
towards cruelty free produce by:—
(a)
reversing the Treasurer Hon Peter Gutwein MP’s decision to scrap the
purchasing policy on cruelty free eggs;
(b)
recalling the Egg Labelling and Sale Bill 2013, to the House of Assembly so
it can then be considered by the Legislative Council; and
(c)
giving in-principle support to a complete ban on battery hen farming in
Tasmania. (16 September 2014)
298
Ms White to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the Minister for Human Services, the Hon Jacquie Petrusma MP’s dismal
performance in Estimates on 10 September 2014 where she refused to answer
questions on matters which impact her responsibilities because they were ‘not in her
portfolio’.
(2)
Finds it extraordinary that the Minister for Human Services would not have a view on
lack of funding for emergency food relief, the prevalence of drug use and the impact
of the Federal Budget on Tasmanians because it is ‘not in her portfolio’.
(3)
Questions where the Minister for Human Services thinks her portfolio ends because
most reasonable people would expect a member of the Government, and especially
the Minister responsible for Human Services, to have a view about how we as a State
address these serious issues.
(4)
Reminds the Minister for Human Services that as much as she might like to pretend
things are ‘not in her portfolio’ the reality is people expect much more from a
Member of the Government.
(5)
Suggests that the Minister for Human Services deal with the matters which impact
her portfolio and if she cannot she should resign. (16 September 2014)
299
Mr Barnett to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises that Sunday, 14 September 2014, was Australian Peacekeepers Day, an
annual day of remembrance for Australian Military and Police personnel who have
served in peacekeeping operations across the Globe.
(2)
Notes that this day will be the 67th anniversary of the United Nations’ first
peacekeeping mission in 1947—an operation which consisted of four Australian
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(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
military officers on the UN Good Offices Commission in the then Dutch East Indies,
now known as Indonesia.
Further notes that since this date, over 66,000 Australian Defence and Police Force
personnel have participated in 73 operations in 64 different countries.
Acknowledges that this year’s event was marked by the unveiling of a plaque at the
Launceston Cenotaph on Sunday, 14 September 2014 recognising the contribution of
Tasmanians to peacekeeping.
Notes that the service of Australia’s peacekeepers will be further recognised on 22
September 2014 when the Governor General Sir Peter Cosgrove will conduct a
Meritorious Unit Citation Investiture Ceremony at Simpson Barracks in Melbourne
for members of the Force Communications Unit who deployed to Cambodia in
1992/1993 as part of the successful United Nations Transitional Authority in
Cambodia (UNTAC).
Pays tribute to the 3,215 multi-national personnel who have died on UN
peacekeeping operations since 1948. (16 September 2014)
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Mr Barnett to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises that 15 September 2014, was Battle of Britain Day, an annual day of
remembrance for those who fought and died in the Battle of Britain, history’s first
entirely aerial campaign and a strategic turning point of the Second World War.
(2)
Notes that the Battle occurred over the United Kingdom between 10 July 1940 and
31 October 1940 between the Air Forces of Nazi Germany and the then British
Empire and Commonwealth.
(3)
Further notes that Allied success in the Battle was pivotal in seeing the planned
seaborne invasion of the United Kingdom by Hitler’s Germany cancelled, allowing
the British Isles to eventually become the springboard from which the invasion of
occupied Europe was performed, leading to the liberation of millions under Nazi
oppression.
(4)
Pays tribute to ‘The Few’, as Winston Churchill immortally named the fighter pilots
fighting in the skies over Britain, for their service, courage and sacrifice, including
more than thirty Australians, 14 of whom died in the Battle including Flight
Lieutenant Stuart Walch, of Hobart, who attended the Hutchins School before joining
the RAAF.
(5)
Acknowledges that over the past weekend, a memorial service commemorating the
Battle was held at St David’s Cathedral and a wreath laying service at the Hobart
Cenotaph with representatives from the Australian Defence Force, foreign militaries,
ex-service organisations and all levels of Government attending. (16 September
2014)
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Mr Shelton to move—That the House:—
(1)
Congratulates the committee for work completed so far on the feasibility study as a
first step in potentially securing the HMAS Tobruk upon its decommissioning as a
dive wreck attraction for the East Coast.
(2)
Notes:—
(a)
that the HMAS Tobruk (L50) is a Landing Ship Heavy of the Royal
Australian Navy, which has served the Australian Navy for more than 30
years;
(b)
that in 2016, it is hoped that the ship will become Tasmania’s first Naval
dive wreck and be one of world significance;
(c)
that the use of ex-naval vessels as artificial dive reefs is most popular
worldwide with recreational divers. Across Australia, there are at present six
ex-RAN naval wrecks, which attract a wide range of divers, domestic and
international visitors;
(d)
that this is an exciting prospect for the region which will continue to build
on its already strong reputation and offer new tourism options;
(e)
that the St Helens Chamber of Commerce and Tourism have for some years
been interested in the feasibility of sinking a substantial dive wreck in the
local area;
(f)
that the announcement that the HMAS Tobruk would be decommissioned in
mid to late 2015 came at the right time as this vessel appeared ideally suited
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(3)
to the project and perfectly serves the requirement of a recreational dive
wreck in both size and structure;
(g)
that in 2013 the World Tourism Organisation suggested that dive tourism
will soon be as important as ski and snow tourism;
(h)
that Skeleton Bay experiences relatively good in-water visibility ranging
from –10m to 30m depending on the time of the year and prevailing weather
conditions;
(i)
that there is a variety of existing dive sites, or potential dive sites within the
bay and surrounds. The coast is fringed by granite boulders, which provide
interesting underwater topography and host a diverse marine community.
(j)
that should the HMAS Tobruk be sunk in Skeleton Bay, these fringing reefs
provide suitable shallower sites for follow-up dives;
(k)
that the total forecast annual benefit is expected to range from $3.74 million
(after the first year of operations) growing to $7.29 million in 2035: and
(l)
that the proposed development of a new artificial dive reef off St Helens,
utilising the ex-HMAS Tobruk, will be a major economic development
incentive for the local economy, in general, and for the town’s waterfront
precinct, in particular.
Calls on all Tasmanians to get behind this exciting project and the Federal
Government to look positively on making Skeleton Bay the permanent resting place
for HMAS Tobruk. (16 September 2014)
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Ms Giddings to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
questions in Estimates Committees from 8 to 11 September 2014 exposed
the atrocious planning appeals amendment the Hodgman Liberal
Government is pursuing, which will treat appellants at a tribunal as if they
were criminals in the Supreme Court by awarding costs against the losing
party;
(b)
costs may include the cost of legal representation as well as the cost of any
experts the opposing party brings into the tribunal to support their
development, including engineers, planners and architects;
(c)
the threat of having to pay the developers costs is aimed to dissuade
neighbours from pursuing their rights to appeal to the Tribunal as there is a
great risk that that person may be sent bankrupt if costs are of a high
magnitude;
(d)
this puts too much power into the hands of wealthy developers who could
threaten to employ expensive experts to pressure an appellant from pursuing
their right to appeal; and
(e)
the Minister for Planning and Local Government, Hon. Peter Gutwein MP
argued that as all parties will have had a chance to have their views heard
through the Council process, it is okay to dissuade an appeal by threatening
costs.
(2)
Condemns the Hodgman Liberal Government for trying to curtail the right of a
neighbour to protect the value of his or her property by using a heavy hand to limit
appeals in Tasmania. (16 September 2014)
303
The Minister for Human Services to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
on Saturday 13 September 2014 The Minister for Human Services, Hon.
Jacquie Petrusma MP joined with hundreds of Tasmanians to take part in the
annual St Giles’ ‘Walk With Me’ fundraising walk in Hobart;
(b)
‘Walk With Me’ is a chance to celebrate the achievements of Tasmanians
living with a disability;
(c)
it is also an important fundraising and awareness campaign for St Giles,
where in 2013 the event raised approximately $26,000; and
(d)
‘Walk With Me’ is an acknowledgement that many Tasmanians’ are
challenged by a disability, and recognises the inspirational attitudes and
achievements of 23% of our population.
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(2)
Acknowledges that it was great to see so many Tasmanians showing their support by
taking part in the walk and helping to raise money. (17 September 2014)
304
The Minister for Women to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that:—
(a)
on 10 September 2014, the National Breast Cancer Foundation launched a
new report highlighting the reality of breast cancer in women under 40;
(b)
the evidence-based report is complemented by an online hub,
800youngwomen.org.au, where young women are encouraged to download
the report and share their breast cancer experiences. The resources aim to
highlight exactly what it means for women under 40 to go through diagnosis
and treatment for breast cancer;
(c)
the report at a glance, found that:
(i)
nearly 800 young women will be diagnosed with breast cancer each
year in Australia – that is more than 2 women each day. By 2020,
830 young women are predicted to be diagnosed with breast cancer
in Australia each year;
(ii)
in 2010, 14,181 women were diagnosed with breast cancer in
Australia; 767 of these were women under 40 years old; and
(iii)
young women tend to think they are ‘bullet proof’. They are often
fit and active, with no discernible risk factors. Because of this,
receiving a diagnosis of breast cancer comes as a huge shock to the
young woman, her family and friends; and
(d)
the report acknowledges and addresses six key issues identified by young
women themselves: detection and diagnosis; employment, career and
finances; self-image and sexuality; fertility and childbearing; fear of
recurrence, feeling isolated and impact on relationships.
(2)
Encourages all young women in Tasmania to download the report and read about the
powerful and personal experiences of breast cancer.
(3)
Congratulates the National Breast Cancer Foundation on its latest research publication,
as well as its continued commitment to raising awareness of breast cancer, and their
fundraising efforts towards prevention and cure. (17 September 2014)
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The Minister for Women to move —That the House:—
(1)
Notes that:—
(a)
Liptember is a national campaign, similar to Movember, raising funds and
awareness for women’s mental health during the month of September, 2014;
(b)
the campaign encourages women to openly communicate and familiarise
themselves with gender specific mental health issues;
(c)
all funds raised during the month of September 2014 are donated to the
Centre for Women’s Mental Health and Lifeline;
(d)
Liptember is all about having fun with lipstick, for a serious cause;
(e)
women can register their participation online and have family, friends and
co-workers sponsor them for committing to wear the Liptember lipstick
throughout September, 2014;
(f)
one in five (20%) of Australians aged 16-85 experience a mental illness in
any year;
(g)
alarmingly, almost half (45%) of Australians will experience a mental
illness in their lifetime;
(h)
research has found that the prevalence of some psychiatric disorders,
particularly mood, anxiety and eating disorders, is greater in women than in
men; and
(i)
national campaigns such as Liptember will go a long way towards
increasing the knowledge about the importance of women’s mental health
issues.
(2)
Congratulate everyone involved in this initiative. (17 September 2014)
306
Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Acknowledges with deep sadness the passing of Deputy Mayor of Launceston City
Council, Jeremy Ball.
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(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
Remembers Jeremy for his exuberant nature, his outrageous sense of humour and his
all-encompassing love of live and Tasmania.
Honours Jeremy for the work he did over the years for Launcestonians and
Tasmanians alike, with his advocacy around the pulp mill, pokies, refugees and
sustainable transport, to name but a few.
Further notes his advocacy also reached national and global issues, such as climate
change and world peace.
Sends the Parliament’s condolences to Jeremy’s friends and family, whom he loved
so dearly – to his wife, Karina, their two beautiful boys, Griffin and Jasper and his
loving parents John and Caroline – for whom he worked every day to make Tasmania
a better place.
Notes that Tasmania lost one of its brightest and best who will be missed in every
section of the community. (17 September 2014)
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Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Acknowledges that on 17 September 2014 Fiji will hold its first general election
since the military coup in 2006.
(2)
Notes the excitement and apprehension of the Fijian people, who will be free to visit
the Ballot Box for the first time in 8 years, albeit with still many strict regulations in
place on candidates and campaigning.
(3)
Recognises that Fiji is a predominately patriarchal society, but that girls are
beginning to stay longer in school, women are becoming more involved in
community organisations, leadership and standing for public office.
(4)
Understands that of the 249 candidates running in the election on 17 September
2014, 44 of them are women.
(5)
Notes the importance of women in leadership roles in their communities and in the
Parliaments of the Pacific region in which women make up just 4% of Parliamentary
representation.
(6)
Congratulates Fiji on its first step towards its democratic and more egalitarian future,
and collectively wishes for a strong, positive vote for more democratic governance in
Fiji. (17 September 2014)
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Mr McKim to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that in an historic referendum on 18 September 2014 the voters of Scotland
will decide whether to remain a part of the United Kingdom.
(2)
Further notes that 16 and 17 year old Scots are eligible to cast a vote in the
Referendum.
(3)
Agrees that extending the youth franchise in Tasmania by providing 16 and 17 year
old Tasmanians with the option of enrolling to vote would strengthen our democracy,
help engage more young people in the political process, and provide more young
Tasmanians with the opportunity to have a say in their future. (17 September 2014)
309
Mr McKim to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that:—
(a)
NBN Co Chief Executive, Bill Morrow, has confirmed that many
Tasmanians who were promised fibre to the premises prior to the last
election will now either not have access to fibre to the premises, or will have
to pay extra for it;
(b)
Tasmania’s first-mover advantage to have a full rollout of the National
Broadband Network (NBN) completed by the end of 2015 has been lost,
jeopardising jobs and prosperity for generations to come, and missing out on
an opportunity to consolidate a major competitive advantage for
Tasmanians;
(c)
the Liberals farcical plan to have yet another ‘trial’ using the power pole
network was unnecessary and a political stunt, as numerous fibre to the
premises connections had already been delivered using overhead
infrastructure;
(d)
Fibre Servicing Area Modules in Tasmania are not being declared ‘ready for
service’ as there are no resources to connect customers; and
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(e)
(2)
the Liberals have broken their promise to Tasmanians to deliver faster, more
affordable Broadband more quickly, with fibre to the premises for most
homes and businesses.
Calls on the Premier, Hon. Will Hodgman MP to explain to his Liberal colleague,
Hon Malcolm Turnbull, MP, that his broken promise is unacceptable, and demand
from Mr Turnbull that he deliver on his pre-election commitments on the NBN. (17
September 2014)
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The Premier to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
the Government’s commitment to supporting Men’s Sheds in Tasmania and
increasing their capacity to provide a safe, supportive environment for men
to deliver projects that benefit the greater community;
(b)
that the Government has allocated $555,000 over three years to Men’s
Sheds in Tasmania in the 2014-15 State Budget, including:—
(i)
$375,000 over three years for the Tasmanians’ Men’s Shed
Association Grants Program, which will support capacity building
and the sustainable development of Men’s Sheds in Tasmania; and
(ii)
$180,000 will enable Tasmanian Men’s Shed Association to fund a
project officer and deliver minor marketing activity; and
(c)
the launch of the first round of the new Grants Program where grants are
available for minor works for the expansion of Sheds, the purchasing of new
equipment, as well as for member training and education and that
applications for Round 1 close on 31 October 2014 and a second grant round
will open in February 2015.
(2)
Acknowledge the work of the Tasmanian Men’s Shed Association and the many
volunteers who contribute to the positive activity that occurs in Men’s Sheds around
Tasmania. (17 September 2014)
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The Minister for Women to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that:—
(a)
on Wednesday 17 September 2014, the 2013 National Community Attitudes
Towards Violence Against Women Survey was released;
(b)
the Survey was developed by VicHealth in partnership with the University
of Melbourne, the Social Research Centre and experts across Australia, and
supported by the Australian Government, as part of the National Plan to
Reduce Violence against Women and their Children 2010–2022;
(c)
while there have been sustained improvements since 1995 in a number of
areas, there are other areas in which progress has been minimal, along with
some concerning negative findings, such as an alarming number of
Australians who are ready to excuse rapists and men who control,
intimidate, bash and worse, kill women, with many apportioning blame to
the victim;
(d)
key findings from the survey found in regards to violence against women:—
(i)
64 per cent say it mainly happens because men can’t manage their
anger;
(ii)
43 per cent believe rape results from men not being able to control
their need for sex;
(iii)
22 per cent say it can be excused if people get so angry they lose
control;
(iv)
13 per cent say it mainly happens because men are under financial
stress;
(v)
5 per cent say it is justified if a man’s partner makes him look
stupid or insults him in front of his friends;
(vi)
4 per cent say it is okay when his partner ends or tries to end their
relationship;
(vii)
12 per cent believe if a woman goes into a room alone with a man
at a party it is her fault she is raped; and
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(viii)
(2)
10 per cent think if a woman doesn’t physically resist, even though
she protests verbally, it is not rape.
(e)
importantly, the Report concludes that above all else, the main influence on
Australian’s attitudes to violence against women was their understanding of
the issue and how supportive they were of gender equality. Consequently,
the more Australian’s subscribe to traditional stereotypes about men and
women, the more likely they were to excuse, trivialise or justify violent
behaviour;
(f)
as Victoria Police Chief Commissioner, Ken Lay said, there are no
circumstances where violence against women is understandable or
acceptable, and that men needed to have hard conversations about changing
the language, attitude and misogynist behaviour that lay at the heart of male
violence towards women;
(g)
As VicHealth CEO Jerril Rechter said, a culture that excuses rape and
violence is one that allows it to happen…violence is a choice, not an instinct
and it is never excusable;
Calls on all Members of this House to condemn these attitudes towards family
violence and sexual assault, and to become champions of change by spreading the
message that violence against women in any form is unacceptable. (18 September
2014)
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The Minister for Human Services to move—That the House Notes:—
(a)
a new Tasmanian Government community education campaign highlighting
the risks of sports betting commenced on Saturday 13 September 2014.
(b)
the campaign targets young men at risk of developing issues with sports
betting and the impact it can have on them;
(c)
most of the campaign will be delivered using digital advertising, including
Facebook, online sites for the three major Tasmanian newspapers, smart
phones and websites. Print advertisements will also be used;
(d)
the campaign will coincide with the AFL finals, the Spring Racing Carnival
and the beginning of the cricket and A-League seasons and will run to
Friday 12 December, 2014;
(e)
the campaign has been developed in response to research conducted by the
University of Tasmania (UTAS) on the trends and risks of sports betting and
its promotion in Australia and internationally;
(f)
commissioned by the Department of Health and Human Services, the
research found:—
(i)
the demographic of sports betting participants is clearly identified
as younger men with full-time employment, higher socio-economic
status, better education and access to the internet;
(ii)
the two identified risk groups for sports betting are young men and
children and adolescents;
(iii)
the perceived saturation of the sporting experience through betting
related advertising has altered the experience of watching sport, by
aligning betting with fans’ enjoyment of a game and encouraging
individuals to bet live during the game;
(iv)
sports betting (along with doping and match fixing) was seen as a
challenge to the probity of sport in Australia, particularly at grassroots and semi-professional levels.
(g)
sports betting is the fastest growing form of gambling in Australia with
participation more than doubling over the last decade;
(h)
more information about the campaign can be found at the Department of
Health
and
Human
Services;
website,
www.dhhs.tas.gov.au/gambling/sportsbetting. (18 September 2014)
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Ms Ogilvie to move—That the House notes:—
(a)
in relation to the issue of improved communication for the citizens of
Tasmania, and in particular in relation to the 1800 megahertz spectrum, that
Tasmanian’s deserve the best technology;
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(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
mobile communications services are now essential to daily life and services,
as are the National Broadband Network (NBN) and satellite access;
more spectrums must be considered as part of an overarching approach,
particularly to Government Radio Network (GRN);
Tasmanian citizens and indeed all the people of Australia want to see
advances in wireless communications services particularly for 4G;
lack of coordination by the Commonwealth Government with State
Government in the black spot program must be resourced;
Tasmanians deserve and request access to the 1800 megahertz spectrum.
(18 September 2014)
314
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—Censures the Minister for Resources for
organising and answering a Dorothy Dixer which linked the Greens to rapists and murderers
despite absolutely no evidence to support the claim. (18 September 2014)
315
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the release of a report by VicHealth on community attitudes towards violence
against women.
(2)
Understands the research findings came from over 17,500 20 minute conversations
with Australian men and women in which they discussed attitudes towards women
and violence against women.
(3)
Notes with alarm that the report indicates 1 in 6 Australians believe that when a
woman says no to sexual advances, she may mean yes, and that 1 in 5 Australians
believed that a woman should be held partially responsible if she was intoxicated
when raped.
(4)
Recognises that community awareness of the fact that violence against women is a
common occurrence, results in a higher percentage of people, taking action when it is
witnessed.
(5)
Reaffirms that while it may be common within our community, violence against
women is never acceptable and that no most definitely means no. (18 September
2014)
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Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises that the Tasmanian Community Fund was established for community
benefit following the sale of the former Trust Bank.
(2)
Acknowledges that since its establishment under statute, the Tasmanian Community
Fund Board has through robust, transparent and independent processes, disbursed
more than $70 million to nearly 2200 community projects across the State.
(3)
Further acknowledges that the independent Board assesses approximately 800
funding applications each year, ensuring monies are awarded to good projects on the
basis of community need and at arm’s length from any political process.
(4)
Condemns the Hodgman Liberal Government's plan to abolish the Tasmanian
Community Fund Board for precisely no saving to the Budget bottom line, to create
an annual $6 million pork barrel for the government of the day.
(5)
Notes serious concerns about the Government's plan which have been raised by
organisations such as the Tasmanian Council of Social Services, the Social
Determinants of Health Advocacy Network and the Anglers Alliance of Tasmania,
all of whom have called on the Government to reverse its decision and ensure the
independent administration of the Tasmanian Community Fund
(6)
Calls on the Hodgman Liberal Government to heed these concerns and keep its hands
off the people's fund, the Tasmanian Community Fund. (18 September 2014)
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Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
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(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
Recognises that Australia has an aging populating with the over 50s representing the
largest social demographic, and further, that Tasmania has the oldest and fastest
aging population in the Nation.
Notes the comments of Australia’s Age Discrimination Commissioner, Susan Ryan,
in her National Press Club address on 17 September 2014 where she expressed
concerns for older Australians in the workplace and highlighted the disturbing
prevalence of age discrimination.
Understands that the results of the interim Roy Morgan Research Paper indicates that
discrimination against the over 50s is prevalent throughout the community,
particularly in workplaces.
Acknowledges that by denying older Australians recruitment and employment
opportunities many businesses and services lack the diversity and experience they
could be utilising to their benefit, and to the benefit of local and national economies.
Commends workplaces who are already supporting older Australians by providing
training opportunities through skills programs and TAFE network.
Encourages businesses, government departments and agencies and community
organisations to tap into the deep and skill-diverse employment pool that is the over
50s in Australia and here in Tasmania. (18 September 2014)
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Ms O’Byrne to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
the 2013 National Community Attitudes Towards Violence Against Women
Survey which surveyed beliefs about violence towards women. The survey
found that:—
(i)
64 per cent say that violence mainly happens because men can’t
manage their anger;
(ii)
13 per cent say that violence mainly happens because men are
under financial stress;
(iii)
5 per cent say that violence is justified if a man’s partner makes
him look stupid or insults him in front of his friends;
(iv)
4 per cent say that violence is OK when his partner ends or tries to
end their relationship;
(v)
43 per cent believe rape results from men not being able to control
their need for sex;
(vi)
12 per cent believe if a woman goes into a room alone with a man
at a party it is her fault she is raped;
(vii)
22 per cent say domestic violence can be excused if people get so
angry they lose control;
(viii)
78 per cent say it’s hard to understand why women stay;
(ix)
51 per cent say most women could leave a violent relationship if
they really wanted to; and
(x)
10 per cent think if a woman doesn’t physically resist, even though
she protests verbally, it’s not rape; and
(b)
that these views are compounded by trivialising the issues of rape and
assault in our communities, in our conversations, in our humour and in our
media.
(2)
Calls upon the Government to support campaigns such as ‘Our Watch’ to change
attitudes to violence against women. (18 September 2014)
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Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the Junction Arts Festival was held for the fourth year in a row in Launceston
from 10 to 14 September 2014.
(2)
Congratulates organisers, staff and volunteers for putting on another spectacular
festival and providing the City with cultural, artistic and interactive entertainment.
(3)
Recognises:—
(a)
that the Festival provides both locals, as well as interstate and overseas
tourists, with a total of five days of performances, experiences and evening
events which offer audiences the opportunity to observe, participate and
create; and
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(b)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
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the unique opportunity provided to leading local, interstate and overseas
artists to showcase their talent and interact at a personal level with
audiences.
Notes the close working relationship of the Festival organisation with participating
artists to develop, produce and realise their work through research, workshops, sitespecific public installations, performances, exhibitions, lectures, screenings and,
importantly, children’s programming.
Acknowledges :—
(a)
sponsors of the iconic event, including the Launceston City Council and the
State Government; and
(b)
the much needed funding provided by the former Labor government to the
tune of $750,000 over three years which will enable festival organisers to
further fine-tune the event to ensure its ongoing success and growth.
Notes:—
(a)
the Liberal Government’s commitment in August 2014 to honour the
funding agreement struck between organisers and the previous Labor
government; and
(b)
the comments of the Premier Hon. Will Hodgman MP in reference to a
funding crack down in the arts that “... Treasury is not a bottomless pit of
money and there is going to be interesting discussions to emerge”.
In light of the Premier’s comments, calls on the Liberal Government to remain
committed to funding the Junction Arts Festival on into the future, with a view to
increasing the funding at the cessation of the current three year commitment. (18
September 2014)
Mr Jaensch to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
that the 10th annual University of Tasmania (UTAS) Science Investigation
Awards were held on Thursday 4 September 2014 at the Cradle Coast
campus;
(b)
that the Awards have been running at the Cradle Coast Campus since 2005,
when they became part of the Primary Industry Centre for Science
Education, led by Dr David Russell;
(c)
that since 2009, the awards have also been held at the Sandy Bay campus,
and they are now hosted by the Faculty of Science, Education and
Technology;
(d)
that the 2014 Cradle Coast awards were a huge success, drawing 400
students from 18 schools presenting 220 projects on campus (Grades 7 to
12) and at Burnie Primary School (Grades 5 and 6);
(e)
that 84 individuals from the local community, business and industry gave
their time as Judges, including practicing scientists from industries across
the NW Coast, who by their participation help to make careers in science
visible and relevant to the students they interviewed;
(f)
that 30 local businesses, industry and service groups and members of the
community donated $11,000 to fund 56 prizes. I was proud to be one of
them.
(g)
That:—
(i)
the $1000 Lion Dairy & Drinks: Young Scientist of the Year award
went to Year 12 Hellyer College student Melissa Gerwin;
(ii)
the best investigation grade 9-10 was awarded to Liam Grieve from
Burnie High School;
(iii)
Best Agricultural Project Years 10-12 went to Lachlan Dick from
Yolla District High School;
(iv)
Best Environmental Project went to Warawut Chomkul from
Wynyard High School;
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(v)
(2)
Best Project years 5-6 went to Connor van der Ploeg from Stella
Maris Primary School; and
(vi)
Honourable mentions were awarded to Angus Luttmer and Lochlan
Wescombe of Cooee Primary School, Emily Hilder of Burnie
Primary School and Ethan Hawkins of Table Cape Primary School,
to name but a few of the winners and participants.
(h)
that the Most Outstanding Science Teacher Award was awarded to Ms
Tameika Munday from Burnie Primary School, with 6 award winners in her
Grade 5 class; and
(i)
the critical importance of science and science education to the management
of Tasmania’s economy, environment and future opportunities.
Thanks and congratulates Project Coordinator Anna Paice and her team at the Cradle
Coast Campus, Dr David Russell and all the teachers and students who have
participated in the UTAS Science Investigation Awards over the last 10 years, for
their contribution to science and science education in Tasmania. (18 September
2014)
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Mr McKim to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
that the ACT Government has announced the first stage of Canberra’s light
rail following the approval of the business case for a twelve kilometre line
from Gungahlin to the city;
(b)
that Canberra is the latest city to recognise the benefits of this rapid,
pedestrian friendly, low carbon transport;
(c)
that the Greens’ Riverline Light Rail Project would provide a high
frequency, high speed and reliable transport system for Hobart’s northern
suburbs;
(d)
that an efficient and high quality public transport system is key to increasing
the liveability of a city and Riverline would provide an accessible and
affordable transport solution for people living in Hobart’s northern suburbs;
and
(e)
that the peak infrastructure body, Infrastructure Australia has supported the
Canberra project pointing to the success of similar proposals in other states.
(2)
Calls on the Government to look past its ideological opposition to public transport
and support a light rail project for Hobart. (18 September 2014)
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Mr McKim to move—That the House:—
(1)
Acknowledges:—
(a)
that the success of many of the world's highest performing education
systems is underpinned by political consensus on education policy;
(b)
the leadership shown by many education thought leaders in Tasmania who
have proposed taking the politics out of education policy, including the
University of Tasmania (UTAS) Vice Chancellor Peter Rathjen, Tasmanian
Principals Association head David Raw, Australian Education Union
President Terry Polglase, and Tasmanian Association of State School
Organizations President Jenny Eddington; and
(c)
acknowledges the leadership of the Leader of the Opposition Bryan Green in
proposing the establishment of an education policy task force in his Budget
Reply speech, and the undoubted commitment of the Minister for Education
Jeremy Rockliff to continue recent improvements of educational outcomes
in Tasmania.
(2)
Agrees:—
(a)
that one of the biggest challenges facing Tasmania is to increase the value
that many Tasmanians place on education, and that the first step in doing
this is for political parties to commit to working together to improve
opportunities for life long learning in Tasmania; and
(b)
that a representative from each of the three political parties represented in
this House should together sit down with key stakeholders in the education
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sector to progress a tripartite, whole of community approach to education
policy in Tasmania. (18 September 2014)
323
The Premier to move—That the House:—
(1)
Congratulates the Tassie Tiger’s on their historic win at the Australian Hockey
League championship last weekend, which concluded in a nail-biting penalty
shootout.
(2)
Notes it is the first time Tasmania has won the competition and the first time a
Tasmanian side has played in an AHL final since 2006.
(3)
Congratulates Coach Glenn Freeman and all the Tasmanian players for once again
ensuring Tasmania is not left off the map. (14 October 2014)
324
The Premier to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises that 12 to 18 October 2014 is Carers Week, an annual celebration that
recognises the outstanding contribution unpaid carers make to our nation’s social
wellbeing.
(2)
Notes that Carers’ Week celebrated from 12 October to 18 October 2014 with the
theme ‘Take a Break for Carers, provides an opportunity to raise awareness and
educate the community about the diversity of carers and the importance of their
caring roles in our society.
(3)
Further notes that there are over 2.7 million carers in Australia, including almost
74,000 in Tasmania, providing unpaid care and support to family members and
friends who have a disability, mental or terminal illness, chronic condition, substance
abuse issues, or who are frail, aged and that Tasmanian has a greater number of
carers per capita than any other Australian jurisdiction.
(4)
Commends the staff and volunteers of Carers Tasmanian for their efforts in
coordinating this year’s Carers Week program in Tasmania and providing support to
Tasmania’s many carers.
(5)
Thanks Tasmania’s 73,800 carers for their important, self-sacrificing and
community-building work in our State. (14 October 2014)
325
The Premier to move—That the House notes:—
(a)
on 20 September 2014, the HeForShe global campaign was launched by UN
Goodwill Ambassador and actress Emma Watson;
(b)
HeForShe is the first campaign of its kind at the UN. HeForShe is a
solidarity movement for men and boys to become advocates for gender
equality;
(c)
over the next 12 months, the HeForShe campaign intends to mobilize one
billion men and boys as advocates and agents of change in ending the
persisting inequalities faced by women and girls globally;
(d)
as Ms Watson said, “It is about being free to make decisions and access
education, justice, health and resources equally. HeForShe is about freedom
from violence and discrimination based on gender. HeForShe is a movement
for every man, everywhere. It comes at a time where inaction is simply not
an option;” and
(e)
all men and women alike are encouraged to wholeheartedly support and
promote this initiative, and join this global movement to advance women’s
equality. (14 October 2014)
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The Premier to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that the $8 million dollar redevelopment of the Burnie Aquatic Centre was
launched recently.
(2)
Recognises this project is a great example of all tiers of Government: Federal, State
Governments and the Burnie City Council contributing to this project which will
provide an important community asset for the city of Burnie and the North West
Coast region.
(3)
Notes that Tasmania has amongst the highest rates of drownings in the country, so
this project will provide an important facility all year round so young Tasmanians can
learn to swim.
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(4)
Especially acknowledges the work of the Aquatic Centre Working Group and the
Burnie Police Citizens Youth Club Committee for their significant contribution over
many years to making the project a reality. (14 October 2014)
327
Mr Green to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
the resounding success of the Queenstown Heritage Festival, which was
held on 10, 11 and 12 October 2014;
(b)
that at a time of considerable uncertainty for the West Coast, the
Queenstown Heritage Festival provided cause for celebration, hope and
optimism about the future of the region; and
(c)
the festival was a celebration of everything that makes the West Coast
unique, including the area’s mining heritage and the immense artistic talents
of the region’s residents.
(2)
Congratulates the organiser of the festival, Travis Tiddy, his board, and the sponsors
that made the event possible.
(3)
Notes the Queenstown Heritage Festival has the potential to become one of the
premier cultural festivals in Tasmania.
(4)
Urges the Government to get behind the event to secure its long term future. (14
October 2014)
330
Ms O’Byrne to move—That the House:—
Notes recent outstanding achievements of Tasmanian athletes including:—
(a)
16 year old Hobart athlete Jack Hale who (using electronic timing) ran a
10.44 100 metre in September. Hale broke the State’s under 17, under 18,
under 19, under 20 and open records and set a new Australian under 18
mark by .02 seconds. Jack then competed in his usual event – the long jump
where he jumped 7.66 metres and is now ranked number two on the world
youth list for that event.
(b)
that not just Australia but in fact Tasmania lead the medal table at the World
Cycling Championships in Spain with Devonport’s Macey Stewart and
Hobart’s Campbell Flakemore taking Gold in the individual time trials;
(c)
the Tassie Tigers won the 2014 Australian Hockey League with Eddie
Ockenden being named Player of the Tournament for the second year
running; and
(d)
finally the Tasmanian sponsored Tassie Hawks were successful in back to
back AFL premierships. (14 October 2014)
331
The Minister for Health to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
the launch of the Rethink Mental Health Project on World Mental Health
day, 10 October 2014; and
(b)
the Project, a Liberal Government Election promise, will develop an
integrated Tasmanian mental health system that provides support in the right
place, at the right time and with clear signposts about where and how to get
help.
(2)
Recognises the lead role the Mental Health Council of Tasmania, the peak body
representing non-government mental health consumer, carer and service provider
organisations, is taking in the Rethink Project, in partnership with the Tasmanian
Government.
(3)
Notes that a Steering Committee has been established to support the project, with
representation from consumers, families and carers, community sector organisations,
clinicians, acute and primary health care providers.
(4)
Encourages Tasmanians to be part of the Rethink Project and have their say on how
we can design a mental health system that achieves better outcomes for consumers,
their families and carers online at www.dhhs.tas.gov.au/rethink. (14 October 2014)
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Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
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(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
Understands that the Nobel Peace Prize was instituted in 1901 and has been awarded
to 128 laureates, including individuals such as Mother Theresa, Desmond Tutu, the
14th Dalai Lama, Aung San Suu Kyi and organisations such as Amnesty
International, Medecins Sans Frontieres and the International Panel on Climate
Change.
Congratulates Indian children’s rights activist Kailash Satyarthi and Pakistani
teenager Malala Yousafzai on jointly being awarded the Nobel Prize for Peace, "for
their struggle against the suppression of children and young people and for the right
of all children to education".
Acknowledges their courageous work in campaigning to end child labour in India
and promoting the critical value of education for children – particularly girls - in
Pakistan and the world over.
Notes that the Nobel Peace Prize has never been shared by an Indian and Pakistani
before.
Heeds the words of the Nobel Committee that, “the struggle against suppression and
for the rights of children and adolescents contributes to the realization of the
“fraternity between nations” that Alfred Nobel mentions in his will as one of the
criteria for the Nobel Peace Prize.” (14 October 2014)
333
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that Anti-Poverty Week is held across Australia from 12 to 18 October 2014, a
nationwide expansion of the United Nations Day against Poverty on the 17 October.
(2)
Acknowledges with deep sadness that 2.5 million Australians live in poverty or with
extreme financial hardship, in this the lucky country and a wealthy nation by any
measure.
(3)
Recognises that of the many Australians living with poverty, it is most often women,
children, migrants, aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people living with a
disability that feel most profoundly the effects of living on the breadline.
(4)
Notes the release of the ACOSS’ ‘Poverty in Australia Report 2014’, which identifies
Tasmania as having the highest rate of people living below the poverty line, at
15.1%.
(5)
Condemns Liberal governments across Australia for doing their very best to widen
the gap between the haves and have-nots, making the daily struggle of many to
survive even harder, by adopting severe and harmful budget measures.
(6)
Calls on the federal and state Liberal governments to honour the true spirit of AntiPoverty Week by heeding the calls from advocacy groups to invest in social
infrastructure and wellbeing, and abandoning their socially destructive agendas. (14
October 2014)
334
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises compelling and undeniable evidence that artificial indoor tanning devices
or solariums, significantly increase user’s risk of skin cancer including deadly
melanomas.
(2)
Congratulates the former Labor-Green government for announcing a ban on
solariums in Tasmania, to fall in line with New South Wales, Victoria and South
Australia.
(3)
Notes the will of the Parliaments in 2012 and the tripartite decision to ban solariums
in Tasmania with the Liberals in opposition arguing the merits of a ban in the public
interest.
(4)
Recognises with shame the backflip of the Liberal Party, who have walked away
from their 2012 commitment, who now they have the capacity to and responsibility
for carrying out the ban, have chosen to put politics before people.
(5)
Understands that the role of a decent government is to protect the wellbeing of people
and that the Hodgman Liberal government is showing a disturbing disregard for the
future health of Tasmanians.
(6)
Calls on Minister for Health Hon. Michael Ferguson MP to do the right thing by
Tasmanians, recognise that every jurisdiction except Western Australia will have
banned deadly solariums by the end of this 2014, and revert to his party’s original
2012 commitment and enable the ban of solariums in Tasmania. (14 October 2014)
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The Minister for Women to move—That the House notes:—
(a)
on Tuesday 23 September 2014, the first biennial ‘Women and Girls Report
in Tasmania’ was launched;
(b)
the report provides a data snapshot of the status of women and girls in
Tasmania as of 2013 and provides a baseline for future measurement of
change;
(c)
while in areas such as education, alcohol consumption and life expectancy
Tasmanian women are faring better than men, there are still significant
challenges facing women;
(d)
some of the findings, of the report include;
(i)
86 per cent of reported victims of sexual assault were female;
(ii)
31.5 per cent of assaults against women where perpetrated by the
victim’s partner;
(iii)
sole female parents were 16.4 per cent less likely to participate in
the labour force than sole male parents; and
(iv)
Tasmania had the lowest gender pay equity gap in the nation but
female workers still earned on average $116.80 less than males
each week;
(e)
as gender inequality has been found as the underlying cause of men’s
violence against women, it is important that as a community and as a
government, that we continue to be proactive in identifying and
acknowledging these inequalities where they exist;
(f)
the Liberal Government is working with the Commonwealth Government to
develop the Second Action Plan of the National Plan to Reduce Violence
against Women and their Children, as well as uniting with the
Commonwealth and other States and Territories to jointly fund the new
Australia’s National Research Organisation for Women’s Safety
(ANROWS);
(g)
we are also implementing strategies under Taking Action: Tasmania’s
Primary Prevention Strategy to Reduce Violence against Women and their
Children;
(h)
to further protect women and children, this government will invest an
additional $924,000 over 4 years into preventing sexual assault and
increasing after hours sexual assault services;
(i)
the Government is also committed to continuing to tackle all areas where
women still experience barriers to participating equally in society;
(j)
The ‘Women and Girls Report in Tasmania’ is an important milestone
which will inform policy development and help us to track the progress of
efforts to ensure that Tasmanian women and girls have access to the best
opportunities our society has to offer. (14 October 2014)
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The Minister for Women to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
on Friday 26 September 2014, the remastered ‘Breaking the Silence’ DVD
for the Breaking the Silence Advocacy Group and its partner Red Cross was
launched;
(b)
the Breaking the Silence Advocacy Group is a group of community
members in Brighton who promote evidence based primary prevention
strategies with the aim to reduce violence against women and their children;
(c)
the Breaking the Silence Advocacy Group and its partner Red Cross have
worked together for over four years to raise awareness and understanding of
family violence;
(d)
the Breaking the Silence DVD is a powerful and emotive primary
prevention message that tells the story of women from the Brighton
municipality who have personally experienced family violence; and
(e)
the Government is also working with the Breaking the Silence Advocacy
Group and Brighton Council to develop a Safety Audit in Public Places as
well as a Public Events Toolkit. This is yet another collaborative effort to
ensure that urban environments and public event settings are safe for women
and their children.
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(2)
Congratulates all members of the Breaking the Silence Advocacy Group and Red
Cross for coming together to tackle family violence, and their strong message that
reducing violence against women and their children is a whole-of-community
responsibility and that we need to work together to stop family violence - not just in
this community, but right across Tasmania. (14 October 2014)
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The Minister for Human Services to move—That the House:—
(a)
the 12 to the 18 of October 2014, is Anti-Poverty Week;
(b)
celebrated annually in October, Anti-Poverty week plays an important role
in highlighting the issues of poverty and hardship here in Australia and
overseas;
(c)
poverty and severe hardship affect more than a million Australians. Around
the world, more than a billion people are desperately poor;
(d)
the Tasmanian Liberal Government encourages people to participate in Anti
Poverty Week to assist in breaking down barriers and helping people to
move out of disadvantage;
(e)
Anti-Poverty Week Events can be registered by visiting the Anti-Poverty
Week website, www.antipovertyweek.org.au;
(f)
this Government is committed to assisting vulnerable Tasmanians by a
person centred ‘hand-up’ approach to help more Tasmanians to move out of
disadvantage, by having partnerships between the government and the
community sector, focused on joined-up, integrated and coordinated support
systems, rather than silos; and
(g)
by having a seamless support system that is easier to navigate, reduces
frustration, and is focused on outcomes, we can make a positive difference
in the lives of disadvantaged Tasmanians, better meet demand, and shift
entrenched poverty, by tackling the barriers that people face, and preventing
people from falling back into poverty by encouraging resilience over
reliance. (14 October 2014)
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Ms White to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
that 12 to 18 October 2014 is Anti-Poverty Week.
(b)
poverty has many complex causes, which means there is no single, quick or
easy solution. Long term change of the necessary scale requires more than
just supporting people on the ground; and
(c)
that 1 in 3 people in the world live in poverty, in Australia almost 2.2
million people – 11.1% of the population live in poverty.
(2)
Acknowledges that in the last 2 decades 660 million people have risen out of poverty,
with the collaborative work of many and political will, it is possible to achieve a
world that is free of poverty.
(3)
Calls on all parties to promote awareness within the community of the effects of
poverty and Make Poverty History. (14 October 2014)
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Ms White to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that 12 to 18 October 2014 is Carers Week.
(2)
Further notes that around 66 000 Tasmanians provide unpaid, ongoing care assistance
to another person who, because of disability, frailty, chronic illness or pain requires
assistance with everyday tasks.
(3)
Recognises that organisations such as Carers Tasmania provide a vital role in raising
community awareness of the invaluable role of carers in our community.
(4)
Calls on all parties to support the development of an appropriate framework to
provide better recognition of carers and to facilitate better coordinated services to
those in care giving roles. (14 October 2014)
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Ms Ogilivie to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes and supports the superb efforts of Bears of Hope in achieving important
progress in the management of pregnancy and infant loss support, education and
awareness.
(2)
Notes:—
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(a)
(3)
that Bears of Hope provides leading support and exceptional care for
families who experience the loss of their baby;
(b)
that Bears of Hope exists to improve the facilitation of the healing journey
for families experiencing a loss; and
(c)
that Bears of Hope is affiliated with Hospitals, GPs, Obstetricians,
Paediatricians, and IVF clinics throughout Tasmania.
Congratulates Ms Maria Bond for her tireless efforts over the past 5 years in
establishing the Tasmanian branch of Bears of Hope. (14 October 2014)
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Mr Barnett to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises that Saturday, 18 October 2014 will be the official launch of Tasmania
Remembers, the State Government’s Centenary of ANZAC commemorative
program.
(2)
Acknowledges that the Centenary of ANZAC represents one of the most significant
commemorative periods for our nation when the service and sacrifice of Australian
servicemen and women in all wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations since
World War One is remembered.
(3)
Notes that the first part of the launch will showcase the 12th/40th Battalion exercising
its Freedom of Entry to the City of Hobart, after which the Battalion will proceed to
the Hobart Cenotaph where the Premier Will Hodgman will launch the Centenary of
ANZAC for Tasmania
(4)
Further notes that the 12th/40th Battalion will also be commemorating 100 years since
the departure of Tasmania’s very first ANZACs from the 12th Battalion on the
troopships ‘Geelong’ and ‘Katuna’ from Ocean Pier on Hobart’s waterfront on 20
October 1914 – almost a century to the day before.
(5)
Thanks all involved in organising this special event – particularly the Australian
Army and Hobart City Council.
(6)
Encourages the community to attend and watch the historic launch event along with
their fellow Tasmanians. (14 October 2014)
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Mr Barnett to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises that 13 to 19 October 2014 is Seniors Week, an annual celebration
recognising the vital contribution seniors make to the social and economic wellbeing
of the Tasmanian community.
(2)
Notes that Seniors Week, celebrated from 13 to 19 October 2014 with the theme
‘Discover. Imagine, Together.’ is an important annual event for promoting healthy
ageing, involving a program of more than 250 events and activities on offer around
the state for seniors to participate in.
(3)
Further notes that, as of 2011, Tasmania’s seniors community is now over 80 000
strong and makes up over 16% of the state’s population – a 7.5% increase since 2001
– with seniors playing vital and important roles across many sectors of our
communities.
(4)
Commends the staff and volunteers of COTA Tasmania for their efforts in
coordinating this year’s Seniors Week program in Tasmania and providing support to
Tasmania’s seniors.
(5)
Encourages all to get involved and promote inter-generational interaction between
older members of our community and their younger relatives and friends during
Seniors Week and beyond to build a more cohesive and united society. (14 October
2014)
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Ms Giddings to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that with the announcement of a clinical trial of medical cannabis led by NSW
and Vitoria, 13 October 2014 will go down in history as a great day for all those
Australians who have fought to have medical cannabis recognised as a medication
turning patients’ lives around.
(2)
Thanks the many Tasmanians who have bravely fought for a trial by telling their
stories, including Nicole Cowles, Natalie Daley and Lyn Cleaver. (14 October 2014)
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Ms Giddings to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
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(a)
(2)
the agreement by all States and Territories to support a trial of medicinal
cannabis across Australia;
(b)
Premier’s Baird and Napthine’s announcements on 13 October 2014 for
medical trials of medicinal cannabis to be led by both States, with
preparations for a trial to begin in 2015 now underway; and
(c)
the lukewarm response from the Health Minister Michael Ferguson who, in
his press release of the 13 October 2014, refused to even use the word trial
instead referring to agreement to share information with other States.
Urges the Minister for Health Hon Michael Ferguson MP to show some leadership on
the issue of medicinal cannabis to ensure that the trial:—
(a)
covers a wide range of medical conditions;
(b)
covers a large number of people, including children with epilepsy across
Tasmania and the nation; and
(c)
includes Tasmanian farmers who can safely grow cannabis for the trial. (14
October 2014)
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Ms Giddings to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
that this House was the first House of Parliament in Australia to pass a
motion in support of marriage equality and the first to pass legislation
allowing same-sex couples to marry;
(b)
that Premier Hon Will Hodgman MP has stated that Liberal members of this
House have an unconditional conscience vote on the matter of same-sex
marriage;
(c)
that the Federal Liberal Party has traditionally had a conscience vote on
almost all matters relating to marriage and family in the Federal Parliament.
(2)
Calls on members of the Federal Liberal Party to be allowed a full, unconditional
conscience vote on legislation that provides for marriage equality. (14 October 2014)
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Ms Giddings to move—That the House:—
Calls on members of the Federal Liberal Party to be allowed a conscience vote on
legislation that provides for marriage equality in Australia. (14 October 2014)
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Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes with grave concern that on 9 October 2014 the Community Development
Committee Chair’s media release announced the Triabunna Inquiry’s Interim Report,
was issued on government letterhead counter to established protocol that
Parliamentary Committees are not to be politicised and are to operate as non-partisan.
(2)
Recognises this serious and arrogant breach of the Hodgman government
demonstrates a woeful lack of competence and experience and a worrying contempt
for the Parliament.
(3)
Formally requests that the Chair immediately issues an apology to Committee
Members and to this House for this serious breach of parliamentary practice. (14
October 2014)
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Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the week of 12 October 2014 is Anti-Poverty Week, and further notes with
concern that a recent Australian Council of Social Service’s Poverty in Australia
2014 report has found that 15.1 per cent of Tasmanians are at risk of falling into the
poverty trap.
(2)
Acknowledges comments from the CEO of the Tasmanian Council of Social Services
calling for a serious review of state policy settings to tackle the state’s poverty levels,
including tax policy as the level which determines where income levels and wealth
accrues.
(3)
Recognises that a state taxation review can be used to assess income and revenue
streams and whether these levels are entrenching community inequality or are being
used to redistribute income to create a more equal society.
(4)
Recognises that the Greens proposed independent State Taxation Review is
fundamental to driving structural reform of the state’s finances, and will assist in
tackling poverty levels;
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(5)
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Agrees to the immediate commissioning of such an independent State Finances and
Taxation Review, and that the proposed terms of reference is to include the
following:—
(a)
the 2011 State Taxation Review, previously terminated without resolution
by the Liberal and Labor parties is to be resumed, noting it is expected that
the review recommendations will provide a pathway to a modern state
taxation base and mix that is more equitable, simpler and cheaper to
administer whilst supporting service delivery consistent with agreed
community expectations;
(b)
an assessment of the state’s unfunded superannuation liability, and an
Options paper to be developed and provided for public consultation;
(c)
total state sector debt, including the State’s GBEs and SOCs, and its long
term implications to be assessed;
(d)
comprehensive public consultation with stakeholder organisations and
individuals;
(e)
provide recommendations regarding medium and long-term structural
reform options to assist in moving the State’s economy to a sustainable
footing, consistent with community needs and expectations. (14 October
2014)
Mr Bacon to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
the Treasurer, Hon Peter Gutwein MP’s incompetent handling of the State
Budget;
(b)
the failure of the Treasurer to reign in his party’s extravagant election
spending; and
(c)
the Treasurer did not engage in meaningful negotiations with his workforce
before introducing the wage cut Bill to pay for his party’s $400 million
worth of unaffordable promises.
(2)
Condemns the heavy handedness of the Government’s Bill which had the effect of
destroying the independent Tasmanian Industrial Commission and undermining the
principle of collective bargaining.
(3)
Notes the Legislative Council sought to make sensible amendments to the Bill and
delay a vote to allow time for the Government to negotiate with its workforce.
(4)
Condemns the Government for ignoring this opportunity and instead threatening to
sack an additional 500 people, including workers on the frontline.
(5)
Urges the Treasurer to stop threatening job and frontline services and return to good
faith negotiations with his workforce. (14 October 2014)
P. R. ALCOCK, Clerk of the House
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