1. Art and Diseño

No. 36
TUESDAY, 3 MARCH 2015
Notices of Motion
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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;
(c)
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.
(2)
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.
(3)
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
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(c)
(3)
restoring police numbers to 1228 officers which will see police expenditure
rise to $225 million over the forward estimates.
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.
(2)
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.
(3)
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.
(4)
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.
(5)
Welcomes the fact the Greens’ Alternative Budget 2014-15 tackles the issue of long
term structural reform, including the unfunded superannuation liability.
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(6)
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)
266
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
(f)
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.
(2)
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;
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(h)
(2)
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.
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.
(6)
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.
(7)
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.
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(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.
(5)
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.
(6)
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.
(7)
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.
(8)
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.
(9)
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.
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(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)
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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.
(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.
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(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)
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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.
(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
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(b)
(6)
this Budget measure has caused deep concern in Tasmania’s community
sector who rightly feel it is a recipe for pork barrelling.
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:—
(a)
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'.
(4)
Requests that the Premier explain what action the State Government will undertake to
put this money back into workers pockets.
(5)
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 self-
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(5)
(6)
harming or attempting suicide for they have no hope in the custody of a nation that
shows too little heart towards desperate people.
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.
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)
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Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the unique relationship between the Tasmanian Parliament and its sister
parliament in Samoa, whom we look forward to hosting later this month.
(2)
Understands that the United Nations Small Islands Developing States Conference
(SIDS) was recently held in Apia, Samoa.
(3)
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.
(4)
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.
(5)
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.
(6)
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.
(7)
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)
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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.
(5)
Acknowledges the roller-coaster ride of despair and joy that Richmond supporters
have endured since their last premiership win in 1980—34 years ago.
(6)
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.
(7)
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.
(8)
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
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(e)
(2)
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.
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
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)
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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.
(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.
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(4)
(5)
(6)
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.
Calls upon the Tasmanian Government to join with the Governments of the
Commonwealth, Victoria, Northern Territory and South Australia in supporting “Our
Watch”.
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)
293
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.
(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)
294
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;
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(c)
(2)
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.
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)
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Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
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.
(2)
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.
(3)
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)
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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.
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(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
military officers on the UN Good Offices Commission in the then Dutch East Indies,
now known as Indonesia.
(3)
Further notes that since this date, over 66,000 Australian Defence and Police Force
personnel have participated in 73 operations in 64 different countries.
(4)
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.
(5)
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).
(6)
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
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(4)
(5)
occupied Europe was performed, leading to the liberation of millions under Nazi
oppression.
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.
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
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.
(3)
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
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(2)
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.
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)
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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.
(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.
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(2)
(3)
Encourages all young women in Tasmania to download the report and read about the
powerful and personal experiences of breast cancer.
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)
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Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Acknowledges with deep sadness the passing of Deputy Mayor of Launceston City
Council, Jeremy Ball.
(2)
Remembers Jeremy for his exuberant nature, his outrageous sense of humour and his
all-encompassing love of live and Tasmania.
(3)
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.
(4)
Further notes his advocacy also reached national and global issues, such as climate
change and world peace.
(5)
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.
(6)
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.
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(5)
(6)
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.
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)
308
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
(e)
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.
(2)
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.
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(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
(viii)
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;
(2)
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;
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(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
(g)
(h)
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;
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;
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;
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.
sports betting is the fastest growing form of gambling in Australia with
participation more than doubling over the last decade;
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;
(b)
mobile communications services are now essential to daily life and services,
as are the National Broadband Network (NBN) and satellite access;
(c)
more spectrums must be considered as part of an overarching approach,
particularly to Government Radio Network (GRN);
(d)
Tasmanian citizens and indeed all the people of Australia want to see
advances in wireless communications services particularly for 4G;
(e)
lack of coordination by the Commonwealth Government with State
Government in the black spot program must be resourced;
(f)
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
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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:—
(1)
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.
(2)
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.
(3)
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.
(4)
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.
(5)
Commends workplaces who are already supporting older Australians by providing
training opportunities through skills programs and TAFE network.
(6)
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)
318
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;
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(ii)
(2)
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.
Calls upon the Government to support campaigns such as ‘Our Watch’ to change
attitudes to violence against women. (18 September 2014)
319
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
(b)
the unique opportunity provided to leading local, interstate and overseas
artists to showcase their talent and interact at a personal level with
audiences.
(4)
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.
(5)
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.
(6)
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”.
(7)
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)
320
Mr Jaensch to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
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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;
(v)
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)
(a)
(2)
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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;
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(d)
(2)
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.
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
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.
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(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.
(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)
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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.
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(b)
(c)
(d)
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;
the Tassie Tigers won the 2014 Australian Hockey League with Eddie
Ockenden being named Player of the Tournament for the second year
running; and
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:—
(1)
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.
(2)
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".
(3)
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.
(4)
Notes that the Nobel Peace Prize has never been shared by an Indian and Pakistani
before.
(5)
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.
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(4)
(5)
(6)
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%.
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.
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)
335
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);
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(g)
(h)
(i)
(j)
we are also implementing strategies under Taking Action: Tasmania’s
Primary Prevention Strategy to Reduce Violence against Women and their
Children;
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;
the Government is also committed to continuing to tackle all areas where
women still experience barriers to participating equally in society;
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)
336
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.
(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)
337
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
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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)
340
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:—
(a)
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.
(3)
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.
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(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)
343
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:—
(a)
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.
(2)
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)
345
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.
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(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)
346
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)
347
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)
349
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;
(5)
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)
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Minister for Women to move—That the House notes that:—
(a)
Wednesday 15 October 2014, marked the International Day of Rural
Women, a day to recognise the critical role and contribution of rural women,
including indigenous women, in enhancing agricultural and rural
development, improving food security and eliminating rural poverty;
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(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
the first International Day of Rural Women was observed on 15 October
2008. The idea of honouring rural women with a special day was put
forward at the Fourth World Conference on Women in Bejing, China, in
1995. It was suggested that October 15 be celebrated as “World Rural
Women’s Day”, which is the eve of World Food Day, to highlight rural
women’s role in food production and food security. “World Rural Women’s
Day” was previously celebrated across the world for more than a decade
before it was officially a UN observance;
Rural women do most of the agricultural work in developing countries, but
endure the worst working conditions, with low pay and little or no social
protection;
according to the International Labour Organization, 428 million women
work in the agricultural sector around the world;
the Liberal Government has committed to providing Tasmanian Women in
Agriculture with $80,000 over four years to support connections among
rural women, increasing community leadership and strengthen rural
communities; and
this additional funding will enable Tasmanian Women in Agriculture to
continue to deliver the vital link between rural women and government,
ensuring issues affecting rural women, their families and communities are
responded to through effective policy and program delivery. (15 October
2014)
352
The Minister for Human Services to move—That the House notes that:—
(a)
Therese Taylor, Colony 47’s Chief Executive, was named the Not for Profit
Manager of the Year at the 2014 Australian Institute of Management
Excellence Awards;
(b)
this award is well-deserved, and is a credit to Therese’s hard work and
commitment;
(c)
Therese was also awarded the Hobart City Council Volunteer Award earlier
this year;
(d)
it is because of the perseverance and dedication from individuals such as
Therese, that we continue to build a Tasmania that we can all be proud of;
(e)
Colony 47 along with all the other Community Sector Organisations around
Tasmania, make very important contributions to society, providing vital
services to disadvantaged Tasmanians; and
(f)
the Liberal Government applauds the valuable and extraordinary work that
passionate individuals such as Therese Taylor and the rest of the community
sector do, to help Tasmanians live to their full potential in all aspects of their
lives. (15 October 2014)
353
The Minister for Women to move—That the House notes that:—
(a)
Saturday 11 October 2014, marked the third annual International Day of the
Girl Child, a day to recognise and raise awareness of the challenges and
injustices many girls and young women face internationally;
(b)
the International Day of the Girl Child is a global effort to improve the
access of girls around the world to basic human rights, including education;
(c)
the theme this year is ‘Empowering Adolescent Girls: Ending the Cycle of
Violence;
(d)
Statistics show that:—
(i)
1 In 5 girls in developing countries who enrol in primary school
never finish;
(ii)
only 30% of the world’s girls are enrolled in secondary school;
(iii)
150 million girls a year experience sexual violence;
(iv)
1 in 3 girls in developing countries are married by the age of 18;
(v)
an estimated 1.2 million children are trafficked every year, many of
whom are forced into prostitution; and
(vi)
250 million adolescent girls currently live in poverty.
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(e)
(f)
Plan International have teamed up with girls across the globe to create It’s a
Girl Thing – a video showing the world what its really like to be a girl on
International Day of the Girl; and
the above statistics are only a portion of the statistics available on the
conditions of girls and young women around the world, and show that we all
must continue to raise awareness of the challenges and injustices many girls
and young women still face. (15 October 2014)
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The Premier to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
Tasmanian writer Richard Flanagan winning the prestigious 2014 Man
Booker Prize for his novel ‘The Narrow Road to the Deep North’, inspired
by the experiences of his father Arch, who was a prisoner of war on the
Burma Railway in World War II;
(b)
this prestigious award is further and fitting recognition of Richard
Flanagan’s outstanding talent, and remarkable writing career;
(c)
that Richard Flanagan is the first Tasmanian, and only the third Australian to
win the prize; and
(d)
that this award will draw international attention to Tasmania, as Richard
Flanagan has creatively weaved stories about the State into his book,
including an account of the devastating Fern Tree bushfires in 1967.
(2)
Congratulates Richard Flanagan, arguably the finest Australian novelist of his time,
for this extraordinary achievement. (15 October 2014)
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Ms Giddings to move—That the House:—
(1)
Congratulates Tasmanian author Richard Flanagan for being awarded one of the
world’s most prestigious literary prizes, the 2014 Man Booker Prize for his book
‘The Narrow Road to the Deep North’.
(2)
Notes:—
(a)
Richard Flanagan joins Thomas Keneally and Peter Carey as the only other
Australians who have won this coveted prize in its 45 year history;
(b)
‘The Deep Road to the Narrow North’ tells the story of Australian soldiers
on the Burma Railway. It is, as his publishers describe it, ‘A novel of the
cruelty of war, and tenuousness of life and the impossibility of love’;
(c)
Richard’s father Arch, was a survivor of the Burma Railway and died the
day Richard finished writing the book. Through this book we remember
him and experiences of thousands of Australian soldiers who were prisoners
of war, Arch would have been very proud of his son’s achievement today;
and
(d)
Richard Flanagan is an extraordinary writer and storyteller and richly
deserving of this international recognition of his talent. He has described
this novel as ‘…the book I had to write in order to continue to keep writing’.
May we see many more books yet from this talented Tasmanian. (15
October 2014)
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Ms Giddings to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes all three regions have now got interim planning schemes in place which are
legally enforceable instruments.
(2)
Congratulates all Tasmanian councils for working extremely hard to achieve new
planning schemes consistent with a State-wide planning template delivered under the
previous government.
(3)
Notes:—
(a)
there is 100 percent consistency across the State with the State-wide
planning template, that is, the zones and basic structure;
(b)
there is a 90 percent consistency at the regional level between councils with
the detail that sits within the template;
(c)
The Minister for Planning and Local Government, Hon Peter Gutwein MP
admits that there will never be 100 percent consistency State-wide as
planning provisions will apply differently in areas like Battery Point and
Penguin in order to protect their heritage or other unique attributes;
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(d)
(e)
the vast majority of planning applications are for residential developments
which already have a single template through PD4; and
the Liberal’s planning policy is simply a tricky re-badging of reforms
already well advanced under the previous government. (15 October 2014)
357
Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
that the Huon Valley Council in October 2014 approved a planning scheme
amendment proposal and a Development Application by Telopea
Proprietary Limited, at Waterloo Bay, on the western shore of the Huon
River, south of Geeveston;
(b)
this Development Application involves the provision of large barges in the
bay to facilitate the transfer of woodchips and logs to be loaded onto larger
ships moored in deeper water for export; and
(c)
the Development Application involves land parcels including the Crown.
(2)
Calls on the Government to rule out the provision of any public money on subsidies
to this operation including but not limited to the provision of Forest Products from
Crown Land or by any Crown Agency at a subsidised cost. (15 October 2014)
358
Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Welcomes the inaugural ‘Fiesta on George’ which will be held this Saturday 18
October 2014 in Launceston’s George Street.
(2)
Congratulates Cityprom, along with all other organisers, staff and volunteers for
putting together what should prove to be a successful festival event for Launceston.
(3)
Recognises:—
(a)
that the Fiesta will celebrate the life and style of George Street and
showcase its many retailers, restaurants, cafes and varied businesses for the
local community and visiting tourists; and
(b)
the much needed opportunity this will provide for patrons to sample and
enjoy the wares of small businesses in both George Street and the
Launceston CBD.
(4)
Notes the Fiesta will feature one of Tasmania’s own celebrity chefs, Matthew Evans
of Tasmanian Gourmet Farmer fame, as well as give many other local talents the
opportunity to show their skills in dance, vocal and theatre productions.
(5)
Acknowledges the participation of the many other locals who will be providing
entertainment in the vein of live street art and performances, including musicians and
magicians.
(6)
Calls on the Liberal Government to take note of the level of success of the event and
to consider a future funding grant to expand the Fiesta in order to promote the many
other diverse and quality establishments in the Launceston CBD. (15 October 2014)
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The Minister for Health to move—That the House:—
(1)
Acknowledges the innovative work of the Tasmanian-based CSIRO Swarm Sensing
project led by Professor Paulo de Souza.
(2)
Notes that:—
(a)
Professor de Souza has designed technology to microchip honeybees as part
of international efforts to solve the mystery of collapsing honeybee
populations worldwide;
(b)
scientists on the Swarm Sensing project have chipped thousands of bees in
the field in Tasmania and in the Brazilian Amazon to better understand
various stressors on honeybees; and
(c)
the Tasmanian Government is supporting the Swarm Sensing project
through partnership with the CSIRO, the University of Tasmania’s
Tasmanian Institute for Agriculture, the Tasmanian bee industry, Tasmanian
fruit growers and seed producers.
(3)
Encourages fellow Tasmanians to support Professor de Souza and his team by voting
for the Swarm Sensing project in the Australian Innovation Challenge, and this can
be done via the website of The Australian newspaper. (15 October 2014)
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Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
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(1)
(2)
(3)
Notes that:—
(a)
Tasmanian author and champion of this island’s environment Richard
Flanagan was announced as the winner of the Man Booker Prize in London
on 14 October 2014;
(b)
his winning novel Narrow Road to the Deep North tells the story of
prisoners of war on the Death Railway between Thailand and Burma;
(c)
the Man Booker judges commented, “this is a magnificent novel of love and
war. Written in prose of extraordinary elegance and force. This is the book
that Richard Flanagan was born to write”;
(d)
Richard has a deep and abiding love for Tasmania and is a passionate, fierce
and articulate advocate for its forests and wild places; and
(e)
his public defence of our forests led to the then Labor Government and
former Premier Paul Lennon labelling him as a saboteur and inviting him to
leave Tasmania.
Thanks Richard for not heeding this advice.
Congratulates Richard for winning the Man Booker Prize as fitting recognition of his
extraordinary talent that will raise Tasmania’s international profile as a cultural and
creative island. (15 October 2014)
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Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises the value of the nation-leading and life-saving Jack Jumper Allergy
Program in Tasmania.
(2)
Commends researchers and staff at the Royal Hobart Hospital and the Burnie clinic
for their work desensitising many hundreds of Tasmanians, including young children,
to jack jumper ant venom.
(3)
Notes:—
(a)
that no deaths from extreme allergic reaction to jack jumper venom have
occurred in Tasmania since the program was established in 2003, compared
with four deaths in Tasmania in the decade prior;
(b)
with grave concern reports that the Program is under threat as a result of the
Hodgman Government’s harsh and unrealistic cuts to health funding, and
that an advertised position to maintain the program in Burnie has been
withdrawn while information about the program has been removed from the
Department of Health and Human Services website.
(4)
Calls on Minister for Health Hon Michael Ferguson MP to urgently intervene and
ensure the life-saving Jack Jumper Allergy Program continues to be funded into the
future. (15 October 2014)
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Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Acknowledges that International Day of the Girl was held globally on the 11 October
2014.
(2)
Notes that the theme of this year’s celebrations was ‘Empowering Adolescent Girls:
Ending the Cycle of Violence’.
(3)
Recognises that role of governments and civil societies is to promote the
empowerment of young women and help to end violence against women.
(4)
Heeds the call of the United Nations and commits to:
(a)
“Investing in adolescent girls to equip them with skills, confidence, and life
options: through family, schools, technical and vocational education and
training, and health, social and economic support systems;
(b)
making infrastructure, services, and technology accessible to girls and
effective in meeting their needs for safety, connectivity and mobility;
(c)
facilitating adolescent girls’ engagement in civic, economic and political
life;
(d)
continuing to advocate for making violence against girls and women visible
and unacceptable both in private and public domains; and
(e)
strengthening data, measurement and evidence base in relation to the
empowerment of and violence against adolescent girls”. (15 October 2014)
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Mrs Rylah to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
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(a)
(b)
(c)
(2)
the mining industry’s importance to the Tasmanian economy;
the North West Coasts significant contribution to the mining sector;
in particular, the West Coast of Tasmania’s proud mining history and the
great opportunity for mining development in the Mt Read zone; and
(d)
that the Rotary Club of Queenstown held the 20th annual Mining Forum in
October 2014.
Congratulates the West Coast community and the Rotary Club of Queenstown for
their continued support of this great industry and a very successful Mining Forum.
(15 October 2014)
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Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes ongoing concerns within the community about the impact of mineral extraction
involving hydraulic fracturing, known as ‘fracking’ to extract a commercial
‘unconventional’ oil or gas resource.
(2)
Recognises that if the world is to avoid increasing the average temperature by two
degrees then the majority of the known reserves of hydrocarbons will need to remain
in the ground and no new resources identified should be exploited.
(3)
Agrees that Tasmania’s landowners and primary producers should have a right to
refuse access to their land for mineral exploration and extraction.
(4)
Further, agrees that the ‘Mineral Resources Development Act 1995’ is to be amended
to:
(a)
prohibit the provision of exploration and, or mining licences which would
use mineral extraction processes involving hydraulic fracturing, referred to
as fracking; and
(b)
provide for landowners to seek to prevent their land being accessed for
mineral exploration and extraction. (16 October 2014)
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Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Rejects the ongoing government interference in the private forestry sector, by its
blind addiction to supporting the native forest woodchip industry.
(2)
Condemns the Hodgman government for its arrogant, ludicrous, desperate and out of
touch suggestion to sink further public monies into the establishment of a woodchip
export terminal at Macquarie Wharf, with a projected life-span of one-five years, and
the lack of consultation with stakeholders including the Hobart City Council, or the
public, before committing to this retrogressive proposal.
(3)
Calls on the Hodgman government to immediately abandon this expensive and
divisive option, and commit to an end of public subsidies to the forest industry and
encourage it to move to a viable footing where it takes responsibility for its own
survival just like any other industry in the private sector. (16 October 2014)
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Ms Giddings to move—That the House notes:—
(1)
191 members of the Uniting Church in Tasmania signed a petition which read: “We
support suspended sentences as an effective deterrent to crime, and a better option to
reduce reoffending than prison. Suspended sentences are an affordable alternative to
prison while still sentencing offenders for the crimes they commit. We support
suspended sentences as an important option to keep available to judges. We ask you
to commit to retaining suspended sentences in Tasmania.”
(2)
Calls upon the Government to listen to Tasmanians and not proceed with abolishing
suspended sentences in our State. (16 October 2014)
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Mr McKim to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that:—
(a)
Wednesday the 15 October 2014 was Ride to Work day, established to
encourage people to ride to work and promote commuting by bike as a
regular event;
(b)
an integrated network of bike lanes and multi-use paths makes it easier and
safer for people to ride their bikes on a regular basis;
(c)
a commuter riding 20 kilometres a day to and from work can save on
average 1.3 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions per year;
(d)
the Principal Urban Cycling Network has been relegated to a paper based
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(2)
strategy with no funding from the Liberal government allocated in this
year’s State Budget;
(e)
the Hobart City Council recently approved Stage 1of the Battery Point
Walkway that will provide safe cycling access from the city to Sandy Bay;
and
(f)
the Hobart City Council received funding from the Sustainable Transport
portfolio to progress the walkway.
Calls on the Liberal Government to recognise that cycling infrastructure is an integral
part of a 21st Century transport strategy adequately fund cycling infrastructure in
Tasmania in the future. (16 October 2014)
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Mr Barnett to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises that yesterday, 15 October 2014, was Ride2Work Day, the largest annual
celebration of commuter riding in Australia.
(2)
Notes that Ride2Work Day, celebrated locally at Mawson Place in Hobart this year,
promotes the benefits of riding to work regularly and aims to encourage Australians
to pursue this healthy exercise activity.
(3)
Further notes that there are around 3.6 million people in Australia who ride a bicycle
for recreation and transport in a typical week, including 97 000 in Tasmania, with
just over half the households in this State having access to a bicycle.
(4)
Commends the staff and volunteers of Cycling South, Bicycle Tasmania and Bicycle
Network with the support of the Hobart City for their efforts in coordinating this
year’s Ride2Work event in Tasmania and providing support to Tasmania’s many
cyclists. (16 October 2014)
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Ms Ogilvie to move—That the House notes that:—
(a)
the increasing unnecessary complexity of changes to our superannuation
rules is causing confusion and distress to those trying to plan for retirement;
(b)
the Financial Services Council and Industry Super Australia research shows
that people are finding it so difficult to assess their superannuation
requirements they are delaying retirement;
(c)
we must work towards greater transparency and simplicity. Constant
changes are unwarranted and create greater complexity;
(d)
Tasmanians are planning and saving for retirement, without clear visibility
as to health care support and the aged care system, which provide the
economic context for retirement decisions.
(e)
the Financial Planning Association has identified lack of clarity about what
people will be expected to fund in retirement as a key issue; and
(f)
it is of critical importance that the large gender gap in retirement savings be
addressed. (16 October 2014)
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Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Acknowledges with alarm that National Aeronautics and Space Administration
(NASA) recorded September 2014 was the warmest September ever recorded in over
130 years of data and that the planet has just experienced the hottest six months on
record ever.
(2)
Notes that warming ocean temperatures have seen species migrating to Tasmanian
waters, such as the recently observed common Sydney octopus, which not only alters
marine environment exponentially, but also poses a threat to our fisheries.
(3)
Applauds the Australian National University, which has recently divested all its
funds away from fossil fuel industries, despite the comments from Liberal Prime
Minister and climate denier, Tony Abbott labelling the move as “stupid”.
(4)
Further notes that the Prime Minister also recently stated that coal is good for
humanity, despite soaring global temperatures, rising sea levels, increasingly frequent
extreme weather events and the overwhelming weight of scientific evidence that
emissions from coal fired power stations are a threat to humanity.
(5)
Congratulates the City of Moreland Council for becoming the first Australian
Council to go fossil fuel free.
(6)
Recognises that the seventh largest city in Sweden – Orebro – has divested €225
million funds from fossil fuels.
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(7)
(8)
Notes that 19 October 2014 is National Divestment Day, which encourages
Australians to choose fossil fuel free banking.
Encourages all Tasmanians to go ‘fossil fuel-free’ in support of National Divestment
Day and the planet, by entrusting their savings and financial affairs to banking
institutions that don’t invest in industries which are destroying our climate, our
fisheries, our agriculture, our biodiversity and our planet. (16 October 2014)
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Ms White to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the detrimental community impact the erosion of acute services at the
Midlands Multi-purpose Centre will have on the Oatlands and surrounding
communities. (2) Further notes the aging population in the Southern Midlands
municipality with a high number of people with a chronic disease who require access
to quality health care services.
(3)
Understands that the discontinuation of x-ray services, regular visits from a skin
cancer surgeon and concern about adequate ambulance services is causing
considerable worry in the town.
(4)
Highlights there are significant risks of downgrading emergency services delivered
by the Midlands Multi-purpose Centre without safe alternatives, noting that in 201213 there were 70 category 1 and 2 emergencies and the nearest alternative ambulance
service is at Campbell Town, 40 minutes away.
(5)
Raises concern that 18 residential beds at the Midlands multi-purpose Centre might
be privitised and that if this happens other services delivered by the Government
could also be privitised or cease operating altogether, effectively closing the
Midlands multi-purpose Centre.
(6)
Highlights that the provision of primary health care in our communities is an
important service which takes pressure off our major hospitals and helps to keep
people well where they live.
(7)
Notes that the Hodgman Liberal Government’s budget cuts to the health service are
impacting staff morale as well as resulting in a reduction in health services provided
to communities by our regional hospitals.
(8)
Calls on the Hodman Liberal Government to rule out privitising the 18 residential
beds at the Midlands multi-purpose Centre, appropriately resource e the ambulance
so it can respond in a timely way in the event of an emergency and appropriately
fund the primary health care services the Midlands multi-purpose Centre delivers.
(16 October 2014)
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Ms Courtney to move—That the House:—
(1)
Congratulates the Royal National Agricultural and Pastoral Society of Tasmania on
the success of the Royal Launceston Show, held from 9 to 11 October 2014.
(2)
Notes:—
(a)
that the first Launceston Show was held in December 1834; and
(b)
with interest that the Royal Launceston Show’s success may be attributed to
the 100km radius around Launceston having the greatest concentration of
Stud properties in Australia.
(3)
Recognises and congratulates the tireless work of all the Committee members who
ensure the Show’s success. (16 October 2014)
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Ms Courtney to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
that Artentwine is a month long festival currently being held in the Tamar
Valley celebrating the Tamar Valley Wine Route as well as local artists;
(b)
that throughout the month of October 2014, family owned wineries will hold
six sculpture exhibitions in and around their cellar doors. The exhibitions
include the West Tamar Council’s $10,000 acquisitive award for sculptures
reflecting the lifestyle and ambience of the region, currently being displayed
at Goaty Hill Vineyard;
(c)
that the sculpture projects aim to visualise the diversity and cultural heritage
of the West Tamar, sharing aspirations through words and visual arts; and
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(d)
(2)
(3)
this year’s event also includes a sound experience where emerging and
established performing artists present classical music at three heritage
churches in the valley.
Congratulates all the organisers, artists, musicians and volunteers who are
participating in this year’s Artentwine event.
Encourages the community to visit some of the exhibition in the coming weeks. (16
October 2014)
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Ms Courtney to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
NRM North and Landcare Tasmania have been working cooperatively to
deliver support to community groups, industry and individuals;
(b)
in August 2014 NRM North and Landcare Tasmania ran an inaugural
community awards program to celebrate 25 years of Landcare in Australia;
and
(c)
the well-attended awards ceremony was held on Monday 29 September
2014.
(2)
Recognises the enormous contribution volunteers make towards the environment and
sustainability at a local level.
(3)
Congratulates all the award winners for the dedication they have shown to both the
environment and their local community. (16 October 2014)
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The Minister for Women to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
the 2014 Telstra Tasmanian Business Women’s Awards were held on Friday
17 October 2014;
(b)
the Telstra Tasmanian Business Women’s Awards is a wonderful
opportunity to recognise the many Tasmanian Women who are excelling in
business and government. This is the twentieth year of the Awards, making
it the longest standing national business awards program for women in
Australia;
(c)
the strength of the finalists and indeed the number of outstanding Tasmanian
businesswomen in our state makes the presentation of the 2014 Tasmanian
Business Women of the Year Award to Assistant Commissioner, Donna
Adams recognition of the highest quality; and
(d)
the Award Winners were:—
(i)
2014 Telstra Tasmanian Business Woman of the Year, Assistant
Commissioner Donna Adams, Tasmania Police, who also won the
Community and Government Award as well as the Business
Innovation Award;
(ii)
Business Owner Award, Dixie Emmerton, Centre for Tasmanian
Industry;
(iii)
Private & Corporate Sector Award, Allison Clark, Houston's Farm;
and
(iv)
Young Business Women's Award, Rebecca Owens, Mizzle.
(2)
Congratulates Assistant Commissioner Donna Adams and all of the Tasmanian Telstra
Business Women Award Finalists and Category Winners, and wish them all the very best
for the National Finals on 26 November. (28 October 2014)
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The Minister for Women to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
Monday 27 October 2014 was Pink Ribbon Day - a national campaign
organised by the Cancer Council to raise awareness and funds for breast and
gynaecological cancers;
(b)
Breast cancer remains the most common cancer affecting Australian women
– about 14 500 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year;
(c)
in Tasmania alone, approximately 350 women are diagnosed with breast
cancer every year;
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(d)
(2)
earlier detection improves survival rates and treatment outcomes, so all
women aged between 50-74 are encouraged to participate in the
BreastScreen Tasmania service;
(e)
Breast screening mammograms can detect up to 90 per cent of breast
cancers, and for most women in the eligible age group, having a free
mammogram every two years is the best way to detect breast cancer early;
and
(f)
although it is the most common cancer in women, participation in the
BreastScreen Program, earlier diagnosis and better treatments have
contributed to better survival rates from breast cancer in more recent years.
Congratulates the Cancer Council on its continued efforts in raising awareness and
funds in support of the many thousands of women affected by breast and
gynaecological cancers. (28 October 2014)
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Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Acknowledges that as a community we have come a long way since Tasmanians
living with disability and those experiencing mental ill health were effectively
incarcerated at Willow Court, Royal Derwent in New Norfolk.
(2)
Recognises the suffering of those generations of Tasmanians who, as a result of the
policies of governments of the day, were put out of sight and out of mind, many for
the duration of their lives.
(3)
Agrees that no blame for suffering is directed at former staff members of Willow
Court Royal Derwent for the human misery caused by official government policy
towards Tasmanians living with disability and those enduring mental ill health.
(4)
Further recognises that when Willow Court Royal Derwent closed fourteen years
ago, it saw the beginning of a new rights-based approach to supporting Tasmanians
living with disability and those experiencing mental ill health.
(5)
Agrees that it is the role of Parliament to recognise wrongs perpetrated on peoples as
a result of the past policies of the government of the day, and that the Tasmanian
Parliament has formally apologised to the Stolen Generations in 1997 and to the
victims of past forced adoptions in 2012.
(6)
Further agrees it is now time to formally acknowledge the painful history and
apologise to those Tasmanians who suffered in Willow Court Royal Derwent and that
it should happen in this term of government in the spirit of tripartisanship, ensuring
those Tasmanian individuals and families adversely affected by the policies of
governments past feel their pain has been acknowledged by the Tasmanian
Parliament on behalf of the people of Tasmania. (28 October 2014)
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The Minister for Health to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the ways in which Tasmanians came together to raise awareness of Lupus in
the community as part of Lupus Awareness Week, which ran from 20 October 2014
to 26 October 2014.
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(2)
Acknowledges the vital role the Lupus Association of Tasmania plays in facilitating
support for those with Lupus, and other auto-immune diseases, by providing
information on the disease and contributing to further research and education.
(3)
Recognises that Lupus affects more than 17 000 Australians and leads an often
unpredictable course, which often forces significant lifestyle adjustments for those
who suffer from it.
(4)
Notes that research is being conducted to provide earlier diagnosis and better
treatment options; in particular, that Lupus Association of Tasmania has provided the
Menzies Research Institute with $35 000 to conduct a participant-based study on
Lupus to identify relevant marker molecules. (28 October 2014)
Mr Llewellyn to move—That the House:—
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(1)
(2)
(3)
Condemns the Hodgman Liberal Government for the subservient way it has
approached the Federal Abbott Government regarding issues that threaten the
Tasmanian economy, issues that have already cost jobs, with thousands of future jobs
threatened.
Instructs the Hodgman Government to stand up to the Federal Abbott Government by
whatever means possible, including refusing to re-endorse all Tasmanian Federal
Liberal Members and Senators at the next federal election for their failure to protect
Tasmania on critical issues.
Condemns:—
(a)
the Abbott Government’s decision to allow Opium Poppy trials in other
States and by its actions abandoning Tasmania’s exclusivity established
decades ago for good international drug regulation and security reasons,
putting a $90 million Tasmanian industry in jeopardy. This action has
already seen one player leave Tasmania as a direct result of Prime Minster
Abbott’s actions and Premier Hodgman’s inaction;
(b)
the Abbott Government’s decision to change the goal posts on Renewable
Energy Targets which now has seen the abandonment of a $2 billion plus
wind farm development on King Island and has placed a second Bass Link
interconnect and other Tasmania wind farm development in jeopardy while
Premier Hodgman sits on his hands;
(c)
the Abbott Government for its Great Big Tax lie now exposed by his
preparedness to countenance changes to the GST that could bring the
Tasmanian economy to its knees and without a whimper from Premier
Hodgman; and
(d)
the inaction and refusal of the Abbott Government to regulate or otherwise
control the exploitation and use of Australia’s gas reserves, the failure of
which will cripple gas supplies in Tasmania by imposing unsustainable
pressure on existing consumers including the Hydro. All without persuasive
pressure from the Hodgman Government. (28 October 2014)
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Mr Bacon to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the latest CommSec State of the States report shows a sensible and
collaborative approach is needed when it comes to the management of Tasmania’s
economy.
(2)
Welcomes news that Tasmania’s economy is improving but remains fragile and calls
on the Government to adopt a measured approach and negotiate any wage restraint
with its workforce instead of making threats through the media.
(3)
Notes that now is not the time to shock the economy by sacking large numbers of
people to pay for this Government’s unaffordable $400 million of election promises.
(4)
Welcomes the continual improvement of retail trade figures which started in the last
term of Government and further growth in our construction sector.
(5)
Notes that while the report shows Tasmania faces many challenges, including an
unemployment rate that’s too high, Labor believes the economy will continue to
strengthen and unlike our predecessors we will not risk business confidence by
talking the economy down from opposition. (28 October 2014)
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Mr Bacon to move—That the House:—
(1)
Welcomes the Lonely Planet’s listing of Tasmania in its Top Ten Best Regions to
visit in 2015.
(2)
Acknowledges the considerable collective effort of so many Tasmanians who have –
over many years – developed a travel destination that Lonely Planet now describes as
“wild and dramatic, cultured and quirky, isolated yet accessible”.
(3)
Notes:—
(a)
this is the third time since 2009 that Tasmanian destinations have been
recognised by the world’s largest travel guide book publisher and reflects
the growing appeal of brand Tasmania on the global stage; and
(b)
that Tasmania is Australia’s only listing in this year’s publication and
recognises that attractions such as the Three Capes Track, MONA, Pennicott
Wilderness Journey’s and so many others are raising the national benchmark in tourism excellence.
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(4)
Recognises the need for ongoing leadership and vision to facilitate the next wave of
world class tourism developments in Tasmania that further enhance our branding and
continue to deliver employment and economic prosperity for the people of Tasmania.
(28 October 2014)
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Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes with deep and profound sadness the passing on the 21 October 2014 of former
Prime Minister Gough Whitlam aged 98.
(2)
Acknowledges the long list of benchmarks and achievements pioneered by this giant
of Australian politics which includes:—
(i)
the withdrawal of Australian troops from South Vietnam in 1972;
(ii)
the ending of military conscription;
(iii)
established the Department of Aboriginal Affairs in 1972, and
initiated the land rights process;
(iv)
abolished the former White Australia policy;
(v)
redefined foreign policy by recognising China, and became the first
Australian prime minister to visit that nation in 1973;
(vi)
abolished university fees in 1974, making tertiary education more
accessible to working-class and middle-class Australians;
(vii)
established the national health care scheme, Medibank in 1973,
providing free health care to all Australians;
(viii)
decolonised Papua New Guinea;
(ix)
abolished the death penalty for commonwealth offences;
(x)
recognised equal pay for women workers, set up the single
mothers’ benefit, and was the first government in the world to
appoint an advisor on women’s affairs;
(xi)
opened up our democratic processes by reducing the voting age
from 21 years to 18;
(xii)
introduced no-fault divorce;
(xiii)
purchase of the Jackson Pollock masterpiece, Blue Poles, for the
National gallery; and
(xiv)
supported Australia’s local film and arts community, including the
purchase of Hobart’s AFI (Australian Film Institute) State Cinema.
(3)
Recognises as stated by political commentators, that Australian political life and
culture is marked by a ‘before Whitlam’ period and an ‘after Whitlam’ period.
(4)
Provides its deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Gough
Whitlam. (28 October 2014)
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Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the Commonwealth’s White Paper regarding Federation and the Taxation
System.
(2)
Urges a tripartite approach to be taken to support Tasmania’s role within Federation,
and access to a fair and equitable proportion of the GST.
(3)
Recognises however, that meaningful tax reform must also address increasing the
efficiency of the tax mix, rather than just the level of the tax burden.
(4)
Recognises that while the Federal reviews are underway, which could impact on
Tasmania and our future revenue projections from the Commonwealth, it is
incumbent upon the State to also undertake a comprehensive State-based Taxation
and Revenue Review.
(5)
Calls for the Hodgman government to commission an independent review of
Tasmania’s state taxation and revenue system that includes provision for public
consultation, as a matter of priority. (28 October 2014)
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Mr Jaensch to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that:—
(a)
on Thursday 16 October 2014 Karen Hampton was announced as the next
President of Local Government Mangers Australia (LGMA) Tasmania;
(b)
LGMA Tasmania is part of a federation making up the national
organisation, and has over 200 members in Tasmania;
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(c)
(2)
LGMA was founded in 1936, and is the leading professional association
representing managers and aspiring managers working in the local
Government sector across Australia;
(d)
LGMA is continually expanding its charter and membership services to
ensure that:—
(i)
local Government management continues to develop and improve;
(ii)
highest professional and ethical standards are maintained; and
(iii)
its members are at the forefront of change and innovation;
(e)
Mrs Hampton joined LGMA in 2003 and has been working in local
Government in Tasmania since 1982, including positions with Kentish
Council and the Cradle Coast Authority. She currently serves in the role of
Governance Co-ordinator at Devonport City Council; and
(f)
Karen Hampton is the first woman to be named President of the Local
Government Managers Australia Tasmania division, and the first person
who is not a General Manger ever to hold the position.
Congratulates Karen Hampton on her appointment as President of LGMA Tasmania
and the great example and inspiration she provides for aspiring managers and women
in local Government. (28 October 2014)
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Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Condemns:—
(a)
the blind, irresponsible, heartless and arrogant decision by the Hodgman
Government to refuse to enter into good faith negotiations with public sector
unions to identify workable wage freeze and other savings measures, instead
rushing to slash and burn 821 full time equivalent public sector jobs; and
(b)
the Hodgman Government for turning its back on the window provided by
the Legislative Council for good-faith negotiations to occur in the interests
of co-operation, and to ensure vital community services delivered by the
public sector are maintained.
(2)
Notes:—
(a)
the consistent calls by public sector unions for a roots and branch review of
the public sector; and
(b)
with grave concern the failure by the Government to undertake any modern
or comprehensive audit, which involves the community, of services
provided and resources required to ensure delivery.
(3)
Requires:—
(a)
that prior to any of the identified 821 FTE positions being culled, the
Hodgman Government immediately commissions an independent and
comprehensive review of the Tasmanian State Service, and its delivery of
services to the Tasmanian community; and
(b)
this independent review is to include, but is not limited to:—
(i)
a comprehensive audit of all regulatory requirements with which
the public sector must comply;
(ii)
services required on behalf of the state government and its agencies
to fulfil their respective function, duties and responsibilities;
(iii)
services identified by the community as core services required;
(iv)
efficiency within the public sector;
(v)
a cost-benefit evaluation of alternative efficiency proposals, and
impact upon capacity to deliver identified core community
services;
(vi)
any other matters incidental;
(vii)
and that this independent Review report to Parliament by the 30
June 2015. (29 October 2014)
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Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Congratulates:—
(a)
all 476 Tasmanians who got involved in their local communities and local
politics by putting up their hands to stand for councillors during the October
2014 historic local government elections, including 91 contesting for mayor
and 143 candidates standing for the position of deputy mayor;
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(b)
(2)
(3)
(4)
all those successfully elected, and recognises the effort made by those
unsuccessful this time around; and
(c)
the professional manner in which the Tasmanian Electoral Commission staff
encouraged community participation throughout the election period.
Notes:—
(a)
with disappointment, that despite public education campaigns reminding
people of their opportunity to have a say who works for them at the local
council level only 54.28 per cent of Tasmanians on the electoral roll cast a
vote;
(b)
reported comments, made at the close of the voting period on Tuesday 28
October 2014 by the Electoral Commissioner that it is disappointing more
Tasmanians did not take the chance to have their say, and that the, “return
rate of around 50 per cent has been remarkably stable for around 50 years".
Endorses the introduction of compulsory voting for this important tier of government.
Calls for comprehensive electoral reform to be prioritised including:—
(a)
the introduction of compulsory voting for local government elections;
(b)
implementation of state based political donation disclosure laws; and
(c)
development of an electronic voting system. (29 October 2014)
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Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
with interest the Liberal Party election promise to “strengthen our rural
economy and sustain our regional community services”; and
(b)
with alarm the slashing of health services across the board by both the State
and Federal Liberal governments.
(2)
Recognises the Liberal government’s attack on rural health services is a false
economy.
(3)
Notes with further alarm that the Midlands Multi-Purpose Health Centre at Oatlands
is now squarely in the firing line to have its funding cut.
(4)
Acknowledges the essential health and wellness services provided by the Health
Centre, including providing services to the broader Midlands community, the
travelling public and patients from as far away as the East Coast.
(5)
Notes:—
(a)
concerns that the cuts in funding to the Health Centre will see the loss of one
full-time equivalent nurse, the restriction on nursing staff with regard to
permitted hours of work – which are inconsistent with those applied at
major facilities – and the loss of the centralised ambulance service;
(b)
cuts and changes to services made under the previous Labor government
include the cessation of the contract the Health Centre had with the local
Oatlands pharmacy, as well as the outsourcing of food for the aged care
facility to a facility in Cambridge; and
(c)
with concern the potential for the Oatlands pharmacy to close due to loss of
income due to the combined loss of contract and the Federal Liberal
government moves to introduce price disclosure requirements.
(6)
Recognises the real and distinct life-threatening ramifications should Tasmania be
left without a central ambulance service, forcing patients to wait for emergency
transport from afar.
(7)
Calls on the Liberal Government to adhere to its election promise to support rural and
regional communities and to immediately reassess the funding of the Midlands MultiPurpose Health Centre and associated health services based in Oatlands. (29 October
2014)
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Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
the annual Tasmanian Breath of Fresh Air film festival (BOFA) will be
underway in Launceston from 7 to 9 November 2014; and
(b)
that Sunday afternoon’s dedicated discussion debate is entitled, ‘Fracking in
Tasmania: Good or Bad’, and that the panel debate will be led by Radio
National presenter Paul Barclay;
(2)
Welcomes that the session is intended to focus on public debate surrounding who has
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(4)
the right to oil or gas resourced underground, how it affects farmers, land owners and
water quality and pollution concerns, as well as whether fracking is appropriate for
Tasmania.
Urges all Tasmanians concerned about the potential impacts of fracking on our
environment, water and agricultural sector, to tune into this timely public debate
hosted by this innovative Tasmanian film festival. (29 October 2014)
390
Mr McKim to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes views of legal experts on the amendments proposed to the government’s
extremist anti-protest legislation including:—
(a)
Professor George Williams who said that the amendments ‘don’t fix the
central problem’, and that the Bill remains ‘susceptible to challenge in the
High Court’;
(b)
Professor Adrianne Stone who said that the narrowing of the Bill to
specifically target opponents of specific industry sectors ‘will provide an
additional argument for those who wish to challenge the law’; and
(c)
retired Supreme Court Justice, Pierre Slicer, who on 29 October 2014
described the Bill as ‘one of the worst drafted Acts I have seen in my life’.
(2)
Agrees that current laws already provide more than adequate protection for
businesses and that the extremist anti-protest legislation should be withdrawn. (29
October 2014)
391
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that the Tasmanian Early Years Foundation’s eighth and potentially final
Annual Report was tabled in this House on 28 October 2014.
(2)
Recognises the dedicated and important work of Chair, Elizabeth Daly – former
Children’s Commissioner - and CEO, Mark Green.
(3)
Acknowledges the values and principles of the Tasmanian Early Years Foundation
are to “champion and support initiatives to support and promote the wellbeing,
development and learning of Tasmanian children under the age of 6 years”.
(4)
Agrees that the children of Tasmania are our future and that we must invest in their
wellbeing, development and education.
(5)
Notes that the Tasmanian Early Years Foundation disbursed $145,163.91 of grants
across Tasmania in 2013/2014, investing many programs that supported many
organisations helping young parents, rural communities and university students.
(6)
Calls on Liberal Premier Hon. Will Hodgman MP and the Minister for Education
Hon. Jeremy Rockliff MP to rethink their ill-considered and needless move to cut the
Tasmanian Early Years Foundation and reverse their decision in the interests of
Tasmania's children. (29 October 2014)
392
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Acknowledges the release of the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare report on
Australian hospital statistics for 2013/2014.
(2)
Notes with deep concern that the number of Tasmanians waiting over a year for
elective surgeries has increased from 8.7% in 2012/13 to 11.5%.
(3)
Recognises that this statistic makes Tasmania the worst performer in the country in
the measure of hospital waiting lists for elective surgery procedures.
(4)
Acknowledges the only way to combat escalating waiting list times is to make our
hospitals much more efficient without slashing their funding, and investing any
savings from increased efficiency back into preventative health and local health
services.
(5)
Condemns the Federal Liberal Government for cuts of $1.7 billion to Tasmanian
health over the next decade, and State Liberal Government cuts of $111 million to the
state Tasmanian health Organisations (THOs) this year.
(6)
Calls on Liberal Premier Hon. Will Hodgman MP and Minister for Health Hon.
Michael Ferguson MP to stand up to their Federal colleagues and demand a better
deal for Tasmanians who need quality, appropriately funded public health services,
and provide the restructured THOs the funding they need to run sustainably and
efficiently. (29 October 2014)
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393
Ms Ogilvie to move—That the House notes:—
(a)
welcome news that new jobs in Denison in the technology sector connected
with NBN service delivery have been achieved after much lobbying;
(b)
Tasmania’s growth as the Hi Tech State is predicated on getting our skills,
industry, providers and workforce aligned;
(c)
that the NBN Centre of Excellence for Denison will provide up to 100 jobs
in Hobart which are welcome; and
(d)
Tasmania has a strong digital and Hi Tech future, that is predicated on
building a foundation across the technology, communications and digital
sectors, and that the NBN Centre of Excellence roles are pivotal to this. (29
October 2014)
394
Ms Ogilvie to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
13 October 2014 to 3 November 2014 is Startup Spring 2014, a three week
long Australia-wide festival of over 150 events and activities to celebrate
and promote the technology startup community; and
(b)
locally, Startup Tasmania has organised twenty events across the State to
bring together some of Tasmania and Australia’s technology leaders.
(2)
Further notes that in a 2013 report, PricewaterhouseCoopers predicted that the
Australian startup sector to be worth $109 billion to the economy and create 540,000
new jobs by 2033.
(3)
Congratulates the local Startup Tasmania volunteers on their hard work to curate an
excellent Startup Spring program.
(4)
Calls on the Government to ensure that Tasmania capitalises on its unique advantages
to obtain its share of the startup business sector, including by advocating for
Tasmania to receive the full National Broadband Network. (29 October 2014)
395
Mr Green to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the recent local government elections, the first all-in-all-out elections in
Tasmania.
(2)
Congratulates:—
(a)
all the successful councillors, aldermen, deputy mayors and mayors and
commiserates with those who missed out on elections;
(b)
Tasmania’s newly elected mayors; Anita Dow in Burnie, Sue Hickey in
Hobart, Kristie Johnston in Glenorchy, Christina Holmdahl in West Tamar,
Roseanne Heyward in Tasman, Mick Tucker in Break-O-Day, Peter Coad in
Huon, Michael Kent in Glamorgan Spring Bay, Duncan McFie on King
Island, Steve Wass in Kingborough, Peter Freshney in Latrobe, David
Downie in Northern Midlands and Phil Vickers on the West Coast.
(3)
Thanks all outgoing local government representatives for their commitment to
Tasmania and wishes them all the best for the future.
(4)
Encourages the State Government to work constructively with local governments to
make communities stronger and Tasmania an even better place to live. (30 October
2014)
396
Mr Jaensch to move—That the House notes:—
(1)
Notes that:—
(a)
Keep Australia Beautiful is a non-government, non-political community
organisation, with autonomous Councils in each State and Territory;
(b)
Keep Australia Beautiful Tasmania works to create sustainable communities
that promote community wellbeing, protect and enhance the Tasmanian
environment and preserve Tasmania’s natural and cultural heritage;
(c)
with the help of sponsors including the Tasmanian Government, Keep
Australia Beautiful Tasmania recognises effort and achievement in local
communities through a series of annual awards;
(d)
this year’s awards ceremony was held on 24 October 2014 in Sheffield – last
year’s National Tidy Town Winner;
(e)
Westbury was named the Keep Australia Beautiful Tasmanian Tidy Town
for 2014;
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(f)
(2)
Launceston won the Keep Australia Beautiful Tasmanian Sustainable Cities
Award;
(g)
Richardsons Beach on the Freycinet Peninsula won the Keep Australia
Beautiful Tasmanian Clean Beach Award;
(h)
population category awards were presented to Freycinet Peninsula,
Huonville and Central Highlands (for the second year in succession);
(i)
Sustainable Schools Awards went to Latrobe Primary and Sheffield School
in the North West, Beaconsfield Primary and St Patricks College in the
Northern region and Bruny Island Primary and Oatlands District School in
the Southern region;
(j)
the prestigious John Donaghy Memorial Award was presented to Sally
Doyle in recognition of her enthusiastic commitment to the life of the
Geeveston community and beyond; and
(k)
The Youth Award was presented to the Huonville-based Students Working
Against Poverty initiative.
Congratulates Keep Australia Beautiful Tasmania Chairman, Rob Simmons, Judge
Barrie Muir and all the winners, communities and volunteers who participate in these
awards, for their efforts to keep Tasmania beautiful. (30 October 2014)
397
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that the Tasmanian Community Fund’s (TCF) 2014 Annual Report was tabled
in this House, on the 29 October 2014.
(2)
Recognises that the Tasmanian Community Fund has operated independently and
with dedication to community service for 14 years, providing small, medium and
large grants to community groups state-wide.
(3)
Acknowledges that the Tasmanian Community Fund recently also held community
forums in both Sheffield and Queenstown, asking those isolated communities what
their issues were and what the TCF could do to assist.
(4)
Heeds the Annual Report’s “fund fact” that, ‘the Fund’s Board is independent and
determines the Fund’s strategic direction and grant allocation’ and that the ‘Board
members must perform their functions in the best interests of the Tasmanian
community’.
(5)
Notes that the Tasmanian Community Fund awarded $3.9mil to 133 projects in
2013/2014; and each year disburses up to $6million to boost community capacity and
fund projects on the basis of demonstrated need and the quality of applications.
(6)
Calls on Liberal Premier Hon. Will Hodgman MP to rethink his attempt to grab hold
of those public funds and disburse them through his own department, and commit to
retaining the independent Tasmanian Community Fund Board, so they can continue
to support community groups without the taint of political interference and in the
interests of all Tasmanians. (30 October 2014)
398
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the work of researchers at the Australian National University and Melbourne
University, who have discovered that the highest bushfire risk exists in areas that
have been recently logged, in particular in eucalypts between seven years and 50
years in age, often found in regrowing logging areas.
(2)
Understands from research that the 2009 Black Saturday fires in Victoria, which
claimed 173 lives, were 25% more severe due to recent logging operations.
(3)
Acknowledges that the weather phenomena ‘El Nino’ is primarily due to a changing
climate, and its dry conditions and winds are one of the highest risk factors in
Australia’s bushfire season.
(4)
Notes the warnings of the Bureau of Meteorology that this year has a 70% likelihood
of another El Nino occurrence.
(5)
Remembers with sadness the devastation of the 2013 Tasmanian Summer and
bushfires that hit the communities along the east-coast and the Tasman Peninsular
and the financial and personal hardship the fires caused in those towns.
(6)
Recognises that this summer’s bushfire season has already begun in early-spring,
with the blaze at St Helens coming disturbingly close to many houses in the area.
(7)
Hears the calls of Professor Nathan Bindoff, who told 300 people at the Tasmanian
Fire-fighters’ Conference that climate change would have massive implications for
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(8)
the Tasmania Fire Service, while the Chief Officer of the Tasmania Fire Service,
said, "We know that the number of days of high fire danger are worse or increasing,
we know the severity of fires are increasing''.
Calls on Premier Hon. Will Hodgman MP to heed the warnings of academics,
meteorologists and our own fire-fighters and take real action on climate change for
the health, safety and wellbeing of Tasmanians. (30 October 2014)
399
Ms Courtney to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
October is Lupus awareness month, with the Lupus Association of Tasmania
specifically recognising Lupus awareness week from 19 to 25 October 2014;
(b)
established 35 years ago, The Lupus Association of Tasmania plays a vital
role in facilitating support for those with Lupus, by providing information
on the disease and contributing to further research and education.
Furthermore The Lupus Association of Tasmania is a self-funded
community organisation;
(c)
Lupus or SLE (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus) is an autoimmune illness
where the immune system attacks the body, destroying healthy tissues. In
more severe cases, SLE can also affect the kidneys, blood, lungs, heart,
blood vessels and brain. Lupus primarily affects women with the majority
developing the condition between the ages of 15 and 44; and
(d)
Lupus currently has no cure and leads to an often unpredictable course, with
recognition and diagnosis at times challenging.
(2)
Recognises the work of the volunteers associated with the Lupus Association of
Tasmania providing support to those with Lupus and their families as well as the
work they do fundraising to support research into this illness.
(3)
Encourages all Tasmanians to support the efforts of the Lupus Association of
Tasmania in researching and educating others about this illness that affects so many.
(30 October 2014)
400
Ms Courtney to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that on Saturday 25 October 2014 the Launceston Chamber of Commerce
celebrated the region’s business success stories with more than 340 people attending
the 2014 CGU Business Excellence Awards.
(2)
Congratulates the winners in each section:—
(a)
Excellence in Manufacturing: Tasmanian Alkaloids;
(b)
Innovation: Launceston City Council;
(c)
Professional Services: SRA Corporate Change;
(d)
Outstanding Event: Tasmanian Breath of Fresh Air Film Festival;
(e)
Best Environmental Practice: Micra Accident Repair Centre;
(f)
Large Hospitality Business: Stillwater River Café, Restaurant and Wine Bar;
(g)
Outstanding Visitor Experience: Festivale;
(h)
Exceptional Workplaces: Absolute Beauty;
(i)
Export: Seafoods Tasmania;
(j)
Successful Startup: Cataract on Paterson;
(k)
Community Service: New Horizons Club;
(l)
Building Communities: Junction Arts Festival;
(m)
Business Mentoring and Renewal: SRA Corporate Change;
(n)
Small Hospitality Business: Black Cow Bistro;
(o)
Excellence in Customer Service: TP Jones & Co;
(p)
Excellence in Marketing: Bellamy’s Organic;
(q)
Young Professional of the Year: Julia Farrell
(r)
CGU Business of the Year: Cataract on Paterson; and
(s)
Hall of Fame: Errol Steward.
(3)
Acknowledges all the finalists.
(4)
Thanks the organisers and judges for their work. (30 October 2014)
401
Ms Rylah to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises the importance of the onion industry to Tasmania and that Tasmania is
one of the largest producing states by volume.
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(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
(10)
Notes:—
(a)
that Onion producers, and other vegetable producers, make a significant
contribution to Australia;
(b)
that onions are a staple food in Australia and an important part of our
horticulture industry; and
(c)
that onions are Australia’s third largest vegetable crop in terms of
production accounting for 10 percent of our total vegetable production.
Recognises that nationally onions are our second largest vegetable export crop after
carrots.
Records that in 2013 Australia exported 42,923 tonnes of onions valued at $23.5
million with 90 percent of these exports coming from Tasmania.
Commends Tasmanian farmer Brian Bonde on winning the Australian Onion
Industry’s most prestigious national award, the Reg Miller Award on 15 October
2014 for his significant contribution, dedication and passion over many years to the
onion industry.
Notes that the Onions Australia Reg Mill Award recognises the people who are the
heart and soul of the industry and who have made outstanding contributions to the
Australian Onion industry.
Records that Brian Bonde accepted the role of Onions Australia Chairperson in 2008
having served as Chairman of the Tasmanian Farmers & Graziers Association –
Vegetable Council for many years and continues as a member of the Industry
Advisory Committee.
Further notes the wider recognition he has received for his importance to the industry
when he was chosen to be the face on the packaging of Coles’ Australian grown
vegetables.
Commends him for his firm belief that as an industry it can do even better and his
continuing interest in progressing this.
Notes that Brian is also recognised for his active role in the agricultural sector more
broadly as well as his involvement in rodeos, the Rotary Club for Ulverstone and
many other pursuits. (30 October 2014)
402
Ms Rylah to move—That the House:—
(1)
Congratulates the Smithton Scout Association on achieving 100 years of scouting and
the presentation of the 100 year Celebration Badges to over 50 cubs, scouts and
leaders, both boys and girls, at the Cantara Sport Campsite on 22 October 2014.
(2)
Notes that the Smithton Scout Association began in Stanley in 1914 as a Sea Scout
Group. This was just 6 years after Lord Baden-Powell created Scouting in Australia
in 1908.
(3)
Recognises the excellent work done by Kimbra Wells as Chairperson, Shaun
Kingston as Group Leader, Scout Leaders David Emmerson and ‘Doc’, Cub Leaders
Malcolm Joyce and Leigh Schuuring.
(4)
Congratulates Scout Digby Marshall for his design winning the competition which
became the Smithton Scout Group 100 year Celebrations Badge. (30 October 2014).
403
The Premier to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises the important role of Business Events Tasmania (BET) in growing the
value of business events held in Tasmania each year.
(2)
Acknowledges that in the 2013/2014 financial year, business events were estimated
to contribute $110m to the Tasmanian economy.
(3)
Notes the ongoing potential for Business Events Tasmania to highlight Tasmania’s
economic competitive strengths.
(4)
Particularly acknowledges the valuable contribution to this sector made by BET
members in the continual development of new and diverse meeting and conference
options.
(5)
Congratulates Chair, Mr Malcolm Wells and CEO, Mr Stuart Nettlefold and their
team in confirming 94 bids during the 2013/2014 year. (30 October 2014)
404
The Premier to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that the 2015 AFL fixture was released today, and for the first time includes
seven home-and-away games in Tasmania.
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(2)
(3)
Notes that:—
(a)
Collingwood, has been scheduled to play Hawthorn in Launceston during
the pre-season competition;
(b)
that Hawthorn will play four roster games in Launceston, those being:—
(i)
R3 - Hawthorn v Western Bulldogs, Sunday 19 April;
(ii)
R9 – Hawthorn v Gold Coast, Saturday 30 May,
(INDIGENOUS ROUND);
(iii)
R15 – Hawthorn v Fremantle, Sunday 12 July; and
(iv)
R22 – Hawthorn v Brisbane, Saturday 29 August.
(c)
notes that North Melbourne will, for the first time, play three games in
Hobart, those being:—
(i)
R6 – North Melbourne v Richmond, Saturday 9 May;
(ii)
R10 – North Melbourne v West Coast Eagles, Sunday 7
June; and
(iii)
R20 – North Melbourne v St Kilda, Saturday 15 August.
Acknowledges:—
(a)
the contribution of the Launceston City Council, Hobart City Council and
Spirit of Tasmania in support of AFL games being played in Tasmania; and
(b)
the positive role of the AFL in supporting games being played in Tasmania.
(30 October 2014)
405
Mr McKim to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
that 30 October 2014 was the 100th birthday of acclaimed Tasmanian artist
and environmentalist, Max Angus.
(b)
that Max attended Albeura Street Primary School and the Hobart Technical
College where at age 12 he was invited to join the senior students for art
classes;
(c)
that during the Second World War he worked as a draftsman in Army
Intelligence and after the war returned to Hobart to concentrate on painting
the Tasmanian landscape;
(d)
Max has exhibited constantly since 1946 and is represented in many
Australian and overseas collections; and
(e)
in 1953 he made his first trip to Lake Pedder and was inspired by its beauty
and uniqueness. He remarked “a beach is a beach anywhere, but a beach
1000 feet above sea level ringed by mountains of such magnitude is
unequalled anywhere in Australia”.
(2)
Wishes Max Angus a very happy 100th birthday acknowledges his massive
contribution to Tasmanian art and the protection and promotion of Tasmania’s wild
places. (30 October 2014)
407
The Minister for Health to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the start of Movember for the Movember Foundation – an organisation
committed to raising awareness and understanding of the health risks that men face,
specifically prostate cancer, testicular cancer and mental health problems.
(2)
Acknowledges that prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in
Australian men and that almost half of all Australian men will be impacted by mental
health problems at some point in their life.
(3)
Encourages all Tasmanians to get involved in Movember as either a Mo growing Mo
Bro or a champion of men’s health as a Mo Sista and by making a donation to help
fund men’s health programs. (4 November 2014)
408
The Minister for Health to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises that November 2014 is Lung Awareness Month.
(2)
Acknowledges the work of the Lung Foundation of Australia in raising awareness
and supporting research to support lung health, including asthma, cancer and Chronic
Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
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(3)
(4)
Notes that 11,000 people are diagnosed with lung cancer in Australia each year and
that if lung cancer is found at an earlier stage there is more chance of a better
outcome.
Encourages Tasmanians to see their GP if they notice any changes to their health. (4
November 2014)
409
The Premier to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that the Tasmanian Finalists for the Australian of the Year have been
announced.
(2)
Congratulates Tasmania’s four National Finalists:—
(a)
Tasmanian Australian of the Year – Rodney Croome;
(b)
Tasmanian Senior Australian of the Year – Prof. Henry Reynolds;
(c)
Tasmanian young Australian of the Year – Adam Mostogl; and
(d)
Tasmania’s Local Hero – Mary Kay.
(3)
Recognises all Tasmania nominees for the important role they play, inspiring us
through their achievements and challenging us to make our own contribution to
creating a better Tasmania and Australia.
(4)
Acknowledges that the Australian of the Year Awards play a vital role in allowing
ordinary Australians to shine a light on someone who makes them proud and who
they believe have made a noteworthy contribution to our community.
(5)
Also notes the work of Mr Jeremy Lasek, CEO of the National Australia Day
Council, his team and all those who contribute through the selection committees. (4
November 2014)
410
Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes with sadness the passing of a wonderful and gentle ambassador for Tasmania’s
wilderness, Mr John Dean, who died at his home on Sunday 2 November 2014.
(2)
Recognises and celebrates Mr Dean’s adventurous spirit epitomised by his role in the
original group who successfully canoed down the wild Franklin River in 1958.
(3)
Acknowledges that this trailblazing white-water adventure inspired many others to
attempt similar adventures, including Dr Bob Brown’s trip down the Franklin in
1976, which culminated in the nation-wide campaign to save this iconic wild river.
(4)
Conveys its sincere sadness and condolence to his wife Stephanie and family and to
friends of John Dean, a man of gentle but determined spirit and passionate
ambassador for all Tasmania’s wild places. (4 November 2014)
412
Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the recommendation by the Full Bench of the Tasmanian Industrial
Commission (TIC), issued on 3 November 2014 in relation to an application by
public sector unions to defer a 2 % wage increase, which recommended the
following:—
(a)
“That the wage increase due in December 2014, including the additional
0.5% increment at the top of each band, be deferred until December 2015;
(b)
That the wage increase due in December 2015, including the additional 1 %
incremental component, be deferred until December 2016;
(c)
That the Government undertakes to minimise to the extent possible future
job losses. As an indication, we consider the 361 positions in the 2014/15
financial year and 699 over the forward estimates, as identified in the
budget, should be the indicative target; and
(d)
The parties are to confer as to what measures are to apply beyond 2015
which best meet the objectives of the respective parties. The Commission is
available to assist in these ongoing discussions at the invitation of the
parties.”
(2)
Acknowledges that the TIC’s recommendation was made “in the strongest possible
terms”.
(3)
Urges the Premier to intervene and overrule the Treasurer’s knee-jerk rejection of the
TIC’s recommendation, and instead accept the recommendations, and enter into good
faith negotiations with unions for their swift implementation in the interests of
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protecting as many jobs as possible while delivering necessary budget savings. (4
November 2014)
413
Ms Giddings to move—That the House:—
(1)
Congratulates Rodney Croome on being named Tasmanian Australian of the Year
after his tireless work advocating for equal rights for people across the Lesbian Gay
Bisexual Transgender Intersex (LGBTI) community for over twenty years.
(2)
Acknowledges the success Mr Croome has had working with government to bring in
ground breaking law reform such as Gay law Reform in 1997, Significant
Relationships Law Reform in 2003 and adoption law reform in 2009. His campaign
for marriage equality continues today.
(3)
Congratulates:—
(6)
(a)
Tasmanian Senior Australian of the Year, Prof. Henry Reynolds, an eminent
historian who has helped to tell the story of the first peoples of Australia,
especially that of the Tasmanian Aboriginal people who suffered so terribly
after European Settlement and whose struggles continue today;
(b)
Young Tasmanian Australian of the Year, Adam Mostogl who continues to
inspire and support young people to achieve their business dreams, while
also contributing to the cultural life of Queenstown through sports and the
arts; and
(c)
Tasmanian Local Hero of the Year, Mary Kay who for the past 18 years has
volunteered countless hours operating the marine radio service out of
Smithton.
Wishes all the Tasmanian finalists all the best in the national awards. (4 November
2014)
414
Minister for the Environment, Parks and Heritage to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
the Garage Sale Trail was held across Australia on Saturday 25 October
2014;
(b)
the Garage Sale Trail involves household, schools, community groups, local
businesses, sporting clubs and other not-for-profit or charity organisations,
all holding garage sales on the same day;
(c)
the purpose of the Garage Sale Trail is to promote the reuse and recycling of
goods, the reduction of waste to landfill, and to enable new community
connections; and
(d)
in Tasmania, 333 garage sales across the State were registered with Garage
Sale Trail – a 57% increase on last year – 96,124 items were listed for sale
at a value of $345,051 and a projected 3,996 new community connections
facilitated.
(2)
Congratulates:—
(a)
the Speaker of the House for hosting the first-ever Tasmanian Parliament
House garage sale, held on the Parliament House lawns and raising over
$1,500 for youth charity CanTeen; and
(b)
the Garage Sale Trail organisation, participants, sponsors and all those
involved in making the 2014 Trail the biggest event since its inception in
2010. (4 November 2014)
415
Mr McKim to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
the decision of the Minister for Education to halve the number of Principal
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Network Leaders in the Tasmanian public education system;
that Principal Network Leaders have played a part in Tasmania’s NAPLAN
results improving faster than the rest of the country on average in every
NAPLAN measure over the last three years;
(c)
that this decision will reduce the support available to government school
principals, and reduce the capacity for schools to work together to
implement proven strategies to improve education outcomes in Tasmania’s
public education system.
Calls on the Minister for Education to reverse this short sighted decision. (4
November 2014)
(b)
(2)
416
Mr McKim to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
that a Development Application and Planning Scheme Amendment has been
lodged with Huon Valley Council for a marine bulk loading facility at
Waterloo Bay with capacity to export up to 500 000 tonnes per year;
(b)
that four 100m x 25m barges would be located at Waterloo Bay at the jetty
and at displacement moorings in the Bay;
(c)
the materials listed for deposit on the barges includes wood chips, logs,
sand, gravel, aggregate, dolomite and other bulk materials;
(d)
that an estimated 10 000 tonnes per week of materials will be loaded on the
barges involving between 200 and 600 truck movements per week;
(e)
that the proposal would involve the removal of 0.5 hectares of endangered
eucalyptus obliqua and other native forest;
(f)
that uncovered, full barges will transit down the Huon River to a ship
anchored in the lower D’Entrecasteaux Channel and that high winds could
cause loss of light materials, particularly wood chips into the Huon River
and surrounding areas; and
(g)
that this proposal raises serious concerns including loss of public open
space, impact on local tourism, the aquaculture industry, the marine and
land environment, road safety, property values, visual amenity, noise levels
and recreational fishing and boating.
(2)
Agrees that Huon Valley Council should reject the Development Application and
Planning Scheme Amendment. (4 November 2014)
417
Mr Barnett to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises that the 34th annual Tasmanian Craft Fair was held over the weekend of
Friday, 31 October 2014 to Monday, 3 November 2014.
(2)
Notes that this annual event—Australia’s largest working arts and crafts fair—
provides an opportunity for artists and craftsmen and women from across Tasmania,
the mainland states and overseas to showcase their work and art across the artistic
and artisan spectrum with a special focus in this year’s Fair being on handcrafted
musical instruments.
(3)
Further notes that this event, now held in multiple venues across the picturesque town
of Deloraine in the Meander Valley, regularly attracts more than 220 stallholders and
more than 25 000 visitors from across the state and overseas making an important
economic and social contribution to the region.
(4)
Commends this year’s special award winners including:—
(a)
Emily Snadden, the Premier’s Award for Excellence;
(b)
Greg Ash, Crafts Arts International Award – Artistic Excellence;
(c)
Daryl Bilney, Working Exhibit Award;
(d)
Chris Mitchell, Stand Presentation Award;
(e)
Tamika Bannister, First Time Exhibiter Award; and
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(5)
(6)
(f)
Anne Dechaineux, Provedores Award.
Acknowledges the hard work and commitment of the Rotary Club of Deloraine in
again organising this event and the efforts of the more than 1,000 volunteers from
community organisations such as Apex, the Lions and local churches who help make
this great event happen.
Commends the organising team for the re-investment of the Craft Fair proceeds—
more than $2 million now—back into the community over the years with projects
ranging from aged care facilities and Learn to Swim schools to scholarship funds and
public health benefiting. (4 November 2014).
418
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Warmly congratulates the Circular Head community for holding an informative,
respectful and empowering meeting in Smithton on Friday 31 October 2014, on the
impact of the drug Ice on the North West Coast of Tasmania.
(2)
Notes that an estimated 350 people attended the meeting and heard from a range of
speakers including Robert Waterman from Rural Health Tasmania, District
Commander, Lockie Avery, Health Minister Ferguson and former Magistrate, Don
Jones.
(3)
Acknowledges the concern of community members and the fact that Smithton isn’t
the only Tasmanian town affected by the growing use of Ice across regional and rural
Australia, and that the North West coast isn’t the only region in Tasmania with an Ice
problem.
(4)
Recognises that the prevalence of Ice use according to the Department of Health and
Human Services ‘Review of Drug Use and Service Responses in the North West of
Tasmania’ is highest in the Northern and Southern regions of the state.
(5)
Further recognises that while the Department of Health and Human Services’ interim
report states that, ‘there does not appear to be any emerging data to support the view
that there is a significant issue (or epidemic) in the use of methamphetamine or other
amphetamine-type stimulants in the North West region’, the same report also makes
it clear current data to assess use in the North West or any other region of Tasmania
is ‘inadequate and unreliable and virtually non-existent’.
(6)
Notes with concern that there is manifestly inadequate funding allocated to
prevention, community education, secure treatment facilities and upskilling staff
working at the front line.
(7)
Calls on the Minister for Health, Hon Michael Ferguson MP to address this lack of
resourcing as a matter of priority in order to save lives and curb demand for the drug
before it gets out of control in Tasmania as it has in other parts of the country.
(8)
Agrees to put aside partisan politics and work together as a community of
Tasmanians to support the people of Circular Head, and to tackle the profound
individual and societal harms caused by the drug Ice, or crystal methamphetamine.
(4 November 2014)
419
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that women candidates triumphed in the first all in-all out Local Government
elections held across Tasmania from 14 to 28 October 2014.
(2)
Acknowledges with pride that we now have 74 women councillors representing their
communities, who represent 28.1% of those elected to our councils.
(3)
Congratulates all those elected representatives and welcomes them – or welcomes
them back – to public office.
(4)
Notes:—
(a)
the strong mood for change expressed across Tasmanian Councils and the
many first time councillors and aldermen who were elected;
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(b)
(5)
(6)
(7)
the comments of psephologist Dr Kevin Bonham, who said that, “the
perception of council as ‘a bit of a boys’ club was a sleeper factor”.
Understands that Tasmanian voters clearly recognise that women in public office
bring certain qualities and strengths to debate and policy, and that governance is
improved when women are involved at all levels of politics.
Congratulates the 74 women, 7 female Deputy Mayors and 9 female Mayors elected
at these council elections.
Notes that while we have seen an increase in women represented, women are by no
means proportionally represented and the struggle for true gender equality in life,
business and politics, continues. (4 November 2014)
420
Mr Shelton to move—That the House:—
(1)
Acknowledges the dedication, hard work and determination that is needed to create a
successful event such as the Tasmanian Craft Fair held from 31 October 2014 to 3
November 2014.
(2)
Congratulates the Rotary club of Deloraine for their enduring commitment to the
Craft Fair which has created a reputation for Deloraine that is recognised both
nationally and internationally.
(3)
Notes that the Tasmanian Craft fair has over the years enabled many emerging artists
to gain the exposure and confidence required to make their art form truly successful.
(4)
Congratulates this year’s special award winners Emily Snaddon, the Premier’s award
for excellence, Greg Ash, Crafts Arts International award for artistic excellence,
Daryl Bilney, working exhibit award, Chris Mitchell, stand presentation award,
Tamika Bannister, first time exhibitor award and Anne Dechaineux, Provedores
award.
(5)
Acknowledges that without the efforts of the hundreds of volunteers both within and
outside of Rotary the Craft fair would not be the success that it is today.
(6)
Wishes the organising committee for the 2015 Tasmanian Craft Fair every success in
taking this wonderful event onwards and upwards. (4 November 2014)
421
The Minister for Police and Emergency Management to move—That the House Notes that:—
(a)
Wear Orange Wednesday (WOW Day) is on Wednesday 12 November
2014;
(b)
it is a day of recognition and appreciation where the dedicated work of State
Emergency Services (SES) volunteers is celebrated across Australia;
(c)
the focus of WOW Day is to encourage the community to show their
support in a very simple but highly visible gesture by wearing the colour
orange. This is the colour worn by SES volunteers;
(d)
in Tasmania there are around 550 active volunteers in 35 units. Across
Australia there are 40 000 SES volunteers who each year collectively
provide around a million hours of their time to help communities in times of
natural disasters and emergencies;
(e)
SES volunteers have a passion for helping people in the worst of weather
and at the hardest of times, helping with storm and flood operations and
other rescue activities;
(f)
all SES volunteers devote a considerable amount of time to skills
development and training to ensure they are capable to effectively carry out
the diverse range of tasks that come with being part of a dynamic and
trusted volunteer emergency service;
(g)
on WOW Day, the simple concept of wearing orange will show your
support of SES volunteers across Australia and will show that they are
valued by the communities they support and keep safe;
(h)
the SES provides a volunteer response capability for severe storms and
floods, road crash rescue, search and rescue/recovery and a range of other
general rescue and community support roles;
(i)
in addition the SES provides whole of Government advice and executive
support to the State Emergency Management Committee and Regional
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(j)
Emergency Management Planning Groups. It also takes the lead with much
of the State’s emergency management planning and emergency risk
management work; and
this Government recognises and appreciates the excellent work of all
members of the SES and encourages Tasmanians to support the SES or
consider volunteering with the SES. (4 November 2014)
423
Ms Courtney to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that the Government has a long term plan to grow the economy and create
jobs.
(2)
Acknowledges that Tasmanians continue to see positive signs that this plan is
working including:—
(a)
in non-residential construction where the year to date value of all building
approvals has reached $1.257 billion, a 23.2 per cent increase on the same
time last year;
(b)
the National Australia Bank Quarterly Business Survey showing Tasmania
is leading the country on business confidence;
(c)
Tasmania's unemployment rate having dropped 0.3 per cent since the March
election to be 7.2 per cent in September 2014;
(d)
retail trade having grown every month since March and is at a record high,
with turnover totalling $466.2 million for September 2014; and
(e)
one-thousand nine-hundred jobs having been created since the March
election.
(3)
Commends the Government for delivering on its election commitment to make
Tasmania attractive for economic investment and create jobs, despite the obvious
challenges of having been left with a budgetary mess by the incompetent former
Government. (5 November 2014)
424
Ms Courtney to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the concern many Tasmanians have with the frequency with which suspended
sentences are applied. In particular in recent months there have been several high
profile court cases where suspended sentences have been applied that have caused
many stakeholders and members of the public to voice their concerns.
(2)
Further notes the importance for the people of Tasmania to have confidence that the
justice system is delivering justice for all parties, including victims of crime.
(3)
Commends the Attorney General for commissioning the Sentencing Advisory
Council to investigate alternative sentencing options that will be introduced with the
phasing out of suspended sentences. (5 November 2014)
425
Mr McKim to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
that Rodney Croome has been named Tasmania’s Australian of the Year for
2015;
(b)
that Rodney was instrumental in the campaign to decriminalise consensual
sexual activity between adult males in Tasmania and see Tasmania move
from having some of the worst laws relating to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
Transgender and Intersex issues in Australia to having the best;
(c)
that Rodney was the founding President of ‘Working it Out’ which has
taken a lead role in education through the student program ‘Challenging
Homophobia; Affirming Diversity’;
(d)
that he is a strong advocate for marriage equality and was a foundation
Board Member of Australian Marriage Equality and is currently the
National Director;
(e)
that Rodney has previously been awarded Tasmanian Humanitarian of the
Year Award, Centenary of Federation Medal and is a Member of the Order
of Australia; and
(f)
notes that this most recent award is further recognition of Rodney’s
extensive work in promoting equality for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
Transgender and Intersex people.
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(2)
Agrees that Rodney Croome is a fitting and worthy recipient of Tasmania’s
Australian of the Year Award. (5 November 2014)
426
Mrs Rylah to move—That the House:—
(1)
Congratulates the Circular Head Council and Rural Health Tasmania for initiating a
very successful Ice Forum at Smithton on 31 October 2014 where over 350 attended.
(2)
Supports the Circular Head community as it initiates a whole of community response
to the misuse of ‘ice’ and other drugs, which has been identified in their community.
(3)
Endorses the community’s desire to address the demand as well as the supply of
drugs in this state and to address prevention, recognition of addiction, support for
families as well as addicts, for including and embracing every person through
ensuring all of us take the responsibility to ask ‘Are you OK’? and for access to
appropriate treatment services.
(4)
Acknowledges that the Circular Head community feels maligned and devalued by the
sensational media coverage of the ‘ice’ issue in North West Tasmania.
(5)
Notes:—
(a)
the North West Regional Police Commander’s statement that:—
(i)
solving the ‘ice’ issue will not be assisted by division in the
community;
(ii)
the most recent crime statistics do not support the notion of ‘an ice’
epidemic; and
(iii)
the North West Coast continues to be one of the safest regions in
Tasmania, and that Tasmania is the safest state in Australia in
which to live.
(b)
the call by retired magistrate Don Jones for:—
(i)
a change in the law to mandate treatment and rehabilitation for
some repeat offenders;
(ii)
consideration of better transport to ensure access to services and
rehabilitation; and
(iii)
a need for improved services on the North West coast.
(6)
Recognises the need to better co-ordinate the provision of drug and alcohol services.
(7)
Notes:—
(a)
advice regarding the need to improve education as a key strategy to combat
addiction and to help the community provide intervention at the earliest
opportunity, to educate parents, carers and the community at large in
identifying drug and alcohol abuse and what to do about it; and
(b)
the Liberal Government is committed to addressing the clear failure of the
Labor and Greens on this issue over the past 16 years. In conjunction with
the Circular Head community, the Government will work to address this
issue and any identified gaps in services. (5 November 2014)
427
Mrs Rylah to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
on 30 October 2014 350 students filled the Burnie Town Hall for the
culmination of the Cows Create Careers (CCC) program for 2014 on the
North West Coast;
(b)
of the 180 schools across Australia participating in this six week farm
module program 16.2% of those schools are on the North West Coast
reinforcing the importance of the dairy industry to this region and to the
State; and
(c)
CCC is a community education and industry partnership for secondary
schools which is led by Dairy Australia where free calf meal and milk
powder are given to the schools by the sponsor organisations Murray
Goulburn and Provico as part of the program.
(2)
Congratulates Dairy Tas for ensuring the delivery of a program that grabbed young
people’s attention at many learning levels.
(3)
Recognises that this program is designed to increase awareness in dairy industry
careers by offering education and pathway opportunities directly in schools.
(4)
Notes:—
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(a)
(5)
(6)
a school is provided with a diary industry curriculum and loaned two, three
week old calves to nurture. The local dairy farmers visit the schools to teach
the students how to care for the calves and talk about their career in the
dairy industry;
(b)
students feed and monitor the calves as part of a series of education
activities; and
(c)
the CCC is designed to demonstrate the relationship between key learning
areas in school, educational and vocational pathways, and real life
professional, competitively paid dairy careers.
Rewards all successful students and schools on completion of the program and
recognises the hard work of the students and teachers who participate in the program.
Congratulates:—
(a)
Smithton High School for winning the best overall senior school this year.
The team members were Samuel Green and Laura Johnson with Science
teachers Josh Smith and Doug Hamon; and
(b)
the Ulverstone High School team for winning the Junior award. The team
members to be congratulated are Alyssa Edmunds, Charlotte Hamilton,
Bentley Trail, Coby Walmsley along with Grade 7 Coordinator, Wade
Symmons. (5 November 2014)
428
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Understands that cystic fibrosis is a debilitating inherited condition for which there is
yet no cure.
(2)
Acknowledges that approximately 115 Tasmanians live with cystic fibrosis, with
over half under the age of 18 and that for these Tasmanians and their families, life is
full of challenges and many precious moments.
(3)
Notes that Tasmania has the highest rate of carriers of the cystic fibrosis gene in
Australia and the second highest in the world, with one in 20 carrying the cystic
fibrosis gene.
(4)
Acknowledges the hard work of Cystic Fibrosis Tasmania in raising awareness of the
condition and funds for medical equipment and other much needed items for those
Tasmanians living with cystic fibrosis.
(5)
Notes that the Cystic Fibrosis Tasmania ‘Red Lantern Ball’ was held on the 1
November 2014 and congratulates all who organised, supported and attended this
event.
(6)
Encourages all members to support Cystic Fibrosis Tasmania in their fundraising
goal of $25,000 in 2014, by purchasing merchandise or donating directly to support
Tasmanians living with cystic fibrosis and their families. (5 November 2014)
429
Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that despite the Cat Management Act passing the State Parliament in 2009, it
did not commence until 2012.
(2)
Further notes that despite the Act’s belated commencement the desexing and
microchipping of domestic cats is still not compulsory, and the implementation of
this Act is still woefully under-resourced.
(3)
Recognises with concern that over decades the state’s feral cat population has
become overwhelmingly established, due to breeding in the wild as well as ongoing
recruitment from the domestic population.
(4)
Notes with concern that additional to the detrimental impact upon our native species,
the feral cat population poses a growing threat to our primary industries sector,
especially due to the threat of infectious diseases such as toxoplasmosis and
sarcosystosis which pose serious economic ecological and human health risks.
(5)
Acknowledges that the Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and
Environment is in the process of developing a statewide plan to co-ordinate efforts to
control and eradicate feral cats, but also warns that without appropriate resourcing
these efforts will not achieve the necessary outcome.
(6)
Calls on the Minister for Primary Industries and Water to:—
(a)
prioritise as a matter of urgency the provision of adequate and dedicated
funds and resources to eradicate feral cats; and
(b)
amend the Cat Management Act 2009 to provide for the compulsory
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desexing and micro-chipping of domestic cats. (5 November 2014)
430
Ms Giddings to move—That the House notes:—
(1)
5 November 2014 is the national memorial service for former Prime Minister Gough
Whitlam.
(2)
The Liberal Hodgman Government rejected an offer from the Labor Party to give up
our Matter of Public Importance time in exchange for a suspension of the Sitting of
the House in order to enable members to watch this historic event and join with the
many Australians who mourn his death and want to honour his legacy. (5 November
2014)
431
The Premier to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises that, Chris Froome, winner of the 2013 Tour de France, one of the
world’s best known and most iconic bicycle races, will be visiting Tasmania in
December 2014 to race in the Stan Siejka Launceston Cycling Classic.
(2)
Notes that he, along with his Team Sky riding partner, Tasmanian Richie Porte, will
be joined in the elite men’s race by approximately 100 of Australia’s best National
Road Series riders.
(3)
Acknowledges the boost to the profile of both the race and Tasmania that their
presence will bring, showcasing the state and providing an opportunity to further
diversify our tourism sector.
(4)
Notes the State Government’s continuing financial support - $25,000 per annum for
three years – to help secure the future of this iconic northern Tasmanian event.
(5)
Thanks Richie Porte for his promotion of cycling and his home state to the world and
his role in attracting Chris Froome to Tasmania.
(6)
Notes that cycling is one of the most popular forms of exercise and recreation with
around 3.6 million people in Australia riding a bicycle for recreation and transport in
a typical week, including 97 000 in Tasmania, with just over half the households in
this State having access to a bicycle.
(7)
Commends the staff and volunteers of the Stan Siejka Cycling Classic for their
efforts in promoting cycling locally and providing support to Tasmania’s many
cyclists. (6 November 2014)
432
Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Calls for full disclosure and transparency from the Premier and Treasurer regarding
the Government’s position and communications in the matter of the public sector
unions’ proposed wage freeze application to the Tasmanian Industrial Commission.
(2)
Calls for the email from the Premier’s Office to the government’s negotiator with the
public sector unions dated Monday 3 November 2014 to be tabled forthwith. (6
November 2014)
433
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the Minister for Environment, Parks and Heritage’s deep affection towards the
Tasmanian Devil and his repeated calls to make this precious threatened species our
state emblem.
(2)
Recognises research from the University of Tasmania that found climate change to be
the biggest threat to the Tasmanian Devil, aside from the Devil Facial Tumour
Disease.
(3)
Acknowledges the comments made in the recent Intergovernmental Panel on Climate
Change Report that greenhouse gas emissions will increase the likelihood of
irreversible impacts for people and ecosystems and that, “limiting climate change
would require substantial and sustained reductions in greenhouse gas emissions
which, together with adaptation, can limit climate change risks”.
(4)
Notes:—
(a)
with shame the comments from Prime Minster Tony Abbott recently that
“coal is good for humanity”; and
(b)
with scepticism comments from representatives of the old parties, The
Minister for Environment, Parks and Heritage, Hon Matthew Groom MP
and Mr Llewellyn MP around needing a ‘bipartisan’ approach to climate
change.
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(5)
Suggests that the State Liberal Government and Labor Opposition put their political
pettiness aside, recognise that this issue is of critical importance and attempt to make
some real change when it comes to fossil fuel emissions reduction and renewable
energy, for our environment and humanity. (6 November 2014)
434
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes with embarrassment that the Abbott Government has once again brought
shame on Australia’s name internationally, this time by outsourcing our humanitarian
response to the devastating Ebola epidemic in West Africa to a private medical
company.
(2)
Further notes that Australia’s weak response to the urgent need for more medical
professionals and volunteers on the ground is in stark contrast to, for example, the
island nation of Cuba which has made the highest per capita human contribution to
assist in nations battling the virus, including Liberia, Sierra Leone and Guinea.
(3)
Notes that the Australian Medical Association asserts that the Abbott Government’s
response has been a shambles.
(4)
Calls on the Federal Government to accept that we have a humanitarian responsibility
to commit not only dollars and purchased, outsourced services but medical
professionals and volunteers on the ground where they are so desperately needed. (6
November 2014)
435
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that the G20 Summit will be held in Brisbane on 15 and 16 November 2014.
(2)
Understands that at the top of the agenda will be the Trans-Pacific Partnership, or
‘TPP’.
(3)
Recognises that despite the enormous potential implications for Australian
sovereignty, negotiations and discussion around the TPP are being held in secret and
Australians will only see details of the deal when it has been signed.
(4)
Notes that one of the major risks of the TPP is to our Pharmaceutical Benefits
Scheme (PBS), which provides cheap and accessible medications to sick Australians,
who more often than not, cannot afford the full price medication.
(5)
Applauds the efforts of Greens Senator Peter Whish-Wilson, who has repeatedly
called for transparency in the TPP negotiations and for environmental laws, civil
liberties and the Australian public’s access to the PBS to be protected.
(6)
Calls on the Tasmanian Liberal Government to lobby their Federal colleagues to also
ensure this protection.
(7)
Encourages all Members to support the National Day of Action on the TPP on
Saturday 8 November 2014. (6 November 2014)
436
Mrs Rylah to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises the tremendous contribution of 2014 Tasmanian Local Hero recipient,
Mrs Mary Kay.
(2)
Notes:—
(a)
Mary has operated the Smithton Coast Guard radio for the last 18 years;
(b)
she is the only woman in Tasmania to operate such a marine station entirely
on her own;
(c)
the radio service, call sign VKT 750, operates 24 hours a day and has
coverage from Rocky Cape in the east, north - covering all the islands and
Bass Strait almost to King Island - and south, down the West Coast to Sandy
Cape;
(d)
Mary runs a demanding and reliable schedule for fishermen and recreational
boat-owners in the North West;
(e)
this much appreciated voluntary service has grown from a few calls a year to
over 5,000 calls ranging from answering distress signals of fishermen and
sailors, to helping police and marine rescue as well as notifying customs of
suspicious activities;
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(f)
(2)
Mary’s calm voice and perfect diction echoes across the airwaves every day
providing weather reports and weather warnings as well as recording
positions and the occasional friendly chatter;
(g)
having moved to Australia from Yorkshire, England at 11 years of age her
father, a sailor, always took her to the sea and so she learned of the
importance of helping in her community and combined this with the unfilled need in the far North West for reliable marine radio communication;
(h)
Mary was the driving force behind the placement of crucial repeater aerials
on Three Hummock Island and at Bluff Hill Point giving radio service to
those fishermen and the adventurous boat owners out in Bass Strait and
down the West Coast;
(i)
records show Mary has assisted over 160 people and helped to save six
people’s lives; and
(j)
At 77 years of age Mary continues to provide a wonderful service to the
community.
Congratulates Mary for her outstanding service to the community and being named
the Tasmanian Local Hero award winner this week. It is truly well deserved. (6
November 2014)
437
Mr Brooks to move—That the House notes:—
(a)
that during the night of 10 February 1964, HMAS Voyager collided with
HMAS Melbourne resulting in the loss of life of 81 Royal Australian Navy
members and 1 civilian on board the HMAS Voyager, during training
manoeuvres off the coast of Jervis Bay, NSW;
(b)
that this incident remains the largest Australian military loss of life during
peace time;
(c)
the many heroic actions on the night, such as those by Chief Petty Officer
Jonathan ‘Buck’ Rogers, who was posthumously awarded the George Cross
medal for his actions during the sinking. Chief Rogers recognised that he
was unable to escape through the escape hatch, so he organised the
evacuation of those who could escape, then led those stuck in the
compartment in prayers and hymns as they remained in a flooding
compartment. Those that were able to get out could hear Chief Rogers
singing Amazing Grace;
(d)
that the Devonport / Ulverstone sub section of the Naval Association of
Australia unveiled a plaque at Shropshire Naval Memorial Park in
Ulverstone on Sunday 2 November 2013 to commemorate the 50 year
anniversary of the disaster and to recognise the sacrifice many made on that
fateful night;
(e)
that the Shropshire Naval Memorial Park in Ulverstone is the largest naval
memorial park in Australia; and
(f)
the vast amount of work the Devonport / Ulverstone sub section of the
Naval Association of Australia undertake on the North West Coast to
support ex-service and currently serving members of the Royal Australian
Navy and provides an opportunity for ex-naval personnel to discuss the
history and experiences of the Royal Australian Navy. (6 November 2014)
438
The Minister for Health to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises that the first annual International Pathology Day was on 5 November
2014, and is an opportunity to celebrate the vital work of pathologists and highlight
the important role of pathology in individual health outcomes.
(2)
Highlights the often unseen work of pathologists in informing the diagnosis and
management of infection, illness and disease in the community.
(3)
Acknowledges that pathology is about more than just blood and microbes and that
pathologists have made significant contributions to health care through discovery and
innovation. (6 November 2014)
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Mr Barnett to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises that Tuesday, 11 November, 2014 will be Remembrance Day, an annual
day commemorating the service and sacrifice of Australian servicemen and women
who have died in the line of duty.
(2)
Notes that this day, first held in 1919, originally marked the end of hostilities in the
Great War at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918 and is now
commemorated across the Commonwealth and in other parts of the globe.
(3)
Further notes that Remembrance Day has been observed in Australia since the end of
the Great War, with a resolution passed that from 11 November 1921, the Flanders
poppy—a blood-red flower that bloomed across the battlefields of the Western
Front—would be worn on Remembrance Day—then Armistice Day—as a sign of
remembrance.
(4)
Encourages all Tasmanians to honour the traditional minute’s silence at 11am on
Remembrance Day, reflect and give thanks for the sacrifice of our servicemen and
women. (6 November 2014)
440
Mr Barnett to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises that Friday, 14 November, 2014 is World Diabetes Day, an international
day of awareness and advocacy on behalf of those affected by diabetes.
(2)
Notes that this annual day of awareness, created by the International Diabetes
Federation and World Health Organization in 1991, unites the global diabetes
community, encouraging individuals and communities to give voice to the effect of
diabetes—an escalating health problem across the world—in their lives.
(3)
Further notes that World Diabetes Day coincides this year with Walk to Work Day,
an annual day dedicated to encouraging people to increase their daily exercise levels
to improve physical and mental health, prevent disease, and enhance general wellbeing. Funds raised during this year’s event will go to supporting the valuable work
of Diabetes Australia in advocating for and supporting the more than 1.7 million
Australians, including over 25 000 Tasmanians, living with diabetes.
(4)
Encourages all Tasmanians to get involved by either joining the walk which
commences at 8am at the Cenotaph before walking to Parliament Lawns for a light
breakfast or by walking to work, getting off the bus a few stops early, leaving the car
a few blocks further from work or organising a lunchtime walk.
(5)
Congratulates the staff and volunteers of Diabetes Australia and Diabetes Tasmania
for their tireless efforts in advocating on behalf of those affected by diabetes. (6
November 2014)
441
Mr Barnett to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises that Sunday 9 November 2014 will be the 69th annual Brighton Show.
(2)
Notes that this agricultural show, first held in 1946, is now one of the biggest events
held in the Brighton region and has been steadily growing for the past twenty years.
(3)
Further notes that the Show, which offers the same range of events as the Royal
Hobart Show, is a primarily rural event, attracting entrants and visitors from all over
Tasmania and showcases rural industries, awarding high-performers from this sector.
(4)
Congratulates the Brighton Agricultural Society, organisers of this superb event,
wishing them every success for Sunday’s event and future Shows.
(5)
Notes in passing that the most profitable fundraiser at the inaugural Brighton Show in
1946 was the beer tent with money raised funding the construction of the local war
memorial. (6 November 2014)
442
The Premier to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises that the visit by the Chinese President Xi Jinping was a momentous
occasion for Tasmania.
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(2)
(3)
(4)
Acknowledges that the TasInvest Forum, which coincided with conclusion of
negotiations of the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement, and the visit by Chinese
President Xi Jinping have all generated unprecedented opportunities for growing the
economy, creating jobs and shaping a more prosperous future for the State.
Welcomes the signing of ten significant Memoranda of Understanding between
Chinese and Tasmanian partners throughout last week that facilitate cooperation,
investment and create a range of job opportunities for Tasmania and China
including:—
(a)
cementing our reputation as the Gateway to the Antarctic;
(b)
strengthening our sister city ties with the Fujian province; and
(c)
building on our competitive strengths like renewable energy and fruit
production.
Notes:—
(a)
that the exposure for Tasmania created by the President’s visit, the
investment ties which will come from the TasInvest Summit, and the direct
links established by these Memoranda of Understanding will combine to
provide huge opportunities for Tasmania and Tasmanian jobs.
(b)
that the Liberal Government is committed to build on our successful ties
with China for the future prosperity for Tasmania, for growing our economy
and creating jobs. (25 November 2014)
443
The Premier to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that the week of 16 to 22 November 2014 was a historic and momentous week
for Tasmania.
(2)
Applauds Tasmania’s warm welcome of the Chinese President, Xi Jinping and
Madame Peng Liyuan.
(3)
Recognises that our friendship with China is valued and very important, and that the
Presidential visit has further strengthened our ties.
(4)
Acknowledges that the Presidential visit has given us invaluable exposure in a
country that represents our number one international tourism market, and will no
doubt inspire more Chinese travellers to visit our State.
(5)
Welcomes the opportunity to strengthen the economic and cultural ties between
Tasmania and China, our State’s largest trading partner and major source of much
needed investment in our State.
(6)
Particularly acknowledges that there is a growing appetite for our major sectors of
produce such as dairy, meat and fresh fruit and vegetables, and we’re ready to make
the most of the exposure created by the President’s visit.
(7)
Notes that the Liberal Government is committed to build on our successful ties with
China for the future prosperity for Tasmania, for growing our economy and creating
jobs.
(8)
Congratulates those involved in ensuring the visit was a success and cementing
Tasmania’s enduring friendship with China. (25 November 2014)
444
The Premier to move—That the House:—
(1)
Acknowledges the extraordinary success of Restaurant Australia’s ‘Invite the World
to Dinner’ gala event held in Hobart on 14 November 2014.
(2)
Congratulates John Fitzgerald and his team at Tourism Tasmania for their determined
approach to winning the right to host this signature event in Tasmania, and their
significant commitment to ensuring its success.
(3)
Further congratulates Creative Director Leigh Carmichael and his team for delivering
a truly memorable event that has created a lasting legacy for tourism in Tasmania.
(4)
Thanks CEO John O’Sullivan and his team at Tourism Australia for the opportunity
to host the event.
(5)
Acknowledges the role of our Tasmanian event ambassadors: Bill Lark, Giles Fisher
and Rob Pennicott in highlighting Tasmania’s unique offerings.
(6)
Congratulates chefs Neil Perry AM, Peter Gilmore and Ben Shewry for delivering an
astonishing culinary experience.
(7)
Thanks everyone involved in the recruitment and training of Tasmanian waiting and
bar staff, particularly the Tasmanian Hospitality Association who made such a
wonderful impression on the night.
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(8)
Notes that between them, the 86 international influencers reach a global audience of
around 400 million people via their TV shows, magazine and newspaper articles,
online blogs and their social media commentary. (25 November 2014)
446
The Minister for Women to move—That the House notes:—
(a)
on 24 November 2014 the screening of the film Sin by Silence, was hosted
by Breaking the Silence Advocacy Group;
(b)
Sin by Silence is a film about battered women who were imprisoned for
killing their abusive husbands, who found their own voice and are helping
other women to find their voice too;
(c)
Sin by Silence demonstrates that when we stand together, we can make a
difference for women, who are, or have, experienced family violence. The
film reminds us that reducing violence against women and their children is a
whole-of-community responsibility but one that is achievable;
(d)
Sin by Silence sends an important message that every community must have
a unified front to stop violence against women and also sends a message to
all women in our community who are experiencing violence, that they are
not alone and their voice will be heard;
(e)
the Breaking in the Silence Advocacy Group and the Red Cross have been
working together in the local community for several years as part of a
community-driven effort to support the women and children affected by
family violence to speak out against it; and
(f)
the Liberal Government congratulates Breaking the Silence Advocacy
Group and the Red Cross on their ongoing commitment and efforts to
reduce violence against women and their children. (25 November 2014)
447
The Minister for Human Services to move—That the House notes that:—
(a)
on 13 and 14 November 2014 the National Foster and Kinship Care
Conference was held in Hobart, which was co-hosted by Kennerley
Children’s Homes and the Foster Carers Association of Tasmania;
(b)
in line with the conference theme, ‘together, we can only get better’,
Kennerly Children’s Homes and the Foster Carers Association of Tasmania
arranged high quality keynote speakers and master class presenters from
right around Australia and New Zealand;
(c)
hundreds of conference delegates including foster and kinship carers,
service providers, child protection workers, educators and community
organisations from every state and territory in Australia, as well as from
New Zealand shared their experiences and ideas over the two days;
(d)
the conference also included presentation of awards which recognised
excellence among carers, providers of therapeutic services, child protection
workers and non-government organisations, who all work to provide healing
homes, supportive services and strong leadership to the foster and kinship
care sector; and
(e)
the Liberal Government congratulates Kennerley Children’s Homes and the
Foster Carers Association of Tasmania on the highly successful national
conference and thanks and congratulates all our carers, service providers,
child protection workers and non-government organisations for the role they
play in providing care and support for children and young people in need.
(25 November 2014)
448
Mr Bacon to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that:—
(a)
The Centenary of ANZAC represents one of the most significant occasions
for our nation;
(b)
The Frank MacDonald Memorial Prize is named in honour of Tasmania’s
last surviving World War I veteran, and plays a vital role in ensuring young
Tasmanians gain an understanding of the ANZAC spirit;
(c)
since the first competition in 2003, more than 55 Tasmanian students have
taken part; and
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(d)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
thousands more Tasmanian students who entered the competition have
discovered more about Tasmania’s military history and the spirit of those
who left our shores for the war effort to protect those they were leaving
behind.
Congratulates the six winners for 2014:—
(a)
Jenna Carmichael, Sacred Heart College;
(b)
Alice Curtain, Ogilvie High School;
(c)
Lilah Gmelig, Ogilvie High School;
(d)
Liam Grieve, Burnie High School;
(e)
Jacoba Sayers, Rose Bay High School; and
(f)
Olivia Toohey, Calvin Christian School.
Notes:—
(a)
the students will be supported by two teachers; Margaret Bester from Calvin
Christian School and David Boon from Albuera Street Primary School; and
(b)
the study tour group will also include Mr Terry Roe JP representing the RSL
and two officers from the Department of Premier and Cabinet as tour
leaders.
Congratulates Adam Brooks MP Parliamentary Secretary for Small Business and
Trade as the parliamentary representative.
Wishes them the best as they embark on the journey of a lifetime. (25 November
2014)
449
Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Condemns the Hodgman Liberal Government for its myopic and ideologically driven
campaign against the State’s public sector, and the Government’s continual attempts
to escalate conflict with workers and their union representatives.
(2)
Notes the assertion by the Treasurer that the Liberal Government has “ended the
recession”.
(3)
Rejects the blatant disingenuous nature of such a claim which attempts to take credit
for the economic reforms of the previous period of Government; and which
conveniently ignores that if such a recession has been fixed already then that
occurred with the current number of public sector workers employed.
(4)
Calls on the Hodgman Government to acknowledge that there can be no need to sack
over 820 public sector works post-recession.
(5)
Demands the Hodgman Government cuts the spin, cuts the deliberate campaign of
division and conflict, instead of cutting the public sector. (25 November 2014)
450
Mr Booth to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the Tasmania Opportunity Statewide Leaders’ Summit, held in Launceston on
Monday 10 November 2014, that brought together a range of Tasmanian leaders from
political, business, community and religious organisations to develop a framework
for a more ‘humane approach to support people seeking asylum in Australia’
including Tasmania becoming a pilot project for on-shore community-based
detention and processing.
(2)
Congratulates the organisers, speakers and the seventy strong participants all of
whom contributed to a constructive and informative Summit.
(3)
Acknowledges the Executive Summary of proceedings which the Summit organisers
circulated recently to the Premier, Leader of the Labor Opposition, and Leader of the
Tasmanian Greens.
(4)
Welcomes the intent of the Tasmanian Opportunity organisation to present
Government with a costed and compelling argument for a change to the current
policy of offshore detention to an onshore processing facility based upon both human
rights considerations, and the strong fiscal and economic evidence of the benefit of
investing a proportion of the extensive cost savings in local communities.
(5)
Notes the following recommendation contained in the Summit Proceedings Executive
Summary:—
(a)
that the Tasmanian Government recognise The Tasmania Opportunity as a
Project of State Significance and as such publically endorse continued
investigation and subsequent development of a comprehensive business case
for Tasmania to establish itself as the national leader in safe, humane and
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(6)
dignified processing of people seeking Australia’s protection as refugees;
and
(b)
that the Tasmanian Government commit to financially support the
preparation of the business case through the provision of access to resources
and expertise within the relevant Government Departments (State Growth,
Treasury, Premier and Cabinet, Health, Education) and/or through the
provision of a grant sufficient to enable the engagement of an appropriate
high-level economic consultancy to formalise such a business case.
Calls on the Hodgman Government to provide in-principle support for the
development of a costed business case to establish Tasmania as a pilot project for onshore processing of asylum seekers, and to prioritise meeting with the Tasmania
Opportunity proponents as soon as practicable to identify and formalise appropriate
funding and resourcing needed for the business case to be undertaken. (25 November
2014)
451
Ms Courtney to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that on 22 November 2014 James Halliday’s Top 100 Wines of 2014 was
released.
(2)
Acknowledges that of the 100 wines selected, 8 of these are Australian Sparkling
Wines, 4 of which are Tasmanian.
(3)
Congratulates each of the Tasmanian Wineries and the associated Sparkling Wines
that achieved this accolade:—
(a)
Arras Blanc de Blancs 2004;
(b)
Bay of Fires Tasmanian Cuvee Pinot Noir Chardonnay Brut NV;
(c)
Clover Hill Tasmanian Cuvee NV; and
(d)
Josef Chromy Vintage Sparkling 2008.
(4)
Recognises the success of 3 other Tasmanian Wines for also being selected in the
Top 100 Wines of 2014:—
(a)
Heemskerk Coal River Valley Chardonnay 2012;
(b)
Freycinet Pinot Noir 2013; and
(c)
Tolpuddle Vineyard Pinot Noir 2013.
(5)
Commends the great work done by vignerons around Tasmania to produce and
promote premium cool climate wine and wishes them all the best as they embark on
the 2015 vintage season. (25 November 2014)
452
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the overwhelming weight of evidence linking solarium use to skin and eye
cancers, including deadly melanomas and that exposure to solariums was first listed
as a known human carcinogen linked to malignant melanoma of the skin and eye in
the Ninth Report on Carcinogens in 2000.
(2)
Agrees with the Cancer Council Australia and the Australasian College of
Dermatologists that no solarium can provide a safe tan, and supports the Cancer
Council’s evidence-based call for a ban on solariums across Australia.
(3)
Acknowledges that New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland and South Australia will
have bans in place on 1 January 2015, with Western Australia also stating its
intention to ban solariums.
(4)
Recalls that in 2012, the Tasmanian House of Assembly voted unanimously in
support of a ban on solariums in Tasmania from 1 January 2015.
(5)
Notes that the end of 2014 is fast approaching with no sign to date that the deadline
will be met, and the Liberal Health Minister appearing to backtrack on the Liberals’
previous strong commitment to protecting Tasmanians from the harms caused by
solariums.
(6)
Reaffirms the Tasmanian Parliament’s tripartisan support for a ban on solariums, but
extends the deadline for the ban to commence on 1 July 2015 to ensure adequate time
to engage with solarium owners and make the necessary administrative and
legislative arrangements. (25 November 2014)
453
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes with shame that one in three women and girls globally experience some form
of physical and or sexual violence in their lifetime, that on average one Australian
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(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
woman dies each week at the hands of her violent partner and ex-partner and that this
devastating human toll is also felt there in Tasmania.
Understands that violence against women is a crime and a human rights violation.
Recognises that 25 November 2014 is the International Day for Elimination of
Violence against Women, and is also White Ribbon Day in Australia.
Applauds the work of White Ribbon Australia, who encourages men in community
leadership roles to stand up and challenge the attitudes and behaviours of the
minority of men who use or condone violence against women.
Acknowledges the United Nations campaign to ‘Orange Up’ your neighbourhood for
the 16 days from 25 November until 10 December 2014 for International Human
Rights Day, in a colourful campaign to end gender based violence.
Congratulates all the three male leaders of their respective political parties for
standing together to condemn violence against women, and all members for putting
politics aside, to work together in tripartite support to promote gender equality, a
safer community and end violence against women.
Encourages Tasmanians to ‘orange up’ their neighbourhoods over the next 16 days,
speak up against violence towards women and heed the words of White Ribbon
Australia ‘ Good men cannot and will not sit on the sidelines who those they love are
at risk of harm’. (25 November 2014)
454
Ms O’Connor to move—That the House:—
(1)
Has a strong and clear recollection that, on the eve of the 2013 Federal Election,
when he was Opposition Leader, Tony Abbott, promised there would be no cuts to
the ABC.
(2)
Agrees that Mr Abbott lied to the Australian people.
(3)
Unanimously condemns the $254 million cut to ABC funding over the next five
years and the devastating impact this will have on local jobs and local content in
Tasmania, with cuts announced to local news and a decision to axe the state-based
7.30 Report.
(4)
Expresses its unequivocal support for the highly professional ABC Tasmania staff
and commits to standing together to protect their jobs, local content and production in
the State. (25 November 2014)
455
Mr McKim to move—That the House notes:—
(a)
that retired Victorian Supreme Court Judges, Justices Frank Vincent and
John Coldrey have recently stated, in the Age Newspaper of 22 November
2014 that ‘tough on crime’ policies will prove unjust and counter-productive
and the trend to gaol more offenders will lead to many of them becoming
more violent on release;
(b)
that both Judges are concerned that politicians are restricting a court’s
abilities to take into account individual circumstances of each case;
(c)
Justice Vincent is quoted as saying: ‘There is nothing to suggest that this
will make us safer, In fact the opposite may well be true with a reduction in
public safety connected to increased levels of incarceration’;
(d)
that the Liberal’s policies of mandatory imprisonment and abolition of
suspended sentences will lead to an increase in the prison population and
that prison rehabilitation programs will struggle to deal with an increase in
numbers;
(e)
that Justice Coldrey believes that mandatory sentencing laws are a recipe for
injustice and restrict judges’ ability to act fairly; and
(f)
that the Liberal Government should remember that prison is the punishment
of last resort, and the mandatory sentencing risks making our community
less safe by overcrowding our prisons and compromising rehabilitation. (25
November 2014)
456
Mr Green to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes the historic and successful visit of the Chinese President, His Excellency Xi
Jinping and Madame Peng Liyaun to Tasmania.
(2)
Recognises that this was the culmination of many decades of relationship building
between China and Tasmania across all sides of politics.
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(3)
(4)
Congratulates master timber craftsman, George Harris and West Coast miner Shane
Dohnt for their contribution to a unique gift to the President which showcased
Tasmania’s unique environmental and cultural heritage.
Notes:—
(a)
that the gift consisted of a handmade Huon Pine box containing a stunning
example of crocoite, Tasmania’s mineral emblem;
(b)
the gift drew on the early history of Tasmania’s relationship with China
which was forged through mining; and
(c)
that it is a testament to the power of friendship that nearly 150 years after
the first Chinese miners arrived in Tasmania and 35 years since the sister
state relationship with Fujian Province, Tasmania has had the great honour
of hosting the President of the world’s second largest economy. (25
November 2014)
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Mr Barnett to move—That the House:—
(1)
Recognises the caring and professional role played by school chaplains in
promoting the social, emotional and spiritual well-being of students across Tasmania.
(2)
Notes that Federal funding for chaplains is distributed to States and Territories with
the following conditions:—
(a)
participation by schools and students is voluntary;
(b)
all schools must be invited to apply for funding for a school chaplain;
(c)
chaplains may be from any faith;
(d)
chaplains are not permitted to proselytise and must respect other people’s
views, values and beliefs; and
(e)
chaplains must comply with State and Territory laws and policies in relation
to child protection matters and meet minimum qualification requirements.
(3)
Acknowledges the overwhelmingly positive response of school bodies involved in
the voluntary chaplaincy program to their chaplains with a 2009 national study into
the effectiveness of chaplaincy in government schools conducted by academics from
Edith Cowan University and the University of New England finding that:—
(a)
98% of principals surveyed said that chaplaincy made a major contribution
to school morale and fulfilled a niche and unique role within the school
body;
(b)
92% of principals surveyed felt it was highly important to continue having a
chaplain serve in their school;
(c)
73% of students surveyed felt their chaplain was highly important in the
school and accessible.
(4)
Notes that as a result of recent agreement between the State and Federal Government,
around 100 chaplaincy positions in schools across Tasmania will be supported with
funding of $20,000 per school being contributed by the Federal Government with an
additional $4,000 available for schools in remote areas.
(5)
Further notes that school chaplaincy in Tasmania has attracted significant additional
local and school backing in 2014 - an indication of the strong support given by
communities to chaplains.
(6)
Commends chaplaincy providers for their tireless efforts in supporting our school
chaplains.
(7)
Congratulates chaplains in schools across Tasmania for their proactive, holistic and
caring approach to student welfare and wellbeing. (25 November 2014)
459
Ms O’Byrne to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes that:—
(a)
the Industrial Relations system has served this community well for many
years as the independent umpire of industrial arbitration and conciliation;
and
(b)
comments by respected former Tasmanian Industrial Commission President,
Lloyd Koerbin who said he was appalled by the State Government’s
treatment of its tribunal and workforce.
(2)
Condemns this Government’s ideologically driven attack on the Tasmanian Industrial
Commission and reaffirms its support for the independent industrial process. (25
November 2015)
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Ms O’Byrne to move—That the House:—
(1)
Notes:—
(a)
the Tasmanian Opportunity Statewide Leaders’ Summit held in Launceston
on Monday 10 November 2014;
(b)
that the Tasmania Opportunity was convened by a group of Tasmanians
with a shared concern with respect to the current policies and practices
related to off-shore processing of asylum seekers and a vision for how a new
and better framework could bring unprecedented economic and social
benefits to Tasmania and Australia;
(c)
that the Summit bought together over seventy Tasmanian leaders from
political, business, community and religious organisations. The key purpose
of the Summit was to catalyse a cohesive and proactive process in which
Tasmanian agencies and communities have input into the development of a
framework for a smarter, less costly and more humane approach to support
people seeking asylum in Australia; and
(d)
there are around 33,500 asylum seekers in Australia and more than 2,300 in
Nauru and PNG whom may be in need of international protection and
without a durable solution. An overwhelming message from the Summit
was that a better way needs to be found, a way that significantly improves
the experiences of those arriving in Australia seeking asylum and in addition
could free up billions of Australian tax-payers’ dollars and that a caring and
humane on-shore processing in Tasmania would be a very advantageous
solution to the current situation.
(2)
Further notes the recommendations of the Summit, namely:—
(a)
that the Tasmanian Government recognise The Tasmania Opportunity as a
Project of State Significance and as such publically endorse continued
investigation and subsequent development of a comprehensive business case
for Tasmania to establish itself as the national leader in safe, humane and
dignified processing of people seeking Australia’s protection as refugees;
and
(b)
that the Tasmanian Government commit to financially support the
preparation of the business case through the provision of access to resources
and expertise within the relevant Government Departments (State Growth,
Treasury, Premier and Cabinet, Health, Education) and/or through the
provision of a grant sufficient to enable the engagement. (25 November
2014)
P. R. ALCOCK, Clerk of the House
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