Monthly Archives: August 2011

The responsibilities of opposition

Posted on 9 August 2011 by Peter Boyer

The failure of Tony Abbott and Will Hodgman to get their heads around climate change is letting down their party and the electors they represent. [9 August 2011 | Peter Boyer] Ask any politician why they’re in the game and they’ll … Continue reading →

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Where’s the action in this “action plan”?

Posted on 2 August 2011 by Peter Boyer

Tasmania’s new climate-energy plan lacks the spark that could get us going. We can do better. [2 August 2011 | Peter Boyer] Tasmania is well placed to act decisively on climate change and lead the world in embracing a low-carbon … Continue reading →

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