Category Archives: forest science

Fire management: too important for party politics

Posted on 7 January 2014 by Peter Boyer

Bushfire mitigation strategies need broad community support, not political posturing. [7 January 2014 | Peter Boyer] With a coolish, dampish December in Tasmania and a forecast wetter-than-average summer in the south, it doesn’t seem the time to think about bushfire. … Continue reading →

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One-party government is no longer the rule

Posted on 31 December 2013 by Peter Boyer

Tough times call for more sensible politics, but it’s hard for some to break old habits. [31 December 2013 | Peter Boyer] In the cauldron of politics, good policy gets pushed to the side. Important issues like climate and refugees … Continue reading →

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Climate change: the wildfire issue that won’t go away

Posted on 29 October 2013 by Peter Boyer

Tony Abbott’s denial of a link between wildfires and climate change undermines preparation for future fire emergencies. [29 October 2013 | Peter Boyer] Tony Abbott has done a fair bit around bushfires. As a volunteer on a rural fire brigade … Continue reading →

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