Tag Archives: Cassy O’Connor

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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Tasmania stakes a claim to leadership

Posted on 3 December 2013 by Peter Boyer

The new Tasmanian climate change strategy is a huge advance on the 2011 version. Does it give us bragging rights? [3 December 2013 | Peter Boyer] What does it mean to be a Tasmanian? What is our place in the … Continue reading →

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Tasmania joins the mad coal party

Posted on 26 November 2013 by Peter Boyer

If you think Tasmania’s isolation protects us from the global madness that is modern coal mining, think again. [26 November 2013 | Peter Boyer] Let’s be clear: Employment is important. I have no problem with corporations paying people to dig … Continue reading →

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