Roger Jaensch, Minister for Housing;
Sue Hickey, Liberal Member for Clark
An Expo will be held in October this year that will provide information and raise awareness about the range of services available for Tasmanians experiencing housing stress or who are at risk of homelessness.
Jeremy Rockliff, Minister for Education and Training
More than 2,500 Tasmanians are set to benefit from the Hodgman majority Liberal Government’s latest $3.7 million investment in training.
Education and skills remain at the heart of this Government’s commitment to deliver on our long term Plan for Tasmania and maintain the momentum of our growing economy.
The most recent Skills Fund will provide $2.1 million in job seeker training in industries including transport and logistics, security, aged services, retail, and agriculture.
Michael Ferguson, Minister for Science and Technology
Tasmania is home to some of the nation’s best scientists, and the Hodgman majority Liberal Government is committed to supporting our growing science and research community. We recognise that our scientific community is vital for our future economy, quality of life, health and security.
I was pleased to again host the annual Science Meets Parliament event at Parliament House tonight, which brings together our leading scientists with elected Tasmanian parliamentarians and policy makers.
The Hodgman majority Liberal Government welcomes the Legislative Council’s report which supports the development of the North East Rail corridor and recognises its economic benefits for the region.
The report recommends the establishment of a heritage rail line between Launceston and Lilydale, as well as supporting the development of a rail trail for cyclists and walkers from Lilydale to Scottsdale.
Elise Archer, Minister for Building and Construction
The Hodgman majority Liberal Government is a strong supporter of our building and construction sector, and we are committed to further investment and jobs across the industry.
This is why it is no surprise that momentum in Tasmania’s housing sector continues to strengthen, according to data released today by the ABS for June 2019.
Will Hodgman, Minister for Trade;
Guy Barnett, Minister for Primary Industries and Water
In a significant boost for local producers and exporters, Tasmania’s moratorium on Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) will be extended for another 10 years.
The $2 million helipad at the Mersey Community Hospital is now complete, meaning more patients in the North-West will receive the care they need sooner at the health facility that is best able to provide it.
The Hodgman majority Liberal Government is delivering on its plan to supercharge our aeromedical capacity as part of our $125 million package to boost ambulance services.
