helenburnet.bsky.social
@helenburnet.bsky.social
Independent Member for Clark
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1700 Tasmanians to lose their jobs to pay for Jeremy “Not a Red Cent More” Rockcliff’s stadium.”
Where are the unions on this??
Where is TAS ALP on this??
#politas @kristiejohnstonmp.bsky.social @megwebb-mlc.bsky.social @andrewwilkiemp.bsky.social @helenburnet.bsky.social
Where are the unions on this??
Where is TAS ALP on this??
#politas @kristiejohnstonmp.bsky.social @megwebb-mlc.bsky.social @andrewwilkiemp.bsky.social @helenburnet.bsky.social
Government to slash 1,700 jobs as Abetz looks to rein in Tasmanian spending
The Tasmanian government will slash 1,700 jobs through natural attrition and negotiated voluntary redundancies, as Treasurer Eric Abetz unveils his second state budget.
www.abc.net.au
May 21, 2026 at 6:24 AM
1700 Tasmanians to lose their jobs to pay for Jeremy “Not a Red Cent More” Rockcliff’s stadium.”
Where are the unions on this??
Where is TAS ALP on this??
#politas @kristiejohnstonmp.bsky.social @megwebb-mlc.bsky.social @andrewwilkiemp.bsky.social @helenburnet.bsky.social
Where are the unions on this??
Where is TAS ALP on this??
#politas @kristiejohnstonmp.bsky.social @megwebb-mlc.bsky.social @andrewwilkiemp.bsky.social @helenburnet.bsky.social
Treasurer Eric Abetz warns that we should brace for pain in the budget, with cuts to jobs and services widely expected.
May 21, 2026 at 12:10 AM
Treasurer Eric Abetz warns that we should brace for pain in the budget, with cuts to jobs and services widely expected.
Native forest logging is a climate disaster - but it's also financially ruinous. Not only are we facing a wood supply cliff, but this week we are also facing a budget cliff.
May 19, 2026 at 1:08 AM
Native forest logging is a climate disaster - but it's also financially ruinous. Not only are we facing a wood supply cliff, but this week we are also facing a budget cliff.
It's been a few weeks now - how are you finding free public transport so far? Are you getting the bus more, or even perhaps getting more active in general? The Menzies Institute would like to know, and you can win a $100 gift card for taking part
May 14, 2026 at 4:40 AM
It's been a few weeks now - how are you finding free public transport so far? Are you getting the bus more, or even perhaps getting more active in general? The Menzies Institute would like to know, and you can win a $100 gift card for taking part
The numbers around short stay are frightening - hundreds of whole homes being converted to short stay and councils can't do a thing about it.
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05...
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05...
After long absence, Tasmania's short-stay figures just got released
Almost 500 dwellings in Tasmania have been converted to short-stay accommodation in just over a year. It's the first time short-stay data has been updated since the end of 2024.
www.abc.net.au
May 14, 2026 at 1:52 AM
The numbers around short stay are frightening - hundreds of whole homes being converted to short stay and councils can't do a thing about it.
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05...
www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05...
The budget's reforms to negative gearing and capital gains tax are a welcome step toward fixing a rental market that's become unsustainable for everyone involved.
Years of generous tax incentives for landlords has created a churning market for rental properties.
Years of generous tax incentives for landlords has created a churning market for rental properties.
May 13, 2026 at 12:47 AM
The budget's reforms to negative gearing and capital gains tax are a welcome step toward fixing a rental market that's become unsustainable for everyone involved.
Years of generous tax incentives for landlords has created a churning market for rental properties.
Years of generous tax incentives for landlords has created a churning market for rental properties.
Have the Government done their due diligence on the stadium contract bidders? Webuild, one of the companies involved, has run into serious issues delivering projects in NSW, and have been put on notice by the NSW Government.
May 11, 2026 at 5:59 AM
Have the Government done their due diligence on the stadium contract bidders? Webuild, one of the companies involved, has run into serious issues delivering projects in NSW, and have been put on notice by the NSW Government.
My Talking Point column in today's Mercury: www.helenburnet.com.au/media-1/new-...
Talking Points: Short-stay tax will not solve rental crisis — HELEN BURNET - INDEPENDENT MEMBER FOR CLARK
New 'misguided' Tasmanian short-stay tax will not solve rental crisis, critics warn A half-baked short stay levy won't fix Tasmania's housing crisis, Helen Burnet writes Another month, another re...
www.helenburnet.com.au
May 5, 2026 at 4:57 AM
My Talking Point column in today's Mercury: www.helenburnet.com.au/media-1/new-...
Housing is shaping up to be the key issue in Parliament this week, as we debate the Short Stay Levy among other measures. But the housing crisis won't be fixed by tinkering at the edges.
May 5, 2026 at 4:50 AM
Housing is shaping up to be the key issue in Parliament this week, as we debate the Short Stay Levy among other measures. But the housing crisis won't be fixed by tinkering at the edges.
Applications close TOMORROW for the wonderful Pathways to Politics for Women program 2026: pathwaystopolitics.org.au
I can't recommend this enough - send me a message if you have any questions
I can't recommend this enough - send me a message if you have any questions
Changing the face of politics - Pathways to Politics
The Pathways to Politics Program for Women is a national, proudly non-partisan initiative that aims to change the face of politics by equipping women with the skills, knowledge, confidence and network...
pathwaystopolitics.org.au
April 29, 2026 at 5:17 AM
Applications close TOMORROW for the wonderful Pathways to Politics for Women program 2026: pathwaystopolitics.org.au
I can't recommend this enough - send me a message if you have any questions
I can't recommend this enough - send me a message if you have any questions
Solidarity with HACSU members striking today in protest at the government's plans to sell off Clare House and move Child and Youth Mental Health Services into a totally inappropriate CBD location with barely any consultation. I've written to Minister Archer to ask what's going on.
April 29, 2026 at 4:13 AM
Solidarity with HACSU members striking today in protest at the government's plans to sell off Clare House and move Child and Youth Mental Health Services into a totally inappropriate CBD location with barely any consultation. I've written to Minister Archer to ask what's going on.
Please sign and share this TasCOSS petition: c.org/JskVRPyL6v
Can you spare a minute to help this campaign?
Coalition of Community Service Peaks calls on the Government to #PrioritiseallTasmanians
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April 28, 2026 at 3:49 AM
Please sign and share this TasCOSS petition: c.org/JskVRPyL6v
On this 30th anniversary of Port Arthur, my heart goes out to those who still grieve for lives lost and lives changed forever.
Many were affected - the local community, workers at the site, first responders, health workers, tourists and locals alike.
Tasmanians see you and will never forget.
Many were affected - the local community, workers at the site, first responders, health workers, tourists and locals alike.
Tasmanians see you and will never forget.
April 28, 2026 at 2:00 AM
On this 30th anniversary of Port Arthur, my heart goes out to those who still grieve for lives lost and lives changed forever.
Many were affected - the local community, workers at the site, first responders, health workers, tourists and locals alike.
Tasmanians see you and will never forget.
Many were affected - the local community, workers at the site, first responders, health workers, tourists and locals alike.
Tasmanians see you and will never forget.
Feral cats remain a huge issue for native wildlife. You can have your say on the next Cat Management Plan for Tasmania: nre.tas.gov.au/invasive-spe...
Cat Management in Tasmania - Have Your Say Consultation | Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania
The consultation seeks feedback on key cat management priorities such as cat welfare, community support, protecting the environment, and building collaborative partnerships.
nre.tas.gov.au
April 28, 2026 at 1:10 AM
Feral cats remain a huge issue for native wildlife. You can have your say on the next Cat Management Plan for Tasmania: nre.tas.gov.au/invasive-spe...