helenburnet.bsky.social
@helenburnet.bsky.social
Independent Member for Clark
The Government faces some tough decisions as state debt spirals unsustainably in the wake of the Spirits debacle, with another half a billion dollars going to TT Line.
May 21, 2026 at 12:10 AM
The Government faces some tough decisions as state debt spirals unsustainably in the wake of the Spirits debacle, with another half a billion dollars going to TT Line.
Thank you Wilderness Society Tasmania for highlighting this serious risk to the state's finances.
May 19, 2026 at 1:08 AM
Thank you Wilderness Society Tasmania for highlighting this serious risk to the state's finances.
New logging contracts could see the state government on the hook for up to $300m in compensation payouts if they are rushed through before new federal environment laws come into effect, with prices and demand plummeting.
May 19, 2026 at 1:08 AM
New logging contracts could see the state government on the hook for up to $300m in compensation payouts if they are rushed through before new federal environment laws come into effect, with prices and demand plummeting.
We've just seen a massive $500m bailout of TT Line. I don’t want taxpayers up for more cost blowouts.
May 19, 2026 at 1:08 AM
We've just seen a massive $500m bailout of TT Line. I don’t want taxpayers up for more cost blowouts.
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May 14, 2026 at 4:40 AM
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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.
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May 14, 2026 at 1:52 AM
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These reforms won't solve the housing crisis overnight, but they're an important first step.
By reducing the churn and providing renters with genuine security, we're moving toward a fairer housing market - one that works better for all Australians
By reducing the churn and providing renters with genuine security, we're moving toward a fairer housing market - one that works better for all Australians
May 13, 2026 at 12:47 AM
These reforms won't solve the housing crisis overnight, but they're an important first step.
By reducing the churn and providing renters with genuine security, we're moving toward a fairer housing market - one that works better for all Australians
By reducing the churn and providing renters with genuine security, we're moving toward a fairer housing market - one that works better for all Australians
This churn means renters have to move more frequently, often facing no-fault evictions and driving costs up even further.
Meanwhile, cash-strapped landlords who've overextended themselves can't afford basic maintenance, leaving many rental properties in shocking disrepair.
Meanwhile, cash-strapped landlords who've overextended themselves can't afford basic maintenance, leaving many rental properties in shocking disrepair.
May 13, 2026 at 12:47 AM
This churn means renters have to move more frequently, often facing no-fault evictions and driving costs up even further.
Meanwhile, cash-strapped landlords who've overextended themselves can't afford basic maintenance, leaving many rental properties in shocking disrepair.
Meanwhile, cash-strapped landlords who've overextended themselves can't afford basic maintenance, leaving many rental properties in shocking disrepair.
The numbers are startling: a quarter of landlords sell within a year, and most are gone within five.
This turnover forces renters to move repeatedly, often through no fault of their own, driving up costs and creating instability.
This turnover forces renters to move repeatedly, often through no fault of their own, driving up costs and creating instability.
May 13, 2026 at 12:47 AM
The numbers are startling: a quarter of landlords sell within a year, and most are gone within five.
This turnover forces renters to move repeatedly, often through no fault of their own, driving up costs and creating instability.
This turnover forces renters to move repeatedly, often through no fault of their own, driving up costs and creating instability.
Webuild have been fined for environmental breaches, and their subcontractors investigated for tax evasion and worker exploitation. Have they changed their ways, or will Tasmanians be taken for a ride next? www.helenburnet.com.au/media/seriou...
Serious questions for the Tasmanian Government on the suitability of the $1.13B Macquarie Point Stadium consortium partner — HELEN BURNET - INDEPENDENT MEMBER FOR CLARK
What due diligence is being undertaken by the Tasmanian Government and the Macquarie Point Development Corporation on the consortia members? There have been serious concerns aired overnight and a...
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May 11, 2026 at 5:59 AM
Webuild have been fined for environmental breaches, and their subcontractors investigated for tax evasion and worker exploitation. Have they changed their ways, or will Tasmanians be taken for a ride next? www.helenburnet.com.au/media/seriou...
It's long past time for this government to stop prioritising property investors, multinational corporations and tourists, and look after vulnerable Tasmanians instead.
May 5, 2026 at 4:50 AM
It's long past time for this government to stop prioritising property investors, multinational corporations and tourists, and look after vulnerable Tasmanians instead.
I've heard so many horror stories from constituents facing no-fault evictions, skyrocketing rents and an ever-increasing social housing register.
May 5, 2026 at 4:50 AM
I've heard so many horror stories from constituents facing no-fault evictions, skyrocketing rents and an ever-increasing social housing register.
The latest Rental Affordability Snapshot from Anglicare makes for stark reading: by virtually every measure, Tasmanians who rent are doing it tougher than ever, with fewer and fewer affordable rentals available in the state.
May 5, 2026 at 4:50 AM
The latest Rental Affordability Snapshot from Anglicare makes for stark reading: by virtually every measure, Tasmanians who rent are doing it tougher than ever, with fewer and fewer affordable rentals available in the state.
