Moderation needed in Tasmanian forestry debateTasmanian Premier Lara Giddings has called for moderation and calm from all parties involved in the forest debate. She said compromise and goodwill were needed to allow for a resolution that ensures the industry can remain on a sustainable footing while delivering improved environmental outcomes.“The divisions over our forests have hurt the Tasmanian community for far too long. The debate is highly emotive, particularly when it comes to people’s jobs, but I call on everyone involved to act responsibly and with moderation. I understand that people are passionate but it is concerning that in recent days we have seen a series of angry confrontations, threats and acts of sabotage. That sort of behaviour has no place in our community" says Ms Giddings. Giddings also released and endorsed a resolution presented to her last Thursday by Ta Ann workers which reads: "We, the workers at Ta Ann Tasmania, urge the Government and both houses of Parliament to do whatever is in your individual and collective powers to reach an agreement that resolves the on-going disputes about our industry in Tasmania. We need to secure Tasmania's jobs and the livelihoods that they provide for our families and communities." “I have great sympathy for the plight of forest workers and their families whose livelihoods are threatened by the changes that are currently taking place in the industry. The Ta Ann workers have my full support and I can assure them my Government will continue to do all it can to secure a sustainable future for them, their families and the communities in which they live.” |
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