Cyclone Alfred’s lovechild budget: A dull piece of work

The Budget is a dull piece of work that again fails to make the bold reforms needed to address the great challenges confronting Australia and Australians. But at least it’s…

Reflections on this parliament

Andrew speaks on his reflections on what this parliament has achieved and what remains a priority.

Universal service obligation of NBN co

Andrew speak on the inclusion of universal service obligation of NBN co. ‘The only reason some people don’t have affordable and reliable access to the internet is because the government…

No smooth sailing for Tasmanian Government amid ferries fiasco

Andrew Wilkie used a speech in the Federal Parliament to speak on the Spirit of Tasmania ferries fiasco. Please see above video for full speech. “Deputy Speaker just when we…

Macquarie Wharf 6 funding welcome

I welcome today’s announcement that the Federal Government has agreed to provide $188 million to upgrade Macquarie Wharf 6 and provide access for the next 30 years. This is something…

Andrew Wilkie seeks re-election

Independent Member for Clark, Andrew Wilkie, has announced that he will seek re-election at the next federal election, which is expected before late May next year. “I am as determined…

Tasmania’s Antarctic future on thin ice

Independent Member for Clark, Andrew Wilkie, delivered the following speech to the Federal Parliament. Please see above video for full speech. “I was alarmed to read in the media last…

Wharf rots while Rome burns

Independent Member for Clark, Andrew Wilkie, discussed the impasse between the Federal and State governments over port facilities for the RSV Nuyina, as well as the possibility of Hobart losing…