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Premier Paul Lennon has announced changes to his ministerial line-up that will help Tasmania meet the challenges it faces in 2008 and beyond.
Mr Lennon told Cabinet today he was happy for his Government to be judged in 2008 on the key issues of:
Drought-proofing Tasmania with long-term sustainable water projects supporting farmers and regional communities;
Providing better services for children and their families;
Improving the standards of literacy and numeracy;
Addressing the public housing shortage;
Infrastructure development, including the start of work on the Tamar pulp mill and construction of the Brighton Transport Hub, clearing the way for the new Royal Hobart Hospital at Macquarie Point; and
Branding and promoting Tasmania more effectively.
“This is a big agenda and I have made it clear to my ministers today that I am looking to see major progress in these key areas by the end of this year,” Mr Lennon said.
“I have already begun meeting ministers to explain the new ministerial responsibilities I am putting in place and to spell out timelines for action.
“We have already achieved much by making our economy strong and returning hope and prosperity to Tasmania.
“Now it is time to take the next step and deliver targeted reforms that will address Tasmania’s needs and set our State up for a better future.”
The Premier said today’s Cabinet alterations put Tasmania in the best position to meet this challenging agenda.
Deputy Premier Steve Kons heads a new senior ministry of Infrastructure, Resources, Planning and Workplace Relations.
He also takes on responsibility for major projects like the Brighton Transport Hub and construction of the Tamar Valley pulp mill.
“Steve has proven himself to be a very capable Deputy Premier and the time is now right for him to take on these added responsibilities,” Mr Lennon said.
Paula Wriedt assumes the Premier’s Economic Development portfolio and retains responsibility for tourism, which will be housed within the Department of Economic Development.
Michelle O’Byrne becomes Minister for Environment, Heritage, the Arts and Sport and Recreation.
Jim Cox takes on police, public safety and local government.
David Llewellyn becomes Attorney General and Minister for Justice, while retaining Energy and Primary Industries and Water.
Lara Giddings retains her existing Health and Human Services portfolio, with David Bartlett also retaining Education.
Michael Aird remains Treasurer and Minister for Racing.
Doug Parkinson continues as Leader of the Government in the Legislative Council, with Lin Thorp as deputy.
Graeme Sturges becomes Parliamentary Secretary to the Deputy Premier, assisting with major projects.
Allison Ritchie remains Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer.
The new ministry will be sworn-in on February 12.
Mr Lennon told Cabinet today he was happy for his Government to be judged in 2008 on the key issues of:
Drought-proofing Tasmania with long-term sustainable water projects supporting farmers and regional communities;
Providing better services for children and their families;
Improving the standards of literacy and numeracy;
Addressing the public housing shortage;
Infrastructure development, including the start of work on the Tamar pulp mill and construction of the Brighton Transport Hub, clearing the way for the new Royal Hobart Hospital at Macquarie Point; and
Branding and promoting Tasmania more effectively.
“This is a big agenda and I have made it clear to my ministers today that I am looking to see major progress in these key areas by the end of this year,” Mr Lennon said.
“I have already begun meeting ministers to explain the new ministerial responsibilities I am putting in place and to spell out timelines for action.
“We have already achieved much by making our economy strong and returning hope and prosperity to Tasmania.
“Now it is time to take the next step and deliver targeted reforms that will address Tasmania’s needs and set our State up for a better future.”
The Premier said today’s Cabinet alterations put Tasmania in the best position to meet this challenging agenda.
Deputy Premier Steve Kons heads a new senior ministry of Infrastructure, Resources, Planning and Workplace Relations.
He also takes on responsibility for major projects like the Brighton Transport Hub and construction of the Tamar Valley pulp mill.
“Steve has proven himself to be a very capable Deputy Premier and the time is now right for him to take on these added responsibilities,” Mr Lennon said.
Paula Wriedt assumes the Premier’s Economic Development portfolio and retains responsibility for tourism, which will be housed within the Department of Economic Development.
Michelle O’Byrne becomes Minister for Environment, Heritage, the Arts and Sport and Recreation.
Jim Cox takes on police, public safety and local government.
David Llewellyn becomes Attorney General and Minister for Justice, while retaining Energy and Primary Industries and Water.
Lara Giddings retains her existing Health and Human Services portfolio, with David Bartlett also retaining Education.
Michael Aird remains Treasurer and Minister for Racing.
Doug Parkinson continues as Leader of the Government in the Legislative Council, with Lin Thorp as deputy.
Graeme Sturges becomes Parliamentary Secretary to the Deputy Premier, assisting with major projects.
Allison Ritchie remains Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer.
The new ministry will be sworn-in on February 12.
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