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Premier creating uncertainty over tourism investment
Premier Will Hodgman must show leadership and act decisively to secure crucial investment in Triabunna.
Shadow Tourism Minister Scott Bacon says the Liberal Government is sending out mixed messages when it comes to investment.
“The Liberals’ witch hunt over the Triabunna mill is putting current and future investment opportunities at risk,” Mr Bacon said.
“It’s greatly concerning that Graeme Wood has put the go-slow on his tourism plans because the Government hasn’t ruled out compulsory acquisition of the mill site.
“Will Hodgman needs to wind up the pointless inquiry and send a stronger message to investors.
“The inquiry makes a mockery of the Government’s promise to put up the ‘open for business sign’.
“Tasmania needs to welcome positive investment opportunities regardless of the political stance of the investor.
“The Liberals are playing a dangerous game and fuelling sovereign risk for their own petty political purposes.”
Scott Bacon MP Shadow Tourism Minister