Craig Garland Archives - Tasmanian Times

Election Roundup – Just 5 Days to Go!

In the final days before the election on Saturday there has been an increased focus on health with promises of regional bulk...

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Renewable Boom or Power Pinch? Tasmania’s Energy Future Divides Opinion

Tasmania’s evolving energy landscape is in focus this week as various renewable energy projects, partnerships and infrastructure are discussed. The University of...

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Garland: ‘Marinus Link is a Dud Deal’

The parliamentary oversight of the Marinus Link project falls under the Joint Select Committee on Energy Matters. This committee is responsible for...

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Meet the Braddon Independents – Live Event 29/6

Statement – Malcolm Ryan, 22 June 2025 Game on for Braddon In an unprecedented show of political unrest, ten independent candidates have...

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Election Round-Up

Here’s a roundup of the latest election statements on key issues. Craig Garland MHA (independent, Braddon) is calling for more scrutiny on...

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Garland: Make 19 July ‘Independents’ Day’

Braddon independent Craig Garland argues that minority government can foster accountability and genuine collaboration, as compared to the chaos the two biggest...

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Pollies in the Playpen

Ever wondered what happens when grown-up politics meets playground squabbles? Look no further as we take a deep dive into the latest...

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Debt Hole Deepens as Govt Releases Privatisation-based Budget

The 2025-26 State Budget was tabled in Parliament today. The Tasmanian Government claimed it continues a “strong record” of providing for those...

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Concerns Raised over Stadium ‘Enabling Legislation’

The controversial Macquarie Point Stadium continues to dominate political discussion in Tasmania. With Parliament sitting this week, MPs continued to respond to...