Everything tagged with Construction

Rockliff’s balls up

The Tasmanian government’s decision to overrule the Independent Planning Commission’s rejection of the Macquarie Point stadium proposal raises serious questions about the integrity of our planning system and the role of political influence in decision-making processes.

Rockliff’s balls up

A fudge-filled promise

The current Premier loves to make important announcements that never come to fruition. Cadbury’s chocolate fountain is one of many pipe dreams that have evaporated.

A fudge-filled promise

The housing conundrum

When will the housing crisis be addressed? Not any time soon.

The housing conundrum

Bridge over troubled waters

By not addressing broader youth welfare and education concerns, the government have opted for a reactionary approach to youth crime.

Bridge over troubled waters

Smart growth or stagnation?

Tasmania faces a choice: grow smart or risk decline. Without urgent action on housing and strategic migration, the island risks getting bigger — but not better.

Smart growth or stagnation?

Stop feeding the fire

Housing proposals by the major two parties: the market can’t fix what the market broke.

Stop feeding the fire

The future of the AFL

This story from the future serves as a cautionary tale about unchecked ambition and a white elephant of a Hobart stadium.

The future of the AFL
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