An important report detailing the economic and social costs of gambling on Tasmanian society has been released. The Summary Report is found at, Social and Economic Impact Study of Gambling in Tasmania addressed to the Tasmanian Government Department of Treasury and Finance … Continue reading
Gregory the Great (540-604) was an influential leader in the Western Church in 6th century, wish a passion for mission his motto was ‘Servant of the Servant’s of God’. “To this end the Lord appeared in the flesh, that he … Continue reading
Yesterday, I presented the Anglican Church’s case for Poker Machine Reform to the Tasmanian Parliament’s Select Committee on the Gaming Control Amendment Bill 2010 ($1 Bet Limit). I was very nervous but was made comfortable by the committee members present: … Continue reading
Village life is a feature of Tasmania. People in our villages, small towns, know the village, their village, the town, each other. Celebrations and sorrows are shared; what affects one effects all. I am reminded of the words, “Send not … Continue reading
My notes based on an Address by Professor Ian Harper at the Australian Bishops’ Meeting 2012 (errors ALL mine!): Global economy is growing but below trend. USA, Europe, Asia. European situation Debt overhang in Europe – transferred from private to … Continue reading
Ms Jacquie Petrusma (Member for Franklin) recently, 14 March, gave a speech in the Tasmanian Parliament in which she expressed her concern on the issue of elder abuse: From working in aged care as a registered nurse and working with the … Continue reading
A beautiful, short reflection of the true nature of Jesus Christ our Lord from St Francis of Assisi (1182-1226): “Your are wisdom Your are peace You are beauty You are eternal life…” Quotes from Tapestry Bookmarks from The Billy Graham … Continue reading
This past week the Australian Anglican Bishops met in Melbourne for the annual National Bishops’ Meeting. One important item on our agenda was Gambling Reform. The Primate, Dr Phillip Aspinall, sent out a media release on behalf on the Anglican Bishops … Continue reading
I recently received a letter from the Department of Health and Human Services outlining some proposed changes to the Adoption Act 1988 and requesting my comments on the issue: “The proposed amendments will provide the Court with authority to make … Continue reading
‘Mandatory indefinite detention’ describes Australia’s refugee policy. “Mandatory”: This means that refugees coming to Australia must, must, must be put in detention – everybody entering Australia until given a visa or removed from the country. “Indefinite”: A refugee could be … Continue reading