Forestry deal blues

Dinah Arndt’s article this morning on unemployed forestry workers highlights the sad consequences of destroying a sustainable and jobs-rich industry (Examiner Oct. 25).   The Labor Government’s policy focus has clearly shifted to compensation, counselling and attempts to re-employ people who have lost their jobs.  But the 1500 people looking for assistance have little to celebrate in the Forestworks CEO’s words that “providing [...] Continue reading » » »