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On the Level
by The Level
On the Level explores the economics of business and the vital role it plays in the prosperity of Tasmania and the protection of the environment. Each episode will cut through misinformation and bias and present the facts. It’s about levelling the playing field so that everyone is equally informed about local industries and how their performance affects the lives and well-being of every Tasmanian.
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Paul Lennon
Paul is a former premier of Tasmania and senior union leader whose career spans government, corporate leadership, economic and social reform. Elected to the Tasmanian Parliament in 1990. Paul served as Opposition Whip, deputy Opposition Leader, deputy Premier.Treasurer and ultimately Premier from 2004 to 2008, he held key ministerial portfolios including infrastructure, energy, and resources, and economic development. During this period, Tasmania underwent significant economic transformation. Major infrastructure projects included the purchase of Spirit of Tasmania one and two, construction of the Basslink high voltage cable, the Duke Energy Gas Pipeline, and development of the Wall, north Wind Farm.He also facilitated major investments in mining, forestry processing, renewable energy, tourism infrastructure, and digital mineral exploration systems. Under Paul's leadership, Tasmania recorded strong economic growth, creating 37,000 jobs, reducing unemployment from nearly 11% to 4%, eliminating $1.7 billion in net debt, delivering consecutive budget surpluses, lowering taxation severity, and reversing population decline.Paul also championed significant social reforms, including the nation leading Safe at Home family violence program, as well as helping Tasmania to become the only Australian jurisdiction to formally resolve stolen generations compensation claims. He's now the founder and CEO of the Level A public education campaign championing economic development.
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The state we're in, Saul Eslake on Tasmania's economy.
Saul Eslake, one of Australia's best known and most respected independent economists discusses Tasmania's current financial situation and why Tasmanians are right to be worried about their future.But he also offers a hopeful way forward – what needs to be done to pull us out of the financial black hole we're quickly disappearing into.This first episode of On The Level is a must-listen for anyone who wants the raw facts, real causes and to understand the missteps we're making and what can be done to turn the tide towards a more prosperous future for Tasmania.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
On the Level explores the economics of business and the vital role it plays in the prosperity of Tasmania and the protection of the environment. Each episode will cut through misinformation and bias and present the facts. It’s about levelling the playing field so that everyone is equally informed about local industries and how their performance affects the lives and well-being of every Tasmanian.
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The Level
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On the Level explores the economics of business and the vital role it plays in the prosperity of Tasmania and the protection of the environment. Each episode will cut through misinformation and bias and present the facts. It’s about levelling the playing field so that everyone is equally informed...
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