Environment

Molly Robson - 01:38:04

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Molly Robson
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01:38:04
Molly Robson discusses the role of education in environment reform and cultural change. She notes the legacy of the Bjelke-Petersen era and the reforms of the Goss Government. She comments on the environmental impacts of population pressures and incremental policy change.

Molly Robson - 01:05:00

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Molly Robson
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01:05:00
Molly Robson outlines the challenges to getting the Wet Tropics World Protection Act legislation passed. She comments on some of the issues involved in working with Indigenous stakeholders.

Molly Robson - 00:58:53

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Molly Robson
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00:58:53
Molly Robson discusses the development of the environment movement in Queensland and notes some of the challenges and benefits of working with lobby groups. She explains some of the strategies she used to build positive relationships with diverse groups such as developers, environment groups and farmers.

Molly Robson - 00:55:29

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Molly Robson
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00:55:29
Molly Robson comments on the effects of the Leading State strategy on the Environment portfolio. She explains policies behind the Jobs for the Environment program and speaks on the success of this program.

Molly Robson - 00:53:29

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Molly Robson
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00:53:29
Molly Robson comments on Queensland environmental policy in comparison to other states and the federal government. She credits Patrick Comben with playing catch up and comments on her ambition to make Queensland a leader on environmental policy.

Molly Robson - 00:48:44

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Molly Robson
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00:48:44
Molly Robson discusses the challenges of getting funding for environmental policy and programs during this time. She explains the role of education as pivotal to protecting the environment. She comments on the dominance of economic rationalism.

Molly Robson - 00:36:45

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Molly Robson
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00:36:45
Molly Robson discusses the appointment of her Director General and the difficulties associated with starting in a new department. She discusses the priorities during her time as minister and how she consulted widely to ensure she had the correct picture. She speaks on these priorities; continuation of the National Park estate, air and water pollution and indigenous heritage. Molly Robson comments on the importance of the relationship with the federal government.

Molly Robson - 00:31:10

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Molly Robson
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00:31:10
Molly Robson discusses election mandates, party policy and the Labor Party conference. She notes her ministerial appointment and how a variety of professional and personal experiences prepared her for the Environment portfolio. She comments on the previous Environment Minister, Patrick Comben.

Martin Tenni - 00:33:01

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Martin Tenni
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00:33:01
Martin Tenni delves into the environmental issues he dealt with during his ministerial career. He describes the threats he received over the Cape Tribulation Road.

Martin Tenni - 00:29:20

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Martin Tenni
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00:29:20
Martin Tenni discusses the key issues he dealt with during his time at mines and energy.
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