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"You bunch of whingers..."

To be frank, I never thought I would read the term “whinging” in a Budget speech. It was an interesting turn of phrase when delivering a budget with austerity measures in place to reduce debt.

“Overcoming challenges and adversity with persistence and tenacity is part of the Tasmanian character. Let’s never lose that character. Let’s not become stuck in the malaise of whinging,” he told the House of Assembly.

Politics, LeadershipBrian Wightman20 August 2025tasmania, State Budget

Frisson In The Paddock

Last Friday proved a hot Tasmanian summer's day - 29 degrees at its peak.

It was the type of day that is unexpected by mainlanders, particularly those taking the stage, who were quick to point out that they didn't realise Tasmania could get so hot.

The words they used were choice but the description apt as the strength of the sun with very low humidity baked all and sundry.

Portrait, ReflectionBrian Wightman13 February 2024party, paddock, music, festival, tasmania