David O'Byrne

Mar 25, 2024 | fa.news | David O'Byrne

The Jacqui Lambie Network (JLN) is poised to play a significant role in the Tasmanian Parliament following the state election. The JLN, composed of candidates handpicked by Senator Jacqui Lambie, is projected to win three seats, potentially giving them a powerful position in negotiations. The JLN's candidates include a diverse range of individuals, including a pharmaceutical consultant, a former mayor of the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead in the United Kingdom, and a private investigator.

Mar 24, 2024 | fa.news | David O'Byrne

Tasmanian Labor has conceded defeat in the state election and will not pursue a minority government. Despite initial indications that Labor might consider such an option, the party's state administrative committee has determined that there is no viable path to forming a Labor government. Rebecca White, the Labor leader, acknowledged the party's loss and stated that the Liberals had secured more seats. She indicated that the governor would likely ask the Liberals to form a government.

Mar 23, 2024 | kevinbonham.blogspot.com | David O'Byrne |Kevin Bonham

FRANKLIN (2021 Result 2 Liberal 2 Labor 1 Green - At election 2 Liberal 1 Labor 1 Green 1 IND) Notional 2021 7-Seat Result 3 Liberal 3 Labor 1 Green SEATS WON: 3 LIB* 2 ALP 1 IND 1 GRN (* 3rd Lib overwhelmingly likely) CALLED WINNERS: Eric Abetz (Lib), Jacqui Petrusma (Lib), Dean Winter (ALP), Rosalie Woodruff (Grn), David O'Byrne (IND) STRONGLY EXPECTED WINNER: Nic Street (Lib) WITHIN-PARTY CONTEST: Meg Brown (ALP) leads Toby Thorpe (ALP) SEAT LOST: Dean Young (Lib) Franklin has reached a...

Mar 18, 2024 | fa.news | David O'Byrne

The Tasmania Devils, Tasmania's upcoming AFL and AFLW team, have unveiled their colors, logo, and foundation guernsey. The team's identity draws inspiration from decades of Tasmanian football tradition. The Devils' colors, green, yellow, and red, have been associated with the sport in the state since 1908. The guernsey features a map of Tasmania at its center with a prominent red "T." The logo depicts a profile of a Tasmanian devil, symbolizing the team's feisty and resilient spirit.

Mar 15, 2024 | fa.news | David O'Byrne

Ex-serviceman Peter Taylor has dedicated himself to supporting struggling veterans. Despite his efforts, he acknowledges the limitations of his assistance. Fellow veteran Michael Reardon highlights homelessness as a pressing issue for returned service personnel, emphasizing their disconnect and reluctance to seek help. Tasmania has the highest per capita rate of veterans in Australia.