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RuthForrestMLC

@ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social

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Independent Member of Parliament, former nurse and midwife, community leader, mother and grandmother. Focus on critical thinking and holding government to account whilst being a role model for women and girls

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RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

You can read my latest opinion piece in The Mercury Newspaper today or on my website here: ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/tasm... #scrutiny #accountability #infrastructure #energy #ProjectManagement #economy #politas

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Tasmania warned state businesses risk draining budget as major project costs go higher, higher – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

I am truly honoured to be awarded the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association Parliamentarian of the Year for 2026! Very proud to put Tasmania on the Commonwealth stage an incredible honour! #politas #leadership #community #commitment www.cpahq.org/news/2026_09...

2026 Commonwealth Parliamentarian of the Year Awards announced in Cape Town

MPs from Tasmania, Malta, Sri Lanka and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa recognised at 69th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in South Africa

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

You can read my latest #opinionpiece in The Mercury Newspaper today or on my website here: ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/weve... Tasmania needs to decide what is actually in our best interests…. #economy #energy #accountability #transparency #politas #AI image on website is AI generated.

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We’ve built our identity as a powerhouse of renewable energy, but we can’t see the same resource twice – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

I had a chat with Mike Ryan on The Country Telegraph yesterday about #energy, #Marinus, #AI factories and data centres as well as our serious budget challenges - oh yes - we also chatted a bit about footy! You can watch/listen on the link here on my website: ruthforrest.com.au/media/video/...

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Interview – The Country Telegraph – Ruth Forrest

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RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

I have published my thoughts on the reality of Marinus and the lack of modeling of large #AI #Datacenters in Tasmania and related concerns- you can read it here (includes reference to an oped from Minister for #Energy and #Renewables #accountability #transparency ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/mari...

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Marinus: From Export Dream to Import Reality – Ruth Forrest

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RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

I’m sure the governments putting significant funding into businesses in Tasmania - would do their due diligence prior to handing out more money….. or not?? #politas #accountability #transparency #FiscalResponsibility Tasmanian Liberals Australian Labor Party www.geomechanics.io/news/article...

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Nyrstar NV forgery probe: governance and project risk notes for mine teams

Belgian investigators have formally placed Trafigura-owned Nyrstar NV under suspicion of forgery, use of false annual accounts and misuse of corporate assets, escalating a long-running criminal probe ...

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RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

You can read my post Budget Estimates opinion piece in The Mercury Newspaper today or on my website here: ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/tasm... #energy #accountability #budget #FiscalResponsibility #politas

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Tasmanian Budget is built on a ‘miraculous’ Hydro Tasmania profit surge – Ruth Forrest

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RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

I have no idea who nominated me for this great honour but I thank them! To be a finalist in the State/Territory #Leadership is quite an honour! www.linkedin.com/posts/mckinn...

McKinnon, in partnership with the University of Melbourne, is pleased to announce the shortlisted nominees for the 2025 McKinnon Political Leader of the Year. The McKinnon Prize is Australia’s only… ...

McKinnon, in partnership with the University of Melbourne, is pleased to announce the shortlisted nominees for the 2025 McKinnon Political Leader of the Year. The McKinnon Prize is Australia’s only i...

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

For those who have the stamina - you can read my full budget reply now on my website. #Accountability #FinancialResponsibility #FiscalResponsibility #Governance #politas #scrutiny ruthforrest.com.au/parliament/m...

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RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

I plan to deliver my reply to the Treasurer’s Budget Speech today - this opinion piece in The Mercury Newspaper today and on my website here gives you a flavour of it. #Scrutiny #Accountability #governance #FiscalResponsibility #politas ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/trea...

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Treasurer insists Tasmania is repairing its finances – but the Budget documents clearly tell another story – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

Another morning, walk to start the day on lovely calm morning head of Public Accounts Committee hearings on the stadium this afternoon and budget reply starting on Tuesday. A few pics to start the day… #Scrutiny #FinancialResponsibility #Accountability #politas

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

I had a chat with Ryk Goddard on ABC Hobart this morning ahead of today’s budget. You can listen here as well: ruthforrest.com.au/media/audio/... #FiscalResponsibility #scrutiny #accountability #politas #FinancialPerformance

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ABC Breakfast with Ryk Goddard – Ruth Forrest

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RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Great to see many interested people at UTAS Cradle Coast Campus for an Island of Ideas discussion on Marinus Link - Issues & Opportunities forum - a complex area important we engage in inclusive & respectful ways. #CommunityImpact #ElectricityPrices #accountability #democracy #infrastructure

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RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

I pay my respects to Firefighters who have died - some as a result of their service. On International Firefighters’ Day - North West Commemoration Service I thank all who serve & have served our community including our amazing volunteer firefighters. 🚒 #service #firefighters Tasmania Fire Service

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

You can read my response to Minister Nick Duigan, Minister for energy and renewables, published in The Mercury Newspaper today on my website here: ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/my-r... #Energy #Electricity #RenewableEnergy #Accountability #Transparency #politas

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My Response to Minister Duigan’s opinion piece in The Mercury 29 April 2026 – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

I have shared the short speech I had the honour of delivering at the Wynyard RSL ANZAC Day Dawn Service today on my website if you wish to read it here. Lest We Forget #ANZAC #Respect #Service #SacrificeAndService ruthforrest.com.au/parliament/o...

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ANZAC Day Address Wynyard Dawn Service 25 April 2026 – Ruth Forrest

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RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 25/04/2026

It was an honour & privilege to speak at the Wynyard RSL ANZAC Day Dawn Service - it was wonderful to see so many attending this, the Somerset 9am service & the Wynyard 11 am service. A day to thank, #reflect on, #respect, #honour and #remember those who serve this nation. Lest We Forget 🌺 #ANZAC

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

had my flu vaccine recently at my local pharmacy and encourage others - especially vulnerable people to book for one ahead of the flu season this year. Book with your local Doctor or pharmacy to protect yourself and your family from Influenza this winter! #vaccination #preventativehealth #health

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

You can read my latest opinion piece published in The Mercury Newspaper today or on my website here: ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/the-... #energy #accountability #scrutiny #RenewableFuture #politas

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The story of easy money flowing from Hydro exports needs far greater attention and scrutiny – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

I gave a 5 minute speech on Tuesday this week about a wonderful small business in Wynyard Creative Paper Tasmania - you can watch the speech here: ruthforrest.com.au/media/video/... #tourism #arts #ResilienceInAction #creativity #politas #community

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Special Interest Matters – Creative Paper Tasmania – Ruth Forrest

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RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

You can listen to my interview with Leon Compton on ABC Hobart this morning on the link below where we discuss the Fiscal Sustainability Report and proposed sale of land at Wilkinsons Point #FiscalResponsibility #accountability #scrutiny #politas #economy ruthforrest.com.au/media/audio/...

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ABC Mornings – Public Accounts Committee – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

We can’t wait any longer to fight our debt problem - I discuss this critical matter in my latest opinion piece which Incs in The Mercury Newspaper today or you can read it on my website here: ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/we-c... #debt #economy #FiscalResponsibility #revenue #politas #accountability

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We can’t wait any longer to fight our debt problem – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

My latest opinion piece in The Mercury Newspaper today discusses #intergenerational #inequity and why this is a design fault rather than a mystery. You can also read it on my website here: ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/hous... #economy #accountability #economics #auspol #politas

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House rules, and how game is rigged – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

You can read my latest opinion piece - on a different matter in The Mercury Newspaper today or on my website here: ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/ment... #mentalhealth #politas #auspol #leadership #betterpoliticsfoundation

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Mental health in political life vital to democracy – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

You can read my latest opinion piece in today’s The Mercury Newspaper or on my website here: ruthforrest.com.au/uncategorise... #accountability #economy #electricity #politas #scrutiny #transparency

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Hydro’s challenges are part of a system-wide pattern affecting every other major public entity in the state – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

You can read my latest #opinionpiece in The Mercury Newspaper today following the release of the mid-year Revised Estimates Report on my website: ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/why-... #accountability #financialmanagement #Scrutiny #politas #economy

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Why our Budget needs to confront reality, not continue to pretend we’re living in fantasy land – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

You can read my opinion piece discussing how we #measure #productivity in The Mercury Newspaper today with the intent of promoting genuine understanding of what this is to inform the current debate…. You can also read it here: ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/prod... #transparency #accountability #politas

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Productivity – what are we actually measuring? – Ruth Forrest

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RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

My Hydro Explainer series is now on my website. The links to the full pdf document, a summary document and a key dot point document can be found here: ruthforrest.com.au/uncategorise... #energy #electricity #politas #financialperformance #accountability #integrity #transparency #tasmania

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Hydro Tasmania: What the Numbers Show – A multi-chapter analysis of operating performance, liquidity, structural risks, and public myths. – Ruth Forrest

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RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

This final chapter looks to the future of our incredibly important government business, HT & Tasmania. it focuses on the critical period we are facing and our economic future. #accountability #electricity #fiscalchallenges #energy #politas #transparency #integrity ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/chap...

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Chapter 18: Conclusion – A Century of Hydro, and the Next One – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

This is a longer post that focuses on the path forward with a focus on the next 5 years of transition. It is a critically important period for the state and our energy businesses, especially HT. ruthforrest.com.au/uncategorise... #energy #fiscalchallenges #accountability #electricity #politas

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Chapter 17: The Path Forward – Ruth Forrest

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RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

This chapter will consider what’s at stake for the fiscal future of Tasmania, current energy sector & state’s reliance on HT to provide significant financial support to the budget. ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/chap... #accountability #fiscalchallenges #energy #electricity #politas #integrity #reality

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Chapter 16: The Fiscal Stakes for Tasmania – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

This post examines the Tas Govt & HT #governance environment – WoSBC redactions, opaque #financialreporting repetition of myths and shows how these have eroded #transparency when clarity is most needed. #accountability #energy #politas #integrity ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/chap...

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Chapter 15 – Governance, Secrecy, and the WoSBC: Tasmania’s Architecture of Unaccountability – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

If there is one constant in Tasmania’s energy debate, it is the persistence of myths - misconceptions shape billion‑dollar decisions. #Transparency #Accountability #electricity #energy #politas #financialposition #myths #reality ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/chap...

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Chapter 14 – Myths, Misconceptions, and Convenient Narratives – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

This brief post ends a series related to the financial position of Hydro Tasmania #electricity #energy #Transparency #accountability #FinancialPerformance #politas ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/chap...

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Chapter 12: Hydro Tasmania – Cash Flow -The Final Test of Hydro’s Financial Strength – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

A focus on the Hydro’s cash flow - and why the numbers in its accounts now matter more than at any time in the past two decades. #electricity #energy #cashflow #financialposition #politas #accountability #transparency ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/chap...

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Chapter 12: Hydro Tasmania – Cash Flow -The Final Test of Hydro’s Financial Strength – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

You can read my latest opinion piece in The Mercury Newspaper or on my website where I discuss the importance of our government businesses to the State budget. ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/tasm... #fiscalchallenges #FiscalResponsibility #budget #politas #accountability #integrity #economy

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OPINION: Tasmania’s Fiscal Reckoning: The Critical Priorities for 2026 – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

This is the eleventh post is the second of four related to the financial position of Hydro Tasmania with a focus on the balance sheet. ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/chap... #accountability #financialperformance #electricity #economics #politas #energy

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Chapter 11: Hydro Tasmania – The Balance Sheet – What Hydro Really Owns and Owes – Ruth Forrest

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RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

This post is about the financial position of Hydro Tasmania & underlying profit. Chapters (11-13) are critical to understand the importance of Hydro to and for Tasmania. #electricity #energy #economics #fiscalchallenges #accountability #transparency #politas ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/chap...

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Chapter 10: Hydro Tasmania’s Underlying Profit – What It Is, What It Isn’t, and Why It Matters – Ruth Forrest

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RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

This is the last of the foundation Chapters describing FACS Tomorrow’s post will begin a meaningful look at Hydro’s P&L. Chapters 10-13 then focus on Hydro Tasmania’s financial position. #energy #electricity #economy #transparency #accountability #politas ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/chap...

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Chapter 9: FCAS – Useful, Modest, and Now Mostly Contractual – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

This post provides info on the new Renewable Electricity Guarantee of Origin (REGO) scheme and what is means for Hydro Tasmania #electricity #economy #energy #transparency #accountability #politas ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/chap...

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Chapter 8: REGOs -The New Certificate Scheme, and the Physical Reality That Limits Their Worth – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

This 7th (of 18) post provides detail about how Hydro Tasmania’s Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) impact on their financial performance. #electricity #energy #transparency #accountability #economy #politas ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/chap...

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Chapter 7: PPAs -The Trojan Horse That Reshaped Tasmania’s Energy System – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

This sixth post providing details about how the Large Generation Certificates (LGCs) impact on Hydro's finances in the past, present and future. This is 6 of 18 chapters #energy #electricity #accountability #transparency #politas ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/chap...

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Chapter 6: LGCs – The $142 Million Problem Hidden in Plain Sight – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

This 5th post of 18 explains Inter-Regional Revenues/Residuals to help better understand some of the most complex areas that impact our state, economically and functionally. #electricity #energy #transparency #accountability #politas ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/chap...

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Chapter 5: Inter-Regional Revenues/Residuals (IRRs) Explained – Ruth Forrest

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RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

This is the fourth chapter provides details about how the National Electricity Market (NEM) really works or Tasmanians. #energy #electricity #transparency #accountability #politas ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/chap...

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Chapter 4: How the NEM Really Works for Tasmania – Ruth Forrest

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RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

This third post in a series of 18 chapters and provides details about Hydro Tasmania - The institution that holds the State together. #energy #electricity #transparency #accountability #politas ruthforrest.com.au/uncategorise...

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Chapter 3: Hydro Tasmania – The Institution That Holds the State Together – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 11/01/2026

This is the 2nd post in an 18 part explainer regarding how Hydro Tasmania actually earns money, how the National Electricity Market shapes its fortunes, and why the numbers in its accounts now matter more than at any time in the past two decades. ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/chap...

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Chapter 2 – Electricity and the NEM – The Basics Tasmania Was Never Told – Ruth Forrest

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RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 10/01/2026

Over the next three weeks, I will be posting on how Hydro Tasmania earns money, how the NEM shapes its fortunes, and why the HTs accounts matter more now & seek to dismantle the myths that have dominated public debate. . #energy #economics #electricity #politas ruthforrest.com.au/uncategorise...

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Hydro Tasmania: What the Numbers Show – A multi‑chapter analysis of operating performance, liquidity, structural risks, and public myths. – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

You can read my latest opinion piece published in The Mercury Newspaper today or on my website here: #scrutiny #transparency #economics #politas ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/if-t...

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IF THE PREMIER BELIEVES MARINUS WILL DELIVER $470M A YEAR, HE SHOULD PUBLISH MODELLING AND SHOW THE FLOWS – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

You can read my latest Opinion Piece in @TheMercuryNewspaper today regarding Hydro Tasmania’s financial performance and the State’s reliance on its profits #energy #fiscalchallenges #politas #transparency #accountability or you can read it here: ruthforrest.com.au/opinion/hydr...

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Hydro Tasmania: From Opportunistic Trader to Defensive Survivor – Ruth Forrest

RuthForrestMLC @ruthforrestmlc.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

I had a chat with Leon Compton this morning on ABC Hobart about the referral of the bill to ban greyhound racing to the committee & matters we need to consider in 2026 & Public Accounts Committee this morning. #scrutiny #accountability #transparency #politas ruthforrest.com.au/media/audio/...

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ABC Mornings with Leon Compton – 12 December 2025 – Ruth Forrest

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