Enjoyable history day

THE inaugural Joseph and Enid Lyons Lecture was conducted on Sunday at their former home, Home Hill, Devonport, now a National Trust property icon, and part of political history accessible to all. The lecture was by Merridie and Tim Costello, a very entertaining version of the political life of the former prime minister and the first woman elected to the House of Representatives. The event was blessed with glorious Devonport weather. Congratulations to Anne Teesdale, manager of Home Hill, and all the volunteers for a magnificent and thoroughly enjoyable day. globally. The research is particularly welcome given the increased resistance to the current treatment, artemesinin. Time has been running out for the half million lives lost yearly, most under five. This disease can be beaten with support of global governments, as seen in Sri Lanka last year. Let’s hope while we Tasmanians are working on keeping New Year’s resolutions, the Federal Government plans to make 2018 a year to increase its drastically decreased aid budget, and become a leader in swatting away this terrible disease for good. tion. It is my understanding legislation will be introduced in other states. What I was dismayed with, as a long-term rider and instructor, was the suggestion that powered two-wheeler riders will be weaving along lines on their motorcycles and scooters. The legislation will presumably allow riders to filter forward if traffic is moving at less than 30km/h, certain conditions apply, and it is safe.

This will benefit all motorists: reduced congestion, filtering allows more space for larger vehicles, travel time will improve for everyone; improved visibility to other users and possible reduction in motorcyclist injuries particularly rear-end collisions. The suggestion riders will be weaving may lead to people getting the wrong message as to the purpose of the changes.