‘Great concern': Future of Tassie Devils at risk amid political turmoil
Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff is facing a no-confidence motion after increasing heat over his party's financial management and plans for a new AFL stadium in Hobart.
The state Liberal premier's grip on power appears to be sliding, with Labor ready to pull the trigger on a no-confidence motion on Wednesday morning if it has the parliamentary numbers.
The Tasmania Football Club, known as the Devils, has expressed 'great concern' over the political uncertainty enveloping the Tasmanian government.
'The political uncertainty that is currently unfolding in the Tasmanian Parliament is of great concern to Tasmania Football Club,' Tasmania Football Club said in a statement on social media.
'Like the rest of the community, we are unsure what will happen today and what the impacts of any actions taken might be. What we do know is that uncertainty presents a serious risk for jobs, investment and growth, and for the future of Tasmania Football Club.
'Tasmania Football Club remains steadfast on building a club for all Tasmanians. We are also steadfast on staying out of politics. We ask that our political leaders understand the implications of their actions and decisions on the future of our state for all Tasmanians, a future which we know Tasmania Football Club can play a significant part.'
Last week's Tasmanian state budget predicted debt would more than double to $10.8 billion in four years' time with deficits each year.
The Liberals, who have been in power since 2014, are governing with a minority of just 14 of 35 seats in the lower house.
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