Will Hodgman says Tasmanian Liberals ending 2014 on a high

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Tasmanian Premier Will Hodgman says his party is ending the year on a high after nine months in government.

While cuts to education and the public sector drew heavy criticism from some in the community, the Tasmanian Liberals had plenty to celebrate in 2014.

Mr Hodgman led the Liberals to power after 16 years in opposition and played host to the leader of the world's largest economy, president Xi Jinping of China.

But he said the fact that Tasmania had shown signs of economic growth was the standout achievement.

"I think that's been the highlight for the whole year," he said.

"Tasmania's economy starting to grow again."

It has not all been smooth sailing, though.

Treasurer Peter Gutwein failed to deliver the key savings measure in the Liberal's first budget: a public sector pay freeze.

Instead, 861 full-time positions will be cut from the public service workforce by June.

Mr Hodgman refused to give an update on the progress of the cuts.

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Will Hodgman says Tasmanian Liberals ending 2014 on a high

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December 22nd, 2014
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