Media Release 20/02/07Threats to forest defenders escalate in Tasmanian forest protests
"A spokesperson for the Huon Valley Enviroment Centre was run off the road by a log truck carting fallen trees from the nearby wilderness forests of the Weld Valley today," said Adam Burling, the Huon Valley Environment Centre's convenor.
"A b-double log truck driver swerved at a young woman and her 4 year old daughter in a caluclated threat against people who have peacefully been standing up in defence of these world heritage quality forests," said Mr Burling
"This violent incident has been one of a series of threats and attacks against forest defenders this week in the Southern Forests of Tasmania. Peaceful protestors have had machinery driven at them, been assaulted by loggers and have threats of sexual violence aimed at them. Many of these incidence have been captured on film" said Adam Burling
"The Lennon state government is pressuring forest contractors into contentious areas like the Weld Valley and allowing conflict in the forest to continue. They are ignoring the advice of numerous experts, the Federal Court and the wishes of the Tasmanian people by proceeding with this illegal and unsustainable logging."said Mr Burling
Police have been notified regarding today's incident. Photo of alleged log truck on previous day with anti-green signage.
For further comment: Adam Burling, Huon Valley Environment Centre
convenor. 0429966171