Eric Abetz

Senator Eric Abetz represent the state of Tasmania in the Australian Senate. He was first elected in February 1994 to fill a casual Senate vacancy and has subsequently been re-elected in 1998 and 2004. He is the Minister for Fisheries, Forestry and Conservation.

Abetz is noted for his hostility to environmental groups, particularly on the issue of the logging of Tasmania's native forests. 

He is also noted for his strong Christian views. At a speech delivered to Salt Shakers on August 27, 2005 he said "we need to reclaim our society for Christ".

Websites

 * Ministerial website:
 * Personal website: http://www.abetz.com.au/

Contact details
Electorate Office: 136 Davey Street, Hobart GPO Box 1675, Hobart TAS 7001 Phone: 03 6224 3707 Fax: 03 6224 3709 Toll-free: 1300 132 493

Ministerial Office: MG 50, Parliament House Canberra ACT 2600 Phone: 02 6277 7600 Fax: 02 6273 4541 Email: senator.abetz AT aph.gov.au