The Examiner has printed this :
Tasmanian Greens Senator Peter Whish-Wilson has released a statement on Facebook defending his right to be on the East Coast.
In the statement Senator Whish-Wilson said he had been living at the home in Bicheno since December.
"While I still have a residence in Launceston I have been for all intents and purposes been living in Bicheno since December," he said.
"Even though this is the case, the Tasmanian gazette- legislation also allowed any Tasmanian to choose their shack or holiday home as their 'temporary permanent residence' for the duration of this pandemic."
Senator Whish-Wilson said he self-reported to the police to ease community concerns about his presence in the town.
"This morning while I was on my local beach some Bicheno residents raised concerns about me being in their (and my) local town," Mr Whish-Wilson said.
"I have also received questions on social media and have had local residents driving past and taking photos of my home.
"This obviously concerned me so I self reported to Tasmania police this morning to clear up any community anxieties and make a public statement on this issue."
He encouraged Tasmanians to support each other through this crisis.
"I understand the fear and uncertainty in many Tasmanian communities at the moment, it's important that we stay together as communities, communicate and support each other, follow the guidelines on staying home and staying safe during this time," Senator Whish-Wilson said.
Tasmanian Police Commander Rob Blackwood confirmed Senator Whish-Wilson was complying with all necessary requirements.
"I can confirm that we spoke with Senator Whish-Wilson yesterday and he's complying with all the requirements," he said.
Yes I agree. Actually I would argue that the Senator should be subject to harsher conditions than yourself as you are assisting the medical emergency and he isn't.
The virus doesn't distinguish between the hoi polloi of which I am a fully paid-up member and absolutely anyone else, politicians included.
