Treaty compatability for new legislation
David calls out Treaty misinformation and urges Parliament to meet legal obligations under the Statewide Treaty Act.
Victorians needing medical treatments and prescription medications failed by Allan govt
The Allan Government has failed to end discrimination against Victorians needing medical treatments and prescribed medications, despite a bill from Legalise Cannabis Victoria.
Data centre guidelines and Footscray expansion
David urges the Premier to apply federal data centre standards and protect West Footscray residents by stopping NEXTDC expansion.
Free public transport
Parliament of Victoria | Legislative Council | Members StatementsApril 1 2026 David ETTERSHANK (Western Metropolitan Region): No doubt many Victorians are delighted that the government is making public transport free for a month. For many, a weekly Myki typically costs between $45 and $60 a…
Failed bus plan
David urges the government to get on with bus reform to fix public transport gaps in Melbourne’s West.
Fix Taylors Road
David calls on the government to work with with Brimbank Council to duplicate Taylors Road to fix safety, crashes and congestion.
David Ettershank News | March 2026
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Ban waste-to-energy
David warns Victoria’s recycling has stalled as government pushes waste‑to‑energy incinerators across suburbs, risking pollution and community harm.
Cohealth funding
David calls for the government to secure Cohealth GP services in Victoria, with long-term funding reform to protect community health and integrated care.
Mental Health Royal Commission reforms
David questions the Minister for Mental Health on progress towards implimenting recommendations of the Mental Health Royal Commission and housing for Victorians with mental illness.
