Moratorium on data centre developments
David calls for a moratorium on new data centre developments until strong regulations protect Victorian communities from rising energy, water and housing pressures.
Government transparency
David supports a motion calling for greater government transparency and accountability over its repeated failure to produce documents requested by Parliament.
Data centre regulations
David calls for a data centre moratorium until data centre regulations are in place, as well as compensation for impacted residents.
Drug use is a health issue
David reflects on One Nation leader, Warren Pickering’s drug use admission and calls for health-based drug policy and an end to stigma.
Data centre industry ties to government
David introduces a motion calling for greater transparency and scrutiny of the Victorian Government’s ties to the data centre industry.
Stony Creek pollution
David congratulates two young Braybrook activists for petitioning Melbourne Water to clean up litter, tackle pollution and restore habitat.
Workplace Legislation Amendment (Accident Compensation and Other Matters) Bill 2026
David speaks on a bill which strengthens worker safety and health and safety reps’ powers, while pushing for better access to electronic records when investigating workplace safety breaches.
Jacksons Hill buildings sold to The Block
David questions the sale of Jacksons Hill heritage buildings to The Block and whether the deal reflects what the Sunbury community wanted.
Vale Dr Tim Read
David pays tribute to Dr Tim Read in a condolence motion in the Parliament, remembering his compassion, integrity, humour and tireless advocacy.
Equal Opportunity Amendment (Work from Home) Bill 2026
David speaks in support of flexible working arrangements, but criticises the Equal Opportunity Amendment (Work from Home) Bill 2026 as a cynical and ineffective attempt to deliver a right to work from home.
