What the US election means for Australia
David calls for Australian politicians to take note of the US election result, and consider bold changes that improve the lives of working people, like legalising cannabis!
Happy birthday Legalise Cannabis!
David Ettershank gives a members statement on the second birthday of Legalise Cannabis Victoria, spruiking the fact that in terms of members, Legalise Cannabis is the fastest growing party in Australia.
Better buses for the West
David gives a members statement on behalf of all residents in Melbourne’s West who don’t have access to public transport.
Shipping container storage
11th of September 2024, 9:48amLegislative Council of Victoria, Melbourne David ETTERSHANK (Western Metropolitan): The western suburbs of Melbourne is the logistics heart of our state, handling the lion’s share of freight and distribution from the port and servicing much of the state’s manufacturing capacity. The…
Keep the terminal out of Little River
David gives a statement about attending a protest against a mega freight terminal in the town of Little River. He raised community concerns around its location and potential ecological destruction if the project goes ahead.
Local Government response to Flood Inquiry
David commends local councils for quickly responding to the 2022 Flood Inquiry.
Penington Institute Putting Community Safety First report
David gives his members statement on the findings of the Penington Institute’s discussion paper titled “Cannabis Regulation in Australia: Putting Community Safety First.”
King’s Birthday
David speaks about the King’s Birthday holiday, and why we should be celebrating the birthday of an Australian icon instead.
Maribyrnong river flood review
29th of May 2024, 9:53amLegislative Council of Victoria, Spring Street, Melbourne David ETTERSHANK (Western Metropolitan Region): As the inquiry into the 2022 floods draws to its June 30 deadline, startling evidence has been provided to the community and the committee in the form of new flood…
Mardi Grass
15th of May 2024, 10:09amLegislative Council of Victoria | Spring St, Melbourne David ETTERSHANK (Western Metropolitan): I recently attended the annual MardiGrass festival at Nimbin with my colleague Rachel Payne. The three-day family-friendly event attracted thousands of visitors from across Australia who gathered to celebrate…