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.
Home grow of cannabis plants
David spoke about the therapeutic benefits of gardening and questioned why growing a small number of cannabis plants for personal use remains a criminal offence in Victoria.
International Overdose Awareness Day
David gives a statement on International Overdose Awareness Day, urging action on naloxone access, pill testing and supervised injecting services.
Invitation to Premier Ben Carroll
David extends an invitation to Premier Ben Carroll to work together on cannabis decriminalisation in Victoria.
National Pain Week
David advocates for better access to effective pain treatments, including medicinal cannabis, and reduce barriers faced by chronic pain sufferers.
Nixon’s War On Drugs
David marks the anniversary of US President Richard Nixon declaring the worldwide war on drugs, arguably one of the worst public policy decisions of all time.
Sunbury NO Incinerator Rally
David speaks about the Sunbury NO Incinerator campaign rally on Sunday the 24th of May. The community are opposed to waste incineration in Sunbury’s growth fringe.
Aboriginal deaths in custody
Parliament of Victoria | Legislative Council | Members Statements13 May 2026 David ETTERSHANK (Western Metropolitan Region): It is 35 years since the release of the final report of the Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody. The royal commission investigated 99 deaths and made 339 recommendations…
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…
Hemp biofuel
David urges the government to boost the hemp biofuel industry as rising fuel prices expose Australia’s energy insecurity.
