Cuts to school cleaners
David raises the issue of cleaning contracts for schools in the West, expressing concerns that outsourcing school cleaning will cut workers’ hours and result in worse outcomes for schools.
Standing up for our Democratic Rights
David Ettershank gave a Members Statement on the threats to democratic rights and the right to protest.
Bus service for Mount Atkinson
David Ettershank gave his members statement of the transport needs for the residents of the Mount Atkinson Estate.
Drug Harm Reduction
David Ettershank spoke on International Drug Users Day on the need for more drug harm reduction.
Medicinal Cannabis safer than Opioids
David Ettershank spoke on the safety of Medicinal Cannabis compared to Opioids, despite some media reports.
Cooinda Opening
David makes a statement welcoming the opening of Cooinda, the first dedicated Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander centre in the City of Brimbank.
Majority of Australians want a legalised cannabis market
David makes a statement to inform the chamber that according to the latest Guardian Essential poll, the majority of Australians are in favour of a legalised and regulated cannabis market.
Thank you to our amazing health care workforce
David delivers a member’s statement in the chamber to thank the staff at St Vincent’s Hospital, Melbourne, for their care during his recent surgery.
Social Housing Accelerator
David delivers a member’s statement in the chamber to welcome the federal government’s proposed social housing accelerator, which should see Victoria receive an additional $500 million for social and affordable housing.
Congratulations to Jeremy Buckingham – Legalise Cannabis Party (NSW)
David Ettershank delivers a member’s statement, congratulating newly elected Legalise Cannabis Party (NSW) member, the Hon. Jeremy Buckingham.