Children, Youth and Families Amendment (Stability) Bill 2025
David supports family reunification reforms, but calls for fairer reunification timeframes and reforms to reduce Aboriginal child removals.
Children, Youth and Families Amendment (Supporting Stable and Strong Families) Bill 2025
David criticises resource gaps and accountability issues in Victoria’s ‘Stable and Strong Families’ child protection reform.
Watergardens station parking
David calls for safer access, improved bus connections and active transport options for commuters at Watergardens Station.
Sunbury petition against waste incinerator
David speaks on a petition against the proposed Sunbury waste‑to‑energy incinerator, with concerns over pollution, more trucks, emissions and environmental risks.
First Nations child protection recommendation
David questions Minister for Children over Yoorrook recommendation for pre‑birth notification, culturally safe support and access to legal services.
Medicinal cannabis driving trial
David criticises the delayed timeline of Victoria’s medicinal cannabis driving trial, with the government breaking its promise and leaving patients without impairment‑testing reform.
Integrated transport strategy for Melbourne’s West
David calls for an integrated transport strategy and coordinated western and northern metro reform plan for Melbourne’s West.
Fast-track new Mt Atkinson bus
David calls for clear timeline on new 140 bus route, urging immediate transport access for isolated families.
Failure and high cost of youth justice
David questions Victoria’s high youth justice costs, rising recidivism and measures to reduce First Nations over‑representation.
Planning Amendment (Better Decisions Made Faster) Bill 2025
David raises concerns over rushed changes to planning laws, which reduce oversight, community input, and regard for human safety.
