David’s Valedictory Speech
David gives his valedictory speech to the Victorian Parliament, reflecting on four years of advocacy for cannabis reform, Treaty, social justice, workers’ rights and Western Melbourne communities.
Ministerial code of conduct
David criticises Labor and the Coalition for voting against stronger integrity measures that would restrict ministers from accepting gifts and hospitality from gambling corporations.
Let Victorians decide on cannabis legalisation
David speaks on Rachel Payne’s motion calling for a plebiscite on cannabis legalisation, arguing an overwhelming majority of Victorians support removing criminal penalties for personal cannabis use, yet governments continue to avoid meaningful reform.
Data centre transparency
David supports a motion calling for data centre transparency, water and energy scrutiny.
- Parliament · Bills · Speeches
Cannabis Legalisation Plebiscite Bill 2026
David introduces a bill to hold a statewide plebiscite asking Victorians whether they support legalising personal adult cannabis use under the model proposed in the 2023 Cannabis Regulation Bill.
SRL East advice to Infrastructure Australia
David calls for full transparency of the Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) East after Infrastructure Australia previosly raised serious concerns.
Free public transport
David speaks about the end of free public transport and highlighted transport inequality in Melbourne’s outer west, where access remains limited and unreliable.
Planning disallowance motion
David speaks on a proposal to remove planning provisions for 25 Activity Centres and Mid Rise Housing Code.
Cannabis cautioning scheme
David calls for Victoria Police’s cannabis cautioning policy to be formalised in legislation to curb arrests for minor possession.
Local Government Integrity
David supports a motion to review Victoria’s councillor code of conduct, boost local government autonomy, reduce costly disputes, and protect free debate.
