Petition to legalise cannabis
David speaks on a petition calling on the government to allow adults to legally consume and possess cannabis.
Referral to committee on various trade unions
David speaks on a motion to initiate an inquiry into various unions and union officials, describing the motion as a “political burger with the lot.”
Investigation into homes affected by Maribyrnong river flooding
David speaks on a motion asking the Victorian Ombudsman to investigate various matters regarding homes affected by Maribyrnong flood risks.
Government agreement with Elbit Systems
David condemns government ties with Elbit Systems, highlighting the company’s role in global conflict, unethical weapons manufacturing, and alleged war crimes in Gaza.
Production of documents
14th of May 2024, 2:27pmLegislative Council of Victoria | Spring Street, Melbourne David ETTERSHANK (Western Metropolitan): Thank you, President, and firstly, my apologies on the mix-up on the speaking order there. I did not want to interrupt Mr Galea’s repetition or some of the valuable new…
North Richmond Medically Supervised Injecting Room
David Ettershank contributes to the debate on an opposition motion to review the location of North Richmond Medically Supervised Injecting Room.
Production of Documents
David makes a contribution to debate on a motion to suspend the Leader of the Government from the chamber, as a result of the government’s failure to produce documents requested by the Parliament.
2022 Victorian floods
David Ettershank spoke during discussion on the interim report on the 2022 Victorian flood event.
Waste-to-Energy plant at Lara ‘will have disastrous impacts’
David Ettershank spoke on a community petition about the proposed waste incinerator at Lara.
Liberal Nationals Private Members Bill Bail Amendment (Indictable Offences whilst on Bail) Bill 2024
David speaks against an opposition bill which would further restrict bail, recognising that the current system overcriminalises vulnerable groups and contributes to re-offending.
