Treaty for Victoria
David makes a statement on the opening ceremony for Treaty negotiations in Victoria, highlighting the significance of the moment and calling for Victorians to walk with First Nations people to shape a better future.
Aboriginal kids in care
16th of October 2024, 1:59pmParliament of Victoria | Legislative Council Motion 626 DAVID ETTERSHANK — To move — That this House notes that — and calls on the Government to transfer decision-making power, authority, control and resources to First Peoples, giving full effect to self-determination…
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders Eight Times More Likely to be Arrested for Cannabis Possession
MEDIA RELEASE | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 15 November 2023 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are eight-times more likely to be arrested for possession of Cannabis according to data from the Crime Statistic Agency (CSA). In response to a Question on Notice to the Police Minister,…
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Voice
David Ettershank spoke in support of a motion acknowledging that the recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders as the First Peoples of Australia in the Australian constitution is long overdue.
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.