Free public transport is cold comfort to many in Melbourne’s west: LCV MP
Free public transport offers little relief in Melbourne’s west, says Legalise Cannabis MP David Ettershank, citing poor access, unreliable buses and overcrowded trains.
Free public transport
Parliament of Victoria | Legislative Council | Members StatementsApril 1 2026 David ETTERSHANK (Western Metropolitan Region): No doubt many Victorians are delighted that the government is making public transport free for a month. For many, a weekly Myki typically costs between $45 and $60 a…
Failed bus plan
David urges the government to get on with bus reform to fix public transport gaps in Melbourne’s West.
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.
Bus and train timetable reform
David asks a question on behalf of a constituent about when transport connection times in the west will be improved.
Western residents flood Victoria’s working-from-home survey
Residents from Melbourne’s outer western suburbs have participated on mass in the state survey on Victoria’s work-from-home laws.
Newport buses
David raises that Newport lacks frequent and reliable buses and calls on the Minister for Public Transport to provide an update on the government’s response to a 2021 traffic planning study.
Ghost buses create commuter chaos | 3AW
In this interview, David was asked about problems with the PTV app showing ‘ghost buses’ — meaning services that appear on the PTV app but never arrive.
New Survey Finds ‘Ghost Buses’ Are Leaving Melburnians Stranded
David Ettershank urges action as survey reveals Melbourne’s ‘ghost buses’ leave commuters stranded.
