David Ettershank welcomes the Victorian government’s $162 million investment to enhance bus services in western suburbs but called for a comprehensive overhaul of the public transport system to address ongoing gaps.
David raises a question on behalf of a constituent about improving bus services in Rockbank, as the station’s car park is well over capacity.
David calls for a for a comprehensive bus reform package during the adjournment debate.
David speaks on his motion to improve bus services, and investigate making them free.
David gives a members statement on behalf of all residents in Melbourne’s West who don’t have access to public transport.
15th of October 2024, 1:15pmParliament of Victoria | Legislative Council David ETTERSHANK (Western Metropolitan): presented a petition bearing 3021 signatures: The petition of certain citizens of the State of Victoria draws to the attention of the Legislative Council the inadequacy of bus services in Melbourne’s…
David asks a question on behalf of a constituent about Sunday bus services for the route 415 Laverton Station – Williamstown via Altona.
David ETTERSHANK (Western Metropolitan): I give notice that on the next day of meeting, I will move: That this House — [Notice given on 15 August 2024 — Listed for 3 days].
A better bus network in Melbourne’s West could take over 40,000 cars off the road, every day. Currently, only 1.3% of all work trips originating in the West are made by bus, with 75% of trips made by car. Recent customer surveys show only 25%…
David Ettershank gave his adjournment speech on his continued calls for better Public Transportation in Melbourne’s West.
