Urban heat island effect
David presents a motion calling on the government to mitigate the impacts of urban heat islands in the west.
Upgrade St Albans Library
David calls on the government to upgrade St Albans Library, given the important role libraries play in providing a welcoming place for all residents, especially during extreme heat events.
Swimming pools in the West
David asks a question on behalf of a constituent about the lack of public pools in the west.
Little River Freight Terminal halted
David mades a contribution to debate on a petition against a proposed freight terminal in Little River, calling on the government to acquire the site.
415 Sunday bus
David asks a question on behalf of a constituent about Sunday bus services for the route 415 Laverton Station – Williamstown via Altona.
Mt Atkinson residents deserve redress
David raises the issue of promised amenities in Mount Atkinson which have not been delivered. He asked the Minister for Consumer Affairs what protections and redress are available for residents.
Transport company reverses plan to build freight hub on Green Wedge and rare grassland
5th of September 2024, 9:32pm FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Western Metro MP David Ettershank says he is elated that the multinational freight company Pacific National has decided against building a $5 billion freight terminal that would have devastated native grasslands and rare animals on the edge…
Keep the terminal out of Little River
David gives a statement about attending a protest against a mega freight terminal in the town of Little River. He raised community concerns around its location and potential ecological destruction if the project goes ahead.
Little River fights corporate giant to save Melbourne’s green ‘buffer’
Around 250 residents of Little River, a small community near Werribee, have protested against a corporate giant’s plan to build a multi-billion-dollar freight terminal next to western grasslands and upstream from internationally significant wetlands. Pacific National has lodged an application to build a freight terminal…