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.

David asks a question on behalf of a constituent about when transport connection times in the west will be improved.

Residents from Melbourne’s outer western suburbs have participated on mass in the state survey on Victoria’s work-from-home laws.

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.

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.

David Ettershank urges action as survey reveals Melbourne’s ‘ghost buses’ leave commuters stranded.

David urges planning for a pedestrian bridge in West Footscray to connect the community and promote active transport.

David highlighted that Tarneit and Truganina bus stops lack shelter and real-time bus tracking, echoing residents’ calls for urgent upgrades.

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 opposes a motion on disallowing planning rules after a committee inquiry revealed issues with public consultation. He emphasises the need for better community engagement to foster community trust and improve planning outcomes.

David tables a report on changes to planning provisions which relate to so-called ‘activity centres’. The report highlighted the importance of community engagement and the potential unintended consequences of the changes.