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Rod Barton was elected to the Legislative Council of the Parliament of Victoria to represent the Eastern Metropolitan Region in November 2018. He has been involved in the taxi, limousine and hire car industry for more than 25 years.
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Barton secures Commercial Passenger Vehicle reform review
Eastern Metro MP and Transport Matters Party leader Rod Barton has called for an immediate review of the governments commercial passenger vehicle reforms.
Barton questions credibility of taxi disability service trial with Uber
“This trial was straight forward stuff. How could the CPVV entirely redact almost 60% of pages I received? This forces me to ask, what are they trying to hide?”
Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Mr BARTON (Eastern Metropolitan) (11:46): My question today is for the Attorney-General, representing the Minister for Health. I have been contacted by a constituent of mine, Sandra Cook, who believes more needs to be done to treat babies born with spinal muscular...
Media Release – ‘Labor goes back to its roots’ says Rod Barton MP
Rod Barton believes the 2021 Victorian budget is a Labor budget with Labor values. This budget has focused on mental health, education and healthcare, with significant investment in the Eastern Metropolitan region. Barton is pleased to see $386 million dedicated to...
Media Release – Landmark case deems Deliveroo drivers ‘employees.’ This is just the beginning…
“The gig economy continues to be under-regulated, with vulnerable workers allowed to fall through the cracks. The fact that rideshare drivers are not paid an industry minimum wage, do not receive superannuation, sick days or insurance makes absolutely clear the need for more government regulation in this sector.”
Media Release – Sky High Rents Make Housing Hotel Homeless Near Impossible
“I will continue to advocate the government to better address homelessness in Victoria and adopt the recommendations suggested in the homelessness inquiry report.”
Ageism
Ageism is discrimination and mistreatment based solely on a person’s age. Often, we see this occur when someone is considered ‘too old’ for a job or promotion.
This week is Mens Health Week!
Men's Health Week is designed to provoke thought and discussion about what needs to be done to improve male health.
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I'm thrilled to see local organisations in the Eastern Metropolitan region working to create and deliver locally-led solutions to support Victorians hardest hit by the coronavirus pandemic, thanks to VicHealths #ReimaginingHealth grants.
The following groups will receive a share in $3million of VicHealth funding:
Sri Vakrathunda Vinayagar Temple
Knox City Council
Korus Connect
FIMDV - Federation of Indian Music and Dance Victoria
Carey Aquatic Tritons Inc
Maroondah Community Assist
Yarrunga Community Centre Inc.
Maroondah United FC
Australia Chin Community - EM
Diamond Valley Roller Derby Club
Beyond the Barbell
Blackwood Park Netball Club
3d Arts Company
Vermont Football Club Inc.
Nunawading Toy Library Inc.
Cancer Patients Foundation
Ivanhoe Cricket Club Inc
Banyule Community Health
Banyule Leisure
City of Monash
Box Hill Community Information & Support
Mitcham Football Club
Mitcham Angling Club and Fish Protection Society
Donvale Football Club
Donvale Tennis Club
Park Orchards Community House and Learning Centre
Manningham Council
Wonga Wizards FC
Congratulations!!
For further information on Reimagining Health: A VicHealth Partnership grant please visit bit.ly/VHgrantshelp ... See MoreSee Less
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From June 30, C31 Melbourne and Geelong and other Community Television stations will be forced off the air, and available only online. Many who are isolated and without internet will no longer be able to access this important service, including regular church services from St Paul's Cathedral, Melbourne and other places of worship.
Sign the petition and share this post to show your support to #KeepLocalTV.
www.change.org/p/hon-paul-fletcher-mp-for-communications-cyber-safety-and-the-arts-save-community...
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