Request to suspend Uber MPTP trial
Today I asked the Minister to suspend the Uber trial of MPTP in Geelong until it can be opened to all operators under the same safety and training requirements.
Unfair cross-border Taxi regulations
I ask the minister to review the new cross-border CPV rules that allow New South Wales operators to register and operate in Victoria for the low cost accreditation fee.
Members – Enterprise Ireland and Network Kokoda
In this role we get to meet some pretty interesting people. Cooperation and kindness were the the themes of two groups I met with recently, and I congratulate them and wish them well in their future endeavours.
Requests for Covid-19 support for taxi industry
The taxi industry is at the coal face when it comes to arrivals into Australia and the risks associated with close social contact during this Covid-19 crisis. This week Rod has written to the Premier and asked in Parliament for support for drivers who are ill or must self isolate. With no sick pay and no holiday pay these are the hard workers who are getting Victorian’s home safely and they and their families deserve our support.
Minister’s response to review of Phillip Island bus services
Last week I asked the Minister for Public Transport to review bus services on Phillip Island to relieve residents and visitors total dependence on cars to navigate the islands attractions.
Road Safety Amendment 2019 – taking licenses off dangerous drivers
I spoke on the Road Safety Amendment Bill 2019 which aims to toughen up on road safety by immediately suspending the license of people who travel 45km above the speed limit or above 145km in a 110km zone and for violent offences that involve the use of a motor vehicle.
Bill – Local Government Bill 2019
I rose to speak in support of the Local Government Bill 2019, which will strengthen communication with the community and make councils more accountable.
Documents motion – Airport Rail link ownership concerns
I raised my concerns about the ownership of the Airport Rail Link during the debate relating to a Liberal Party documents motion asking for the release of strategic business case documents.
Members – thanks to Manningham SES
This week I rose to that the Victorian SES volunteers for their efforts so far this year, in particular the team at Manningham SES do an amazing job in our community, and they deserve our gratitude and support.
Why has CPVV failed to stamp out touting?
I asked the Minister why touts are still operating at Melbourne Airport.