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Knox community building program starts online during isolation
During these challenging times of social isolation a great new project in Knox to involve already isolated people in community activities has had to be innovative in its approach.
Read MoreSupport needed to keep essential taxis working
A support package to keep taxi drivers working is essential to maintain transport options for Victoria’s elderly, disabled and vulnerable according to Eastern Metro MP and Transport Matters Party leader Rod Barton.
“Drivers have had it tough for the last few years and for many this will be the last…
Read MoreNetwork moves to keep essential taxis on the road
A move by Silver Top Taxi to lower network fees to support taxi drivers will keep this essential service on the road according to Transport Matters Party leader and Eastern Metro MP Rod Barton.
Read MoreRequest 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.
Read MoreAction plan for CPV
Don’t wait until it’s too late. There are rough times ahead but there are some things drivers can do now to help them through these tough times.
Read MoreUnfair 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.
Read MoreMembers – 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.
Read MoreRequests 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…
Read MoreMinister’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.
Read MoreCPV driver fatigue management
We recently raised the issue of fatigue management of commercial passenger vehicle drivers following concerns raised with Mr Barton about drivers swapping between rideshare apps and taxi shifts to work beyond recommended hours.
Read MoreRoad 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.
Read MoreBill – 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.
Read MoreDocuments 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.
Read MoreMembers – 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.
Read MoreWhy has CPVV failed to stamp out touting?
I asked the Minister why touts are still operating at Melbourne Airport.
Read MoreNEL community designs deserve a fair go
Community led designs that solve many of the sticking points around the North East Link project deserve a fair go and an opportunity to present to the remaining bidders.
Read MoreConstituency – let NEL alternative designs present to bidders
I asked the Minister for Transport Infrastructure to make provision for alternative community designs to allocated time for to present to North East Link project bidders?
Read MoreMore time for gathering space to make plans
In February I asked Minister Jennings to support the Mullum Mullum Gathering Space in Ringwood, and we are pleased to hear they have secured a license to stay in their property until the end of the year and are in the process of developing a feasibility study to explore the options of staying in their…
Read MoreCongestion problem from too many CPVs
A 700% increase in commercial passenger vehicles in Melbourne city isn’t doing anyone favours, especially when it comes to overbearing congestion on the city streets.
Read MorePut signage on rideshare vehicles
Rod spoke with 3AW’s Neil Mitchell this morning about having proper signage on rideshare vehicles, following a disturbing increase in drivers posing as ride share with malicious intentions.
Read MoreConcerns about Airport Rail Link ownership
If we allow this consortium ownership of the airport rail link it will control every access point into Melbourne Airport – road, rail and air – and could set prices as it likes. Is this in the best interests of the travelling public? I’ve asked the Minister for Transport Infrastructure to keep ownership…
Read MoreADJOURNMENT – MELBOURNE AIRPORT RAIL LINK OWNERSHIP
I asked the minister to do her best to prevent the creation of a monopoly on airport access by accepting funding on the airport rail link from the IMF consortium, which includes Melbourne Airport, and to consider carefully the effect private ownership of our new airport rail link will have on the travelling…
Read MoreMEMBERS – Scotty James, Warrandyte’s snowboarding champion
I am very pleased to extend my congratulations to Scotty James, a young Warrandyte snowboarder who has just completed an incredible feat of 10 consecutive wins at half-pipe snow boarding championships around the world.
Read MoreConstituency Question – option for Mullum Mullum Gathering Place
I asked the Minister for Aboriginal Affairs if is there was any opportunity for assistance to be made available to this group to help them purchase this property or find an appropriate alternative option in the area?
Read MoreQWN – Long waits for wheelchair taxis
This week I asked the Minister for Public Transport why there are waits of up to an hour and a half for wheelchair taxi services when we have almost 1000 vehicles registered for the multi purpose taxi program in Victoria.
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