by admin | Oct 8, 2021 | Electorate, Media Releases, News
This week in Victorian Parliament, Rod Barton MP was pleased to see the Suburban Rail Loop Bill 2021 pass the legislative council, bringing us one step closer to the construction of the Suburban Rail Loop (SRL). This legislation set up a dedicated agency to manage the...
by admin | Oct 7, 2021 | Electorate, News, Parliament
Mr BARTON (Eastern Metropolitan) (15:49): My constituency question today is for Minister Carroll in the other place. A mature-age constituent of mine who lives very close to my office, Lesley, has encountered difficulties when topping up her Myki card. Unfortunately...
by admin | Sep 10, 2021 | Advocacy, Electorate, News, Parliament
Mr BARTON (Eastern Metropolitan) (11:52): (1350) My constituency question today is for the Minister for Planning, Minister Wynne, in the other place. I have been contacted by a constituent who is concerned about the construction of the Eltham community hospital in...
by admin | Aug 27, 2021 | Advocacy, Electorate, Homelessness, Media Releases, News
Young people do not choose homelessness. A number of issues lead to young people becoming homeless, overcrowding, domestic violence, family breakdowns, mental health issues and financial difficulties. Kids Under Cover, a non-profit that supports young people at risk...
by admin | Aug 26, 2021 | Advocacy, Electorate, Homelessness, News
Today, Rod met with Jo Swift, the CEO of Kids Under Cover to learn more about the vital resource they offer to vulnerable young people in our community. They provide studios to young people at risk of homelessness or experiencing homelessness. These studios cost as...
